Is the 2012 BMW 328XI reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

How many recalls does the 2012 BMW 328XI have?

4 recalls on file for this model year.

2012 BMW 328XI

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2012 BMW 328XI
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:39:41.117Z

Only 1 complaint 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 1 complaint on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints: 1
Recalls: 4
Investigations: 0
Top problem: —

Complaints per year

2012: 1 complaint

View as data table

Year	Complaints
2005	0
2006	5
2007	198
2008	99
2009	11
2010	17
2011	67
2012	1
2013	27
2014	17
2015	14
2016	4

Known problem areas

No complaint components on file for this model year.

Safety timeline

4 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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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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2020-03-11Air bags20V017000 BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2008-2013 128i and 135i Convertibles, 128i, 135i, and M Coupes, 2007-2010 X3 30si and X3 xDrive30i, 2013-2015 X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i and X1 xDrive35i, 2007-2013 328i, 328i xDrive, 335i, 335is,...

Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver air bag. On X5 and X6 vehicles, only the inflator will be replaced. All repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began March 11, 2020.

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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.

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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

2012 BMW 328XI — pre-purchase inspection

Verify these recalls were completed

Recall 15V520000 · Exterior lighting
Recall 20V017000 · Air bags
Recall 24V513000 · Air bags
Recall 24V608000 · Electrical system, engine and engine cooling

FAQ

Is the 2012 BMW 328XI reliable?: There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
How many recalls does the 2012 BMW 328XI 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.