1986 BMW 325I
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 1986 BMW 325I is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 10 on record.
1986 BMW 325I at a glance
Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.
1986 BMW 325I recalls 0
No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 1986 BMW 325I.
Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.
Investigations & service bulletins
NHTSA defect investigations 1
MSTR CYL FAILS TO RELEASE Closed
NHTSA #EA90002 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · opened Oct 1989 · closed Oct 1990An investigation means NHTSA is examining a possible defect — it is not a recall, and many close without one.
Manufacturer service bulletins 1
Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered.
The basic conditions for initializing the power windows are not met.
Bulletin B510819 · Electrical System, Visibility · Jan 2024Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the 325I. Model-year data, not specific to one car.
About the BMW 325I
The BMW 3 series is a line of compact executive cars manufactured by the German automaker BMW since May 1975. It is the successor to the 02 series and has been produced in eight generations.
From Wikipedia, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Describes the model line in general, not this model year specifically.
1986 BMW 325I vehicles on record
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