Tl* the contact owns a 1999 bmw 325. The contact stated that while driving at 45 mph, the vehicle jerked violently into the direction of the sloping road. The sub frame remained partially detached from the vehicle causing the suspension not to properly support the vehicle's movement. In addition, upon acceleration, the sub frame of the vehicle jerked up and down. The contact stated that the brake rotors were damaged on the vehicle due to the rear axel pulling on the rear tire as a result of the loose sub frame. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure was 117,000.
Vehicle safety record
1999 BMW 325 Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 1999 BMW 325 with NHTSA, most often about the brakes (1) and the suspension (1). There are no recalls for it. For comparison, the 1998 has 4 and the 2000 has 0.
NHTSA data checked
AFar fewer problems than a typical 325 year, for its age
#337 most complained-about 1999 vehicle
- Complaints
- 2
- Recalls
- 0
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 1999 BMW 325 problems
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No recalls for the 1999 BMW 325
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 1999 BMW 325. Recalls can be announced at any time - this page updates daily.
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2 complaints about the 1999 BMW 325
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
Brake rotors warp very 3000 miles, causing vibration and pulsation. Dealer has replaced rotors twice. *Ak
BMW 325: every year compared
All 325 years1999 BMW 325 vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 BMW 325 | 2 | 0 | A | |
| 1999 BMW 323I | 136 | 7 | F | Compare |
| 1999 BMW 328I | 98 | 7 | F | Compare |
| 1999 BMW 528I | 46 | 0 | F | Compare |
| 1999 BMW 540I | 22 | 1 | F | Compare |
| 1999 BMW 540IA | 10 | 2 | F | Compare |
| 1999 BMW 3 Series | 6 | 1 | A | Compare |
| 1999 BMW 540IAT | 3 | 2 | - | Compare |
| 1999 BMW 528 | 3 | 0 | C | 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 1999 BMW 325
Does the 1999 BMW 325 have any recalls?
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 1999 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 1999 BMW 325?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the brakes (1), suspension (1).
How many complaints has the 1999 BMW 325 had?
2 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on August 16, 1999 and the latest on February 1, 2016. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 1999 BMW 325 a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 84 out of 100 (grade A: far 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 1999 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