2011 BMW 328XI Transmission and drivetrain Problems
- Complaints
- 4about this part
- Share
- 6%of 67 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 76,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 4 complaints about the transmission and drivetrain of the 2011 BMW 328XI, 6% of the 67 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 76,000 miles.
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.
“My vehicle is experiencing the same symptoms and is reporting the same trouble codes related to recall number: 17v683000. However, my vehicle is not included in this recall. I would appreciate it if this matter could be investigated and my vehicles VIN included in this recall.”
NHTSA complaint #11413051, filed 2021-04, 112,000 miles“A letter from Bmw came in june 2014 stating that my vehicle is effected for important safety recall and that I would be notified when the parts become available to have it fixed. The recall was for vanos assembly bolts. The letter states that I may hear increased noise, check engine light may come on leading to reduced power leading to engine stall. I noticed on this website many people have had similar complaints and leading to steering wheel to lock and engine to shut off which can lead to injury and death of anyone on the roads. …”
NHTSA complaint #10619284, filed 2014-08, 23,000 miles“Cam bolts shear off and fall into engine resulting in complete loss of power on the freeway while in drive, extended warranty should fix this however all they did at Bmw tri cities was put new bolts on and there are massive issues happening related to bolts failing, they will do nothing about this”
NHTSA complaint #11122787, filed 2018-08, 85,000 miles“The contact owns a 2011 Bmw 328XI. While driving at a low rate of speed, the vehicle stalled and shut off without warning. Also, the service engine indicator illuminated. The contact associated NHTSA campaign number: 13v044000 (electrical system) with the failure. The dealer and manufacturer were not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 67,000.”
NHTSA complaint #11267690, filed 2019-10, 67,000 milesRelated service bulletins
- 10175267Apr 1, 2020Power Reduction FC2A82 Intake VANOS and/or FC2 A87 Exhaust VANOS Camshaft Fault: The "Service Engine Soon" (MIL) lamp is illuminated and engine power reduction is perceived. This…
- 10147241Sep 1, 2015Shudder from the Driveline on Vehicles with xDrive. There is a shudder or vibration from the driveline when taking off from a stop, or when accelerating at highway speeds. CAUSE…
- 10148034Sep 1, 2014"Intelligent Battery Sensor Diagnosis Hints. The vehicle enters the workshop with one or more of the following complaints: * Check Control Message related to battery discharge *…
- 10147930Jan 1, 2014GM6 - 6L45R: Diagnostic Procedure for Shudder or Vibration Issues. A shudder or vibration can be felt under light acceleration or when driving at constant suburban speeds. This…
Transmission and drivetrain: other model years
Other parts of the 2011 BMW 328XI
24 complaintsElectrical system
17 complaintsAir bags
12 complaintsEngine cooling
9 complaintsFuel system
7 complaintsVehicle speed control
6 complaintsOther or unknown
5 complaintsExterior lighting
3 complaintsSeats
2 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
2 complaintsBrakes
1 complaintsSeat belts
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2011 BMW 328XI
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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