Bmw 325ix problems
The BMW E30 is the second generation of BMW 3 Series, which was produced from 1982 to 1994 and replaced the E21 3 Series. The model range included 2-door coupe and convertible body styles, as well as being the first 3 Series to be produced in 4-door sedan and wagon/estate body styles. It was powered by four-cylinder petrol, six-cylinder petrol and six-cylinder diesel engines, the latter a first for the 3 Series. The E30 325iX model was the first BMW to have all-wheel drive.
The first BMW M3 model was built on the E30 platform and was powered by the high-revving BMW S14 four-cylinder petrol engine, which produced 175 kW (235 bhp) in its final iteration. The BMW Z1 roadster was also based on the E30 platform. Following the launch of the E36 3 Series in 1990, the E30 began to be phased out.
Development
Development of the E30 3 Series began in July 1976, with styling being developed under chief designer Claus Luthe with exterior styling led by Boyke Boyer. In 1978, the final design was approved, with design freeze (cubing process) being completed in 1979. BMW's launch film for the E30 shows the design process including Computer-aided design (CAD), crash testing and wind-tunnel testing. The car was released at the end of November 1982.
Externally, the E30's appearance is very similar to twin headlight versions of its E21 predecessor, however there are various detail changes in styling to the E30. Major differences to the E21 include the interior and a revised suspension, the latter to reduce the oversteer for which the E21 was criticised.
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Common Bmw 325ix problems
The BMW 325iX is a car that has been praised for its performance and all-wheel-drive capabilities, but like any vehicle, it has its share of common problems. Here are some of the issues that BMW 325iX owners have reported:
- Power Loss: The 325iX uses a complex drivetrain that can rob the six-cylinder engine of significant power. While this isn't a problem for everyone, some owners have reported feeling that the car is underpowered, especially when compared to rear-wheel-drive models.
- Rear-End Collisions: The 325iX has a higher ride height than other E30 models, which can make it more susceptible to rear-end collisions. This is especially true in areas with a lot of snow and ice, where visibility can be limited.
- Timing Belt and Water Pump Failure: The M20 straight-six engine in the 325iX is an interference engine, which means that if the timing belt breaks, the pistons can hit the valves and cause serious damage. It's important to change the timing belt and water pump every 60,000 miles or every seven years to prevent this from happening.
- Stereo Issues: Some owners have reported problems with the stereo in their 325iX. For example, one owner reported that the Sony stereo in their car was working fine, but when they decided to change it, they found that it was toasted.
- Viscous Coupling Failure: The 325iX uses a viscous coupling in the center differential to distribute power to the front and rear wheels. Over time, these couplings can wear out and fail, which can cause a loss of grip and make the car less controllable.
While these problems can be frustrating for 325iX owners, it's important to remember that every car has its share of issues. With proper maintenance and care, many of these problems can be avoided or minimized.
What years are the 325ix BMW?
325i, 325is (1987-1991 only) 325ix (1988-1991 only)
What is the difference between the E30 and 325ix?
To accommodate all this, the 325iX bodyshell is fundamentally different to standard E30s in almost every aspect. From the outside, you can clearly distinguish the wider arches both front and rear, which are to accommodate the wider track that the iX employs. And there are differences underneath too.
How many E30 325ix were made?
BY MODEL
| MODEL | UNITS MANUFACTURED |
|---|---|
| 324td | 28,904 |
| 325e | 152,000 |
| 325i | 352,993 |
| 325ix | 34,862 |
How much horsepower does a E30 325ix have?
168 hp @ 5,800 rpm
Used 1991 BMW 3 Series 325iX - Specs & Features
| Engine | |
|---|---|
| Base engine size | 2.5 L |
| Cylinders | Inline 6 |
| Base engine type | Gas |
| Horsepower | 168 hp @ 5,800 rpm |
Percentage distribution of complaints by Bmw 325ix years
We have researched Bmw problems and analysed all the complaints filed against Bmw 325ix cars and compiled the top 2 most problematic Bmw 325ix model years:
Below you can see the percentage distribution of known problems by Bmw 325ix model years.
Distribution of the number of complaints by Bmw 325ix years
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Bmw 325ix car problems categorized by type of issue
After analysing all complaints related to Bmw 325ix , it was concluded that the most common issues with these cars are:
- Latches/locks/linkages problems
- Engine and engine cooling problems
- Power train problems
- Electrical system problems
- Suspension problems
The graph below shows statistics for all Bmw 325ix vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Distribution of the number of complaints with fire by 325ix model years
There were a total of 1 complaints that resulted in a fire. In the graph you can see the distribution of the number of complaints by model year.
The NHTSA has received 7 complaints about various vehicle components related to the Bmw 325ix . Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for Bmw 325ix vehicles.
List of Bmw 325ix complaints
Bmw 325ix 2001
- Date Of Incident: 2010-04-04
- Date Complaint: 2010-04-04
- VIN: WBAAW33451E
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
- Summary: IN VARYING TEMPERATURES THE ELECTRONIC DOOR LOCKS ON MY 2001 BMW 325IX FAIL TO WORK, RENDERING IT IMPOSSIBLE TO OPEN THE LOCKS ON THE THREE PASSENGER DOORS, EVEN MANUALLY FROM THE INSIDE. THE PROBLEM HAS GOTTEN PROGRESSIVELY WORSE OVER THE YEARS AND SEEMS TO INCREASE WHEN THE INTERIOR TEMPERATURE IN THE CAR GETS HOT (SUCH AS ON A SUNNY DAY AFTER SITTING). *TR
Bmw 325ix 2001
- Date Of Incident: 2007-08-28
- Date Complaint: 2007-09-07
- VIN: WBAAW33431E
- Components: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
- Summary: DUE TO THE MALFUNCTIONING OF THE ELECTRONIC FOR DOOR LOCKS, THE DOOR WILL NOT UNLOCK USING THE KEY PAD AND FROM THE CENTRAL CONSOLE LOCK BOTTOM FROM INSIDE THE CAR AND ALSO WITH THE MANUAL LOCK LEVER FROM INSIDE. BUT THE DRIVERS SIDE DOOR WILL UNLOCK USING THE KEY MANUALLY FROM OUTSIDE. ONCE THE CAR IS AUTO LOCKED AFTER IT STARTS MOVING, THE DOOR WILL NOT UNLOCK AND OPEN FROM INSIDE WITH THE MANUAL LEVER, EXCEPT THE DRIVER SIDE. THE CENTER COSOLE SWITCH WILL NOT UNLOCK ANY DOORS EXCEPT THE CARGO HATCH. MAIN SAFETY ISSUE IS AS FOLLOW: THE REAR SEAT AND FRONT RIGHT SIDE PASSENGERS CANNOT UNLOCK THEIR DOORS USING THE MANUAL LEVER ON THE DOOR. THIS CAN BE VERY DANGEROUS IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY. THIS FAILURE LOCKS THE OCCUPANTS OF THE CAR UNLESS THEY CRAWL TO THE DRIVER SIDE OR TO THE BACK CARGO DOOR. I HAVE NOT YET TAKEN THE CAR TO THE DEALERSHIP. BUT I THOUGHT BMW NEEDS TO FIX THIS ON ALL CARS BEFORE SOME ONE GETS TRAPPED IN THE CAR AND CANNOT GET OUT TO SAFETY OR ESCAPE FROM THE CAR, IF THEY NEED TO. THANKS SINCERELY AMIT R PATEL *TR
Bmw 325ix 2001
- Date Of Incident: 2007-08-16
- Date Complaint: 2007-08-28
- Fire: 1
- VIN: WBAAV33491E
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 BMW 330XI. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ENGINE FAN DOES NOT SHUT OFF AND HAS DRAINED THE BATTERY. THE BATTERY WAS REPLACED, BUT THE FAN STILL DOES NOT SHUT OFF WHEN THE VEHICLE IS TURNED OFF AND THE KEY IS REMOVED. HE TURNED THE VEHICLE OFF AND REMOVED THE KEY, BUT THE ENGINE FAN WAS STILL RUNNING AN HOUR LATER. THE CONTACT CURRENTLY DISCONNECTS THE FAN WHEN HE PARKS AND PLUGS IT BACK UP WHEN HE IS READY TO DRIVE THE VEHICLE. NHTSA RECALL NUMBER 01V206000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: COOLING SYSTEM FAN) DOES NOT APPLY TO HIS VIN. THE CURRENT AND FAILURE MILEAGES WERE 105,300. THE CONSUMER STATED THE VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE. HE NOTICED SMOJE COMING FROM THE ENGINE. UPDATED 09/26/07. *JB
Bmw 325ix 2001
- Date Of Incident: 2006-05-03
- Date Complaint: 2006-05-17
- VIN: WBAAV33451E
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: DEALER PERFORMING 60,000 MAINTENANCE CHECK ON 2001 BMW 325IX REPORTED THAT BOTH REAR SPRINGS WERE CRACKED. ALSO REPORTED THAT THEY HAD SEEN SIMILAR CRACKED SPRINGS ON A HALF DOZEN 3 SERIES CARS OF THE SAME VINTAGE (1999-2005) OVER THE LAST YEAR.*JB
Bmw 325ix 2001
- Date Of Incident: 2005-08-20
- Date Complaint: 2005-08-26
- VIN: WBAAV33451E
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: TO WHOM THIS MAY CONCERN: I OWN A BMW 325XI 2001 MANUAL. A MANUAL SHIFTER IS DESIGNED TO GO TO THE MIDDLE WHEN IT IS IN NEUTRAL. THIS PROBLEM I HAVE CAUSES THE STICK SHIFT TO GO TO THE RIGHT (NEAR FIFTH GEAR) AND STAY THERE. I WAS DRIVING THE CAR AND SHIFTED INTO THE WRONG GEAR BECAUSE OF THIS PROBLEM. I ALMOST BLEW THE ENGINE AND LOST CONTROL OF MY CAR. THIS IS A BIG SAFETY HAZARD. IF THE STICK SHIFT DOES NOT RETURN TO WHERE IT IS DESIGNED TO BE, THE DRIVE CAN GET CONFUSED RESULTING IN AN ACCIDENT. I HAVE DONE A LOT OF RESEARCH ONLINE AND I HAVE FOUND OVER 4000 COMPLAINS ABOUT THIS. I CHECKED FORUMS AND OTHER WEBSITES. THE DEALER INSTEAD OF REPLACING THE CORRECT PART (BUSHINGS) WANTS TO REPLACE THE WHOLE TRANSMISSION!!! WE ALL FEEL THAT NHTSA SHOULD STEP IN AND FORCE A RECALL. THE COMPANY IS NOT HELPING AT ALL! THEY WANT TO KEEP THIS IN THE DARK. THANKS FOR YOUR HELP. *JB
Bmw 325ix 2001
- Date Of Incident: 2001-09-09
- Date Complaint: 2001-09-10
- VIN: PLEASE ADD
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: WHILE DRIVING 55 TO 60 MPH CONSUMER SMELT SOMETHING BURNING IN VEHICLE. CONSUMER PULLED VEHICLE OFF THE ROAD AND TURNED OFF ENGINE ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON. CONSUMER LOOKED AT OWNER'S MANUAL, AND MANUEL STATED TO PULL VEHICLE OFF THE ROAD. THERE WAS A MALFUNCTION IN TRANSMISSION SYSTEM AT 172 MILES. CONTACTED DEALER, AND DEALER STATED LIGHT CAME ON SHOWING TRANSMISSION MALFUNCTIONED. *AK
Bmw 325ix 2001
- Date Of Incident: 2001-05-01
- Date Complaint: 2001-05-17
- VIN: WBAAV334X1E
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: WHILE ON THE HIGHWAY, CONSUMER STATES VEHICLE OVERHEATED, VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO DEALERSHIP AND CONSUMER WAS TOLD THAT MANUFACTURER WAS AWARE OF THE PROBLEM WITH THE FAN IN WHICH CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO OVERHEAT, CONSUMER WAS ALSO ADVISED THAT PART WAS ON BACK ORDER. *JB
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