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2004 BMW 1 Series recalls and problems

There are no safety recalls for the 2004 BMW 1 Series, but owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA.

Recalls
0
Complaints
3
Crashes / fires
0 / 0
Injuries / deaths
0 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2004 BMW 1 Series vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2004 BMW 1 Series problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Air Bags1
Fuel/Propulsion System1
Visibility/Wiper1
Engine1
Steering1
Suspension1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 124,000 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2004 BMW 1 Series complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Engine · at 125,000 miles · reported Jan 11, 2018
The '04 bwm 545i has been leaking motor oil throughout the motor gasket and holes. The power steering is leaking holes connecting to the transmission is leaking and the reservoir stays low on fuild due to the issue I had to park the car in garage, is currently not being used because all of these issues not driveable
Fuel/Propulsion System · at 124,000 miles · reported Jun 3, 2016
Gas tank is not registering properly. Gauge shows needing fuel but gas comes out when you are pumping signifying that it is full. Also, pump to windshield wiper fluid is not working. Dealer refused to fix.
Air Bags · at 60,000 miles · reported Jun 6, 2014
The contact owns a 2004 bmw 5301. The contact stated that the air bag warning light remained illuminated. The dealer reset the air bag system however, the failure continued to occur. The manufacturer advised the contact that the VIN was not included in NHTSA campaign number 08v384000 (Air bags). The approximate failure mileage was 60,000. The current mileage was 61,000.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2004 BMW 1 Series have any recalls?

No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2004 BMW 1 Series as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.

What is the most common problem with the 2004 BMW 1 Series?

Owners report air bags problems most often (1 reports), followed by fuel/propulsion system (1). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 124,000 miles.

Are BMW recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized BMW dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.