- The problem
- BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2008-2013 128i and 135i coupes and convertibles and 1 Series M coupes, 2006-2011 325i, 325xi, 328i, 328xi, 328i xDrive, 330i, 330xi, 335i, 335xi, 335i xDrive Sedans, 2009-2011 335d sedans, 2006-2012 325xiT, 328i and 328xi sports wagons, 2007-2013 328i, 328xi, 328i xDrive, 335i, 335xi, 335i xDrive, 335is and M3 Coupes and Convertibles, 2013-2015 X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i and X1 xDrive35i SAVs, 2007-2010 X3 xDrive30i SAVs, 2007-2013 X5 xDrive30i, X5 xDrive35i, X5 xDrive48i, X5 xDrive50i and X5 M SAVs, 2009-2013 BMW X5 xDrive35d SAVs, 2008-2014 X6 xDrive35i, X6 xDrive50i, and X6 M SACs, 2010-2011 BMW X6 xDrive50i SACs and 2008-2011 M3 Sedan vehicles. Upon deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to rupture.
- The risk
- In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
- The fix
- BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag module or inflator depending on the vehicle model, free of charge. The recall began March 9, 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Vehicle safety record
2012 BMW 325 Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 2012 BMW 325 have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in February 2016 for the inflator module.
NHTSA data checked
BFewer problems than a typical 325 year, for its age
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
2012 BMW 325 recalls 1
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
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No complaints about the 2012 BMW 325 yet
No owner has filed a complaint about this vehicle with NHTSA. If yours has a problem, share it here and report it to NHTSA.
BMW 325: every year compared
All 325 years2012 BMW 325 vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 BMW 325 | 0 | 1 | B | |
| 2012 BMW 328I Xdrive | 145 | 0 | B | Compare |
| 2012 BMW 328I | 144 | 7 | F | Compare |
| 2012 BMW 335I Xdrive | 36 | 0 | C | Compare |
| 2012 BMW 335I | 34 | 3 | F | Compare |
| 2012 BMW 128I | 31 | 5 | F | Compare |
| 2012 BMW 135I | 19 | 6 | F | Compare |
| 2012 BMW 320I | 3 | 3 | F | Compare |
| 2012 BMW 325I | 1 | 0 | A | 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 2012 BMW 325
Does the 2012 BMW 325 have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2012 BMW 325: inflator module (February 2016). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
How many complaints has the 2012 BMW 325 had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
Is the 2012 BMW 325 a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 74 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 2012 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