2013 BMW 328XI
Only 27 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 27 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 27
- Recalls
- 2
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2013
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2013: 27 complaints
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
Only 27 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Power train
7 of 27 total reports mention: power train.
Engine
7 of 27 total reports mention: engine.
Show complaint excerpts
Timing chain stretch.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-03-02
Air bags
3 of 27 total reports mention: air bags.
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On December 1ST I was rearended at interstate speed (65 miles per hour) just prior to impact I had turned my steering wheel to the right to lessen the impact to the vehicle in front of me.
NHTSA ODI report, 2015-12-16
Also filed under Structure
Structure
2 of 27 total reports mention: structure, most commonly citing body.
Service brakes
2 of 27 total reports mention: service brakes.
Show complaint excerpts
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 BMW 328LI. The contact was approaching an intersection at 15 MPH when the e brakes failed. The contact subsequently crashed into the rear of another vehicle. There were no injuries.
NHTSA ODI report, 2014-02-03
Safety timeline
2 recalls · 1 investigation · 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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2021-09-17Engineering analysisOpen Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture
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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.
Buy-smart checklist
2013 BMW 328XI — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Power train: 7 reports on file for this year.
- Engine: 7 reports on file for this year.
- Air bags: 3 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 15V520000 · Exterior lighting
- Recall 24V608000 · Electrical system, engine and engine cooling
FAQ
- Is the 2013 BMW 328XI 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 2013 BMW 328XI?
- The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 26% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2013 BMW 328XI 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.