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2021 BMW 330I

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2021 BMW 330I
RENDERED 2026-08-02T13:43:26.989Z

Only 28 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 28 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, BMW 330I Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2021 highlighted. 1999: 0 complaints 1999 2000: 0 complaints 2001: 116 complaints 2002: 45 complaints 2002 2003: 77 complaints 2004: 113 complaints 2005: 28 complaints 2005 2006: 219 complaints 2007: 0 complaints 2008: 0 complaints 2008 2009: 0 complaints 2010: 0 complaints 2011: 0 complaints 2011 2017: 41 complaints 2018: 32 complaints 2019: 38 complaints 2019 2020: 51 complaints 2021: 28 complaints 2021 2022: 6 complaints 2022 2023: 2 complaints 2024: 4 complaints 2025: 4 complaints 2025
2021: 28 complaints
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YearComplaints
19990
20000
2001116
200245
200377
2004113
200528
2006219
20070
20080
20090
20100
20110
201741
201832
201938
202051
202128
20226
20232
20244
20254

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 28 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

13 of 28 total reports mention: electrical system.

FIRE
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Engine Wiring is made of Soy products with attracts Rodents to feed and destroy the wiring.

NHTSA ODI report, 20220218

ENGINE

8 of 28 total reports mention: engine.

FIRE
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Engine Wiring is made of Soy products with attracts Rodents to feed and destroy the wiring.

NHTSA ODI report, 20220218

FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE

3 of 28 total reports mention: forward collision avoidance.

CRASH INJURY
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Going into a parking spot. Applied brakes, then the car did not brake, then it accelerated hitting a Jeep and finally stopped when the driver side front hit a parking barrier and then the air bags deployed.

NHTSA ODI report, 20250101

AIR BAGS

3 of 28 total reports mention: air bags.

CRASH INJURY
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Going into a parking spot. Applied brakes, then the car did not brake, then it accelerated hitting a Jeep and finally stopped when the driver side front hit a parking barrier and then the air bags deployed.

NHTSA ODI report, 20250101

SUSPENSION

2 of 28 total reports mention: suspension.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20210416 — back over prevention

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019-2021 X3 sDrive30i, X3 xDrive30i, X3 M40i, X3M, X4 xDrive30i, X4 M40i, M550i, X4M, X5 sDrive40i, X5 xDrive40i, X5 xDrive50i, X5M, X5 M50i, X7 xDrive40i, X7 xDrive50i, X7 M50i, Alpina XB7,...

Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rearview camera software and update it if necessary, free of charge. The recall began April 16, 2021. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Campaign 21V096000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20210625 — seat belts

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2021 330i, 330i xDrive, M340i, M3, and 330e xDrive vehicles. The bolt securing the seat belt assembly to the frame was not tightened to specification.

Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front seat belt buckle assembly connection and, if necessary, replace it, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 25, 2021.

Campaign 21V298000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20210903 — seat belts

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2021 2 Series (230i, 230i xDrive, M240i, M240i xDrive), 330e, 330e Xdrive, 4 Series Coupe (430i, 430i xDrive, M440i xDrive) M4 Coupe, M4 Competition Coupe, BMW 4 Series Convertible (430i, M440i),...

Remedy: Dealers will inspect the seat belt retractors (including the seat belts) and, if necessary, replace the retractors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 3, 2021.

Campaign 21V554000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20230522 — seats

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019-2021 330i, 330i xDrive, M340i xDrive, 2020-2021 X3 sDrive30i, X3 xDrive30i, X3 M40i, X3M, 2021 X3 xDrive30e, X4 xDrive30i, and X4M vehicles.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the seat frame and back rest, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 22, 2023. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Campaign 23V211000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20231012 — electrical system, seat belts

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019-2022 330i, 330i xDrive, M340i, 2022 430i Coupe, 2021-2022 430i, M440i Convertible, and 2020-2022 228i xDrive Gran Coupe vehicles.

Remedy: Dealers will update the receiver audio module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 12, 2023. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Campaign 23V584000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20260206 — electrical system

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019-2021 BMW 330i, 2019-2022 BMW Z4, 2020-2022 BMW 530i, X3, X4, Toyota Supra, 2021-2022 BMW 430i, 430i Convertible, and 2022 BMW 230i vehicles.

Remedy: Owners are advised to park their vehicles outside and away from structures until the remedy is complete. Dealers will replace the engine starter, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 6, 2026.

Campaign 25V636000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20260327 — electrical system

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Toyota Supra, 2022-2023 2 Series Coupe, 2021-2024 5 Series (xDrive), 2021-2022 Z4, 2022-2024 4 Series (Gran Coupe), 2021-2024 4 Series (Convertible and xDrive Convertible), 2021-2023 4...

Remedy: Dealers will replace the engine starter, free of charge. A letter informing owners of the safety risk was mailed on March 27, 2026. Owners will receive another letter once the remedy is available.

Campaign 26V056000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2021 BMW 330I — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (13 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine issues (8 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for forward collision avoidance issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 21V096000 (back over prevention) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 21V298000 (seat belts) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 21V554000 (seat belts) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 23V211000 (seats) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 23V584000 (electrical system, seat belts) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 25V636000 (electrical system) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 26V056000 (electrical system) has been completed.
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OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

▲ 2018 ▲ 2019 ▲ 2017

WORST YEARS

■ 2006 ■ 2001 ■ 2004

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FAQ

Is the 2021 BMW 330I 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 2021 BMW 330I?

The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 46% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2021 BMW 330I have?

7 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.