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2002 BMW 525I in Huntington Beach, CA
While driving and without warning the consumer had to drive a certain speed in order for the ajar indicator light or the alarm sound to come on, to let the consumer know the door or trunk was open. there was also no warning chime to let the...read more / reply »
2003 BMW 525I in Arcadia, CA
The seat belt warning chime has a malfunction, that results in the chime remaining on even if the seat belt has been fastened. this is caused by a programming issue when vehicle was manufactured and cannot be fix, per dealership.
2002 BMW 525I in Dunlap, IL
Took my 2002 bmw 525i to have its driver side rails replaced to bmw of peoria in illinois about 2 weeks ago. about 1 week later (around may 5) at a stop light a large allen type bolt fell and rolled to my feet. this bolt was to my lap seat ...
1990 BMW 525I in Raleigh, NC
While driving 30 mph the vehicles air bags deployed without warning.
1995 BMW 525I in El Dorado Hills, CA
The radiator was replaced due to a crack in the housing. the dealer diagnosed that the crack resulted from too much pressure in the cooling system. related recall 98v178000.
2003 BMW 525I in Alexandria, VA
Bought car new in april of 2001. since that time, driver side headlight (low beam) has burned out 3 times. do not know if this is a safety defect or not, but thought i would report it just in case.
2002 BMW 525I in East Hartford, CT
The passenger side air bag cover is coming on and off intermittenly. please provide additional information dealer is aware of the problem. ts
1991 BMW 525I in Arvada, CO
Tail lights do not stay on due to defective sockets. the plastic sockets have melted from the heat of the tail light bulbs and no longer hold the bulbs in properly. they blink on and off and sometimes stay off all together. dealer advise...
2001 BMW 525I in Menlo Park, CA
Odometer on vehicle is not reading speed correctly. contacted dealer, and the dealer was not willing to do anything.ak
2001 BMW 525I in Santa Barbara, CA
Re: bmw 525i wagon with sports package. caster in front wheels permanently maladjusted such that at about 8,000miles severe cupping is caused on inside of tire tread, resulting in major road noise and possible safety issue. only fix is to r...
1990 BMW 525I in Richmond, CA
While driving, coolant level warning light illuminated and consumer noticed white smoke coming from the rear of the vehicle, consumer found that water was in the oil due to a cracked head, consumer later received recall 98v178.
2002 BMW 525I in Los Angeles, CA
Gas gauge did not work. vehicle ran out of gas while indicator showed 1/8 of a tank. gas indicator light never came on to show that fuel was low. also, almost had an accident because vehicle stopped suddenly with no warning. fuel gauge...
1994 BMW 525I in East Haven, CT
Consumer's vehicle was having the same door lock/latch problem as stated in recall 94v219000. but this vehicle was not included in recall due to vin.
1994 BMW 525I in East Haven, CT
Consumer has same problem with coolant system as stated in recall 98v178000. but, this vehicle was not included in recall due to vin.
1995 BMW 525I in York, PA
The tightness in the air condition compressor caused the tensioner base plate and adjustable pulley to fail.
1990 BMW 525I in Phoenix, AZ
I realized my car was wrecked several times, it's a salvaged car, but sold as normal; therefore overpriced.
1990 BMW 525I in Honolulu, HI
Brake light failed no damage, dealer won't honor recall #96v111000.
1995 BMW 525I in York, PA
The tightness in the air condition compressor caused the tensioner base plate and adjustable pulley to fail.
1995 BMW 525I in Denver, CO
Consumer was trapped in vehicle because power door locks failed. dealership examined vehicle and determined that control module for lock system had to be replaced. consumer states that the engine would not turn over and the sunroof was a...
1995 BMW 525I in San Mateo, CA
Coolant system is not working properly. vehicle is overheating. when vehicle is in red plastic part, coolant system melts. contacted dealer, and dealer stated not under recall. the cooling system contains a plastic water pump, consumer sta...
2002 BMW 525I in Sharon, MA
While driving smelled rubber burning. then consumer noticed smoke coming from under the hood. she pulled over and shut off engine. ther ewa sno fire. consumer had cooling fan replaced 4 weeks ago. vehicle towed to dealer who determined ...
1999 BMW 525I in Malvern, PA
The driver's interior door handle, which is plastic, broke off in my hand without opening the door as i attempted to exit the vehicle. according to a bmw internet forum that i monitor, this is a very common problem for this model. this ev...
1995 BMW 525I in Granite Bay, CA
Car will sporadicly jerk out of first gear with no warning or reason. when situation occurs, auto will move a few feet and then jerk out of first gear leaving the car in dangerous situation. driver must reengage clutch, replace in first g...
1995 BMW 525I in Granite Bay, CA
Car will sporadicly jerk out of first gear with no warning or reason. when situation occurs, auto will move a few feet and then jerk out of first gear leaving the car in dangerous situation. driver must reengage clutch, replace in first g...
1995 BMW 525I in St. Joseph, MI
On several occasions we tried depressing the brake pedal, turning off the cruise control switch, and finally even turning off the ignition for several seconds. the cruise control maintained the preset speed of 70 mph. brake pedal pressure...
1995 BMW 525I in St. Joseph, MI
On several occasions we tried depressing the brake pedal, turning off the cruise control switch, and finally even turning off the ignition for several seconds. the cruise control maintained the preset speed of 70 mph. brake pedal pressure...
1995 BMW 525I in Brentwood, TN
Prior to recall notification (98v178000), consumer experienced cooling system failure, consumer then took vehicle to repair shop to have repairs performed, consumer requested reimbursment because failure had already occurred but was denied ...
1992 BMW 525I in Sterling, VA
Bmw has consistently had radiator problems / recalls - and claim my vehicle was not part of their recall - in which 370m vehicles were affected. nosafety defect.
2001 BMW 525I in Beverly Hi, CA
The consumer purchased vehicle based on information stated in brochure that the vehicle was installed with rear side airbags option which also included rear head protection airbag, it turns out only the sedan is equipped with the additional...
1989 BMW 525I in Plymouth, MA
1 year ago motor went into consumer's vehicle. it split radiator in the seam. consumer took recall 98v178000/ manufacturer's recall 98v178 into dealer to have repairs done. because of damages it couldn't be taken care off. the fai...
1995 BMW 525I in Newport Beach, CA
Seatbelt is jammed in full extended position - seatbelt will not retract and take in slack to provide firm fit for passenger.
1992 BMW 525I in Long Beach, CA
While traveling 65 mph noticed vibration. conusmer pulled vehicle, and noticed vehicle was riding on rim tire, tread separated. the whole tire peeled off and only the ruined rim was left.
1995 BMW 525I in Bristol, RI
I brought my car to a local garage because the srs light was on. the mechanic said bmw had a recall on the "airbag contact ring locking tab"and instructed me to go to a bmw dealership for assistance. because my car was no longer under wa...
1991 BMW 525I in Singer Island, FL
Consumer believes the vehicle is poor designed because in order to repair a broken headlight the dealer had to remone the entire grill resulting in excessive repair cost. nlm
1991 BMW 525I in Singer Island, FL
The cooling system fan clutch failed within 45,000 miles. nlm
1991 BMW 525I in Singer Island, FL
The door padding on both rear doors is separating. nlm
1991 BMW 525I in Singer Island, FL
The trunk appears to be closed and can still be unlocked with the trunk light on causing the battery to run down, which in turn upset the door lock program which is still having problems. nlm
1991 BMW 525I in Singer Island, FL
Three bmw batteries have failed within their warranty period. nlm
1992 BMW 525I in Detiot, MI
Water pump released the radiator cap. this malfunction caused vehicle to overheat. dealer will not cover problem under recall 98v178000.
1989 BMW 525I in Myrtle Beach, SC
Back end of the driver's side seat will not stay in place. pins that actuate the back of the seat broke and allowed the seat to twist. if the vehicle is stopped with force the seat may break and slamm consumer against dashboard. consume...
1993 BMW 525I in Bowie, MD
Received installation of recalled radiator cap at vob bmw in 9/27/99 (98v178000) that was supposed to keep the bmw cars from overheating which causes the engine to overheat and burnup. on 5/9/00 the temp was 95 degrees f, after running my ...
1993 BMW 525I in Bowie, MD
Received installation of recalled radiator cap at vob bmw in 9/27/99 (98v178000) that was supposed to keep the bmw cars from overheating which causes the engine to overheat and burnup. on 5/9/00 the temp was 95 degrees f, after running my ...
1993 BMW 525I in Bowie, MD
Received installation of recalled radiator cap at vob bmw in 9/27/99 (98v178000) that was supposed to keep the bmw cars from overheating which causes the engine to overheat and burnup. on 5/9/00 the temp was 95 degrees f, after running my ...
1993 BMW 525I in Bowie, MD
Received installation of recalled radiator cap at vob bmw in 9/27/99 (98v178000) that was supposed to keep the bmw cars from overheating which causes the engine to overheat and burnup. on 5/9/00 the temp was 95 degrees f, after running my ...
1993 BMW 525I in Columbus, OH
A malfunction or failure of a colling system component (thermostat, water pump or fan belt) caused the vehicle to overheat prior to recall notice 98v-178. nlm
1992 BMW 525I in Berkeley, CA
Key can be removed form the ignition switch while in any other gears. dealer notified. provide further details.
1992 BMW 525I in Torrance, CA
Vehicle experienced failure of the engine cooling system prior to recall notice (98v-178), owner replaced several components due to defect. mjs
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