2010 BMW 328I Electronic stability control Problems
- Complaints
- 4about this part
- Share
- 3%of 155 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 73,500miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 4 complaints about the electronic stability control of the 2010 BMW 328I, 3% of the 155 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 73,500 miles. 1 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“I was slowing to a stop in rush hour traffic, went to brake and the engine revved up to 300 rpms and lurched forward, almost hitting the car in front of me. Traffic was crawling so I was only going about 20 MPH before I was about to make a complete stop.”
NHTSA complaint #11288220, filed 2019-12, 60,000 miles“There's been a recall on the parts that control the flow or speed of the AC unit in the car, also the airflow. There's several other recalls on this car. A notice was originally sent out to me in november of 2017. It's now august of 2018 and another notice has not been sent out. I've reached out to Bmw on this issue was simply told that if smoke or a fire starts in my car, to pull over and dial 911. The fact I can't use my AC in arizona is out of control, it's extremely hot here. Earlier in the year it was okay since it was cooler but now temps are reaching over 110 degrees. …”
NHTSA complaint #11115557, filed 2018-08, 115,000 miles“Takata recall on december 25, 2015 at approximately 5:20 a.m. My 2010 328I Bmw skidded off hwy 99 southbound going towards lax. Vehicle skidded as caused by the black ice on road, resulting in us crashing into the left guard rail. My mother and I felt the entire impact of vehicle . I, as the driver, hit my head on the driver side window causing severe whiplash and a sprained neck. I had to crawl out of the vehicle because I was trapped inside, due to impact of crash being on the left side of vehicle. Once chp arrived, my car was towed off the hwy. …”
NHTSA complaint #10817288, filed 2015-12, 87,000 miles“The contact owns a 2010 Bmw 328I convertible. The contact stated that the check engine and service air bag warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the air bag and restraint system malfunctioned and the vehicle needed an oil change. The vehicle was repaired; however, the vehicle began making an abnormal noise from the engine. Prior to the failure, the vehicle shook abnormally and had abnormal tire wear. The vehicle was taken to the delear where it was diagnosed that vehicle needed new tires and an alignment. …”
NHTSA complaint #10818589, filed 2016-01, 47,000 milesRelated service bulletins
- 10147008Aug 1, 2016"REPAIRING TRANSFER CASE ACTUATOR (VTG SERVO-MOTOR). The Anti-lock Brakes (ABS), Brakes and Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) warnings are on and there may also be a ""Drivetrain…
Electronic stability control: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 1 | 2% |
| 2015 | 1 | 1% |
| 2014 | 3 | 2% |
| 2013 | 6 | 2% |
| 2011 | 10 | 2% |
| 2010 | 4 | 3% |
| 2009 | 6 | 3% |
| 2008 | 4 | 2% |
| 2007 | 9 | 2% |
| 1999 | 1 | 1% |
| 1998 | 1 | 4% |
Other parts of the 2010 BMW 328I
48 complaintsAir bags
43 complaintsEngine cooling
40 complaintsElectrical system
38 complaintsOther or unknown
12 complaintsFuel system
8 complaintsExterior lighting
6 complaintsSeat belts
4 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
4 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
4 complaintsSeats
3 complaintsVehicle speed control
3 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2010 BMW 328I
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology