How many electrical system complaints does NHTSA have for the 2006 BMW 325i?

NHTSA lists 92 electrical system complaints for the 2006 325i, making up 18% of the 515 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for the 2006 BMW 325i electrical system?

Yes. Recall campaign 17V676000, reported in 2017, covers wiring and electrical connectors on 2006-2011 325i and related BMW models; BMW dealers replace the wiring and connectors free of charge.

Did the electrical problems cause fires or injuries?

NHTSA data for this complaint area shows 15 fires, 1 crash, and 3 injuries reported for the 2006 325i.

At what mileage do electrical failures typically show up?

The median mileage at failure for electrical system complaints on the 2006 325i is 84,000 miles.

Is the 2006 325i worse than other years for electrical complaints?

Complaint data shows 2006 had 92 electrical complaints (18% share) compared with 25 complaints (35% share) for 2005, while 2007-2012 show zero complaints in this area.

2006 BMW 325i Electrical System Problems

NHTSA lists 92 electrical system complaints for the 2006 BMW 325i, 18% of all 515 complaints that year, with 15 fires and 3 injuries reported. A related recall (campaign 17V676000) covers wiring and electrical connectors on this model year.

Electrical System complaints: 92; 18% of 515 complaints
All complaints this year: 515
Crashes reported: 1
Fires reported: 15
Injuries reported: 3
Median mileage: 84,000 mi
Related recalls: 1

Typical electrical symptoms owners report

Owners report smoke or fire starting from behind the dashboard or under the steering wheel, sometimes with cracked windshield glass and burned wiring.
Several complaints describe fires breaking out hours after the vehicle was parked and turned off, starting in the engine compartment or under the hood.
Some owners noticed a burning wire or burning plastic odor inside the cabin before a fire developed, in some cases after receiving the recall notice.
One report describes a fire starting near the trunk after the positive battery cable shorted and ignited nearby carpet.
A few complaints mention smoke or flames appearing from the glove box or from the dash area while the vehicle was in motion or shortly after parking.

When 2006 BMW 325i electrical complaints were filed

First complaint Apr 9, 2006, latest Apr 10, 2026.

92 complaints filed with NHTSA from 2006 Q2 to 2026 Q2; peak 2017 Q4 (6).

Electrical System recalls for the 2006 BMW 325i

NHTSA 17V676000Oct 25, 2017Electrical System702,965 vehicles
Electrical system:wiring
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2006-2011 323i, 325i, 325xi, 328i, 328xi, 330i, 330xi, 335i, 335xi and M3, 2007-2011 328i xDrive, 335i xDrive and 335is and 2009-2011 335d vehicles. The wiring and electrical connectors for the system that controls air flow for the heating and air conditioning system may overheat.
Risk: Wiring that overheats could cause the electrical connectors to melt, and increase the risk of a fire, even when the vehicle is unattended.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the wiring and electrical connectors, free of charge. Interim letters were mailed on November 27, 2017. Owners will receive a second notice when the remedy becomes available. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Electrical System complaints by 325i model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

200525 (35%)
200692 (18%)
20070 (0%)
20080 (0%)
20090 (0%)
20100 (0%)
20110 (0%)
20120 (0%)

Frequently asked questions

How many electrical system complaints does NHTSA have for the 2006 BMW 325i?: NHTSA lists 92 electrical system complaints for the 2006 325i, making up 18% of the 515 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2006 BMW 325i electrical system?: Yes. Recall campaign 17V676000, reported in 2017, covers wiring and electrical connectors on 2006-2011 325i and related BMW models; BMW dealers replace the wiring and connectors free of charge.
Did the electrical problems cause fires or injuries?: NHTSA data for this complaint area shows 15 fires, 1 crash, and 3 injuries reported for the 2006 325i.
At what mileage do electrical failures typically show up?: The median mileage at failure for electrical system complaints on the 2006 325i is 84,000 miles.
Is the 2006 325i worse than other years for electrical complaints?: Complaint data shows 2006 had 92 electrical complaints (18% share) compared with 25 complaints (35% share) for 2005, while 2007-2012 show zero complaints in this area.