MYRModel Year Report

2004 BMW 545I

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2004 BMW 545I
RENDERED 2026-11-01T16:58:19.151Z

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
44
Recalls
0

None on file

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
Air bags

43% of complaints

Complaints per year

2004: 44 complaints 2004 44 2005: 78 complaints 2005
2004: 44 complaints 2004 44 2005: 78 complaints 2005
2004: 44 complaints 2004 44 2005: 78 complaints 2005

2004: 44 complaints

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YearComplaints
200444
200578

Known problem areas

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

Air bags

43% · 19 reports

Most commonly citing occupant classification.

CRASHINJURY
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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, 2018-06-07

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, 2018-05-19

Electrical system

27% · 12 reports
INJURY

Engine

23% · 10 reports

Power train

18% · 8 reports
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, 2014-09-10

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, 2012-01-19

Seat belts

11% · 5 reports
INJURY

Safety timeline

No recalls on file for this model year.

0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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Buy-smart checklist

2004 BMW 545I — pre-purchase inspection

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  • Air bags: 19 reports on file for this year.
  • Electrical system: 12 reports on file for this year.
  • Engine: 10 reports on file for this year.
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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 43% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2004 BMW 545I have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.

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