2017 BMW 330E Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other 330E years
- Far more complaints than other years 1st of 8 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 11 complaints with NHTSA about the 2017 BMW 330E. That is the most of any 330E model year in the database (8 years). The most reported problem area is electrical system (6 complaints, 55%), typically at around 69,000 miles. Complaints mention 1 fire. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year. NHTSA has opened 2 defect investigations involving it.
- 11owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 2NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2017 BMW 330E 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 6 | 55% | 69,000 | — | — |
| Engine | 5 | 45% | 10,010 | — | — |
| Power Train | 3 | 27% | 1,420 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 3 | 27% | 10,010 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 9% | — | — | — |
| Structure | 1 | 9% | 45,000 | — | — |
| Tires | 1 | 9% | — | — | — |
| Wheels | 1 | 9% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2017 BMW 330E recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 2017 BMW 330E.
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.
- Pedestrian alert sounds (DP22005) — opened Jan 27, 2023, closed Aug 7, 2023, led to recall 22V063000.
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 2017 BMW 330E. The contact stated that after parking in the driveway at the residence and turning off the vehicle, there was a sound coming from underneath the front of the vehicle. The contact immediately disconnected the auxiliary battery, but the clicking noise persisted. The…
Component: Engine Cooling System: Turbocharger Coolant Return Line/Fitting (Part # 11538854735). Defect Summary: The factory turbocharger coolant return line on the B48 engine uses a plastic quick-disconnect fitting and O-ring mechanism positioned directly under the turbo. Extreme thermal cycling…
Hybrid battery has a failed cell. It was confirmed by BMW diagnostics but BMW refused to repair/replace failed cell even though it was under full 8yr/80k mile warranty. BMW claimed it as wear and tear, even though 1 out of 5 cells completely failed. The failure caused the car to run at reduced…
Unsure of the exact cause, appears to be the high voltage battery/electric drive function that is faulty. It is creating a hazardous condition causing the vehicle to propel itself forward while driving in traffic and almost hitting other vehicles on the roadway when the electric drive fails or it…
What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? Coolant lines How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? The car would state that it is overheating a month after oil change and fluids replaced Has the problem been reproduced or…
Other BMW 330E years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 330E | 4 | 0 |
| 2023 330E | 7 | 2 |
| 2022 330E | 2 | 0 |
| 2021 330E | 4 | 5 |
| 2020 330E | 0 | 1 |
| 2018 330E | 6 | 2 |
| 2017 | 11 | 0 |
| 2016 330E | 1 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2017 BMW 330E?
Owners most often report electrical system, engine, power train problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 6 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2017 BMW 330E?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 2017 BMW 330E a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other 330E model years, the 2017 has far more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.