MYRModel Year Report

2017 BMW 320I

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2017 BMW 320I
RENDERED 2026-08-02T13:43:53.876Z

Only 9 complaints on file — too few 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.

Only 9 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, BMW 320I Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2017 highlighted. 1980: 3 complaints 1980 1982: 1 complaints 2000: 0 complaints 2000 2001: 0 complaints 2002: 1 complaints 2002 2003: 0 complaints 2004: 1 complaints 2004 2005: 0 complaints 2012: 3 complaints 2012 2013: 9 complaints 2014: 51 complaints 2014 2015: 33 complaints 2016: 25 complaints 2016 2017: 9 complaints 2017 2018: 20 complaints 2018
2017: 9 complaints
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YearComplaints
19803
19821
20000
20010
20021
20030
20041
20050
20123
20139
201451
201533
201625
20179
201820

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 9 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

ENGINE

3 of 9 total reports mention: engine.

AIR BAGS

2 of 9 total reports mention: air bags.

CRASH INJURY
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On May 4th, at approximately 6:45 AM, I was driving in heavy rain at a speed under 65 miles per hour when my car hydroplaned and I lost control. This resulted in a significant accident.

NHTSA ODI report, 20240601

The brakes wouldn’t work and car kept going even though I tried to brake several times and with all my strength The car stopped when crashed another car and I was able to shut down the car but the brakes did not work.

NHTSA ODI report, 20220725

WHEELS

1 of 9 total reports mentions: wheels.

CRASH
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The brakes wouldn’t work and car kept going even though I tried to brake several times and with all my strength The car stopped when crashed another car and I was able to shut down the car but the brakes did not work.

NHTSA ODI report, 20220725

STEERING

1 of 9 total reports mentions: steering.

SERVICE BRAKES

1 of 9 total reports mentions: service brakes.

CRASH
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The brakes wouldn’t work and car kept going even though I tried to brake several times and with all my strength The car stopped when crashed another car and I was able to shut down the car but the brakes did not work.

NHTSA ODI report, 20220725

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

I 20210917 — EA (open)

Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2017 BMW 320I — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for engine issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for air bags issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for wheels issues (1 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2017 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 2017 BMW 320I?

The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2017 BMW 320I have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.