1989 BMW 325I
Only 8 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 8 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 8
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
1989: 8 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1985 | 0 |
| 1986 | 0 |
| 1987 | 5 |
| 1988 | 5 |
| 1989 | 8 |
| 1990 | 5 |
| 1991 | 4 |
| 1992 | 41 |
| 1993 | 21 |
| 1994 | 17 |
| 1995 | 31 |
| 1999 | 0 |
| 2000 | 1 |
| 2001 | 151 |
| 2002 | 162 |
| 2003 | 199 |
| 2004 | 147 |
| 2005 | 71 |
| 2006 | 515 |
| 2007 | 1 |
| 2008 | 1 |
| 2009 | 0 |
| 2010 | 0 |
| 2011 | 1 |
| 2012 | 1 |
Known problem areas
Only 8 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Engine and engine cooling
2 of 8 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing cooling system.
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The vehicle over heated.
NHTSA ODI report, 2003-03-25
Vehicle speed control
2 of 8 total reports mention: vehicle speed control, most commonly citing linkages.
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With foot on brake consumer put vehicle in drive and vehicle took off at 60 MPH, consumer came to a stop when vehicle hit another car.
NHTSA ODI report, 2002-06-13
While shifting gear to drive and without warning vehicle began to accelerate up to 60 MPH. Dealer has been notified.
NHTSA ODI report, 2002-06-13
Fuel system, gasoline
2 of 8 total reports mention: fuel system, gasoline, most commonly citing hoses, lines/piping, and fittings.
Visibility
1 of 8 total reports mentions: visibility, most commonly citing defroster/defogger/hvac system.
Service brakes
1 of 8 total reports mentions: service brakes, most commonly citing air.
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
1989 BMW 325I — pre-purchase inspection
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- Engine and engine cooling: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Vehicle speed control: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Fuel system, gasoline: 2 reports on file for this year.
Other years of this model
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- Is the 1989 BMW 325I 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 1989 BMW 325I?
- The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling, accounting for 25% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1989 BMW 325I 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.