2010 BMW 328I Exterior lighting Problems
- Complaints
- 6about this part
- Share
- 4%of 155 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 85,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 6 complaints about the exterior lighting of the 2010 BMW 328I, 4% of the 155 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 85,000 miles. 1 a fire, 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.
“Rear right turn signal mulfunction turned on for a few min. Signal also started blinking extreamly fast. Head light malfunction alarm turned on for a few min.head lights wouldn't turn with stearing wheel. Pasanger restraint malfunction alarm turned on when car was started. After driving 20 miles and turning the car off it cleared.”
NHTSA complaint #10471961, filed 2012-08, 26,000 miles“When tire pressure management system begins to fail, its rdc module takes down the complete dashboard monitoring and operational systems. Upon failure, the rdc affects speedometer, tachometer, radio, blower, wipers, idrive systems. Driver has no indicators of turn signals or lighting (even if functional) within the cabin of the car. This occurred in driving sequence as first a series of flashes and idrive restarts, then complete blanking out of all dashboard systems. Upon advisement of repair tech, simple unplug of rdc clears all dashboard symptoms except TPMS malfunction indicator. …”
NHTSA complaint #11001721, filed 2017-06, 105,000 miles“The contact owns a 2010 Bmw 328I. While driving approximately 65 MPH in the dark, the headlights intermittently illuminated. Also, the check engine warning indicator illuminated. Upon opening the trunk, the contact noticed that the trunk light was burned out and a strong burning odor was present. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or an independent mechanic. The vehicle was not repaired. The VIN was included in NHTSA campaign number: 17v676000 (electrical system). The manufacturer was not contacted. The approximate failure mileage was 108,237.”
NHTSA complaint #11076751, filed 2018-03, 108,237 milesRelated service bulletins
- 10057568Oct 1, 2014Bmw: on some vehicles, when starting, low beam, with 0552 option, would briefly flashes, due to a faulty led main light module that needs replacing. Model 2008-14 f01, f02, f06…
- 10148275Apr 1, 2014"One or Both Xenon Headlights Aiming Downwards. CAUSE Both sides are aiming downwards: * The most likely cause is a faulty or disconnected rear height sensor. In very extreme…
- 10147945Jan 1, 2014Delay in Automatic Driving Light Switching On/Off. When driving out of a tunnel or exiting underground parking, the automatic driving light remains switched on for two minutes…
- 10149344Apr 1, 2013Headlight Washer Nozzle Cover Sticks Out.
Exterior lighting: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 7 | 6% |
| 2014 | 11 | 7% |
| 2013 | 6 | 2% |
| 2012 | 4 | 3% |
| 2011 | 19 | 3% |
| 2010 | 6 | 4% |
| 2009 | 8 | 4% |
| 2008 | 8 | 3% |
| 2007 | 13 | 3% |
| 2000 | 2 | 2% |
| 1999 | 2 | 2% |
| 1998 | 1 | 4% |
| 1996 | 3 | 10% |
Other parts of the 2010 BMW 328I
48 complaintsAir bags
43 complaintsEngine cooling
40 complaintsElectrical system
38 complaintsOther or unknown
12 complaintsFuel system
8 complaintsElectronic stability control
4 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 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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