BMW 328IS Problems by Year

Source: NHTSA · Updated Jan 19, 2001 · 1 owner complaints analyzed

NHTSA has 1 owner complaint and 0 safety recalls on file for the BMW 328IS, across 1 model years (1996–1996). The 1996 model year has the most complaints (1). The most reported problem area overall is electrical system.

BMW 328IS years to avoid? What the complaint data shows

No 328IS model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.

Model years with the most complaints

  1. 1996 328IS: 1 complaint, 0 recalls

Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.

Most common BMW 328IS problems (all years)

Problem areaComplaintsModel yearsCrashes
Electrical System110

All BMW 328IS model years

Model yearComplaintsRecallsCrash ratingTop problemCompared with other years
1996 328IS10—Electrical System

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Frequently asked questions

Which BMW 328IS years should you stay away from?

No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 1996 (1). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.

What is the biggest problem with the BMW 328IS?

Electrical System, with 1 complaint across 1 model year.

How many recalls does the BMW 328IS have?

0 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.