2007 BMW 323I

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2007 BMW 323I
RENDERED 2026-11-01T14:45:52.372Z

Only 2 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 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

Complaints
2

Too few to rank

Recalls
2

Campaigns on file for 2007

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1985: 1 complaint 1985 1998: 16 complaints 1999: 136 complaints 1999 2000: 401 complaints 2001: 3 complaints 2001 2002: 0 complaints 2003: 0 complaints 2003 2004: 0 complaints 2005: 0 complaints 2005 2006: 0 complaints 2007: 2 complaints 2007 2 2008: 3 complaints 2009: 0 complaints 2009 2010: 1 complaint 2011: 1 complaint 2011
1985: 1 complaint 1985 1998: 16 complaints 1998 1999: 136 complaints 1999 2000: 401 complaints 2000 2001: 3 complaints 2001 2002: 0 complaints 2002 2003: 0 complaints 2003 2004: 0 complaints 2004 2005: 0 complaints 2005 2006: 0 complaints 2006 2007: 2 complaints 2007 2 2008: 3 complaints 2008 2009: 0 complaints 2009 2010: 1 complaint 2010 2011: 1 complaint 2011
1985: 1 complaint 1985 1998: 16 complaints 1998 1999: 136 complaints 1999 2000: 401 complaints 2000 2001: 3 complaints 2001 2002: 0 complaints 2002 2003: 0 complaints 2003 2004: 0 complaints 2004 2005: 0 complaints 2005 2006: 0 complaints 2006 2007: 2 complaints 2007 2 2008: 3 complaints 2008 2009: 0 complaints 2009 2010: 1 complaint 2010 2011: 1 complaint 2011

2007: 2 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19851
199816
1999136
2000401
20013
20020
20030
20040
20050
20060
20072
20083
20090
20101
20111

Known problem areas

Only 2 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Engine

1 of 2 total reports mentions: engine.

FIRE
Show complaint excerpts

My 2007 BMW 323I (Canadian version of the 328I) caught fire while it was completely stationary in a parking lot last summer. The car was mechanically and cosmetically pristine with no modifications at all other than a set of aftermarket wheels.

NHTSA ODI report, 2017-06-15

Also filed under Electrical system

Electrical system

1 of 2 total reports mentions: electrical system.

FIRE

Safety timeline

2 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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  1. R
    2018-06-29Electrical system17V676000 BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2006-2011 323i, 325i, 325xi, 328i, 328xi, 330i, 330xi, 335i, 335xi and M3, 2007-2011 328i xDrive, 335i xDrive and 335is and 2009-2011 335d vehicles.

    Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the wiring and electrical connectors, free of charge. Interim letters were mailed on November 27, 2017. Owners will receive a second notice when the remedy becomes available.

  2. R
    2024-08-30Air bags24V513000 BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2006-2011 3 Series Sedan (324i, 325i, 325xi, 328i, 328xi, 330i, 330xi, 335i, 335xi), 2006-2012 3 Series Sportswagon (325xi, 328i, 328xi), and 2009-2011 3 Series Sedan (335d) vehicles.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the driver's air bag module as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 30, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Buy-smart checklist

2007 BMW 323I — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Engine: 1 report on file for this year.
  • Electrical system: 1 report on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 17V676000 · Electrical system
  • Recall 24V513000 · Air bags

FAQ

Is the 2007 BMW 323I 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 2007 BMW 323I?
The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2007 BMW 323I have?
2 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.