2007 BMW 328 recalls & problems

1 recall 9 complaints 1 investigation

1recalls
9owner complaints
0crashes reported
0fires reported
0 / 0injuries / deaths

NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2007 BMW 328 and 9 owner complaints. The part owners complain about most is electrical system (4 reports), followed by air bags (3). NHTSA has opened 1 defect investigation that include this vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers – enter your VIN on nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether your car still has an open recall.

2007 BMW 328 recalls

Air Bags · NHTSA 16V071000 · Feb 5, 2016

Problem: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2008-2013 128i and 135i coupes and convertibles and 1 Series M coupes, 2006-2011 325i, 325xi, 328i, 328xi, 328i xDrive, 330i, 330xi, 335i, 335xi, 335i xDrive Sedans, 2009-2011 335d sedans, 2006-2012 325xiT, 328i and 328xi sports wagons, 2007-2013 328i, 328xi, 328i xDrive, 335i, 335xi, 335i xDrive, 335is and M3 Coupes and Convertibles, 2013-2015 X1…

Risk: In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

Fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag module or inflator depending on the vehicle model, free of charge. The recall began March 9, 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

840,000 units potentially affected · Full recall details →

2007 BMW 328 problems by component

ComponentComplaintsCrashesFiresInjuries
Electrical System 4
000
Air Bags 3
000
Seat Belts 2
000
Steering 2
000
Electronic Stability Control (esc) 1
000
Engine 1
000
Unknown or Other 1
000

NHTSA investigations

Latest owner complaints

Air Bags · Apr 16, 2019 · 110,000 miles · TN

Received a recall notice for a blower motor wiring issue (17V-676) and an extension in limited warranty for the supplemental restraint system. Bmw north america said they could not see the vehicle in there system and could not initiate repairs until it was. I purchased the vehicle in tennessee on 3/23/16, but saw in the carfax report that it was originally purchased overseas.

Electrical System · Apr 16, 2019 · 110,000 miles · TN

Received a recall notice for a blower motor wiring issue (17V-676) and an extension in limited warranty for the supplemental restraint system. Bmw north america said they could not see the vehicle in there system and could not initiate repairs until it was. I purchased the vehicle in tennessee on 3/23/16, but saw in the carfax report that it was originally purchased overseas.

Seat Belts · Apr 16, 2019 · 110,000 miles · TN

Received a recall notice for a blower motor wiring issue (17V-676) and an extension in limited warranty for the supplemental restraint system. Bmw north america said they could not see the vehicle in there system and could not initiate repairs until it was. I purchased the vehicle in tennessee on 3/23/16, but saw in the carfax report that it was originally purchased overseas.

Air Bags · Feb 10, 2019 · NJ

Takata recall I received mailed correspondence from tk holding regarding defective airbags for my 2007 328XI. I was instructed to complete the claim forms mailed to mail which I did. Subsequently my claim was denied and to date no repairs have been made or offered for the affected takaka parts inside my vehicle. As it my only means of transportation. I continue to drive with…

Air Bags · Jun 20, 2018 · TX

The passenger red air bag light has come on and remains on. It doe not matter if someone is sitting in the seat or not.

Electrical System · Nov 7, 2017 · 100 miles · CA

I'm having trouble with my sensor systems. Not able to pass smog. Also my door handles have melted from some heat when my car is extremely hot. These are some of the other problems I'm having.

Seat Belts · Nov 7, 2017 · 100 miles · CA

I'm having trouble with my sensor systems. Not able to pass smog. Also my door handles have melted from some heat when my car is extremely hot. These are some of the other problems I'm having.

Unknown or Other · Nov 7, 2017 · 100 miles · CA

I'm having trouble with my sensor systems. Not able to pass smog. Also my door handles have melted from some heat when my car is extremely hot. These are some of the other problems I'm having.

Engine · Apr 14, 2017 · 130,000 miles · NC

The engine completely shuts down at highway speeds when braking or accelerating moderately hard, which in turn shuts down power steering and probably the power brakes!!! This has happened four times. For each of these events, I was driving the car normally at highway speeds for an extended time, probably longer than two hours. In one incident on april 12, 2017, the engine shut…

Steering · Jan 14, 2017 · 130,000 miles · MA

While driving the car the car gave me an elv lock error and locked the steering wheel.

Steering · Oct 17, 2016 · 90,000 miles · TX

Wheel sterring lock malfunction, essentially there steering no longer works and car shuts down.

Electrical System · Aug 19, 2016 · CA

The rear doors won't lock and the front doors won't unlock and the gas lid won't open! This just happened out of nowhere. Read online by lots of folks that's it's an door actuator and wrong fuse. Dealer is very aware of the defect and lots of folks having the same defect - it really should be taken care of by the dealer!

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2007 BMW 328 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall covering the 2007 BMW 328, the most recent one (16V071000) for air bags. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

What are the most common problems with the 2007 BMW 328?

Based on 9 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most reported areas are electrical system (4), air bags (3), seat belts (2).

Is NHTSA investigating the 2007 BMW 328?

NHTSA has opened 1 defect investigation that include this vehicle, most recently EA21002: Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture.