2012 BMW 328 Problems
- Complaints
- 7filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 52,400miles, 5 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 1campaigns on record
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
- NHTSA crash rating
- —no overall rating published
- EPA fuel economy
- 21 mpgcombined, 3.0L 6-cyl RWD · 18 city / 26 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2012 BMW 328 (complaints, recalls, investigations), EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 7 consumer complaints for the 2012 BMW 328. The part named most often is air bags, with 3 complaints (43% of the total), followed by engine (2) and seat belts (2). 5 of the complaints include a mileage, and 40% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 52,400 miles. NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign and 5 technical service bulletins for this model year. Air bags complaints overlap with 1 recall campaign covering the inflator module filed under the same part.
This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Air bags3 43%
- Engine2 29%
- Seat belts2 29%
- Electrical system1 14%
- Other or unknown1 14%
- Steering1 14%
Example complaints
Air bags: “Passenger side airbag restraint system malfunction warning illuminated sporadically. I took it to the dealership to have it checked and nothing was found. A week later, the same thing happened. I took it back and was told the passenger side sensor pad needed to be replaced. Now both the driver and passenger airbag/restraint system illuminated while driving or parked. The vehicle doesn't recognize my driver side seat belt being engaged. These warning appear either when the vehicle is in motion or parked.”
NHTSA complaint #10955246, filed 2017-02, 49,450 milesEngine: “In july 2017 while driving the car the cabin completely filled up with smoke and I inhaled a substantial amount , and smoke started coming out from the hood area. My mechanic inspected the vehicle and determined there was a manufacturer recall associated with the smoke filling the cabin. At no point did I receive any form of notice through the mail, email, or phone informing me of such a recall. The vehicle was delivered to towne Bmw in williamsville, ny at the beginning of august 2017. After receiving the vehicle I was told the problem was fixed and the vehicle was 'safe to drive'. …”
NHTSA complaint #11057144, filed 2017-12, 71,978 milesSeat belts: “I bought my car at around 50k miles, after manufacturer' warranty had expired. It was fine for about a month after my purchase. One day, after driving from the store, my car indicated I needed to fasten my seatbelt. I was fastened in. So I stopped and restarted the car, thinking it was some weird electrical problem. I restarted the car and the same thing happened. I got home and the next time I got into my car to drive it, the display now shows driver restraint system malfunction: continue wearing safety belt. Consult nearest service center. I took the car to the dealership. …”
NHTSA complaint #10837580, filed 2016-02, 52,400 milesMileage when problems were reported
40% of the 5 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 49,450 and 71,978 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Fewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 2012 BMW 328 version. Annual fuel cost is the EPA's estimate at its current fuel prices for 15,000 miles a year (55% city driving).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 328ci Convertible RWD | 3.0L 6-cyl | 6-speed automatic | 18 | 26 | 21 | $3,900 |
| 328ci Convertible RWD | 3.0L 6-cyl | 6-speed manual | 17 | 26 | 20 | $4,100 |
Source: U.S. EPA and Department of Energy, fueleconomy.gov. Ratings are for comparing vehicles; real-world mileage varies with driving and conditions.
Recalls and investigations
- 16V071000Feb 5, 2016Air bags › Frontal › Driver side › Inflator moduleCovers: BMW 328 2006–2013, 335 2006–2013, X5 SAV 2007–2013 +10 more
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2008-2013 128i and 135i coupes and convertibles and 1 Series M coupes, 2006-2011 325i, 325xi, 328i, 328xi, 328i xDrive, 330i, 330xi, 335i, 335xi, 335i xDrive Sedans, 2009-2011 335d sedans…
Recall details for the 2012 BMW 328 → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 5 on record; the latest 5 are shown.
- 11014696Feb 27, 2025Steering. Right Tie Rod Return
- 10249437Jan 16, 2024Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors), Electrical system. The basic conditions for initializing the power windows are not met.
- 10249027Jan 11, 2024Electrical system. The electrical system of BMW vehicles has been subject to an ongoing development process over the last few years. This has led to increased demands being placed on the battery. This document covers…
- 10215025Jun 1, 2017Equipment. Shipping specific non-deployed vehicle safety devices to lighting resources, llc. This service Information bulletin provides information on shipping "specific" noin-deployed vehicle safety devices…
- 10215024Jun 1, 2017Engine cooling. The engine?s intake charge-air duct limited warranty extension to 10 years/120,000 miles applies to ?eligible USspecification
Other model years of the BMW 328
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 10 | 53,000 | 1 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2012 | 7 | 52,400 | 1 | — | 21 | — | Not enough data |
| 2011 | 37 | 68,000 | 1 | — | 22 | Not compared (fewer than 3 comparable model years) | Stable |
| 2009 | 11 | 71,000 | 1 | — | 21 | — | Not enough data |
| 2008 | 8 | 77,500 | 1 | — | 21 | — | Not enough data |
| 2007 | 9 | 104,750 | 1 | — | 21 | — | Not enough data |
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2012 BMW 328 have?
NHTSA recorded 7 consumer complaints for the 2012 BMW 328 as of Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2012 BMW 328 is reported most often?
Air bags is named most often, in 3 complaints (43% of the total), followed by engine with 2.
Has the 2012 BMW 328 been recalled?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2012 BMW 328 get?
The EPA rates the 2012 BMW 328 (328ci Convertible, 3.0L 6-cyl) at 21 mpg combined, 18 city and 26 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $3,900 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.
At what mileage are problems with the 2012 BMW 328 reported?
Among the 5 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 52,400 miles and the middle half falls between 49,450 and 71,978 miles; 40% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate. Fuel economy is from the EPA and DOE (fueleconomy.gov).
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.