1993 Bmw 325I problems and owner complaints
Explore the records behind recurring owner reports.
Key facts
18 owner complaints analyzed
3 distinct recall campaigns
155,000 mi median reported failure mileage
Scope: 1993 model year. Data snapshot: . 1 complaints include usable failure mileage.
Most common problems
Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System:Radiator Assembly is the most frequently named component, appearing in 4 of 18 complaints (22.2%). A complaint can name multiple components.
| Topic | Matching reports | Share of complaints |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical and battery issues | 2 | 11.1% |
| Steering behavior | 1 | 5.6% |
| Fuel system concerns | 1 | 5.6% |
Topic matches use published keyword rules. They describe mentions, including negations or comparisons, and do not confirm a diagnosis. Read the matching rules.
Component breakdown
Number of unique complaints naming each component. Top eight shown.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System:Radiator Assembly | 4 |
| Electrical System:Ignition:Module | 3 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System | 2 |
| Vehicle Speed Control:Linkages | 2 |
| Equipment | 1 |
| Equipment:Appliance:Air Conditioner | 1 |
| Equipment:Mechanical:Accessory Scissor/Screw/Bottle Jack/Lift | 1 |
| Exterior Lighting:Headlights | 1 |
Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System:Radiator Assembly: 4; Electrical System:Ignition:Module: 3; Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System: 2; Vehicle Speed Control:Linkages: 2; Equipment: 1; Equipment:Appliance:Air Conditioner: 1; Equipment:Mechanical:Accessory Scissor/Screw/Bottle Jack/Lift: 1; Exterior Lighting:Headlights: 1
Reported problems by failure mileage
Complaint counts in mileage bands. These are not failure rates per vehicle or mile.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Under 25,000 | 0 |
| 25,000 to 49,999 | 0 |
| 50,000 to 74,999 | 0 |
| 75,000 to 99,999 | 0 |
| 100,000 to 149,999 | 0 |
| 150,000 and above | 1 |
Under 25,000: 0; 25,000 to 49,999: 0; 50,000 to 74,999: 0; 75,000 to 99,999: 0; 100,000 to 149,999: 0; 150,000 and above: 1
150,000 and above miles has the most reports with usable mileage (1). 17 complaints have missing, zero or invalid mileage.
Complaints over time
Year the complaint was filed, not the vehicle model year or incident year. The snapshot year is partial.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| 1996 | 1 |
| 2000 | 9 |
| 2001 | 3 |
| 2002 | 2 |
| 2003 | 1 |
| 2009 | 1 |
| 2011 | 1 |
1996: 1; 2000: 9; 2001: 3; 2002: 2; 2003: 1; 2009: 1; 2011: 1
Pattern summary
Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System:Radiator Assembly leads the component reports. Electrical and battery issues appears in 2 complaint narratives. Steering behavior appears in 1 complaint narratives. Fuel system concerns appears in 1 complaint narratives. Use these patterns to inspect individual reports and prepare questions for a mechanic.
Calculated from recorded counts. An AI narrative has not been published for this selection.
Complaint evidence
Examples provide context, not a representative sample or a verified diagnosis.
Owner report 861286 · 2000-05-02 (May 2, 2000)
VEHICLE EXPERIENCED AN ELECTRICAL SHORT AFTER COMING OUT OF A CAR WASH. WATER GOT INTO THE COMPUTER SYSTEM. DEALER NOTIFIED, AND INFORMED CONSUMER THAT REPAIRS WOULD BE AT CONSUMER COST OF APPROXIMATELY $900 OR MORE. AN ADDITIONAL $200 OR MORE WOULD BE CHARGED TO INSURE THAT THE PROBLEM WOULD NOT REOCCUR. PROVIDE FURTHER DETAILS. *AK
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 861286 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 977286 · 1996-01-03 (January 3, 1996)
BLINKER ON THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE CAR STAYS ON AT ALL TIMES IT HAS DRAINED BATTERY SEVERAL TIMES WHERE SHE HAD TO LEAVE HER CAR. DEALER SAID IT WAS NOT IMPORTANT
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 977286 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 9000725 · 2000-04-26 (April 26, 2000)
STEERING LOCKS UP INTERMITTENLY IN THE START POSITION, WINDOWS AND SUNROOF INOPERATIVE, GAS INTERMITTENLY GIVES INCORRECT READING OF FUEL
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 9000725 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 10042297 · 2003-12-10 (December 10, 2003)
THE SEALS ON TOP OF THE FUEL TANK LEAKED GAS. THE DEALER HAS BEEN CONTACTED. *NM THE CONSUMER WAS TOLD THAT THIS WOULD ONLY HAPPEN IF THE SENDING UNIT SEALS ARE DEFECTIVE. *SC THE DEALER FOUND THAT A HOSE AND SENDING UNIT SEALS WERE LEAKING FUEL ON TOP OF THE TANK *JB
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 10042297 at NHTSA ↗