MYRModel Year Report

2006 BMW 325XI

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2006 BMW 325XI
RENDERED 2026-11-01T03:13:48.547Z

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
110
Recalls
6

Campaigns on file for 2006

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
Air bags

62% of complaints

Complaints per year

2001: 14 complaints 2001 2002: 68 complaints 2003: 31 complaints 2003 2004: 55 complaints 2005: 27 complaints 2006: 110 complaints 2006 110 2007: 0 complaints 2008: 0 complaints 2009: 1 complaint 2009 2010: 0 complaints 2011: 0 complaints 2011 2012: 0 complaints
2001: 14 complaints 2001 2002: 68 complaints 2002 2003: 31 complaints 2003 2004: 55 complaints 2004 2005: 27 complaints 2005 2006: 110 complaints 2006 110 2007: 0 complaints 2007 2008: 0 complaints 2008 2009: 1 complaint 2009 2010: 0 complaints 2010 2011: 0 complaints 2011 2012: 0 complaints 2012
2001: 14 complaints 2001 2002: 68 complaints 2002 2003: 31 complaints 2003 2004: 55 complaints 2004 2005: 27 complaints 2005 2006: 110 complaints 2006 110 2007: 0 complaints 2007 2008: 0 complaints 2008 2009: 1 complaint 2009 2010: 0 complaints 2010 2011: 0 complaints 2011 2012: 0 complaints 2012

2006: 110 complaints

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YearComplaints
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200114
200268
200331
200455
200527
2006110
20070
20080
20091
20100
20110
20120

Known problem areas

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

Air bags

62% · 68 reports

Most commonly citing frontal and sensor/control module.

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The contact owned a 2006 BMW 325XI. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V513000 (Air Bags) and 22V119000 (Engine and Engine Cooling) would like to be removed from the recall distribution list.

NHTSA ODI report, 2024-09-03

Also filed under Engine and engine cooling

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 BMW 325XI. While operating the vehicle, the air bag sensor indicator remained illuminated, which indicated a possible failure with the air bags.

NHTSA ODI report, 2017-11-22

Passenger restraint system - malfunction indicator light just came on. Found numerous articles on internet and NHTSA recalls for "Front passenger seat occupant detection mat defect".

NHTSA ODI report, 2017-11-07

Steering

13% · 14 reports
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Tl*the contact owns a 2006 BMW 325XI. While the contact was driving approximately 35 MPH, the power steering warning light illuminated on the instrument panel. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection.

NHTSA ODI report, 2010-03-25

Electrical system

11% · 12 reports

Most commonly citing front underhood.

FIREINJURY
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Tl* the contact owns a 2006 BMW 325XI. When the air conditioner was activated, smoke filled the cabin of the vehicle. Flames appeared and the vehicle exploded. The fire department extinguished the fire and filed a report.

NHTSA ODI report, 2016-08-22

Seat belts

10% · 11 reports

Seats

7% · 8 reports

Safety timeline

6 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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    2014-08-29Air bags13V564000 BMW of North America LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2006 325i, 325xi, 330i, 330xi sedans and 325xi sports wagons, model year 2007 328i, 328xi, 335i, 335xi sedans and 328i and 328xi sports…

    Remedy: BMW will notify owners with an interim notification letter in January 2014 since parts are not currently available. When parts are available, BMW sent a second letter in August and dealers will…

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    2017-09-01Air bags17V428000 BMW of North America, Inc. (BMW) is recalling certain 2006 325i, 325xi, 330i, 330xi, 525i, 525xi, 530i, 530xi, and 550i vehicles equipped with the Sport Seat option and certain 2006 525i, 525xi, 530i, 530xi, 550i vehicles with standard seats.

    Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will repair the occupant detection mat to eliminate the possibility that it may crack, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began September 1, 2017.

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    2018-06-29Electrical system17V676000 BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2006-2011 323i, 325i, 325xi, 328i, 328xi, 330i, 330xi, 335i, 335xi and M3, 2007-2011 328i xDrive, 335i xDrive and 335is and 2009-2011 335d vehicles.

    Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the wiring and electrical connectors, free of charge. Interim letters were mailed on November 27, 2017. Owners will receive a second notice when the remedy becomes available.

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    2019-05-30Engine and engine cooling19V273000 BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2006 525i, 525xi, 530i, 530xi, 530xi Sports Wagon, 325i, 325xi, 325xi Sports Wagon, 330i, 330xi, Z4 3.0i and Z4 3.0si vehicles.

    Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the PCV valve heater, free of charge. The recall began May 30, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Note: This recall is an expansion to recall 17V-683.

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    2020-03-11Air bags20V017000 BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2008-2013 128i and 135i Convertibles, 128i, 135i, and M Coupes, 2007-2010 X3 30si and X3 xDrive30i, 2013-2015 X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i and X1 xDrive35i, 2007-2013 328i, 328i xDrive, 335i, 335is,...

    Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver air bag. On X5 and X6 vehicles, only the inflator will be replaced. All repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began March 11, 2020.

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    2024-08-30Air bags24V513000 BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2006-2011 3 Series Sedan (324i, 325i, 325xi, 328i, 328xi, 330i, 330xi, 335i, 335xi), 2006-2012 3 Series Sportswagon (325xi, 328i, 328xi), and 2009-2011 3 Series Sedan (335d) vehicles.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the driver's air bag module as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 30, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

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Buy-smart checklist

2006 BMW 325XI — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Air bags: 68 reports on file for this year.
  • Steering: 14 reports on file for this year.
  • Electrical system: 12 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 13V564000 · Air bags
  • Recall 17V428000 · Air bags
  • Recall 17V676000 · Electrical system
  • Recall 19V273000 · Engine and engine cooling
  • Recall 20V017000 · Air bags
  • Recall 24V513000 · Air bags
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FAQ

Is the 2006 BMW 325XI 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 325XI?
The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 62% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2006 BMW 325XI have?
6 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.