2001 BMW 325iBmw 325i 2001

Vehicle Details: Recalls, Fuel Economy, Emissions, Consumer Complaints, Decoded VIN Details, Service Bulletins

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Below you will find all available information on the 2001 BMW 325i, manufacturered by Bmw M Gmbh.
The vehicle is described as a Rear-Wheel Drive Compact Cars 4-door sedan, hardtop.

ManufacturerKnown WMI(s)Fuel Type
BMWWBS WBX Premium
City MPGHighway MPGCO2 emissions
17 - 18 MPG25 - 27 MPG423.19 - 444.35 g/mile
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Sub-models: - 325i Sport Wagon -

Frequently Asked Questions
  • What is the MPG of a 2001 BMW 325i?
     - The 2001 BMW 325i has an EPA estimated city efficiency of 17 - 18 MPG and an estimated highway efficiency of 25 - 27 MPG.
  • What is the fuse box diagram for the 2001 BMW 325i?
     - Fuse box diagrams for the 2001 BMW 325i can be found here
  • What is the annual fuel cost for the 2001 BMW 325i?
     - EPA estimated annual fuel cost for the 2001 BMW 325i is $3300.
  • Where is the 2001 BMW 325i produced?
     - The 2001 BMW 325i is produced in Regensburg, Germany.
  • Are there recalls for the 2001 BMW 325i?
     - There are 6 recall(s) for the 2001 BMW 325i, additional information is below.
  • How much horsepower does the 2001 BMW 325i have?
     - The 2001 BMW 325i has 184 horsepower.
Available Engine & Drive Classes
  • 2.5L 6 cylinder 5-speed automatic
  • 2.5L 6 cylinder 5-speed manual
NHTSA Mandated Recalls
  • Recall 160280 [USA]: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

  • Recall 149317 [USA]: In the event of a crash necessitating air bag deployment, an inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants. an underinflated air bag may not properly protect the occupant. these scenarios increase the risk of serious injury or death.

  • Recall 104889 [USA]: In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger's frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure could cause rupturing of the inflator resulting in metal fragments striking and potentially seriously injuring the passenger seat occupant or other occupants.

  • Recall 46754 [USA]: Loss of brake fluid can result in poor braking performance, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.

  • Recall 1636 [USA]: If this were to occur, engine overheating and subsequent engine damage could result. in addition, it is possible for the failure of the electrical circuitry to cause a fire in the fan control unit located in the front of the engine compartment.

  • Recall 6705 [USA]: This could lead to a sudden loss of air from the tire affecting handling and vehicle control.

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NHTSA Submitted Mechanical & Emissions Details
  • Automatic 5-spd Rear-Wheel Drive 325i

    Description Data
    Engine cylinders6
    Engine displacement in liters2.5
    TransmissionAutomatic 5-spd
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-6750
    Transmission descriptor; for information see the fueleconomy.gov details3MODE
    Description Data
    Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 114.8755
    City mpg for fuel type 1,17
    Combined mpg for fuel type 1,20
    Engine cylinders6
    Engine displacement in liters2.5
    Drive axle typeRear-Wheel Drive
    Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($)3300
    Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable)Premium
    Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel.Premium Gasoline
    Highway mpg for fuel type 1,25
    Vehicle record id16584
    4 door luggage volume (cubic feet)11
    Model name (carline)325i
    Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicleY
    If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting modefalse
    4-door passenger volume (cubic feet)91
    TransmissionAutomatic 5-spd
    Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 121.2965
    Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 134.2857
    EPA vehicle size classCompact Cars
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-6750
    Transmission descriptor; for information see the fueleconomy.gov details3MODE
    Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format)Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013
    Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format)Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013
  • Manual 5-spd Rear-Wheel Drive 325i

    Description Data
    Engine cylinders6
    Engine displacement in liters2.5
    TransmissionManual 5-spd
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-6000
    Description Data
    Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 114.1671
    City mpg for fuel type 1,18
    Combined mpg for fuel type 1,21
    Engine cylinders6
    Engine displacement in liters2.5
    Drive axle typeRear-Wheel Drive
    Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($)3150
    Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable)Premium
    Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel.Premium Gasoline
    Highway mpg for fuel type 1,27
    Vehicle record id16585
    4 door luggage volume (cubic feet)11
    Model name (carline)325i
    Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicleY
    If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting modefalse
    4-door passenger volume (cubic feet)91
    TransmissionManual 5-spd
    Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 122.6015
    Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 137.5841
    EPA vehicle size classCompact Cars
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-6000
    Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format)Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013
    Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format)Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013
  • Automatic 5-spd Rear-Wheel Drive 325i Sport Wagon

    Description Data
    Engine cylinders6
    Engine displacement in liters2.5
    TransmissionAutomatic 5-spd
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-6750
    Transmission descriptor; for information see the fueleconomy.gov details3MODE
    Description Data
    Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 114.8755
    City mpg for fuel type 1,17
    Combined mpg for fuel type 1,20
    Engine cylinders6
    Engine displacement in liters2.5
    Drive axle typeRear-Wheel Drive
    Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($)3300
    Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable)Premium
    Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel.Premium Gasoline
    Highway mpg for fuel type 1,25
    Vehicle record id16876
    4 door luggage volume (cubic feet)26
    Model name (carline)325i Sport Wagon
    Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicleN
    If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting modefalse
    4-door passenger volume (cubic feet)91
    TransmissionAutomatic 5-spd
    Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 121.2965
    Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 134.2857
    EPA vehicle size classSmall Station Wagons
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-6750
    Transmission descriptor; for information see the fueleconomy.gov details3MODE
    Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format)Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013
    Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format)Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013
  • Manual 5-spd Rear-Wheel Drive 325i Sport Wagon

    Description Data
    Engine cylinders6
    Engine displacement in liters2.5
    TransmissionManual 5-spd
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-6000
    Description Data
    Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 114.1671
    City mpg for fuel type 1,18
    Combined mpg for fuel type 1,21
    Engine cylinders6
    Engine displacement in liters2.5
    Drive axle typeRear-Wheel Drive
    Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($)3150
    Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable)Premium
    Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel.Premium Gasoline
    Highway mpg for fuel type 1,27
    Vehicle record id16877
    4 door luggage volume (cubic feet)26
    Model name (carline)325i Sport Wagon
    Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicleN
    If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting modefalse
    4-door passenger volume (cubic feet)91
    TransmissionManual 5-spd
    Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 122.6015
    Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 137.5841
    EPA vehicle size classSmall Station Wagons
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-6000
    Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format)Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013
    Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format)Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013
Bulletins

Bulletins are notices put out by manufacturers in conjunction with the NHTSA to notify the public of manufacturing issues or changes.

  • B510819 - VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS: The basic conditions for initializing the power windows are not met.
  • B340414 - STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR: Diagnosis of compound brake system complaints in m vehicles: 1. Visible cracks are caused by high thermal stresses during rapid heating and cooling of the brake discs. Braking from high speed with cold brake components (less than 212 degree
  • B651820 - AIR BAGS:FRONTAL: Service action - head air bag holder retrofit: a rattle noise may develop from the head air bag (its) gas generator contacting adjacent component. This noise can be heard while driving on an uneven roadway.
  • B013118 - AIR BAGS: Takata air bag recall-related short-term alternate transportation and consequential repairs this service information bulletin supersedes si b01 31 18 dated october 2018.
  • B013118 - AIR BAGS: Takata air bag recall-related short-term alternate transportation and consequential repairs this service information bulletin supersedes si b01 31 18 dated october 2018.
  • B080119 - AIR BAGS: In an effort to improve the completion rate on takata air bag recall affected vehicles; bmw na has expanded the bmw ultimate rewards platform to include a new recall support page. This page will allow irfs to check their customers vins for
  • B011618 - AIR BAGS: Takata class action settlement. Customer support program. Front driver side airbag modules.
  • 120913 - EQUIPMENT: State inspection and emission (i/m) test fails due to an invalid vin number. The customer of an affected vehicle may fail to pass an i/m test due to a non-compliant 17digit vehicle identification number (vin) stored in the dme (digital moto
  • B011718 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: For the above-referenced vehicles with passenger?S side airbag modules, bmw of north america, llc (?Bmw na?) will provide a customer support program as outlined in the takata settlement customer support program overview attachment. This ?Co
  • B011618 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: For the above-referenced vehicles with driver?S side airbag modules, bmw of north america, llc (?Bmw na?) will provide a customer support program as outlined in the takata settlement customer support program overview attachment. This ?Comp
  • 340414 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC: Diagnosis of compound brake system complaints in m vehicles. Information 1. Visible cracks are caused by high thermal stresses during rapid heating and cooling of the brake discs. Braking from high speed with cold brake components (less tha
  • 651414 - AIR BAGS: Special technical campaign. The national highway traffic safety administration (nhtsa) has urged vehicle manufacturers to conduct an investigation into air bags which may not deploy correctly. Bmw is cooperating with this request. Takata is
  • B340414 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC: Diagnosis of compound brake system complaints in m vehicles this service information bulletin supersedes si 34 04 14 dated december 2014. Designates changes to the bulletin. Information 1.Visible cracks are caused by high thermal stresses d
  • SIB-63-02-01 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING: Bmw: procedure for determining and replacing incandescent and halogen light bulbs under warranty. *rm
  • SIB-32-04-07 - STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM: Bmw: a new technical process has been created for bmw to identify causes of steering complaints with a wide range of models. *rm
  • SIB-16-02-09 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP: Bmw vehicles: fuel level sensor repairs. Where it is necessary to replace the right or the left side fuel level sensor due to a failure, the entire pump and housing or delivery unit (suction jet assembly) do not need to be replaced as wel
NHTSA decoded information from VIN

138 Results returned successfully. NOTE: Any missing decoded values should be interpreted as NHTSA does not have data on the specific variable. Missing value should NOT be interpreted as an indication that a feature or technology is unavailable for a vehicle.

Variable Value
Air Bag Loc Front1st Row (Driver and Passenger)
Body ClassSedan/Saloon
DisplacementCC2500.0
DisplacementCI152.2
DisplacementL2.5
Doors4
Engine Cylinders6
EngineHP184
EngineKW137.2088
Engine ManufacturerBMW-AG
Error Text0 - VIN decoded clean. Check Digit (9th position) is correct
Fuel Type PrimaryGasoline
MakeBMW
MakeID452
ManufacturerBMW AG
Manufacturer Id966
Model325i
ModelID2764
Model Year2001
NCSA Body Type4-door sedan, hardtop
NCSA MakeBMW
NCSA Model3-series
Other Restraint System InfoDriver and Passenger Dual stage Advanced Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)
Plant CityREGENSBURG
Plant CountryGERMANY
Seat Belts AllManual
Series3-Series
VINWBAAV33431EE75894
Vehicle TypePASSENGER CAR
Most Recent Consumer Complaints and Accidents
CrashFireTowedInjuredDeathsFailure
Date
CrashNoN 1 InjuredNone20200228

When shifted to reverse engine rpms went wideopen causing it to spin out of control from our driveway into mobilehome across from me then into a van and shoved it into another mobilehome

CrashNoN 1 InjuredNone20200227

When shifted to reverse engine rpms went wideopen causing it to spin out of control from our driveway into mobilehome across from me then into a van and shoved it into another mobilehome

NoNoN NoneNone20191227

I have been recently getting the takata airbag recall which i am getting done soon. I noticed however an old recall on some bmw 325is starting in 2001. An issue with the handbrake... The database is showing that my vin doesn't have this issue but i can sure tell you i had this issue and bad. Driving 70 down the highway when the handbrake clamp or adjuster... Something broke and fell into the drum of the brake disc. It then made a horrible noise and fully destroyed the parking brake assembly and sounded like a washing machine filled with metal. I took the disc off and found all the parts just inside wrecked. Was this recall not covered for enough cars or does a recall expire? I literally feel this could've been a serious issue if it somehow had locked a wheel!

NoNoN NoneNone20191226

I have been recently getting the takata airbag recall which i am getting done soon. I noticed however an old recall on some bmw 325is starting in 2001. An issue with the handbrake... The database is showing that my vin doesn't have this issue but i can sure tell you i had this issue and bad. Driving 70 down the highway when the handbrake clamp or adjuster... Something broke and fell into the drum of the brake disc. It then made a horrible noise and fully destroyed the parking brake assembly and sounded like a washing machine filled with metal. I took the disc off and found all the parts just inside wrecked. Was this recall not covered for enough cars or does a recall expire? I literally feel this could've been a serious issue if it somehow had locked a wheel!

NoNoN NoneNone20191013

Recall number 19v698 could not be verified using vin no wbaav33481f[xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.S.C. 552(b)(6). *tt

NoNoN NoneNone20190308

Ever since i've had the car i have had overheating problems after replacing the water pump all the hoses hvac hoses under the manifold the car still wants to overheat i've been in traffic i've had this problem having a i'm cars behind me and my temperature gauge going to age and i can't crank the car because i don't want to ruin the motor i've had to let the car cool be late for jobs work and other things appointments are the car cool down and i've had to add coolant in it at $20 a piece by the coolant runs right back out

NoNoN NoneNone20180222

Faulty tail lights- the right tail bulb assembly on the car got so hot it melted along with the plug. I called the bmw hot line 800-525-7417, they informed me that the car had 2 recalls for airbags, also told me that the car had a faulty tail lite repair in 2002. I trailered the car on 4/11/18 to sewell grapevine bmw, where scott lord in the service dept took it in. I ask for them to find out also about the tail light assembly melting & i left the part with the car. On 4/11/18 i rented the same trailer & went to pickup the car, (i live 40 mls from there). Upon talking with mr. Lord, the 2 recalls where performed & he said the technician left brochures in the car on how the melted tail light is repaired & that the car is too old for them to do it. First off, thanks to nhtsa web site, i learned that there where 210,000 of these cars recalled for the same problem, beginning with the year of this car. 2nd, i 've never known a recall to expire until fixed. I called bmw recall back 5/2/18 & she said no recalls are showing now & that i'd have to contact nhtsa, so here i am, do they fix it, or should i contact a lawyer? Thank you nhtsa! I'm glad there was not a can of gas in the trunk

NoFireY NoneNone20180211

Tl* the contact owns a 2001 bmw 325i. While driving 45 mph, the contact noticed smoke coming from the engine compartment. The contact pulled over to a safe area and inspected the vehicle. The contact noticed that the cooling fan failed and the vehicle overheated. The vehicle was able to restart after numerous attempts, but the failure recurred. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence and then to brian harris bmw (12336 airline hwy, baton rouge, la 70817, (225) 754-1200). The dealer stated that there were no recalls for the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.

NoNoN 2 InjuredNone20180131

Tl* the contact owns a 2001 bmw 325i. While driving approximately 40 mph, the front passenger side air bag inadvertently deployed. The front passenger sustained an injured right arm, which required medical attention. The failure was not diagnosed or repaired. The local dealer (here in gear bmw, i 55, jackson, ms) was notified, but the manufacturer was not. The vin was invalid. The failure mileage was 300,000. *js

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Latest VINs Decoded for this Manufacturer
VIN Year Model Manufactured In
WBAAV33481FU879042001325iMUNICH , GERMANY
WBAAV33451FU814312001325iMUNICH , GERMANY
WBAAW33451ET415442001325iREGENSBURG , GERMANY
WBAAV33431EE758942001325iREGENSBURG , GERMANY
WBAAV33471FU953772001325iMUNICH , GERMANY
WBAAV33491FU808812001325iMUNICH , GERMANY
WBAAV33431FU959572001325iMUNICH , GERMANY
WBAAV33491FV048552001325iMUNICH , GERMANY
WBAAV33401FU851302001325iMUNICH , GERMANY
WBAAV33461FV000832001325iMUNICH , GERMANY
WBAAV33431FU782052001325iMUNICH , GERMANY
WBAAV33431FU773452001325iMUNICH , GERMANY
WBAAN37401ND451282001325iPRETORIA , SOUTH AFRICA
WBAAV33461EE261102001325iREGENSBURG , GERMANY
WBAAN37431ND481222001325iPRETORIA , SOUTH AFRICA
WBAAV33411FU842452001325iMUNICH , GERMANY
WBAAV33451FU949862001325iMUNICH , GERMANY
WBAAW33451ET430212001325iREGENSBURG , GERMANY
WBAAV33491FU762812001325iMUNICH , GERMANY
WBAAV33441FV056542001325iMUNICH , GERMANY
WBAAV33401FU940062001325iMUNICH , GERMANY
WBAAV33461EE791632001325iREGENSBURG , GERMANY

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