BMW 545i recall history and complaint patterns

Comprehensive recall and complaint data for the BMW 545i, sourced from official National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) records.

Last updated: 2025-12-22 (NHTSA data snapshot)

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At a Glance

Total Recalls 0

Total Complaints 198

Years Covered 2004–2005

Stats focus on model years from 1960 onwards. Earlier years appear in the detailed table below where data exists.

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Key Takeaways

A quick scan of where recalls and complaints concentrate for the BMW 545i, based on aggregated NHTSA counts and campaign metadata.

Coverage spans model years 2004–2005 with 0 recall campaigns and 198 complaints in NHTSA data.
Years with the most complaint volume: 2005 (121) and 2004 (77).
Most reported complaint areas (across all years): Air bags, Electrical system, Power train.
Complaints are not proof of a defect, but repeated themes can be useful signals when researching a used vehicle.
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Most Reported Issues

Across all model years, the most frequently reported areas for the BMW 545i in NHTSA complaint data are Air bags, Electrical system, Power train.

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Year-by-Year Overview

Each row shows how often this model appears in NHTSA recalls and consumer complaints for a given model year. These are counts of campaigns and complaints, not risk predictions.

Model Year	Recalls	Complaints	Details
2005	0	121	Complaints recorded; no recall campaigns issued. Top complaint areas: Air bags, Electrical system, Seat belts.
2004	0	77	Complaints recorded; no recall campaigns issued. Top complaint areas: Air bags, Electrical system, Engine.

What to Do Next

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If symptoms match common complaint themes, consider a mechanic inspection before purchase or long trips.

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