2013 BMW 328XI Problems
Compared with other BMW 328XI years
Typical for this model
42/100 0.8× a typical year · 50 = typical
- Complaint rate is 0.8× that of a typical BMW 328XI year, weighted for crashes, fires, injuries, recalls and mileage, and allowing for the era and for how long each year has had to collect complaints.
- 11 of its 27 complaints were filed by the end of 2015.
- Most reported part: Engine (7 complaints, median 31,500 mi).
- 2 recall campaigns on record. A VIN search at nhtsa.gov/recalls shows open recalls for a specific vehicle.
Based only on NHTSA complaints, recalls and investigations. Not adjusted for how many vehicles were sold, and not a reliability rating. How this is calculated
- Complaints
- 27filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 33,120miles, 24 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 2campaigns on record
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2013 BMW 328XI (complaints, recalls, investigations). Report an error
NHTSA recorded 27 consumer complaints for the 2013 BMW 328XI. The part named most often is engine, with 7 complaints (26% of the total), followed by transmission and drivetrain (7) and air bags (3). 24 of the complaints include a mileage, and 88% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 33,120 miles. Of all complaints, 2 involved a crash, 2 a fire, 2 an injury, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns and 9 technical service bulletins for this model year. Compared with the other 2 BMW 328XI model years that have at least 25 complaints and are old enough to compare, this one scores 42 out of 100, where 50 is a typical year for the model (typical for this model). The comparison allows for the era and for how long each year has had to collect complaints, but not for how many vehicles were sold.
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.
- Engine7 26%
- Air bags3 11%
- Other or unknown3 11%
- Brakes2 7.4%
- Electrical system2 7.4%
- Fuel system2 7.4%
- Body and structure2 7.4%
- Engine cooling1 3.7%
- Exterior lighting1 3.7%
Also reported: Vehicle speed control (1), Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors) (1), Wheels (1).
Example complaints
Engine: “Error - drivetrain malfunction: drive moderately. Maximum drivetrain output not available. Consult service center. This was taken to the dealer (Bmw of silver spring, md) at first. They said it was thermostat issue. So, they installed a new thermostat and I paid my $100 deductible. The same error started appearing again just a few days later. The car suddenly shudders, jolts and shifts from eco mode to comfort mode if driving on freeway. …”
NHTSA complaint #11100654, filed 2018-06, 38,000 milesTransmission and drivetrain: “The car had recently had its 8 speed automatic transmission fluid changed. The transmission was not refilled to the correct capacity and was low. The car began exhibiting drivetrain errors and went into limp mode. The problem is that the computer automatically shifted the car into park while I was driving it. As I approached a stoplight and slow down to around 6 miles an hour the computer automatically put the car in park causing significant grinding of the shark locking gear. …”
NHTSA complaint #11186915, filed 2019-03, 92,000 milesAir bags: “On december 1st I was rearended at interstate speed (65 miles per hour) just prior to impact I had turned my steering wheel to the right to lessen the impact to the vehicle in front of me. However it is clear from the damage to my vehicle that my car made contact on the driver side corner with the bridge as well as the entire passenger side of the vehicle made significant contact with the car in front of me. My car had been at a complete stop. No airbags went off causing me to suffer serious head injuries and scull fractures. In addition, upon impact, my car burst into flames. …”
NHTSA complaint #10810625, filed 2015-12, 36,000 milesOther or unknown: “My car doors intermittently won't open, potentially trapping me in my under-warranty car. This happens about once a week across any of the four doors and has been happening for about 12 months. I have taken the car to Bmw multiple times under warranty without repair. Others have reported the same problem in their bmws. Bottom line: Bmw refuses to repair under warranty any intermittent car issue, even if it's a safety issue. This is even in light of video evidence demonstrating the problem, unless they can make it happen in their shop. …”
NHTSA complaint #10934291, filed 2016-12, 30,000 milesMileage when problems were reported
88% of the 24 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 10,748 and 46,000 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Trend: stable. Complaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
Recalls and investigations
- 24V608000Aug 13, 2024Electrical system › Wiring › Connectors/plugs/receptaclesCovers: BMW 328XI 2012–2016, 528I 2012–2016, 328I 2012–2016 +8 more
BMW of North America, LLC. (BMW) is recalling certain 2012-2015 X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i, 2012-2016 Z4 sDrive28i, 528i, 528i xDrive, 328i, 328xi, 2016-2018 X5 xdrive 40e, 2014-2016 228i, 228xi, 428i, 428i xDrive, 328xi Gran Turismo, 2013-2017 X3 sDrive28i…
- 15V520000Aug 17, 2015Exterior lightingCovers: BMW 328XI 2012–2015, 328I 2012–2015, 335XI 2012–2015 +6 more
BMW North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2012-2015 320i, 320xi, 328i, 328xi, 335i, 335xi, and ActiveHybrid3 vehicles manufactured October 20, 2011, to June 22, 2015, 2014-2015 328xi Sports Wagon vehicles manufactured March 21, 2013, to…
Recall details for the 2013 BMW 328XI → · 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. 9 on record; the latest 9 are shown.
- 10249437Jan 16, 2024Electrical system, Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). 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…
- 10193494Aug 1, 2018Electrical system. Butt connector for repairing a plug connection. The ?top up coolant? message is displayed in the central display (CC message ID 166). When checking the cooling system there are no leaks found and…
- 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
- 10215023Jun 1, 2017Brakes. Visual Inspection of Brake discs/Rotors for new car deliveries
- 10193495Apr 6, 2015Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). The customer complains of rattling noises from the rear window when driving on rough roads.
- 10057707Feb 1, 2015Air bags, Interior lighting. Bmw:some bmw models may or may not display airbag warning light.
- 10057568Oct 1, 2014Exterior lighting. Bmw: 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, f07, f10, f12, f13…
Other model years of the BMW 328XI
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 14 | 6,923 | 2 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2014 | 17 | 25,000 | 3 | — | — | — | Rising |
| 2013 | 27 | 33,120 | 2 | — | — | 42 · Typical | Stable |
| 2011 | 67 | 79,000 | 3 | — | — | 50 · Typical | Stable |
| 2010 | 17 | 88,500 | 3 | — | — | — | Falling |
| 2009 | 11 | 100,000 | 4 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2008 | 99 | 65,000 | 3 | — | 20 | 55 · Typical | Falling |
| 2007 | 198 | 70,000 | 4 | — | 20 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2006 | 5 | 33,000 | 3 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
All BMW 328XI model years · Best and worst years by complaints
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2013 BMW 328XI have?
NHTSA recorded 27 consumer complaints for the 2013 BMW 328XI as of Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2013 BMW 328XI is reported most often?
Engine is named most often, in 7 complaints (26% of the total), followed by transmission and drivetrain with 7.
Has the 2013 BMW 328XI been recalled?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
At what mileage are problems with the 2013 BMW 328XI reported?
Among the 24 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 33,120 miles and the middle half falls between 10,748 and 46,000 miles; 88% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
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.
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.