BMW E34 5 Series, MY1994–95
1994–1995 · 5 Series (E34), MY1994–95 · M50, M60 V8
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Models and engines by year
| Model | US model years | Engine |
|---|---|---|
| 525i / 525iT | 1994–1995 | M50 |
| 530i / 530iT | 1994–1995 | M60 V8 |
| 540i | 1994–1995 | M60 V8 |
US-market models. Chassis codes: E34. Not sure which one you have? The VIN check decodes year, model and engine.
Bulletins and recalls by year
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| Year | Service bulletins | NHTSA recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 2 | 0 |
| 2009 | 3 | 0 |
| 2010 | 2 | 0 |
| 2011 | 1 | 0 |
| 2012 | 4 | 0 |
| 2017 | 1 | 0 |
| 2022 | 1 | 0 |
| 2023 | 1 | 0 |
| 2024 | 1 | 0 |
Counted by the year BMW filed each document with NHTSA; each chart has its own scale. More filings in a year doesn't by itself mean a less reliable car.
Repair prices for the E34
No estimate for this chassis yet. Request a price below and we'll add the jobs owners ask about most.
E34 factory tire sizes
Original-equipment sizes by trim and wheel package, from the fitment listings linked in each row. Front and rear differ on staggered setups. Rows marked verified appear in both tiresize.com's and Michelin's fitment lists for that model. Pressures and run-flat are shown only where a BMW owner's manual table covers that trim and year; star marking isn't confirmed yet. Your door-jamb placard has the pressures for your car. Pick your year and trim.
| Trim | Years | Front | Rear | Pressure F/R (psi) | Shop this size | Sources |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 525i Base Model | 1994–1995 | 205/65R15 | 205/65R15 | Not confirmed | Shop 205/65R15 at Mavis | Show sourcestiresize.com |
| 525i Touring | 1994–1995 | 225/60R15 | 225/60R15 | Not confirmed | Shop 225/60R15 at Mavis | Show sourcestiresize.com |
| 530i Base Model | 1994–1995 | 225/60R15 | 225/60R15 | Not confirmed | Shop 225/60R15 at Mavis | Show sourcestiresize.com |
| 530i Touring | 1994–1995 | 225/60R15 | 225/60R15 | Not confirmed | Shop 225/60R15 at Mavis | Show sourcestiresize.com |
| 540i Base Model | 1994–1995 | 225/60R15 | 225/60R15 | Not confirmed | Shop 225/60R15 at Mavis | Show sourcestiresize.com |
| 540i M-Sport | 1995 | 235/45R17 | 235/45R17 | Not confirmed | Shop 235/45R17 at Mavis | Show sourcestiresize.com |
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Sizes checked 2026-10-20. Confirm against the tire placard in the driver's door jamb before buying. Tire prices and installation costs are in BMW tire replacement cost.
NHTSA safety recalls 0
No NHTSA recalls matched to this chassis in the 2010+ recall file.
Matched from NHTSA's public recall file by model and model year. A recall may cover only some cars from a year, and it may already have been done on yours. Check by VIN →
Service bulletins on file 16
- SIB 66 24 19 Remote control is not detected BMW bulletin SI B66 24 19 for G01/G02/G05/G06 and other models (1994–2023): Remote control is not detected. Service bulletin · Sep 2022
- SIB 11 13 07 Turbo wastegate noise Turbo wastegate noise on BMW E60/E61/E90/E92 and other models (1992–2011); BMW explains the cause and the approved repair. Service bulletin · Jun 2012
- SIB 24 08 12 Transmission Intermittently Goes into Park During an MSA Engine Start Transmission fault codes on M52/M54/M60/M62/N20/N52/N54/N55/N57/N62/N63 engines (1994–2013); BMW released a software update. Service bulletin · Dec 2012
- SIB 12 04 05 Engine overheating Engine overheating on BMW E53/E60/E61/E83 and other models (1992–2006); BMW gives an inspection and repair procedure. Service bulletin · Nov 2010
- SIB 37 01 09 Control module fault codes Control module fault codes on BMW E34/E39/E60/E61 models (1994–2008); BMW gives an inspection and repair procedure. Service bulletin · Apr 2010
- SIB 11 01 07 Crankcase ventilation leak Crankcase ventilation leak on BMW E34/E38/E39/E53 and other models (1994–2006); BMW explains the cause and the approved repair. Service bulletin · Mar 2009
- SIB 12 02 09 EVAP system leak EVAP system leak on BMW E34/E38/E39/E53 and other models (1994–2008); BMW gives an inspection and repair procedure. Service bulletin · May 2009
- SIB 12 01 08 Throttle fault codes Throttle fault codes on N52 engines (1992–2005); BMW explains the cause and the approved repair. Service bulletin · Jan 2008
- SIB 51 08 19 Window initialization requirements Power window service information on BMW G01/G02/G05/G06 and other models (1991–2024); BMW explains the cause and the approved repair. Service bulletin · Jan 2024
- SIB 66 05 23 Adcam camera-based assistance system limits Camera service information on BMW G05/G06/G07/E34 and other models (1994–2024); BMW explains the cause and the approved repair. Service bulletin · Oct 2023
BMW service bulletins and warranty extensions filed with NHTSA that list the E34. Showing the 10 most relevant; see the E34 common problems page for the most frequent bulletin topics.
Common problems & maintenance
E34 buyer's guide → E34 common problems → E34 maintenance schedule →
Before you pay, check the VIN for recalls. Some failures are covered by a safety recall or a BMW warranty extension.
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