MYRModel Year Report

2004 BMW 545I

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2004 BMW 545I
RENDERED 2026-08-02T13:41:37.224Z

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.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, BMW 545I Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2004 highlighted. 2004: 43 complaints 2004 2005: 78 complaints 2005
2004: 43 complaints
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YearComplaints
200443
200578

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

AIR BAGS 42%

42% of complaints: air bags — 18 distinct reports on file.

CRASH INJURY
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IN 10/17 I BOUGHT THE ABOVE VEHICLE FROM PRIVATE OWNER. FROM THE TIME I STARTED DRIVING IT TO CURRENTLY, THE CONTROL DISPLAY HAS BEEN SHOWING A PASSENGER AIRBAG AND/ORSEATBEIT WARNING. THE CURRENT WARNING READS: "PASS. RESTRAINT SYSTEM.

NHTSA ODI report, 20180607

SAME PROBLEM EVERYONE ELSE HAS WITH PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAG MALFUNCTION. $1500+ REPAIR, BUT WILL DO IT AGAIN, AS IT IS FAULTY PARTS. SOMEONE SITS DOWN IN THE PASSENGER SEAT TOO HARD, AND IT SETS OFF THE WARNING.

NHTSA ODI report, 20180519

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 28%

28% of complaints: electrical system — 12 distinct reports on file.

INJURY
ENGINE 23%

23% of complaints: engine — 10 distinct reports on file.

POWER TRAIN 19%

19% of complaints: power train — 8 distinct reports on file.

INJURY
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I PURCHASED THIS VEHICLE THINKING THAT IT WOULD BE A SAFE CAR FOR MY FAMILY AND FRIENDS. THE TRANSMISSION SEEMS TO BE SLIPPING AND AN EXCESSIVELY HARSH 2-1 DOWNSHIFT OCCURS WHEN DECELERATING TO A STOP.

NHTSA ODI report, 20140910

ENGINE STALLING WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE, UNABLE TO RESTART VEHICLE AFTER THE STALL. LOSS OF POWER STEERING AND BRAKE POWER ASSIST WHEN VEHICLE STALLS WHILE DRIVING. ENGINE STALLS VERY PERIODICALLY AFTER A SHORT PERIOD OF OPERATION.

NHTSA ODI report, 20120119

SEAT BELTS 12%

12% of complaints: seat belts — 5 distinct reports on file.

INJURY

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2004 BMW 545I — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for air bags issues (18 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (12 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine issues (10 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2004 BMW 545I 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 2004 BMW 545I?

The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 42% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2004 BMW 545I have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.