MYRModel Year Report

1993 BMW 525

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1993 BMW 525
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:41:07.383Z

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.

How is this computed?

Complaints
3

Too few to rank

Recalls
1

Campaigns on file for 1993

Investigations
1

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1985: 1 complaint 1985 1989: 3 complaints 1990: 7 complaints 1990 1991: 15 complaints 1992: 14 complaints 1993: 3 complaints 1993 3 1994: 8 complaints 1995: 15 complaints 1997: 1 complaint 1997 1998: 2 complaints 2001: 3 complaints 2001 2002: 0 complaints
1985: 1 complaint 1985 1989: 3 complaints 1989 1990: 7 complaints 1990 1991: 15 complaints 1991 1992: 14 complaints 1992 1993: 3 complaints 1993 3 1994: 8 complaints 1994 1995: 15 complaints 1995 1997: 1 complaint 1997 1998: 2 complaints 1998 2001: 3 complaints 2001 2002: 0 complaints 2002
1985: 1 complaint 1985 1989: 3 complaints 1989 1990: 7 complaints 1990 1991: 15 complaints 1991 1992: 14 complaints 1992 1993: 3 complaints 1993 3 1994: 8 complaints 1994 1995: 15 complaints 1995 1997: 1 complaint 1997 1998: 2 complaints 1998 2001: 3 complaints 2001 2002: 0 complaints 2002

1993: 3 complaints

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YearComplaints
19851
19893
19907
199115
199214
19933
19948
199515
19971
19982
20013
20020

Known problem areas

Only 3 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Vehicle speed control

2 of 3 total reports mention: vehicle speed control.

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Throttle stuck wide-open after full-throttle acceleration on to expressway. Was unable to slow the vehicle without switching-off ignition. Brakes were damaged due to excessive overheating. Potential safety issue.

NHTSA ODI report, 1999-06-02

Also filed under Service brakes, hydraulic

Service brakes

1 of 3 total reports mentions: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.

Electrical system

1 of 3 total reports mentions: electrical system, most commonly citing 12v/24v/48v battery.

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The orginal battery located under the rear seat cushion exploded, causing a very bad fumes/odor inside the vehiicle.

NHTSA ODI report, 1996-11-25

Safety timeline

1 recall · 1 investigation · oldest first

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  1. R
    1994-06-25Fuel system, gasoline94V066000 Feed fuel hoses can harden and "Set" Over time, allowing a seepage of fuel at the connection between the hose and the engine fitting. The clamp used to hold the hose to the fitting is unable to…

    Remedy: A redesigned feed fuel hose and hose clamp will be installed to alleviate the fuel seepage.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  2. I
    1995-03-31Engineering analysisClosed 1996-07-15 Air bag wiring failure

Buy-smart checklist

1993 BMW 525 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Vehicle speed control: 2 reports on file for this year.
  • Service brakes: 1 report on file for this year.
  • Electrical system: 1 report on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 94V066000 · Fuel system, gasoline
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1993 BMW 525 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 1993 BMW 525?
The most-reported component is vehicle speed control, accounting for 67% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1993 BMW 525 have?
1 recall on file for this model year.

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