1996 BMW 328IS Problems, Complaints & Recalls

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

Compared with other 328IS years
Not enough data
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 1996 BMW 328IS. The most reported problem area is electrical system (1 complaints, 100%). There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 1996 BMW 328IS problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Electrical System1
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Electrical System1100%———

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

1996 BMW 328IS recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 1996 BMW 328IS.

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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.

Sometimes when putting key into ignition key will go around 360 degrees, and then sometimes key gets stuck. *ak the consumer found out that there were minimun of two vehicles per month that come to the dealer for the same problem. *yh

Electrical System · received Jan 19, 2001 · NHTSA complaint 878599

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YearComplaintsRecalls
199610

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 1996 BMW 328IS?

Owners most often report electrical system problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 1996 BMW 328IS?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 1996 BMW 328IS a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other 328IS model years, the 1996 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.