MYRModel Year Report

2018 BMW 320I

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2018 BMW 320I
RENDERED 2026-09-17T02:44:22.294Z

Only 21 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 21 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, 2018 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 2018: 21 complaints 2018
2018: 21 complaints
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YearComplaints
19803
19821
20000
20010
20021
20030
20041
20050
20123
20139
201451
201533
201625
20179
201821

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 21 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

7 of 21 total reports mention: electrical system.

CRASH INJURY
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Rattling noise we’ll driving and when going over 30 mph can lose control

NHTSA ODI report, 20230924

Also filed under ENGINE and POWER TRAIN

ENGINE

5 of 21 total reports mention: engine.

CRASH INJURY
AIR BAGS

5 of 21 total reports mention: air bags, most commonly citing occupant classification.

CRASH INJURY
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AIRBAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY IN SERIOUS ACCIDENT CAUSING INJURY. VEHICLE WAS TRAVELING WHEN STUCK IN FRONT LEFT BUMPER BY ANOTHER VEHICLE TRAVELING APPROXIMATELY 45-50 MPH

NHTSA ODI report, 20180317

POWER TRAIN

3 of 21 total reports mention: power train.

CRASH INJURY
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

3 of 21 total reports mention: fuel/propulsion system.

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

I 20210917 — EA (open)

Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2018 BMW 320I — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (7 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine issues (5 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for air bags issues (5 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2018 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 2018 BMW 320I?

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

How many recalls does the 2018 BMW 320I have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.