1996 BMW 328I Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other 328I years
- Far fewer complaints than other years 13th of 21 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 31 complaints with NHTSA about the 1996 BMW 328I. That ranks 13th out of 21 328I model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine and engine cooling (6 complaints, 19%). Complaints mention 2 crashes, 5 injuries. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.
- 31owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 2complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 1996 BMW 328I 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 and Engine Cooling | 6 | 19% | — | — | — |
| Electrical System | 4 | 13% | 96,720 | — | — |
| Power Train | 4 | 13% | 80,489 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 3 | 10% | — | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 3 | 10% | — | — | — |
| Structure | 3 | 10% | — | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 2 | 6% | — | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | 6% | — | — | — |
| Visibility | 2 | 6% | — | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 3% | — | — | — |
| Fuel System, Other | 1 | 3% | — | — | — |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | 3% | — | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 3% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
1996 BMW 328I recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 1996 BMW 328I.
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Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
Tl*the contact owns a 1996 bmw 328i. He stated that the horn did not work and noticed that the wires were cut in the steering column and under the hood. He stated that he purchased the clockspring, but it was not compatible with the steering wheel. The current mileage was 97,120 and the approximate…
Power lock actuators on vehicle fail repeatedly. Between 2000 and 2003, three power lock actuators failed on vehicle (both rear doors and front passenger door). Sometimes the actuators get stuck in the locked position, sometimes unlocked. Walked away from vehicle with an unlocked door on several…
I have a 328i bmw, and the information in the owners manual states that you never need to change the transmission fluid yet on the day in question my transmission began to stall and jerk. I than called my mechanic who i informed of this trouble, he then informed me to bring the car to him to check…
The brakes failed on the vehicle. *jb
For the last month and a half the vehicle experienced problems with the brake lights and the plate lights. *jb
Other BMW 328I years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 328I | 57 | 1 |
| 2015 328I | 125 | 4 |
| 2014 328I | 152 | 8 |
| 2013 328I | 257 | 5 |
| 2012 328I | 130 | 6 |
| 2011 328I | 577 | 7 |
| 2010 328I | 155 | 6 |
| 2009 328I | 193 | 6 |
| 2008 328I | 239 | 5 |
| 2007 328I | 399 | 6 |
| 2006 328I | 0 | 3 |
| 2005 328I | 0 | 1 |
| 2004 328I | 0 | 1 |
| 2003 328I | 0 | 1 |
| 2002 328I | 0 | 1 |
| 2001 328I | 4 | 3 |
| 2000 328I | 112 | 7 |
| 1999 328I | 98 | 7 |
| 1998 328I | 26 | 0 |
| 1997 328I | 25 | 0 |
| 1996 | 31 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 1996 BMW 328I?
Owners most often report engine and engine cooling, electrical system, power train problems. The top one, engine and engine cooling, accounts for 6 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 1996 BMW 328I?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 1996 BMW 328I a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other 328I model years, the 1996 has far fewer complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.