Model year guide

1987 BMW 325I

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 1987 BMW 325I is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 11 on record.

1987 BMW 325I — representative photo
Representative photo

1987 BMW 325I at a glance

Safety recallsNone
Owner complaints5

Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

1987 BMW 325I recalls 0

No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 1987 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.

1987 BMW 325I common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 5 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Seat Belts
Check that every belt latches, retracts and locks under a sharp tug, and that none are frayed.
Engine And Engine Cooling
Check coolant level and color, look for leaks, and confirm the engine reaches normal temperature without overheating.
Tires
Check tread depth, the DOT age date, and that all four tires match with even wear. Look for bulges or cracks.
Visibility
Test wipers, washers, defrosters and all mirrors. Check the windshield for cracks and any camera/sensor for fogging or faults.

Investigations & service bulletins

NHTSA defect investigations 1

MSTR CYL FAILS TO RELEASE Closed

NHTSA #EA90002 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · opened Oct 1989 · closed Oct 1990

An 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 2024

Source: 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.

1987 BMW 325I vehicles on record

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Other BMW 325I model years

2011 2010 2009 2008 2007 2006 2005 2004 2003 2002 2001 2000 1999 1998 1997 1995 1994 1993 1992 1991 1990 1989 1988 1986 1985

1987 BMW 325I — frequently asked questions

Does the 1987 BMW 325I have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists no safety-recall campaigns for the 1987 BMW 325I. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

What are the most common problems with the 1987 BMW 325I?

Across all 5 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are seat belts, engine and engine cooling, tires.

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.