2018 BMW 330I
This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than 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.
- Complaints
- 32
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
- Engine
Campaigns on file for 2018
Opened by NHTSA
38% of complaints
Complaints per year
2018: 32 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1999 | 0 |
| 2000 | 0 |
| 2001 | 116 |
| 2002 | 45 |
| 2003 | 77 |
| 2004 | 113 |
| 2005 | 28 |
| 2006 | 219 |
| 2007 | 0 |
| 2008 | 0 |
| 2009 | 0 |
| 2010 | 0 |
| 2011 | 0 |
| 2017 | 42 |
| 2018 | 32 |
| 2019 | 41 |
| 2020 | 53 |
| 2021 | 29 |
| 2022 | 6 |
| 2023 | 4 |
| 2024 | 6 |
| 2025 | 6 |
| 2026 | 1 |
Known problem areas
Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.
Engine
38% · 12 reportsShow complaint excerpts
On January 19, 2022 I was driving and then smoked filled inside my car and the outside engine was smoking and a light came on that said check coolant. BMW service took me in that day and they said my coolant broke. They removed it and replaced it.
NHTSA ODI report, 2022-12-13
Also filed under Fuel/propulsion system
My oil filter housing failed at about 53,000 miles. While driving to work I got a low coolant warning and pulled over to see coolant dumping out of my car.
NHTSA ODI report, 2023-12-28
Fuel/propulsion system
13% · 4 reportsElectrical system
13% · 4 reportsMost commonly citing fluid/coolant.
Show complaint excerpts
While driving on the highway, my vehicle unexpectedly caught fire due to no fault of my own.
NHTSA ODI report, 2025-08-02
I smelt and saw smoke coming from the back of my vehicle. I pulled over on to the left side of [XXX] bound. Then, I jumped out of the car to check the truck. I didn't see anything, then i popped the hood and still did not see anything visible.
NHTSA ODI report, 2025-06-17
Vehicle speed control
6% · 2 reportsEngine and engine cooling
6% · 2 reportsSafety timeline
1 recall · 1 investigation · oldest first
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2018-09-06Engine and engine cooling18V465000 BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018 BMW 540d xDrive vehicles.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the crankshaft sensor, free of charge. The recall began September 6, 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
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2021-09-17Engineering analysisOpen Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture
Buy-smart checklist
2018 BMW 330I — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Engine: 12 reports on file for this year.
- Fuel/propulsion system: 4 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 4 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 18V465000 · Engine and engine cooling
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- Is the 2018 BMW 330I reliable?
- Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2018 BMW 330I is rated "better than typical".
- What are the most common problems with the 2018 BMW 330I?
- The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 38% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2018 BMW 330I have?
- 1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.