2017 BMW 330I Problems
Compared with other BMW 330I years
Fewer complaints than typical for this model
0/100 0.2× a typical year · 50 = typical
- Complaint rate is 0.2× that of a typical BMW 330I 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.
- 4 of its 42 complaints were filed by the end of 2019.
- Most reported part: Engine (20 complaints, median 52,600 mi).
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
- 42filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 30,200miles, 10 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 0campaigns on record
- Trend
- RisingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% higher than in the 3 years before.
- NHTSA crash rating
- 5 / 5stars overall, 3 rated versions
- EPA fuel economy
- 27 mpgcombined, 2.0L 4-cyl RWD · 23 city / 34 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2017 BMW 330I (complaints, recalls, investigations), NHTSA crash tests, EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 42 consumer complaints for the 2017 BMW 330I. The part named most often is engine, with 20 complaints (48% of the total), followed by other or unknown (11) and electrical system (4). 10 of the complaints include a mileage, and 60% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 30,200 miles. NHTSA lists 0 recall campaigns and 310 technical service bulletins for this model year. Engine complaints overlap with 23 technical service bulletins filed under the same part. Other or unknown complaints overlap with 4 technical service bulletins filed under the same part. Compared with the other 4 BMW 330I model years that have at least 25 complaints and are old enough to compare, this one scores 0 out of 100, where 50 is a typical year for the model (fewer complaints than 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.
- Engine20 48%
- Other or unknown11 26%
- Electrical system4 9.5%
- Seat belts4 9.5%
- Engine cooling3 7.1%
- Vehicle speed control2 4.8%
- Air bags1 2.4%
- Brakes1 2.4%
Also reported: Exterior lighting (1), Forward collision avoidance (1), Fuel system (1), Lane departure (1), Seats (1), Steering (1), Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors) (1).
Example complaints
Engine: “Coolant Leak from oil filter housing caused a major repair. The Car has about 109,000 miles. Parked it after work on a Thursday went to drive it to a family dinner Friday, i turned the car on and immediately get a low coolant light. I drove 2 miles down the road, Suddenly the coolant started pouring out and the coolant light comes on again, i return home and have to take my girlfriends car. …”
NHTSA complaint #11562211, filed 2023-12Other or unknown: “I was driving on a free way during rush hour when I heard an explosion. I pulled over and discovered the moon roof to the car had shattered and created a vertical protrusion from the window. The temperature that afternoon was 109 and I had driven from an altitude of 7,000 feet to 1,200 feet. There was also a significant drop in temperature from the higher elevation. A highway patrol officer stopped to offer assistance and noted he had worked in dealership and the problem was common. …”
NHTSA complaint #11104996, filed 2018-07, 14,600 milesElectrical system: “The automatic liftgate would close all of a sudden when I'm reaching for item(s) deep in the cargo area. I was told by the dealer that since my feet are under the hands-free/ kick sensor for the automatic lift gate that that would activate it. However, the liftgate would also open or close when I'm not under the sensor such as filling up for gas or putting the car cover on. Fortunately, this only happens when the car is stationary. This problem has occurred since purchase in 2018, but dealer service has not been able to duplicate the situation.”
NHTSA complaint #11307236, filed 2020-02, 13,402 milesSeat belts: “The 2 rear seat belts (not the middle one) became detached at the connection point at the top of the seat. The belts appear to have been torn or severed as if they were cut at the point where they are attached.”
NHTSA complaint #11192123, filed 2019-03, 13,000 milesMileage when problems were reported
60% of the 10 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 13,402 and 55,000 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Trend: rising. Complaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% higher than in the 3 years before.
Crash test ratings
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2017 BMW 330I. Frontal results are shown driver / passenger; rollover shows the star rating and NHTSA's estimated risk of rolling over in a single-vehicle crash.
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Side pole | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Series · sedan AWD | ★★★★★ | 4 / 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 · 9.5% risk |
| 3 Series · wagon AWD | ★★★★★ | 4 / 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 · 9.5% risk |
| 3 Series · sedan RWD | ★★★★★ | 4 / 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 · 9.5% risk |
Neighbouring years: 2018: same overall rating. A redesign between years can change both the car and the test.
Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (5-Star Safety Ratings), nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 2017 BMW 330I version. Annual fuel cost is the EPA's estimate at its current fuel prices for 15,000 miles a year (55% city driving).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 330i RWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | 8-speed automatic | 23 | 34 | 27 | $3,050 |
| 330i RWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | 6-speed manual | 21 | 32 | 25 | $3,300 |
| 330i xDrive AWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | 8-speed automatic | 23 | 33 | 26 | $3,150 |
| 330i xDrive Gran Turismo AWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | 8-speed automatic | 23 | 33 | 26 | $3,150 |
| 330i xDrive Sports Wagon AWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | 8-speed automatic | 23 | 33 | 26 | $3,150 |
Source: U.S. EPA and Department of Energy, fueleconomy.gov. Ratings are for comparing vehicles; real-world mileage varies with driving and conditions.
Recalls and investigations
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 2017 BMW 330I in the data used here. A recall can apply to some vehicles of a model year and not others, so check a specific vehicle by 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. 310 on record; the latest 10 are shown.
- 11032730May 5, 2026Engine. The EVAP systems purge (vent) valve limited warranty for defects in materials or workmanship has been extended to 15 years / 150,000 miles as determined from the original in-service date.
- 11008102Sep 16, 2024Engine. For this vehicle, the EVAP systems purge (vent) valve limited warranty for defects in materials or workmanship has been extended to 15 years/150,000 miles, from the original 10 years/120,000 miles…
- 10249437Jan 16, 2024Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors), Electrical system. 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…
- 10245364Nov 16, 2023Engine cooling. Diesel fuel injectors: ltd wty extension to 10 years/120,000 miles
- 10245365Nov 13, 2023Engine cooling. Pressure control valve (pcv) extended ltd wty 15 years/150,000 miles
- 10238090May 1, 2023Electrical system. After programming the head unit (HU-H2), activating the FSC (German word Freischaltcode) Enabling Codes repeatedly fails.
- 10238081May 1, 2023Body and structure. Upon opening and closing the tailgate, a creaking/groaning sound can be heard from tailgate actuator.
- 10235205Mar 1, 2023Electrical system, Equipment. The 3G network in the US has been shut down. This means that only the 4G network will be available. In the 4G network, voice calls will be transferred via the Voice over LTE (VoLTE) function. For…
- 10235202Mar 1, 2023Electrical system, Exterior lighting. Exterior rear lights do not work.
Other model years of the BMW 330I
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 6 | — | 1 | — | 31 | — | Too new |
| 2024 | 6 | 8,000 | 2 | — | 29 | — | Too new |
| 2022 | 6 | — | 3 | 5 | 30 | — | Not enough data |
| 2021 | 29 | 32,270 | 7 | 5 | 30 | 50 · Typical | Rising |
| 2020 | 53 | 34,000 | 11 | — | 30 | 68 · More | Rising |
| 2019 | 41 | 13,000 | 9 | 5 | 30 | 68 · More | Rising |
| 2018 | 32 | 36,500 | 1 | 5 | 27 | 0 · Fewer | Rising |
| 2017 | 42 | 30,200 | 0 | 5 | 27 | 0 · Fewer | Rising |
| 2006 | 219 | 85,500 | 7 | — | 21 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2005 | 28 | 77,250 | 4 | — | 21 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 2004 | 113 | 99,480 | 4 | — | 21 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2003 | 77 | 81,500 | 6 | — | 21 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2002 | 45 | 79,000 | 6 | — | 22 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2001 | 116 | 91,453 | 7 | — | 21 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
All BMW 330I model years · Best and worst years by complaints
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2017 BMW 330I have?
NHTSA recorded 42 consumer complaints for the 2017 BMW 330I as of Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2017 BMW 330I is reported most often?
Engine is named most often, in 20 complaints (48% of the total), followed by other or unknown with 11.
Has the 2017 BMW 330I been recalled?
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for this model year in the data used here. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How did the 2017 BMW 330I do in NHTSA crash tests?
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings give the 2017 BMW 330I 5 out of 5 stars overall, across 3 rated versions (body style and drive). Ratings from different model years are only comparable when the vehicle was not redesigned in between.
What gas mileage does the 2017 BMW 330I get?
The EPA rates the 2017 BMW 330I (330i, 2.0L 4-cyl) at 27 mpg combined, 23 city and 34 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $3,050 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.
At what mileage are problems with the 2017 BMW 330I reported?
Among the 10 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 30,200 miles and the middle half falls between 13,402 and 55,000 miles; 60% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate. Crash ratings are from NHTSA’s New Car Assessment Program. Fuel economy is from the EPA and DOE (fueleconomy.gov).
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.