2016 BMW 328I Problems

Below Average Complaints

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2016 BMW 328I.

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Complaints
94
Crashes
14
Fires
8
Injuries
12
Fatalities
Recalls
1

Worst 2016 BMW 328I Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#121 complaints

Electrical Faults

Avg mileage:79,625 mi
Crash-related:1
Fires:3
#215 complaints

Engine Problems

Avg mileage:61,733 mi
Crash-related:3
Fires:3
#313 complaints

Engine & Cooling

Avg mileage:80,750 mi
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2016 BMW 328I.

Electrical Faults
21
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
3
Avg Miles
79,625
Engine Problems
15
complaints
Crashes
3
Fires
3
Avg Miles
61,733
Engine & Cooling
13
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
80,750
Transmission / Drivetrain
8
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
27,000
Brakes
7
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
19,000
Unintended Acceleration
4
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Steering Defects
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Airbags
2
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
Electronic Stability Control
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat Belt Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat-Related Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Body Structure
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Suspension Failures
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wipers & Visibility
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2016 BMW 328I

1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting ~720,796 vehicles.

24V608000Electrical System:wiring:connectors/plugs/receptacles · Engine And Engine Cooling:cooling System:pump
~720,796 affected

BMW of North America, LLC. (BMW) is recalling certain 2012-2015 X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i, 2012-2016 Z4 sDrive28i, 528i, 528i xDrive, 328i, 328xi, 2016-2018 X5 xdrive 40e, 2014-2016 228i, 228xi, 428i, 428i xDrive, 328xi Gran Turismo, 2013-2017 X3 sDrive28i, X3 xDrive28i, 2015-2018 X4 xDrive28i, 2015-2016 428xi vehicles. An improperly sealed electrical connector on the water pump may be exposed to water and short circuit.

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2016 BMW 328I — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2016 BMW 328I reliable?
Verdict: Below Average Complaints. The 2016 BMW 328I has 94 NHTSA complaints, 14 crash-related, and 1 recall campaign. The most common issue is Electrical Faults with 21 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2016 BMW 328I?
Top reported problems: Electrical Faults (21 complaints, avg 79,625 mi); Engine Problems (15 complaints, avg 61,733 mi); Engine & Cooling (13 complaints, avg 80,750 mi). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2016 BMW 328I?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 62,451 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2016 BMW 328I?
NHTSA complaints for the 2016 BMW 328I include 14 crash-related reports, 8 fire reports, 12 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2016 BMW 328I have any recalls?
Yes — 1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting an estimated 720,796 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2016 BMW 328I?
Fewer complaints than typical for this model. That's a good sign, but every individual car is different — the VIN still tells you what happened to this specific one.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full BMW 328I reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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