Exterior Lighting Problems of BMW 325

BMW 325 owners have reported 220 exterior lighting related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 9 most common exterior lighting problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's tail light switch (72 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's exterior lighting (44 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.


Recently reported Exterior Lighting problems of BMW 325

The Tail Light Switch problem

The purpose of this request is to get BMW to honor a remedy for taillight defect caused as a manufacturing defect. My taillight grounding wires are causing a short on turning signals. Further research indicated this has been reported NHTSA campaign id number: 11v438000.   Read details...

The Exterior Lighting problem

I cannot use put my windows up/down, cannot open the trunk, cannot use interior lights, cannot unlock my gas lid. Due to a broke. Electronic part called the gm5   Read details...

The Headlights problem

The reflector bowl on the headlights burns, creating a severely decreased output. This is an issue known by many people in the BMW community   Read details...

The Turn Signal problem

Tl- the contact owns a 2004 BMW 325ci. The contact stated that upon making a right hand stop, he noticed that his right turn signal had flashed erratically upon activation. The contact then took the vehicle to an independent mechanic who informed him that there was a recall on his vehicle under   Read details...

The Brake Light problem

Rt rear brake light failed to illuminate while the brake pedal was applied. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for diagnosis. The vehicle had not been repaired. There was a recall associated with NHTSA campaign id number 11v438000 (exterior lighting); however, the VIN was not included.   Read details...




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