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BMW 328i xDrive

Data refreshed July 19, 2026

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Complaints

3,946

Active records

Recalls

24

Active records

TSBs

391

Active records

Filing history

Monthly totals over the last 20 years. Click a legend item to show or hide that series.

Reported severity

Based on consumer complaints filed since 2000. Recalls and TSBs do not include severity data.

Deaths

1

Injuries

174

Crashes

187

Fires

175

Top reported issues — BMW 328i xDrive

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Operating state

864

Condition issue

833

Safety restraint issue

830

Reporting mechanism

735

Engine behavior

547

Thermal issue

501

Access/entry issue

383

Performance issue

305

Noise

228

Starting behavior

193

Lighting behavior

186

Fluid issue

175

Electrical issue

152

Smell

140

Safety restraint behavior

137

Transmission/drivetrain behavior

135

Vibration/harshness

128

Braking behavior

116

Steering behavior

116

HVAC behavior

57

Powering on/off behavior

54

Driver assistance issue

49

Recent change

27

Ride/handling behavior

21

Wiper/washer behavior

17

Infotainment behavior

14

Communication/network issue

2

Recent filings

The 10 most recent filings for each type.

2012 BMW 328I

Filed Jul 7, 2026


Engine oil pressure light came on and then the driver train malfunction light. Car at 113k miles and upon checking the timing chain was damage and now engine locked

2010 BMW 328I

Filed Jun 26, 2026


The vehicle constantly and increasingly exhibits the symptoms described in RECALL CAMPAIGN 13V-044: REPAIR BATTERY POSITIVE CABLE, dated XXX , i.e., various electrical malfunctions, including flickering of the instrument cluster, and brief loss of engine power. However, VIN [XXX] is NOT included in this campaign. It appears that the next possibility, even though deemed extremely isolated by the recall, is that the engine may shut off while driving, which leads to a loss of power steering…

2010 BMW 328I

Filed Jun 5, 2026


I am filing a formal complaint against BMW Seattle for violating federal recall remedy mandates under 49 U.S.C. Chapter 301. The vehicle was delivered for mandatory safety recall 23V-707 after an on-road mechanical shear of the covered VANOS bolts. The dealer has created illegal commercial barriers and failed to fully execute the federal remedy. First, the service department issued a written estimate for $4,405.67, claiming the CAS module and locks failed and required replacement to resolve a…

2015 BMW 328I

Filed Jun 1, 2026


On [XXX], my 2015 BMW 328i xDrive (VIN: [XXX] , N20 engine, 124,250 miles) suffered a catastrophic engine failure while in operation. Component/System Failed: The timing chain guides and oil pump drive chain module failed. The plastic timing chain guide broke apart inside the engine. The vehicle was salvaged and is no longer available for inspection. Safety Risk: The oil pressure warning illuminated suddenly while driving at highway speed with no prior warning. Sudden loss of oil pressure and…

2014 BMW 328I

Filed May 31, 2026


I was driving in the highway at 65MPH, I heard an audible tone. I looked at speedometer and had a message to to press unlock button to switch gears. Then my engine light came on and was steady. My car went into neutral while driving at 65 mph. Thank god I was able to pull to side. I tried to put back into drive or reverse and no response. It did allow me place in park. It would not start. I had it towed to a BMW service center and they said my engine failed internally.. while driving.

2015 BMW 328I

Filed May 27, 2026


i went online because i was having troubles with my vehicle battery alternator and other electronics , i found out other bmws with the same symptoms as my car led to having a bad footwell module , currently interior lights work when they want to if any constant battery dying from lights not turning off none of the parking sesnors work no back up camera the rear windows do not work some times the power mirrors work , i have had the vehicle tested with a new alternator and battery each window…

2015 BMW 328I

Filed May 14, 2026


Fire

I Was In My Vehicle Parked Up On January 1st 2026 And The Vehicle Caught On Fire While I Was Inside Of It,The Fire Started From The Right Side Of The Car And Flamed Up Everything,The Car Had A Check Engine Light On And A Lightning System Issue Was Popping Up On The Dash Right Before This Situation Accord I Did Research And Found That The Cause Of The Fire Is Related To NHTSA Recall 24V-608 (Water Pump/Connector Fire Risk).

2015 BMW 328I

Filed May 6, 2026


The contact owns a 2015 BMW 328I. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V608000 ( ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM). The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the message turn off engine and do not open hood was displayed on the instrument panel. The contact was able to pull to the side of the road and checked the water reservoir and noticed it was low. The contact filled up the reservoir with water and waited a few minutes. Afterward,…

2016 BMW 328I

Filed Apr 27, 2026


Parking brake retainer Clio failed in highway causing car to lose control in the highway.

2010 BMW 328I

Filed Apr 23, 2026


Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2010 BMW 328I. It was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a private sale. At the time of purchase, the vehicle mileage was 107,414. The contact stated that, while driving 25 MPH over a pothole, several systems in the vehicle unexpectedly reset; however, the speedometer had not reset. The contact stated that the vehicle had not been driven a whole lot. The mileage was reset to approximately 120,000 miles. The contact attempted…

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Updated July 19, 2026. Refreshed nightly.