2003 BMW 325I vs 2005 BMW 325I
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2003 BMW 325I | 2005 BMW 325I |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 199 | 71 |
| Recall campaigns | 7 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 23 | 33 |
| Investigations | 3 | 5 |
| Crash reports | 7 | 3 |
| Fire reports | 11 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 21 | 20–22 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 75,086 mi | 80,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | BMW 325I | BMW 325I |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 62 | 33 |
| Exterior Lighting | 48 | 18 |
| Electrical System | 43 | 11 |
| Power Train | 18 | 4 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 13 | 1 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 11 | 0 |
| Visibility | 5 | 2 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 4 | 3 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 14 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 7 | 0 |
2003 BMW 325I
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.