2003 BMW 325xiBmw 325xi 2003

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 2003 BMW 325xi, manufacturered by Bmw Ag.
The vehicle is described as a 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive Compact Cars 4-door sedan, hardtop.

ManufacturerKnown WMI(s)Fuel Type
BMWWBX Premium
City MPGHighway MPGCO2 emissions
17 MPG24 - 25 MPG444.35 g/mile
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Sub-models: - 325xi Sport Wagon -

Frequently Asked Questions
  • What is the MPG of a 2003 BMW 325xi?
     - The 2003 BMW 325xi has an EPA estimated city efficiency of 17 MPG and an estimated highway efficiency of 24 - 25 MPG.
  • What is the fuse box diagram for the 2003 BMW 325xi?
     - Fuse box diagrams for the 2003 BMW 325xi can be found here
  • What is the annual fuel cost for the 2003 BMW 325xi?
     - EPA estimated annual fuel cost for the 2003 BMW 325xi is $3300.
  • Where is the 2003 BMW 325xi produced?
     - The 2003 BMW 325xi is produced in Regensburg, Germany.
  • Are there recalls for the 2003 BMW 325xi?
     - There are 5 recall(s) for the 2003 BMW 325xi, additional information is below.
  • What is the GVWR of a 2003 BMW 325xi?
     - The 2003 BMW 325xi has a GVWR of Class 1C: 4,001 - 5,000 lb (1,814 - 2,268 kg) lbs.
  • How much horsepower does the 2003 BMW 325xi have?
     - The 2003 BMW 325xi 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 160288 [USA]: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

  • Recall 105883 [USA]: In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

  • Recall 104896 [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 96180 [USA]: In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking and potentially seriously injuring the passenger seat occupant or other occupants.

  • Recall 71043 [USA]: Intermittent light operation reduces the ability to warn other motorists of the driver's intentions. this could cause a vehicle crash without warning.

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NHTSA Submitted Mechanical & Emissions Details
  • Automatic (S5) 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive 325xi

    Description Data
    Engine cylinders6
    Engine displacement in liters2.5
    TransmissionAutomatic (S5)
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-6750
    Transmission descriptor; for information see the fueleconomy.gov details3MODE CLKUP
    Description Data
    Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 114.8755
    City mpg for fuel type 1,17
    Combined mpg for fuel type 1,20
    Engine cylinders6
    Engine displacement in liters2.5
    Drive axle type4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
    Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($)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 1,24
    Vehicle record id18470
    4 door luggage volume (cubic feet)11
    Model name (carline)325xi
    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 (S5)
    Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 121.4
    Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 133.4
    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 CLKUP
    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 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive 325xi

    Description Data
    Engine cylinders6
    Engine displacement in liters2.5
    TransmissionManual 5-spd
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-6750
    Description Data
    Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 114.8755
    City mpg for fuel type 1,17
    Combined mpg for fuel type 1,20
    Engine cylinders6
    Engine displacement in liters2.5
    Drive axle type4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
    Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($)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 id18471
    4 door luggage volume (cubic feet)11
    Model name (carline)325xi
    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 121.6
    Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 134.7
    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
    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 (S5) 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive 325xi Sport Wagon

    Description Data
    Engine cylinders6
    Engine displacement in liters2.5
    TransmissionAutomatic (S5)
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-6750
    Transmission descriptor; for information see the fueleconomy.gov details3MODE CLKUP
    Description Data
    Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 114.8755
    City mpg for fuel type 1,17
    Combined mpg for fuel type 1,20
    Engine cylinders6
    Engine displacement in liters2.5
    Drive axle type4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
    Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($)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 1,24
    Vehicle record id18762
    4 door luggage volume (cubic feet)26
    Model name (carline)325xi 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 (S5)
    Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 121.4
    Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 133.4
    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 CLKUP
    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 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive 325xi 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 ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-6750
    Description Data
    Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 114.8755
    City mpg for fuel type 1,17
    Combined mpg for fuel type 1,20
    Engine cylinders6
    Engine displacement in liters2.5
    Drive axle type4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
    Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($)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 1,24
    Vehicle record id18763
    4 door luggage volume (cubic feet)26
    Model name (carline)325xi 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 121.1
    Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 133.7
    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
    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:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC: 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
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
Body ClassSedan/Saloon
Doors4
Engine Cylinders6
EngineHP184
EngineKW137.2088
Error Text0 - VIN decoded clean. Check Digit (9th position) is correct
Fuel Type PrimaryGasoline
GVWRClass 1C: 4,001 - 5,000 lb (1,814 - 2,268 kg)
MakeBMW
MakeID452
ManufacturerBMW AG
Manufacturer Id966
Model325xi
ModelID2765
Model Year2003
NCSA Body Type4-door sedan, hardtop
NCSA MakeBMW
NCSA Model3-series
NoteModel Code: 0347,Shipping Weight Std.=3461 Auto.=3527 ,GVWR Std. = 4520 ,Auto. = 4586 GAWRRear = 2469 ,Service Load = 1058 ,Length w/ bumpers = 176 ,Width = 68.5 ,Height = 56.5 ,Track Front = 57.9 ,Track Rear = 58.3
Plant CityREGENSBURG
Plant CountryGERMANY
VINWBAEU33453PH88649
Vehicle TypePASSENGER CAR
Wheel Base Short107.3
Vehicle Documentation
[pdf] User Manual Owner's Manual Instructions
handbook book Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 156 802 © 09 02 BMW AG Vehicle Owner 39 s Manual Linquist Please take the time to read this and familiarize yourself with information that we have compiled you before starting off in your new manual contains important data instructions intended assist obtaining maximum satisfaction from unique array of advanced technical fea tures It also on vehicle maintenance designed enhance Page 1 Saturday July 27 2002 36 PM 325i 325xi 2003 Owners E462003iT 1n95ak40ixjx3hoskc4fetsg wpengine netdna ssl 2020 07 linquist net system files
Owner s Manual for Vehicle Contents A-Z Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 156 802 - 09/02 BMW AG 325i 325xi Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 156 802 - 09/02 BMW AG Congratulations, and thank you for choosing a BMW. Thorough familiarity with your vehicle will provide you with enhanced co...
lang:en score:39 filesize: 4.29 M page_count: 166 document date: 2002-07-27
[pdf] User Manual Owner's Manual Instructions
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Owner s Manual for Vehicle Contents A-Z Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 156 804 - 09/02 BMW AG 320i 325i 325xi 330i 330xi Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 156 804 - 09/02 BMW AG Congratulations, and thank you for choosing a BMW. Thorough familiarity with your vehicle will provide you ...
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[pdf] User Manual Owner's Manual Reference Guide Specifications Dimension Guide Guide Application Guide
2014 Cat® Batteries Cross Reference Guide Users should consult the most current edition of this application guide and their owner s manual The marketer manufacturer expressly deny any responsibility for CM20161005 25267 29155 caterpillar scene7 is content Caterpillar
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lang:en score:34 filesize: 26.47 M page_count: 373 document date: 2015-09-25
[pdf]
197236 nhtsa gov filebrowser
Docket: 01-022N1 I-B Friday August 22,2003 Comment Number __ __ __ __ __ __ __ Date Received __ _ ... FRICA SEQUENTIAI, PRODUCTION NUMBER To be assigned by Manufacturer. Date: September, 2002 Filename: 2003 325xi 4dr Sedan.doc Decipherment of BMW VIN s According to Part 565 Table for BMW 325xi Spor...
lang:en score:19 filesize: 969.36 K page_count: 33 document date: 2003-08-28
Most Recent Consumer Complaints and Accidents
CrashFireTowedInjuredDeathsFailure
Date
NoNoN NoneNone20180220

Drivers door lock does not unlock with key, or with remote. Other three doors do.

NoNoN NoneNone20180119

Thank you very much jo what i did take care of the airbag or

NoNoN NoneNone20171207

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 bmw 325xi. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign numbers: 14v428000 and 15v318000 (air bags). The parts to do the repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. Weatherford bmw of berkeley (735 ashby ave, berkeley, ca 94710) was contacted and confirmed that the parts were not available for the recall remedy. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available.

NoNoN NoneNone20170807

This recall on the airbags in my bmw is affecting how i get to work everyday, i don't dare to drive my car to work so i am reliying on others to get me to work and i am often late to work because of this, which is getting me in trouble at my job. I am at risk of losing my job at this point.

NoNoN NoneNone20160307

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 bmw 325xi. The contact stated that the air bag warning light illuminated. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 14v428000 (air bags) however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown. Parts distribution disconnect.

NoNoN NoneNone20160107

Driving the car the front driver wheel axial system fell off where the ball bearing held the wheel on 3/4" ball bearings fell off the car, and the other side was ready to fall apart as well i was driving and as i turned into the auto shop driveway the wheel fell apart good thing my teenage daughter was not driving it on the highway or expressway.

NoNoN NoneNone20150730

Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2003 bmw 325xi. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 15v318000 (air bags); however, the parts to do the repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not notified of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.

NoNoN NoneNone20150719

Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2003 bmw 325xi. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 15v318000 (air bags); however, the parts to do the recall repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not notified of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available.

NoNoN NoneNone20150716

Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2003 bmw 325xi. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 15v318000 (air bags); however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was notified of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.

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