MYRModel Year Report

2006 BMW 330CI

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2006 BMW 330CI
RENDERED 2026-11-01T17:03:34.816Z

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
34
Recalls
2

Campaigns on file for 2006

Investigations
3

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Air bags

76% of complaints

Complaints per year

2000: 1 complaint 2000 2001: 82 complaints 2001 2002: 46 complaints 2002 2003: 18 complaints 2003 2004: 77 complaints 2004 2005: 33 complaints 2005 2006: 34 complaints 2006 34
2000: 1 complaint 2000 2001: 82 complaints 2001 2002: 46 complaints 2002 2003: 18 complaints 2003 2004: 77 complaints 2004 2005: 33 complaints 2005 2006: 34 complaints 2006 34
2000: 1 complaint 2000 2001: 82 complaints 2001 2002: 46 complaints 2002 2003: 18 complaints 2003 2004: 77 complaints 2004 2005: 33 complaints 2005 2006: 34 complaints 2006 34

2006: 34 complaints

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YearComplaints
20001
200182
200246
200318
200477
200533
200634

Known problem areas

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

Air bags

76% · 26 reports

Most commonly citing frontal.

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Takata recall airbags in houston, Texas, on November 10, 2018, I was driving my 2006 BMW 330CI convertible, and when upon entering at 40 miles per hour an entrance ramp from tomball parkway onto beltway 8, I suddenly noticed a metal pole that was...

NHTSA ODI report, 2019-01-27

Vehicle was traveling south in the left hand lane on highway 101 in ventura California. Driver side door airbag deployed for no reason while vehicle was traveling at approximately 75MPH.

NHTSA ODI report, 2012-01-03

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 BMW 330CI. The contact stated that the recall notice for NHTSA campaign number: 14V42000 (Air bags) was received in November of 2014.

NHTSA ODI report, 2014-12-17

Exterior lighting

6% · 2 reports
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Headlights failing while driving. BMW used poor insulation inside headlight assemblies that degrade overtime and fail causing significant safety hazard.

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-01-10

Suspension

6% · 2 reports

Most commonly citing front.

Tires

3% · 1 report

Most commonly citing tread/belt.

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Tl*the contact owns a 2006 BMW 330CI. The vehicle has bridgestone turanza EL42, size P235/45R17 tires. The contact stated that he felt as if he was driving a 4X4 truck because the tires were becoming worn.

NHTSA ODI report, 2008-04-09

Structure

3% · 1 report

Most commonly citing door.

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Tl*the contact owns a 2006 BMW 330CI. The contact stated that in inclement weather conditions, such as rain or snow, water enters through the door sills and causes the doors to freeze shut.

NHTSA ODI report, 2007-09-14

Safety timeline

2 recalls · 3 investigations · oldest first

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  1. I
    2008-01-04Engineering analysisClosed 2008-12-31 BMW airbag light illumination
  2. I
    2014-06-11Preliminary evaluationClosed 2015-03-02 Air Bag Inflator Rupture
  3. I
    2015-02-24Engineering analysisOpen Air Bag Inflator Rupture
  4. R
    2016-08-19Air bags15V318000 BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2002-2005 325i, 325xi, 330i, and 330xi Sedans, and 325xi and 325i Sportswagons, 2002-2006 330Ci, 325Ci, and M3 Convertibles and 325i, 330i, and M3 Coupes, 2002-2003 M5, 540i, 525i...

    Remedy: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the vehicle has been remedied. BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front driver air bag module, free of charge. The recall began Aug 2016.

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  5. R
    2020-02-13Air bags20V018000 BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2000-2005 323iT, 325iT, 325xiT, 320i, 323i, 325i, 325xi, 328i, 330i and 330xi and 2000-2006 323Ci, 325Ci, 328Ci, 330Ci, M3 Coupe, 323Cic, 325Cic, 330Cic, and M3 Convertible vehicles equipped with...

    Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger's front air bag, free of charge. The recall began February 13, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

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Buy-smart checklist

2006 BMW 330CI — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Air bags: 26 reports on file for this year.
  • Exterior lighting: 2 reports on file for this year.
  • Suspension: 2 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 15V318000 · Air bags
  • Recall 20V018000 · Air bags
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2006 BMW 330CI 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 2006 BMW 330CI?
The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 76% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2006 BMW 330CI 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.