BMW 330ci recalls and problems
7 recalls and 291 owner complaints for 7 model years. Pick your year for full details.
Recalls
7
Complaints
291
Crashes reported
17
Fires reported
9
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BMW 330ci by year
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 330ci | 2 | 34 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| 2005 330ci | 2 | 33 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2004 330ci | 2 | 77 | 6 | 1 | 6 | 0 |
| 2003 330ci | 3 | 18 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2002 330ci | 3 | 46 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 0 |
| 2001 330ci | 5 | 82 | 6 | 3 | 7 | 0 |
| 2000 330ci | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most reported BMW 330ci problems
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 132 | |
| Exterior Lighting | 33 | |
| Electrical System | 26 | |
| Power Train | 24 | |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 19 | |
| Structure | 16 | |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 13 | |
| Tires | 9 | |
| Engine | 8 | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 8 |
All BMW 330ci recalls
| Recall | Date | Years | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21V-401 | May 27, 2021 | 2000–2001 | Air Bags | BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2000-2001 BMW 3 Series (323Ci, 325Ci, 328Ci and 330Ci), 1999-2001 323i, 328i, 330i, 330xi, and 2000 323i, 328i stationwagon vehicles equipped with Non-Azide Driver air… |
| 20V-018 | Jan 15, 2020 | 2000–2006 | Do not driveAir Bags | BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2000-2005 323iT, 325iT, 325xiT, 320i, 323i, 325i, 325xi, 328i, 330i and 330xi and 2000-2006 323Ci, 325Ci, 328Ci, 330Ci, M3 Coupe, 323Cic, 325Cic, 330Cic, and M3… |
| 19V-853 | Nov 26, 2019 | 2000–2001 | Air Bags | BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 1999-2001 323i, 325i, 328i and 330i and 2000-2001 323Ci, 325Ci, 328Ci, 330Ci, 323iT, and 325iT vehicles equipped with Non-Azide Driver air bag Inflators (NADI)… |
| 15V-318 | May 28, 2015 | 2002–2006 | Do not driveAir Bags | BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2002-2005 325i, 325xi, 330i, and 330xi Sedans, and 325xi and 325i Sportswagons, 2002-2006 330Ci, 325Ci, and M3 Convertibles and 325i, 330i, and M3 Coupes… |
| 13V-172 | May 2, 2013 | 2002–2003 | Do not driveAir Bags | BMW is recalling certain model year 2002-2003 325i, 325xi, 330i, 330xi sedans; 325Ci and 330Ci coupes and convertibles; 325iT and 325xiT Sports Wagons; and M3 coupes and convertibles to address a safety defect in the… |
| 02V-138 | May 16, 2002 | 2001 | Engine and Engine Cooling | On certain passenger vehicles, the engine auxiliary/cooling fan operation, including variable speed, is electronically controlled. |
| 01V-206 | Jun 21, 2001 | 2001 | Engine and Engine Cooling | Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. |
Frequently asked questions
What is the worst year for the BMW 330ci?
By owner complaints to NHTSA, the 2001 BMW 330ci has the most reports (82). Check the 2001 page for the problems owners describe.
How many recalls does the BMW 330ci have?
NHTSA lists 7 safety recalls covering BMW 330ci model years 2000–2006.
What are the most common BMW 330ci problems?
Owners report air bags, exterior lighting, electrical system problems most often.