MYRModel Year Report

2004 BMW 1 Series

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2004 BMW 1 Series
RENDERED 2026-11-01T14:47:39.887Z

Only 3 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 3 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
3

Too few to rank

Recalls
0

None on file

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

2000: 1 complaint 2000 2001: 1 complaint 2002: 1 complaint 2002 2003: 1 complaint 2004: 3 complaints 2004 3 2005: 3 complaints 2006: 5 complaints 2006 2007: 6 complaints 2008: 18 complaints 2008 2009: 18 complaints 2010: 8 complaints 2010 2011: 33 complaints 2012: 0 complaints 2012
2000: 1 complaint 2000 2001: 1 complaint 2001 2002: 1 complaint 2002 2003: 1 complaint 2003 2004: 3 complaints 2004 3 2005: 3 complaints 2005 2006: 5 complaints 2006 2007: 6 complaints 2007 2008: 18 complaints 2008 2009: 18 complaints 2009 2010: 8 complaints 2010 2011: 33 complaints 2011 2012: 0 complaints 2012
2000: 1 complaint 2000 2001: 1 complaint 2001 2002: 1 complaint 2002 2003: 1 complaint 2003 2004: 3 complaints 2004 3 2005: 3 complaints 2005 2006: 5 complaints 2006 2007: 6 complaints 2007 2008: 18 complaints 2008 2009: 18 complaints 2009 2010: 8 complaints 2010 2011: 33 complaints 2011 2012: 0 complaints 2012

2004: 3 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
20001
20011
20021
20031
20043
20053
20065
20076
200818
200918
20108
201133
20120

Known problem areas

Only 3 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Visibility/wiper

1 of 3 total reports mentions: visibility/wiper.

Show complaint excerpts

Gas tank is not registering properly. Gauge shows needing fuel but gas comes out when you are pumping signifying that it is full. Also, pump to windshield wiper fluid is not working. Dealer refused to fix.

NHTSA ODI report, 2016-06-03

Also filed under Fuel/propulsion system

Suspension

1 of 3 total reports mentions: suspension.

Show complaint excerpts

The '04 bwm 545I has been leaking motor oil throughout the motor gasket and holes.

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-01-11

Also filed under Steering and engine

Steering

1 of 3 total reports mentions: steering.

Fuel/propulsion system

1 of 3 total reports mentions: fuel/propulsion system.

Engine

1 of 3 total reports mentions: engine.

Safety timeline

No recalls on file for this model year.

0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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Buy-smart checklist

2004 BMW 1 Series — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Visibility/wiper: 1 report on file for this year.
  • Suspension: 1 report on file for this year.
  • Steering: 1 report on file for this year.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2004 BMW 1 Series reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2004 BMW 1 Series?
The most-reported component is visibility/wiper, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2004 BMW 1 Series have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.