2016 BMW 428I Problems
Compared with other BMW 428I years
Fewer complaints than typical for this model
20/100 0.5× a typical year · 50 = typical
- Complaint rate is 0.5× that of a typical BMW 428I 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.
- 3 of its 44 complaints were filed by the end of 2018.
- Most reported part: Electrical system (24 complaints, median 74,000 mi).
- 1 recall campaign 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
- 44filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 33,500miles, 12 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 1campaigns 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
- —no overall rating published
- EPA fuel economy
- 27 mpgcombined, 2.0L 4-cyl RWD · 23 city / 34 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2016 BMW 428I (complaints, recalls, investigations), EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 44 consumer complaints for the 2016 BMW 428I. The part named most often is electrical system, with 24 complaints (55% of the total), followed by engine cooling (17) and engine (6). 12 of the complaints include a mileage, and 75% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 33,500 miles. Of all complaints, 2 involved a crash, 3 an injury, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign and 343 technical service bulletins for this model year. Electrical system complaints overlap with 95 technical service bulletins filed under the same part. Engine cooling complaints overlap with 1 recall campaign covering the pump and 40 technical service bulletins filed under the same part. Compared with the other 2 BMW 428I model years that have at least 25 complaints and are old enough to compare, this one scores 20 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.
- Electrical system24 55%
- Engine cooling17 39%
- Engine6 14%
- Other or unknown6 14%
- Brakes3 6.8%
- Fuel system2 4.5%
- Body and structure2 4.5%
- Vehicle speed control2 4.5%
- Air bags1 2.3%
Also reported: Electronic stability control (1), Steering (1), Suspension (1), Transmission and drivetrain (1), Wheels (1).
Example complaints
Electrical system: “The door lock actuator-driver's side periodically sticks in a locked position. When I attempt to exit the car,the locking mechanism does not release when door handle is pulled.I have to press unlock button to deactivate the lock and have handle return to normal function.I believe this is a safety issue that needs to be remedied by Bmw”
NHTSA complaint #11388398, filed 2021-01, 33,000 milesEngine cooling: “The contact owns a 2016 BMW 428I. The contact stated that upon further inspection, the vehicle had an abnormal engine coolant leak. No warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that the engine temperature gauge was rising abnormally. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V608000 (Engine and Engine Cooling, Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. …”
NHTSA complaint #11680197, filed 2025-08, 115,000 milesEngine: “When diving on the freeway I had an drive terrain malfunction error in my Bmw 4281. My car stared to slow down extremely fast and I could not accelerate to get over to the far right lane safely. Everything seemed to be in some lock mode and I would press the gas and would only go less than 20 MPH. Almost got rear ended 3 times and sideswiped by a big rig trying to make it over into the far right emergency lane. My wife and I thought we were going to be killed or cause a major accident. Could not even get in neutral just to coast over. Made it over called sos road side assistants. …”
NHTSA complaint #11040205, filed 2017-10, 15,000 milesOther or unknown: “Exploding sunroof. Sunroof was in the full open position when it just suddenly exploded. It sounded like a gun going off in the car. Glass shards went flying down on me. One shard went into my hand. I was on an entrance ramp to the interstate on a sunny day when it happened. Speed was approximately 55mph.”
NHTSA complaint #11388846, filed 2021-01, 80,000 milesMileage when problems were reported
75% of the 12 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 25,430 and 36,000 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.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 2016 BMW 428I 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 428i Convertible RWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | 8-speed automatic | 23 | 34 | 27 | $3,050 |
| 428i Coupe RWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | 8-speed automatic | 23 | 35 | 27 | $3,050 |
| 428i Coupe RWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | 6-speed manual | 22 | 33 | 26 | $3,150 |
| 428i Gran Coupe RWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | 8-speed automatic | 23 | 34 | 27 | $3,050 |
| 428i xDrive Convertible AWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | 8-speed automatic | 21 | 32 | 25 | $3,300 |
| 428i xDrive Coupe AWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | 8-speed automatic | 22 | 33 | 26 | $3,150 |
| 428i xDrive Gran Coupe AWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | 8-speed automatic | 22 | 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
- 24V608000Aug 13, 2024Engine and engine cooling › Cooling system › PumpCovers: BMW 428I 2014–2016, 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…
Recall details for the 2016 BMW 428I → · 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. 343 on record; the latest 10 are shown.
- 11037501Sep 3, 2026Body and structure. The coverage period for qualifying lower rear side panel water drain repair that addresses the issues described in the Service Information Bulletin has been extended to 15 years / 150,000 miles, as…
- 11009423Oct 25, 2024Fuel system. Fuel tank limited warranty for leakage, due to defects in materials or workmanship, has been extended to 15 years/150,000 miles as determined from the original in-service date
- 11009422Oct 25, 2024Fuel system. Fuel tank limited warranty for leakage, due to defects in materials or workmanship, has been extended to 15 years/150,000 miles as determined from the original in-service date
- 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…
- 10245365Nov 13, 2023Engine cooling. Pressure control valve (pcv) extended ltd wty 15 years/150,000 miles
- 10245372Nov 8, 2023Body and structure. The paint finish on the door jamb (above the door striker) is scratched due to the inner door cavity window seal.
- 10242694Aug 1, 2023Seats. ?The front seat will not calibrate/initialize, and the stored faults cannot be deleted.
- 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.
Other model years of the BMW 428I
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 44 | 33,500 | 1 | — | 27 | 20 · Fewer | Rising |
| 2015 | 78 | 60,000 | 5 | — | 26 | 81 · More | Rising |
| 2014 | 36 | 52,000 | 6 | — | 26 | 50 · Typical | Rising |
All BMW 428I model years · Best and worst years by complaints
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2016 BMW 428I have?
NHTSA recorded 44 consumer complaints for the 2016 BMW 428I as of Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2016 BMW 428I is reported most often?
Electrical system is named most often, in 24 complaints (55% of the total), followed by engine cooling with 17.
Has the 2016 BMW 428I been recalled?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2016 BMW 428I get?
The EPA rates the 2016 BMW 428I (428i Convertible, 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 2016 BMW 428I reported?
Among the 12 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 33,500 miles and the middle half falls between 25,430 and 36,000 miles; 75% 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. 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.