MYRModel Year Report

2006 BMW 325CI

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2006 BMW 325CI
RENDERED 2026-11-01T14:47:34.138Z

Not enough comparison years on file yet 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.

How is this computed?

Complaints
36
Recalls
3

Campaigns on file for 2006

Investigations
3

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Air bags

67% of complaints

Complaints per year

2000: 6 complaints 2000 2001: 49 complaints 2001 2002: 30 complaints 2002 2003: 27 complaints 2003 2004: 68 complaints 2004 2005: 31 complaints 2005 2006: 36 complaints 2006 36
2000: 6 complaints 2000 2001: 49 complaints 2001 2002: 30 complaints 2002 2003: 27 complaints 2003 2004: 68 complaints 2004 2005: 31 complaints 2005 2006: 36 complaints 2006 36
2000: 6 complaints 2000 2001: 49 complaints 2001 2002: 30 complaints 2002 2003: 27 complaints 2003 2004: 68 complaints 2004 2005: 31 complaints 2005 2006: 36 complaints 2006 36

2006: 36 complaints

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YearComplaints
20006
200149
200230
200327
200468
200531
200636

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Air bags

67% · 24 reports

Most commonly citing frontal.

Show complaint excerpts

BMW 325CI 2006 front left adaptive headlight wiring deteriorates over time. This cause the wiring to crack and fail. The front left headlight failed while driving, creating a dangerous situation for the driver and others on the road.

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-11-18

Also filed under Seat belts

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 BMW 325 I. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the passenger side air bag warning light illuminated on and off. The passenger's seat was not occupied.

NHTSA ODI report, 2012-11-30

Exterior lighting

11% · 4 reports
Show complaint excerpts

The headlights in my car both went out because of this wiring issue. The wiring insulation inside the headlight is very prone to cracking and subsequently breaking which causes the headlight to not function.

NHTSA ODI report, 2024-07-23

Headlight wiring insulation is deteriorating and falling apart. Right side headlight wiring is completely damaged and headlight does not work.

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-02-01

Engine

6% · 2 reports

Electrical system

6% · 2 reports
Show complaint excerpts

Internal Adaptive bi-xenon headlight wiring insulation flaking off exposing bare wire, thus causing headlight to fail

NHTSA ODI report, 2025-05-13

Engine and engine cooling

6% · 2 reports

Most commonly citing crankcase (pcv).

Show complaint excerpts

Vehicle service engine soon indicator comes on repeatedly and dealership cannot repair defect after 3 visits.

NHTSA ODI report, 2009-10-15

Safety timeline

3 recalls · 3 investigations · oldest first

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  1. R
    2007-04-02Service brakes, hydraulic07E023000 Certain cardone master cylinders with part numbers 10-2925, 10-2987, 10-2987MZA, 10-3083, 11-3015, 11-3042, 11-3044, 11-3045, 11-3047, 11-3064, and 11-3156, and with date codes lower than DCA7078…

    Remedy: Cardone will notify owners and offer to repurchase any defective master cylinders. The recall began during April 2007. Owners can contact cardone at 1-800-777-4780.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  2. I
    2008-01-04Engineering analysisClosed 2008-12-31 BMW airbag light illumination
  3. I
    2014-06-11Preliminary evaluationClosed 2015-03-02 Air Bag Inflator Rupture
  4. I
    2015-02-24Engineering analysisOpen Air Bag Inflator Rupture
  5. R
    2016-08-19Air bags15V318000 BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2002-2005 325i, 325xi, 330i, and 330xi Sedans, and 325xi and 325i Sportswagons, 2002-2006 330Ci, 325Ci, and M3 Convertibles and 325i, 330i, and M3 Coupes, 2002-2003 M5, 540i, 525i...

    Remedy: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the vehicle has been remedied. BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front driver air bag module, free of charge. The recall began Aug 2016.

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  6. R
    2020-02-13Air bags20V018000 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.

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Buy-smart checklist

2006 BMW 325CI — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Air bags: 24 reports on file for this year.
  • Exterior lighting: 4 reports on file for this year.
  • Engine: 2 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 07E023000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
  • Recall 15V318000 · Air bags
  • Recall 20V018000 · Air bags
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2006 BMW 325CI 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 2006 BMW 325CI?
The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 67% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2006 BMW 325CI have?
3 recalls on file for this model year.

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