BMW 328i: known issues clusters
All rows for this model in the Known Issues clusters dataset, newest model year first. Each year links to its consumer page, which shows the same records with context.
| rows | 30 |
|---|---|
| model years | 2011–2015 (5) |
| data through | 2026-09-20 |
| method | /data/methodology#known-issues |
| license | CC BY 4.0 (derived) |
Vehicle pages
Rows
| year | cluster_id | label | component_code | complaint_count | date_range | source_complaint_count | reviewed_at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | bmw-328i-2015-timing-chain-failure | Timing chain guide failure causing engine seizure | ENGINE | 5 | 2022-09 → 2026-06 | 124 | 2026-08-26 |
| 2015 | bmw-328i-2015-parking-brake-bracket | Parking brake cable bracket failure | SERVICE BRAKES | 5 | 2020-08 → 2026-02 | 124 | 2026-08-26 |
| 2015 | bmw-328i-2015-door-lock-latch-failure | Interior door lock and latch failure | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 6 | 2018-07 → 2025-10 | 124 | 2026-08-26 |
| 2015 | bmw-328i-2015-sunroof-shattering | Sunroof spontaneous shattering while driving | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 5 | 2016-07 → 2023-02 | 124 | 2026-08-26 |
| 2015 | bmw-328i-2015-taillight-wiring-failure | Taillight and turn signal wiring failure | EXTERIOR LIGHTING | 6 | 2018-10 → 2025-09 | 124 | 2026-08-26 |
| 2015 | bmw-328i-2015-coolant-pump-recall | Engine coolant pump failure under recall 24V-608 | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 48 | 2024-08 → 2026-07 | 124 | 2026-08-26 |
| 2015 | bmw-328i-2015-drivetrain-malfunction | Drivetrain malfunction warning with sudden power loss | POWER TRAIN | 9 | 2016-08 → 2023-11 | 124 | 2026-08-26 |
| 2014 | bmw-328i-2014-door-handle-failure | Interior door handle fails to unlock door | STRUCTURE | 6 | 2017-06 → 2023-10 | 151 | 2026-09-07 |
| 2014 | bmw-328i-2014-coolant-pump-overheating | Engine coolant pump failure and overheating | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 42 | 2024-09 → 2026-07 | 151 | 2026-09-07 |
| 2014 | bmw-328i-2014-brake-power-loss | Loss of brake power assist during braking | SERVICE BRAKES | 7 | 2014-09 → 2020-04 | 151 | 2026-09-07 |
| 2014 | bmw-328i-2014-timing-chain-failure | Timing chain guide failure causing engine damage | ENGINE | 8 | 2020-02 → 2026-03 | 151 | 2026-09-07 |
| 2014 | bmw-328i-2014-airbag-non-deployment | Airbag non-deployment in collision | AIR BAGS | 7 | 2014-11 → 2025-02 | 151 | 2026-09-07 |
| 2014 | bmw-328i-2014-taillight-wiring-melt | Melted rear brake and turn signal wiring connector | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, EXTERIOR LIGHTING | 8 | 2018-12 → 2025-08 | 151 | 2026-09-07 |
| 2014 | bmw-328i-2014-fuel-pump-stall | Fuel pump failure causing stall | FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | 8 | 2015-01 → 2025-06 | 151 | 2026-09-07 |
| 2013 | 328i-2013-timing-chain-failure | Timing chain guide and oil pump chain failure | POWER TRAIN, ENGINE | 40 | 2018-07 → 2026-03 | 288 | 2026-08-19 |
| 2013 | 328i-2013-fuel-tank-leak | Fuel tank and fuel line leak | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | 5 | 2020-01 → 2026-01 | 288 | 2026-08-19 |
| 2013 | 328i-2013-water-pump-recall-delay | Engine coolant pump connector recall delay | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 46 | 2024-09 → 2025-12 | 288 | 2026-08-19 |
| 2013 | 328i-2013-passenger-airbag-sensor | Passenger seat occupancy sensor airbag fault | AIR BAGS | 10 | 2018-07 → 2025-09 | 288 | 2026-08-19 |
| 2013 | 328i-2013-turbo-oil-line-smoke | Turbocharger oil supply line smoke at cold start | ENGINE | 8 | 2019-08 → 2024-05 | 288 | 2026-08-19 |
| 2013 | 328i-2013-door-lock-actuator-failure | Interior door handle and lock actuator failure | STRUCTURE | 9 | 2018-11 → 2023-11 | 288 | 2026-08-19 |
| 2013 | 328i-2013-power-steering-failure | Power steering assist failure and steering effort warning | STEERING | 6 | 2018-02 → 2020-12 | 288 | 2026-08-19 |
| 2012 | bmw-328i-2012-timing-chain-vanos-failure | Timing chain and VANOS bolt failure causing engine stall | ENGINE | 27 | 2013-06 → 2026-07 | 144 | 2026-09-09 |
| 2012 | bmw-328i-2012-overheating-water-pump-recall | Engine overheating with water pump recall parts unavailable | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 16 | 2022-05 → 2025-07 | 144 | 2026-09-09 |
| 2012 | bmw-328i-2012-fuel-pump-failure-stall | Fuel pump failure causing unexpected engine stall | FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | 10 | 2014-12 → 2024-03 | 144 | 2026-09-09 |
| 2012 | bmw-328i-2012-takata-airbag-recall-parts | Takata airbag recall parts unavailable for extended period | AIR BAGS | 14 | 2016-04 → 2017-12 | 144 | 2026-09-09 |
| 2012 | bmw-328i-2012-passenger-occupancy-sensor | Passenger seat occupancy sensor malfunction | AIR BAGS, SEAT BELTS, SEATS | 11 | 2012-11 → 2023-10 | 144 | 2026-09-09 |
| 2012 | bmw-328i-2012-power-steering-loss | Loss of power steering assist while driving | STEERING | 4 | 2012-11 → 2018-05 | 144 | 2026-09-09 |
| 2011 | bmw-328i-2011-recall-remedy-delayed | Recall remedy delayed due to unavailable parts | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 93 | 2023-01 → 2026-01 | 680 | 2026-09-03 |
| 2011 | bmw-328i-2011-frm-module-failure | Footwell (FRM/RDC) module failure, loss of lights | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 6 | 2023-07 → 2025-11 | 680 | 2026-09-03 |
| 2011 | bmw-328i-2011-vanos-solenoid-stall | VANOS solenoid bolt failure causing engine stall | ENGINE | 101 | 2023-01 → 2026-08 | 680 | 2026-09-03 |
Representative quotes are in the CSV and JSON files (fields quote_1_odi … quote_3_text), and on each vehicle page.
Cite this
Derived data is CC BY 4.0. Link back to the page you used. Text and BibTeX below.
Wrench.Pro (2026). Known Issues clusters — BMW 328i [dataset]. https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw/328i
@misc{wrenchpro_known_issues_bmw_328i_2026,
author = {Wrench.Pro},
title = {Wrench.Pro Known Issues clusters: BMW 328i},
year = {2026},
howpublished = {\url{https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw/328i}},
note = {Derived from NHTSA public records. CC BY 4.0.}
}hub · known-issues · methodology · license · research (interpretation)