MYRModel Year Report

2015 BMW 320I

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2015 BMW 320I
RENDERED 2026-11-01T15:51:53.993Z

Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

How is this computed?

Complaints
34
Recalls
3

Campaigns on file for 2015

Investigations
1

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Engine

32% of complaints

Complaints per year

1980: 3 complaints 1980 1982: 1 complaint 2000: 0 complaints 2000 2001: 0 complaints 2002: 1 complaint 2002 2003: 0 complaints 2004: 1 complaint 2004 2005: 0 complaints 2012: 3 complaints 2012 2013: 9 complaints 2014: 52 complaints 2015: 34 complaints 2015 34 2016: 25 complaints 2017: 9 complaints 2018: 21 complaints 2018
1980: 3 complaints 1980 1982: 1 complaint 1982 2000: 0 complaints 2000 2001: 0 complaints 2001 2002: 1 complaint 2002 2003: 0 complaints 2003 2004: 1 complaint 2004 2005: 0 complaints 2005 2012: 3 complaints 2012 2013: 9 complaints 2013 2014: 52 complaints 2014 2015: 34 complaints 2015 34 2016: 25 complaints 2016 2017: 9 complaints 2017 2018: 21 complaints 2018
1980: 3 complaints 1980 1982: 1 complaint 1982 2000: 0 complaints 2000 2001: 0 complaints 2001 2002: 1 complaint 2002 2003: 0 complaints 2003 2004: 1 complaint 2004 2005: 0 complaints 2005 2012: 3 complaints 2012 2013: 9 complaints 2013 2014: 52 complaints 2014 2015: 34 complaints 2015 34 2016: 25 complaints 2016 2017: 9 complaints 2017 2018: 21 complaints 2018

2015: 34 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19803
19821
20000
20010
20021
20030
20041
20050
20123
20139
201452
201534
201625
20179
201821

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Engine

32% · 11 reports
Show complaint excerpts

The contact owns a 2015 BMW 320I. The contact stated that on several occasions while driving at various speeds, the vehicle started overheating. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated.

NHTSA ODI report, 2023-09-21

Oil pump prematurely failed causing engine damage. Not being covered by manufacturer warranty. Manufacturer claims engine damage will be on the customer even though oil pump prematurely fails.

NHTSA ODI report, 2019-02-19

Bought a brand new BMW 320I I have had it for 45 days with 1548 miles on it. I was driving vehicle this morning driving posted speed limit of 70 MPH on highway.

NHTSA ODI report, 2015-11-17

Fuel/propulsion system

24% · 8 reports

Electrical system

15% · 5 reports
Show complaint excerpts

My car shut off on the highway due to my fuel pump delivery system . My gauge is not reading I have enough gas leading me to believe I had gas in my car until it completely shut off .

NHTSA ODI report, 2024-03-03

Exterior lighting

12% · 4 reports

Most commonly citing headlights.

Structure

9% · 3 reports

Most commonly citing body.

Safety timeline

3 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first

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    2015-10-07Exterior lighting15V520000 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 vehicles manufactured March 21,...

    Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will upload revised software to correct the issue, free of charge. The recall began on October 7, 2015. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or by email at CustomerRelations@bmwusa.com.

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    2021-09-17Engineering analysisOpen Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture
  3. R
    2024-09-06Air bags24V527000 BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2015 6 Series Gran Coupe, 2014 5 Series Gran Turismo, 2014 5 Series Sedan, 2015 6 Series Convertible, 2015 6 Series Coupe, 2014 X5, 2013-2014 X3, 2014-2015 3 Series Sedan, 2014 4 Series Coupe,...

    Remedy: The driver's front air bag will be replaced, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 6, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

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    2024-11-04Air bags24V288000 BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2014-2015 2 Series Coupe (228i, 228i xDrive, M235i), 3 Series Sedan (320i, 320i xDrive, 328i, 328i xDrive, 335i, 335i xDrive, M3, 328d, 328d xDrive), 4 Series Coupe (428i, 428i xDrive, 435i, 435i...

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the head air bags, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 4, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

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Buy-smart checklist

2015 BMW 320I — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Engine: 11 reports on file for this year.
  • Fuel/propulsion system: 8 reports on file for this year.
  • Electrical system: 5 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 15V520000 · Exterior lighting
  • Recall 24V527000 · Air bags
  • Recall 24V288000 · Air bags
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2015 BMW 320I reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2015 BMW 320I?
The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 32% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2015 BMW 320I have?
3 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.