2016 BMW 320I Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other 320I years
- Far more complaints than other years 3rd of 13 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 25 complaints with NHTSA about the 2016 BMW 320I. That ranks 3rd out of 13 320I model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine (7 complaints, 28%), typically at around 150,000 miles. Complaints mention 4 crashes, 2 fires, 4 injuries. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year. NHTSA has opened 1 defect investigation involving it.
- 25owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 1NHTSA investigations
- 4complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2016 BMW 320I problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 7 | 28% | 150,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 7 | 28% | 16,622 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 5 | 20% | 34,437 | — | — |
| Structure | 5 | 20% | 32,000 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 3 | 12% | 119,000 | — | — |
| Power Train | 3 | 12% | 145,000 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 2 | 8% | 27,000 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 2 | 8% | — | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 4% | — | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 4% | 6,243 | — | — |
| Seats | 1 | 4% | — | — | — |
| Steering | 1 | 4% | 60,000 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 1 | 4% | 55,000 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 4% | 6,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2016 BMW 320I recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 2016 BMW 320I.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
NHTSA defect investigations
- Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture (EA21002) — opened Sep 17, 2021, still open.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
The contact owns a 2016 BMW 320I. The contact stated that the Drive Train Failure, Check Engine, and Engine Overheating warning lights were illuminated. There was a fuel odor coming from the vehicle, and fluid was leaking underneath the vehicle near the muffler and under the driver's side seat. The…
The contact owned a 2016 BMW 320i. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, it caught on fire. The vehicle was unoccupied. The contact stated that while walking into the house that she noticed the fuel odor. The contact stated that after entering the residence, the contact walked back…
The contact owned a 2016 BMW 320i. The contact stated that after driving approximately 28 miles, arriving at her residence to park the vehicle in the garage, and noticed a burning odor. Upon inspection, a fire was coming from underneath the hood. The contact, lacking a fire extinguisher, attempted…
i have previously reported this issue, confirmation #11656013. However, after diagnostic with a Certified BMW Service Center, i wish to follow up and add additional details. My 2016 BMW 320 XI is experiencing an issue with the Turbo Oil Feed Line. This is a known issue, reported under SI B11 11 16…
The contact owns a 2016 BMW 320I. The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle after the vehicle had not been driven for a while, there was blue smoke coming from the exhaust pipes. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local service center, where it was…
Other BMW 320I years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 320I | 21 | 0 |
| 2017 320I | 9 | 0 |
| 2016 | 25 | 0 |
| 2015 320I | 34 | 3 |
| 2014 320I | 53 | 7 |
| 2013 320I | 9 | 3 |
| 2012 320I | 3 | 3 |
| 2005 320I | 0 | 1 |
| 2004 320I | 1 | 1 |
| 2003 320I | 0 | 1 |
| 2002 320I | 1 | 1 |
| 2001 320I | 0 | 1 |
| 2000 320I | 0 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2016 BMW 320I?
Owners most often report engine, service brakes, air bags problems. The top one, engine, accounts for 7 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2016 BMW 320I?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 2016 BMW 320I a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other 320I model years, the 2016 has far more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.