BMW 328xi recalls and problems
9 recalls and 460 owner complaints for 11 model years. Pick your year for full details.
Recalls
9
Complaints
460
Crashes reported
20
Fires reported
40
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BMW 328xi by year
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 328xi | 2 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 328xi | 3 | 14 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| 2014 328xi | 4 | 17 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| 2013 328xi | 3 | 27 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| 2012 328xi | 5 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2011 328xi | 3 | 67 | 6 | 5 | 4 | 0 |
| 2010 328xi | 3 | 17 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 2009 328xi | 4 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2008 328xi | 3 | 99 | 1 | 18 | 4 | 0 |
| 2007 328xi | 4 | 198 | 6 | 11 | 4 | 0 |
| 2006 328xi | 3 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
Most reported BMW 328xi problems
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 146 | |
| Engine | 110 | |
| Air Bags | 96 | |
| Unknown or Other | 41 | |
| Power Train | 34 | |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 34 | |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages | 29 | |
| Steering | 28 | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 24 | |
| Structure | 19 |
All BMW 328xi recalls
| Recall | Date | Years | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26V-733 | Nov 4, 2026 | 2012–2016 | Park outsideElectrical System, Engine and Engine Cooling | BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2012-2016 3 Series, 5 Series, Z4, 2012-2015 X1, 2013-2017 X3, 2015-2016 4 Series Gran Coupe, 2 Series Convertible, 2014-2016 328xi Gran Turismo, 2 Series Coupe, 4… |
| 24V-608 | Aug 13, 2024 | 2012–2016 | Electrical System, Engine and Engine Cooling | BMW of North America, LLC. |
| 24V-513 | Jul 3, 2024 | 2006–2012 | Air Bags | BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2006-2011 3 Series Sedan (324i, 325i, 325xi, 328i, 328xi, 330i, 330xi, 335i, 335xi), 2006-2012 3 Series Sportswagon (325xi, 328i, 328xi), and 2009-2011 3 Series Sedan… |
| 20V-017 | Jan 15, 2020 | 2006–2012 | Air Bags | BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2008-2013 128i and 135i Convertibles, 128i, 135i, and M Coupes, 2007-2010 X3 30si and X3 xDrive30i, 2013-2015 X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i and X1 xDrive35i, 2007-2013… |
| 19V-472 | Jun 19, 2019 | 2009 | Electrical System | BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2009 328i and 328xi, 2009-2011 335d, 2008-2012 M3 Coupe and M3 Convertible, and 2008-2011 M3 Sedan vehicles. |
| 17V-676 | Oct 25, 2017 | 2006–2011 | Electrical System | 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. |
| 15V-520 | Aug 17, 2015 | 2012–2015 | Exterior Lighting | BMW North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2012-2015 320i, 320xi, 328i, 328xi, 335i, 335xi, and ActiveHybrid3 vehicles manufactured October 20, 2011, to June 22, 2015, 2014-2015 328xi Sports Wagon… |
| 15V-189 | Mar 31, 2015 | 2014 | Fuel System, Gasoline | BMW of North America LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2014 228i Coupe, M235i Coupe, 320i, 320xi, 328i, 328xi, 335i, 335xi, ActiveHybrid 3, 328xi Sports Wagon, 428i Coupe, 428xi Coupe, 435i Coupe, 435xi Coupe… |
| 13V-564 | Nov 12, 2013 | 2007 | Air Bags | BMW of North America LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2006 325i, 325xi, 330i, 330xi sedans and 325xi sports wagons, model year 2007 328i, 328xi, 335i, 335xi sedans and 328i and 328xi sports wagons, model year… |
Frequently asked questions
What is the worst year for the BMW 328xi?
By owner complaints to NHTSA, the 2007 BMW 328xi has the most reports (198). Check the 2007 page for the problems owners describe.
How many recalls does the BMW 328xi have?
NHTSA lists 9 safety recalls covering BMW 328xi model years 2006–2016.
What are the most common BMW 328xi problems?
Owners report electrical system, engine, air bags problems most often.