2006 BMW 330XI
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.
- Complaints
- 104
- Recalls
- 6
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- Air bags
Campaigns on file for 2006
None on file
71% of complaints
Complaints per year
2006: 104 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1999 | 0 |
| 2000 | 0 |
| 2001 | 11 |
| 2002 | 20 |
| 2003 | 33 |
| 2004 | 13 |
| 2005 | 12 |
| 2006 | 104 |
| 2007 | 0 |
| 2008 | 0 |
| 2009 | 0 |
| 2010 | 0 |
| 2011 | 0 |
Known problem areas
Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.
Air bags
71% · 74 reportsMost commonly citing frontal and front passenger.
Show complaint excerpts
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 BMW 330XI. The contact stated that the air bag light remained illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the failure was located at the passenger front sensor mat.
NHTSA ODI report, 2012-05-25
My car displays exact symptoms of NHTSA campaign id number: 08V384000 which is a passenger seat mat sensor failure. I called BMW na to find out more about this recall and they told me my car is not part of the recall.
NHTSA ODI report, 2012-05-17
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 BMW 330XI. The contact stated that the air bag warning lamp illuminated on the instrumental panel.
NHTSA ODI report, 2011-07-14
Electrical system
17% · 18 reportsShow complaint excerpts
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 BMW 330XI. The contact noticed smoke under the hood, which entered the vehicle through the air vents.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-02-28
Also filed under Engine
The car began smoking near the port for the iphone charger on the dash (Lighter.) the portal was cold to the touch. After about more 20 yards the cockpit filled with smoke.
NHTSA ODI report, 2011-09-13
Seat belts
13% · 14 reportsSteering
8% · 8 reportsSeats
8% · 8 reportsSafety timeline
6 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2014-08-29Air bags13V564000 BMW of North America LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2006 325i, 325xi, 330i, 330xi sedans and 325xi sports wagons, model year 2007 328i, 328xi, 335i, 335xi sedans and 328i and 328xi sports…
Remedy: BMW will notify owners with an interim notification letter in January 2014 since parts are not currently available. When parts are available, BMW sent a second letter in August and dealers will…
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2017-09-01Air bags17V428000 BMW of North America, Inc. (BMW) is recalling certain 2006 325i, 325xi, 330i, 330xi, 525i, 525xi, 530i, 530xi, and 550i vehicles equipped with the Sport Seat option and certain 2006 525i, 525xi, 530i, 530xi, 550i vehicles with standard seats.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will repair the occupant detection mat to eliminate the possibility that it may crack, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began September 1, 2017.
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2018-06-29Electrical system17V676000 BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2006-2011 323i, 325i, 325xi, 328i, 328xi, 330i, 330xi, 335i, 335xi and M3, 2007-2011 328i xDrive, 335i xDrive and 335is and 2009-2011 335d vehicles.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the wiring and electrical connectors, free of charge. Interim letters were mailed on November 27, 2017. Owners will receive a second notice when the remedy becomes available.
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2019-05-30Engine and engine cooling19V273000 BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2006 525i, 525xi, 530i, 530xi, 530xi Sports Wagon, 325i, 325xi, 325xi Sports Wagon, 330i, 330xi, Z4 3.0i and Z4 3.0si vehicles.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the PCV valve heater, free of charge. The recall began May 30, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Note: This recall is an expansion to recall 17V-683.
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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.
Buy-smart checklist
2006 BMW 330XI — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Air bags: 74 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 18 reports on file for this year.
- Seat belts: 14 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 13V564000 · Air bags
- Recall 17V428000 · Air bags
- Recall 17V676000 · Electrical system
- Recall 19V273000 · Engine and engine cooling
- Recall 20V017000 · Air bags
- Recall 24V513000 · Air bags
FAQ
- Is the 2006 BMW 330XI 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 330XI?
- The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 71% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2006 BMW 330XI have?
- 6 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.