2001 BMW 330I Other or unknown Problems
- Complaints
- 6about this part
- Share
- 5%of 116 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 74,250miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 6 complaints about the other or unknown of the 2001 BMW 330I, 5% of the 116 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 74,250 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.
“Upon exiting the freeway a horrible, continuous metallic scraping noise began. I had heard this periodically on my drive, but until now it was not continuous. Looking under the car, I could see the metal gas tank strap hanging and resting on the ground. It was the passenger side front that failed, so the strap was pointing forward. I assume it was only periodically at first because it took some time for my actual gas tank to slip down forcing the strap against the asphalt. …”
NHTSA complaint #10444547, filed 2012-01, 171,330 miles“Since the purchase of my car in may 2001, the gas pedal seems to have a problem when shifting from first gear to second gear. All of a sudden the engine races on its own and the car lunges forward. Several visits to the dealer and road tests have come up with nothing. The dealers have been unable to pinpoint the problem. I still have the car which I drive very cautiously.”
NHTSA complaint #10007865, filed 2003-02, 20 miles“Separation and delamination of interior cloth on interior header and interior support pillars cloth in rear was obstructing rear view do to dropping down. Cost of replacement $1499.27.”
NHTSA complaint #10160437, filed 2006-06, 87,500 miles“The contact owns a 2001 Bmw 330I. While driving approximately 50 MPH, smoke appeared from the air conditioning vents. The contact pulled the vehicle over to the side of the road where it burst into flames. A local fire department was called to extinguish the fire. A fire report was filed. There were no injuries. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic. The vehicle has not been inspected. The VIN and failure mileage were unknown.”
NHTSA complaint #11052226, filed 2017-12“While driving engine check light would appear and remain on. Vehicle would then pull from left to right. Had vehicle towed to dealership. Mechanic indicated could not locate cause of problem.”
NHTSA complaint #6900643, filed 2001-12Other or unknown: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 3 | 50% |
| 2022 | 1 | 17% |
| 2021 | 5 | 17% |
| 2020 | 7 | 13% |
| 2019 | 9 | 22% |
| 2018 | 6 | 19% |
| 2017 | 11 | 26% |
| 2006 | 6 | 3% |
| 2005 | 1 | 4% |
| 2004 | 2 | 2% |
| 2003 | 2 | 3% |
| 2001 | 6 | 5% |
Other parts of the 2001 BMW 330I
35 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
23 complaintsElectrical system
15 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
10 complaintsEngine cooling
8 complaintsFuel system
8 complaintsExterior lighting
7 complaintsBody and structure
7 complaintsTires
6 complaintsSuspension
5 complaintsVehicle speed control
5 complaintsWheels
5 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2001 BMW 330I
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.
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