One problem related to check engine light on has been reported for the 2001 BMW 325. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
On may 20, 2005 at about 5 pm eastern time the contact reported the following problem with 2001 BMW 325 , VIN wbabs33471jy54043. Vehicle had 25, 000 miles and was in excellent condition. While driving home vehicle stalled three times on a residential road in cambridge, MA. , after stalling the check engine light came on, and after waiting about 10 minutes the vehicle started. Consumer was able to make its way home. An independent BMW mechanic used computer analyzer to diagnose problem and found that it was defective cam shaft sensors. Mechanic replaced intake and exhaust sensors. The cost for repair was $300. Mechanic stated that these cables fail often. Since repair was done. There has been no other problem with stalling. Vehicle was regularly serviced. It seemed strange and dangerous that a simple cable would cause the vehicle to stall and not start up right away.