Tl* the contact owns a 1998 bmw 325. The contact stated that when placing her key in the ignition, the brake warning lamp would illuminate. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and made aware of the issue. The approximate failure mileage was 14,000 and the current mileage was 19,000. Updated 10/29/13*lj
Vehicle safety record
1998 BMW 325 Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 4 complaints about the 1998 BMW 325 with NHTSA, most often about the electrical system (1) and the fuel system (1). There are no recalls for it. For comparison, the 1997 has 1 and the 1999 has 2.
NHTSA data checked
BFewer problems than a typical 325 year, for its age
#229 most complained-about 1998 vehicle
- Complaints
- 4
- Recalls
- 0
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 1998 BMW 325 problems
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No recalls for the 1998 BMW 325
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 1998 BMW 325. Recalls can be announced at any time - this page updates daily.
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4 complaints about the 1998 BMW 325
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
Tl*the contact owns a 1998 bmw 325i. The contact previously experienced stalling issues with the vehicle. On february 11, 2008, the vehicle shut down while driving 35 mph. The vehicle was towed to the repair shop. It was determined that the fuel in the vehicle was corroding the fuel pump and caused it to fail. The vehicle was towed back to his residence. The vehicle was not repaired and the contact will trade in the vehicle. The current and failure mileages were 242,000.
Consumer states that water is leaking on the inside of vehicle onto the carpet. Consumer states vehicle has been over heating. Consumer feels its the heater core. Please provide any further information. Ts
The dealer switched the price of the car after I gave him cash money. The dealer misrepresented the condition of the car after I paid cash for the car. The dealer wrote as is on the receipt, the dealer kept the title. The dealer stole the car I drove there and wants $30 per day storage for my own car he moved. I never signed anything. Scc *nlm **dimsii ivoq entry posted after 12/12/02 cut-over to artemis*742562
BMW 325: every year compared
All 325 years1998 BMW 325 vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 BMW 325 | 4 | 0 | B | |
| 1998 BMW 528I | 33 | 0 | F | Compare |
| 1998 BMW 328I | 26 | 0 | F | Compare |
| 1998 BMW 540I | 26 | 1 | F | Compare |
| 1998 BMW 323I | 16 | 0 | F | Compare |
| 1998 BMW 318TI | 11 | 0 | F | Compare |
| 1998 BMW 318I | 8 | 0 | C | Compare |
| 1998 BMW 528 | 7 | 0 | D | Compare |
| 1998 BMW 320 | 6 | 0 | D | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 1998 BMW 325
Does the 1998 BMW 325 have any recalls?
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 1998 BMW 325 right now. Recalls can be announced at any time, and this page checks NHTSA every day. You can also check your exact vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 1998 BMW 325?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the electrical system (1), fuel system (1), visibility & wipers (1).
How many complaints has the 1998 BMW 325 had?
4 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on March 16, 2001 and the latest on August 1, 2013. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 1998 BMW 325 a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 65 out of 100 (grade B: fewer problems than a typical BMW 325 year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which BMW 325 years have the most complaints?
2001 (31), 1994 (26), 1987 (16). See every BMW 325 year compared.
What should I do if my 1998 BMW 325 has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data