MYRModel Year Report

2004 BMW 320I

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2004 BMW 320I
RENDERED 2026-08-02T13:43:09.821Z

Only 1 complaint 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 1 complaint on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, BMW 320I Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2004 highlighted. 1980: 3 complaints 1980 1982: 1 complaints 2000: 0 complaints 2000 2001: 0 complaints 2002: 1 complaints 2002 2003: 0 complaints 2004: 1 complaints 2004 2005: 0 complaints 2012: 3 complaints 2012 2013: 9 complaints 2014: 51 complaints 2014 2015: 33 complaints 2016: 25 complaints 2016 2017: 9 complaints 2018: 20 complaints 2018
2004: 1 complaints
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YearComplaints
19803
19821
20000
20010
20021
20030
20041
20050
20123
20139
201451
201533
201625
20179
201820

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 1 complaint on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

ENGINE

1 of 1 total report mentions: engine.

FIRE
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CAR BURNED WHILE PARKED

NHTSA ODI report, 20170926

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20200213 — air bags

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2000-2005 323iT, 325iT, 325xiT, 320i, 323i, 325i, 325xi, 328i, 330i and 330xi and 2000-2006 323Ci, 325Ci, 328Ci, 330Ci, M3 Coupe, 323Cic, 325Cic, 330Cic, and M3 Convertible vehicles equipped with...

Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger's front air bag, free of charge. The recall began February 13, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Campaign 20V018000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2004 BMW 320I — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for engine issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 20V018000 (air bags) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2004 BMW 320I 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 320I?

The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2004 BMW 320I have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.