2011 BMW 325I
3 recalls, 1 complaints - 5 TSBs
24V513000 Jul 3, 2024
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Defect Description
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2006-2011 3 Series Sedan (324i, 325i, 325xi, 328i, 328xi, 330i, 330xi, 335i, 335xi), 2006-2012 3 Series Sportswagon (325xi, 328i, 328xi), and 2009-2011 3 Series Sedan (335d) vehicles. The original steering wheel may have been replaced with a spor... Read more
Consequence
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the driver's air bag module as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 30, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
20V017000 Jan 15, 2020
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Defect Description
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2008-2013 128i and 135i Convertibles, 128i, 135i, and M Coupes, 2007-2010 X3 30si and X3 xDrive30i, 2013-2015 X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i and X1 xDrive35i, 2007-2013 328i, 328i xDrive, 335i, 335is, 335i xDrive and M3 Coupes, 2006-2011 328i, 328xi, ... Read more
Consequence
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver air bag. On X5 and X6 vehicles, only the inflator will be replaced. All repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began March 11, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
17V676000 Oct 25, 2017
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
Defect Description
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2006-2011 323i, 325i, 325xi, 328i, 328xi, 330i, 330xi, 335i, 335xi and M3, 2007-2011 328i xDrive, 335i xDrive and 335is and 2009-2011 335d vehicles. The wiring and electrical connectors for the system that controls air flow for the heating and ai... Read more
Consequence
Wiring that overheats could cause the electrical connectors to melt, and increase the risk of a fire, even when the vehicle is unattended.
Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the wiring and electrical connectors, free of charge. Interim letters were mailed on November 27, 2017. Owners will receive a second notice when the remedy becomes available. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Complaint Statistics
1 total complaints
2 injuries
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| AIR BAGS | 1 |
AIR BAGS
Feb 20, 2018
Incident date: Dec 18, 2017
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 BMW 325I. WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE PASSENGER AIR BAG DEPLOYED WITHOUT WARNING OR IMPACT. THE DRIVER SUSTAINED HEAD INJURIES AND THE PASSENGER SUSTAINED INJURIES TO HER HEAD AND BOTH ARMS. MEDICAL ATTENTION WAS PROVIDED TO BOTH OCCUPANTS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A LOCAL ... Read more
2 injured
Technical Service Bulletins, 2011 BMW 325I
5 manufacturer communications from 4 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 3 |
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 1 |
| 133000 VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS | 1 |
B510819
Jan 16, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The basic conditions for initializing the power windows are not met.
B510819
Jan 16, 2024
133000 VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS
The basic conditions for initializing the power windows are not met.
B611305
Jan 11, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The electrical system of BMW vehicles has been subject to an ongoing development process over the last few years. This has led to increased demands being placed on the battery. This document covers important information for the dealer on ho
610405
Jul 10, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Power Mirrors and/or Windows are Inoperative. The power windows and/or power mirrors are inoperative. The LED on the headlight switch is flashing. There is a check control message for Windows/Mirrors/ Headlights. There may also be a complai
SIM010717
Jun 1, 2017
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
The engine?s intake charge-air duct limited warranty extension to 10 years/120,000 miles applies to ?eligible USspecification
BMW 325I - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the BMW 325I across all model years (1992, 2011).
69
Total Recalls
1,811
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
72
Reported Crashes
93
Reported Fires
2
Reported Deaths
BMW 325I - Year by Year
Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 0 | 1 | View |
| 2011 (current) | 3 | 1 | |
| 2010 | 3 | 0 | View |
| 2009 | 3 | 0 | View |
| 2008 | 3 | 1 | View |
| 2007 | 3 | 1 | View |
| 2006 | 7 | 709 | View |
| 2005 | 5 | 81 | View |
| 2004 | 5 | 182 | View |
| 2003 | 8 | 261 | View |
| 2002 | 7 | 198 | View |
| 2001 | 7 | 196 | View |
| 2000 | 2 | 1 | View |
| 1999 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 1995 | 2 | 42 | View |
| 1994 | 3 | 23 | View |
| 1993 | 3 | 25 | View |
| 1992 | 4 | 55 | View |
| 1991 | 0 | 4 | View |
| 1990 | 0 | 5 | View |
| 1989 | 0 | 10 | View |
| 1988 | 0 | 7 | View |
| 1987 | 0 | 5 | View |