MYRModel Year Report

2015 BMW 328I

● Typical for this model
2015 BMW 328I
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:40:42.054Z

This year's complaint volume is within 30% of this model's typical year.

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
125
Recalls
4

Campaigns on file for 2015

Investigations
1

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Electrical system

46% of complaints

Complaints per year

1996: 31 complaints 1996 1997: 25 complaints 1998: 26 complaints 1999: 98 complaints 1999 2000: 112 complaints 2001: 4 complaints 2002: 0 complaints 2002 2003: 0 complaints 2004: 0 complaints 2005: 0 complaints 2005 2006: 0 complaints 2007: 399 complaints 2008: 239 complaints 2008 2009: 193 complaints 2010: 155 complaints 2011: 577 complaints 2011 2012: 130 complaints 2013: 257 complaints 2014: 151 complaints 2015: 125 complaints 2015 125 2016: 57 complaints
1996: 31 complaints 1996 1997: 25 complaints 1998: 26 complaints 1998 1999: 98 complaints 2000: 112 complaints 2000 2001: 4 complaints 2002: 0 complaints 2002 2003: 0 complaints 2004: 0 complaints 2004 2005: 0 complaints 2006: 0 complaints 2006 2007: 399 complaints 2008: 239 complaints 2008 2009: 193 complaints 2010: 155 complaints 2010 2011: 577 complaints 2012: 130 complaints 2012 2013: 257 complaints 2014: 151 complaints 2015: 125 complaints 2015 125 2016: 57 complaints
1996: 31 complaints 1996 1997: 25 complaints 1997 1998: 26 complaints 1998 1999: 98 complaints 1999 2000: 112 complaints 2000 2001: 4 complaints 2001 2002: 0 complaints 2002 2003: 0 complaints 2003 2004: 0 complaints 2004 2005: 0 complaints 2005 2006: 0 complaints 2006 2007: 399 complaints 2007 2008: 239 complaints 2008 2009: 193 complaints 2009 2010: 155 complaints 2010 2011: 577 complaints 2011 2012: 130 complaints 2012 2013: 257 complaints 2013 2014: 151 complaints 2014 2015: 125 complaints 2015 125 2016: 57 complaints 2016

2015: 125 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
199631
199725
199826
199998
2000112
20014
20020
20030
20040
20050
20060
2007399
2008239
2009193
2010155
2011577
2012130
2013257
2014151
2015125
201657

Known problem areas

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

Electrical system

46% · 57 reports

Most commonly citing software and instrument cluster/panel.

FIRE
Show complaint excerpts

The contact owns a 2015 BMW 328I. The contact stated that while driving at 40 MPH, the vehicle caught on fire. The fire originated in the engine compartment. There were no warning lights illuminated. The driver was able to extinguish the fire.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-16

Also filed under Engine and engine cooling

Engine and engine cooling

34% · 42 reports

Most commonly citing cooling system.

CRASHFIREINJURY
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The contact owns a 2015 BMW 328I. The contact stated while driving at approximately 70 MPH, the vehicle shuddered and made an abnormal sound that worsened over time.

NHTSA ODI report, 2024-09-30

Engine

18% · 23 reports
FIRE
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The contact owned a 2015 Bmw 328i. The contact stated that while parked, the vehicle had caught on fire. The origin of the fire was unknown. The fire was in the engine area. The contact used a water hose to extinguish the fire.

NHTSA ODI report, 2023-09-13

The engine intake tract, PCV infrastructure, and the main lower engine wiring harness loom failed due to improper reassembly during Federal Safety Recall 24V-608.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-17

Fuel/propulsion system

12% · 15 reports
CRASHFIREINJURY
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On XXX, while driving on Interstate XXX with my family near [XXX], the engine shut off and the vehicle lost all power. The event was preceded by a "Reduced Power" error displayed on the dashboard.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-08-05

Power train

10% · 13 reports
FIRE

Safety timeline

4 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first

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  1. R
    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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  2. I
    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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  4. R
    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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  5. R
    2025-03-28Electrical system, engine and engine cooling24V608000 BMW of North America, LLC.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the water pump and plug connector as necessary, and install a protective shield, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 28, 2025. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

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Buy-smart checklist

2015 BMW 328I — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Electrical system: 57 reports on file for this year.
  • Engine and engine cooling: 42 reports on file for this year.
  • Engine: 23 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 15V520000 · Exterior lighting
  • Recall 24V527000 · Air bags
  • Recall 24V288000 · Air bags
  • Recall 24V608000 · Electrical system, engine and engine cooling
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FAQ

Is the 2015 BMW 328I reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2015 BMW 328I is rated "typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2015 BMW 328I?
The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 46% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2015 BMW 328I have?
4 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.