1995 BMW 5 Series
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.
- Complaints
- 3
- Recalls
- 3
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 1995
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
1995: 3 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1989 | 1 |
| 1990 | 0 |
| 1991 | 0 |
| 1992 | 0 |
| 1993 | 0 |
| 1994 | 0 |
| 1995 | 3 |
| 1996 | 0 |
| 1997 | 1 |
| 1998 | 0 |
| 1999 | 2 |
| 2000 | 2 |
| 2001 | 3 |
| 2002 | 7 |
| 2003 | 9 |
| 2004 | 64 |
| 2005 | 21 |
| 2006 | 85 |
| 2007 | 13 |
| 2008 | 98 |
| 2009 | 4 |
| 2010 | 6 |
| 2011 | 81 |
| 2012 | 10 |
| 2023 | 0 |
Known problem areas
Only 3 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Latches/locks/linkages
2 of 3 total reports mention: latches/locks/linkages, most commonly citing latch.
Show complaint excerpts
All doors will not unlock, and horn will not work when vehicle was off, causing a passenger to be locked inside, and was unable to notify bystanders. Dealer notified.
NHTSA ODI report, 2002-09-17
Electrical system
2 of 3 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing horn.
Vehicle speed control
1 of 3 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.
Show complaint excerpts
When I was driving in my subdivision in a 25 MPH zone, the car suddenly got self accelerated and got beyond my control. I tried to push the brake, the brake did not work.
NHTSA ODI report, 2011-12-21
Also filed under Air bags
Air bags
1 of 3 total reports mentions: air bags.
Safety timeline
3 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2006-04-03Exterior lighting06E026000 Certain pro-a motors corner lamps, turn signals, and headlights sold as replacement lamps for use on certain passenger vehicles listed above. Some combination lamps that are not equipped with amber…
Remedy: Pro-a motors will notify owners and offer to repurchase the lamps. The recall began on April 3, 2006. Owners may contact pro-a motors at 323-838-2988.
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2006-05-09Exterior lighting06E023000 Certain anzo combination headlamp assemblies sold as replacement lamps for use on certain passenger vehicles. Some combination lamps are not equipped with amber side reflectors which fail to…
Remedy: Anzo will notify owners and replace the headlamps free of charge. The recall began May 9, 2006. Owners may contact anzo USA at 909-468-3688.
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2006-07-01Exterior lighting06E049000 Certain ck motorsports combination headlights, clear corner, bumper, and side marker lights sold as replacement lamps for use on the passenger vehicles listed above. Some combination lamps that are…
Remedy: Ck motorsport will notify owners and replace the noncompliant lamps free of charge. The recall began on July 1, 2006. Owners may contact ck motorsport at 1-909-610-7211.
Buy-smart checklist
1995 BMW 5 Series — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Latches/locks/linkages: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Vehicle speed control: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 06E026000 · Exterior lighting
- Recall 06E023000 · Exterior lighting
- Recall 06E049000 · Exterior lighting
FAQ
- Is the 1995 BMW 5 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 1995 BMW 5 Series?
- The most-reported component is latches/locks/linkages, accounting for 67% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1995 BMW 5 Series 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.