BMW 328XD Problems by Year
NHTSA has 6 owner complaints and 1 safety recall on file for the BMW 328XD, across 3 model years (2014–2016). The 2014 model year has the most complaints (4). The most reported problem area overall is fuel/propulsion system.
BMW 328XD years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No 328XD model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2014 328XD: 4 complaints, 1 recall
- 2015 328XD: 2 complaints, 1 recall
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 328XD problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel/propulsion System | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| Engine | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Steering | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Wheels | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All BMW 328XD model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 328XD | 0 | 0 | — | — | |
| 2015 328XD | 2 | 1 | — | Visibility/wiper | |
| 2014 328XD | 4 | 1 | — | Fuel/propulsion System |
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Frequently asked questions
Which BMW 328XD years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2014 (4), 2015 (2). 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 328XD?
Fuel/propulsion System, with 3 complaints across 1 model year.
How many recalls does the BMW 328XD have?
1 safety recall across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.