MYRModel Year Report

2011 BMW 328

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2011 BMW 328
RENDERED 2026-08-02T12:59:48.006Z

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 PER YEAR

Complaints per year, BMW 328 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2011 highlighted. 2006: 0 complaints 2006 2007: 9 complaints 2007 2008: 8 complaints 2008 2009: 11 complaints 2009 2010: 3 complaints 2010 2011: 37 complaints 2011 2012: 7 complaints 2012 2013: 10 complaints 2013
2011: 37 complaints
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YearComplaints
20060
20079
20088
200911
20103
201137
20127
201310

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

AIR BAGS 35%

35% of complaints: air bags — 13 distinct reports on file.

CRASH
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BMW 328/2011- POOR RAIN HANDLING & LACK OF AIRBAG(S) DEPLOYING IN CRASH WHERE CAR WAS TOTALED. I WAS DRIVING IN THE RAIN AND VISIBILITY WAS FINE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20110725

I RECEIVED NOTICE IN OCTOBER THAT THERE IS A RECALL HOWEVER THE BMW DEALERSHIP INFORMED ME THAT "YES THERE IS A RECALL BUT WE WILL NOT BE ORDERING PARTS UNTIL AFTER JAN 2018", WELL HOW SAFE AM I DRIVING THIS CAR.....THEY ACT LIKE IT IS NOT A...

NHTSA ODI report, 20171120

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 22%

22% of complaints: electrical system — 8 distinct reports on file.

FIRE
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I LEASED A VEHICLE FROM BMW ENCINITAS THAT HAD PREVIOUSLY BEEN USED BY THEM AS A LOANER VEHICLE ON 3/24/11.

NHTSA ODI report, 20110523

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 BMW 328. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 20 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO RESTART THE VEHICLE AFTER WAITING SOMETIME. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSIS.

NHTSA ODI report, 20130412

SEAT BELTS 11%

11% of complaints: seat belts — 4 distinct reports on file.

ENGINE 11%

11% of complaints: engine — 4 distinct reports on file.

EXTERIOR LIGHTING 8%

8% of complaints: exterior lighting — 3 distinct reports on file.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20161101 — air bags

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2008-2013 128i and 135i coupes and convertibles and 1 Series M coupes, 2006-2011 325i, 325xi, 328i, 328xi, 328i xDrive, 330i, 330xi, 335i, 335xi, 335i xDrive Sedans, 2009-2011 335d...

Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag module or inflator depending on the vehicle model, free of charge. The recall began March 9, 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Campaign 16V071000 — check if this car was fixed

I 20210917 — EA (open)

Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2011 BMW 328 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for air bags issues (13 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (8 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for seat belts issues (4 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 16V071000 (air bags) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2011 BMW 328 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 2011 BMW 328?

The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 35% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2011 BMW 328 have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

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