BMW 325 owners have reported 93 equipment related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 11 most common equipment problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's equipment (69 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's owners/service manual (6 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
Vehicle steering lock malfunction - car does not start and stuck in park. Cannot move steering wheel which is locked. This is a design defect that needs to be addressed. Vehicle is rendered inoperative! cannot move or start it! approx. Mileage 105k. Read details...
Driver side door lock does not unlock from inside the car using door handle or lock/unlock button in dash or fob unlock button. Inability to open doors in the case of fire, accident, or emergency can cause injuries or death to driver. Read details...
The contact owns a 2004 BMW 325i. The contact stated that while driving approximately 30 mph, the engine stalled without prior warning. The engine restarted and the vehicle resumed; however within five miles the failure recurred. The vehicle failed to restart and was towed to an authorized dealer. Read details...
None of the passenger locks open, automatically or manually. This is a serious safety hazard if there is an accident or fire. No one can get out. Read details...
The entire navigation system malfunctions as well as the air conditioner. The vehicle has not been to the dealer. Owner thinks the body of the vehicle is too low to the ground causing the navigation system to malfunction. Read details...