2022 BMW 330E recalls & problems
NHTSA lists 0 safety recalls for the 2022 BMW 330E and 2 owner complaints. The part owners complain about most is electrical system (1 reports), followed by engine (1). 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.
2022 BMW 330E problems by component
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Engine | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Power Train | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Unknown or Other | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
NHTSA investigations
- DP22005 – Pedestrian alert sounds opened Jan 27, 2023, closed Aug 7, 2023
Latest owner complaints
Electrical System · Jul 24, 2026 · MO
Vehicle threw code 21A50A (Starter Pinion Timeout) and a Drivetrain Malfunction warning. Car still starts and drives. This is the exact mechanical failure described in Starter Recall 26V-438 / 26V-441, but my 2022 330e VIN is currently excluded.
Engine · Jul 24, 2026 · MO
Vehicle threw code 21A50A (Starter Pinion Timeout) and a Drivetrain Malfunction warning. Car still starts and drives. This is the exact mechanical failure described in Starter Recall 26V-438 / 26V-441, but my 2022 330e VIN is currently excluded.
Power Train · Jul 24, 2026 · MO
Vehicle threw code 21A50A (Starter Pinion Timeout) and a Drivetrain Malfunction warning. Car still starts and drives. This is the exact mechanical failure described in Starter Recall 26V-438 / 26V-441, but my 2022 330e VIN is currently excluded.
Unknown or Other · Jun 14, 2023 · CA · crash · 2 injured
Hours after a software update to the vehicle, a sudden unintended acceleration event occurred as I pulled into the alley of my office's driveway/garage. The brakes failed to work, and the vehicle rapidly accelerated in less than 2 seconds. In order to avoid endangering anyone, I steered the vehicle into City trash cans that were in front of a telephone pole. The vehicle was…
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Frequently asked questions
Does the 2022 BMW 330E have any recalls?
No safety recalls are listed for the 2022 BMW 330E in NHTSA's recall database. Recalls can still be issued later, so check again by VIN before buying.
What are the most common problems with the 2022 BMW 330E?
Based on 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most reported areas are electrical system (1), engine (1), power train (1).
Have there been crashes or injuries linked to the 2022 BMW 330E?
Owners reported 1 crash, 0 fires, 2 injuries and 0 deaths in complaints to NHTSA. These are unverified owner reports, not findings of fault.
Is NHTSA investigating the 2022 BMW 330E?
NHTSA has opened 1 defect investigation that include this vehicle, most recently DP22005: Pedestrian alert sounds.