There are no safety recalls for the 2009 BMW 128i US, but owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA.
2009 BMW 128i US problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|
| Exterior Lighting | 2 | |
| Electrical System | 1 | |
| Structure | 1 | |
| Air Bags | 1 | |
| Unknown or Other | 1 | |
Most reported parts
- Structure › Body — 1
- Exterior Lighting › Brake Lights — 1
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 93,000 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 2009 BMW 128i US complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Unknown or Other · at 100,000 miles · reported Apr 9, 2019
Exterior heated mirrors with dimming have turned a dark brown color. After searching the internet I have discovered that this is a large problem with various models/years bmw's. I contacted the local bmw dealer and was told they have seen this problem often but bmw north america will not deal with it. I called bmw north america and was told by both a customer service and a supervisor that they do not consider the exterior mirrors a safety issue. (Katrina employee # 8936 and renzo employee # 7647.) it is impossible to drive with these defective mirrors and I have had to order replacement of the…
Structure · at 93,000 miles · reported Mar 21, 2016
The contact owns a 2009 bmw 128i us. The contact stated that the center rear brake light lens was detaching from the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the lens needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred seven times. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 93,000.
Electrical System · at 9,000 miles · reported Feb 8, 2011
The contact owns a 2009 bmw 128i. The contact stated that the passenger side taillights failed and toxic burning fumes were emitting into the interior cabin of the vehicle through the ventilation system. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who was unable to diagnose the failures but opted to place deodorant to the air conditioner as a remedy. Shortly afterward, the air conditioner failed. The dealer advised that one pound of freon had leaked that the valve would need replacing. The vehicle was repaired. After repairs, the contact stated that all of the lights on the instrument panel…
Exterior Lighting · at 6,000 miles · reported Jan 5, 2011
The contact owns a 2009 bmw 128i. The contact noticed that the rear tail lights were inoperable and due to the design he was unable to replace the bulb. The vehicle was taken to a dealer who was aware of the failure and stated that the entire rear tail light assembly needed to be replaced; however, there were no parts available in north america. The contact did not inform the manufacturer nor was the vehicle repaired. The current and failure mileages were approximately 6,000.
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2009 BMW 128i US have any recalls?
No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2009 BMW 128i US as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.
What is the most common problem with the 2009 BMW 128i US?
Owners report exterior lighting problems most often (2 reports), followed by electrical system (1). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 93,000 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.