2011 Bmw 328I - Ratings, Complaints and Recalls

The 2011 BMW 328I C RWD has a rollover rating of 5, indicating a low risk of rollover accidents. While the overall safety rating is not provided, the car is equipped with standard electronic stability control, which helps drivers maintain control in slippery conditions. However, it does not have forward collision warning or lane departure warning systems.

In terms of complaints and recalls, the vehicle has a significant number of complaints, with 538 reported, and has been subject to 10 recalls. These numbers suggest potential issues with the vehicle that owners and potential buyers should be aware of.

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Complaint Count

538

Recall Count

10

Investigation Count

1

Safety Rating

Not Rated

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Safety Features

2011 BMW 328 I C RWD Safety Features

Here are the safety features that come as standard on the 2011 BMW 328 I C RWD

Electronic Stability Control (ESC)

ESC is an advanced safety feature in vehicles designed to help drivers maintain control during challenging driving conditions. By continuously monitoring various factors such as steering angle, vehicle speed, and individual wheel speeds, ESC can detect and reduce the risk of skidding or loss of control. It achieves this by automatically applying brakes to specific wheels to stabilize the vehicle.

Standard
Forward Collision Warning (FCW)

Forward Collision Warning (FCW) is a safety feature in vehicles that helps prevent frontal collisions by alerting the driver of an imminent collision with a vehicle or obstacle ahead. Using sensors such as radar or cameras, FCW monitors the distance and speed of vehicles in front, and if it detects a potential collision, it provides visual and/or auditory warnings to prompt the driver to take evasive action.

No
Lane Departure Warning (LDW)

Lane Departure Warning (LDW) is a safety feature in vehicles that alerts drivers when their vehicle unintentionally drifts out of its lane without signaling. Utilizing cameras or sensors to monitor lane markings on the road, LDW detects when the vehicle crosses these lines and triggers visual, auditory, or haptic alerts to notify the driver of potential lane departure.

No

2011 BMW 328 I C RWD Safety Ratings

Here we have the crash and rollover ratings for the 2011 BMW 328 I C RWD Where possible we've included the ratings for the oldest and latest models of this car so you can compare how the safety ratings have changed over time.

Frontal Crash Ratings

Combines Driver and Passenger star ratings into a single frontal rating. The frontal barrier test simulates a head-on collision between two similar vehicles, each moving at 35 mph.

Test 2011 Score 2015 Score
Overall Front Crash Rating Not Rated 4
Front Crash Driver Side Rating Not Rated 4
Front Crash Passenger Side Rating Not Rated 5

Side Crash Ratings

Combines Side Barrier and Side Pole Star Ratings into a single side rating.

Test 2011 Score 2015 Score
Overall Side Crash Rating Not Rated 5
Side Crash Drivers Side Rating Not Rated 5
Side Crash Passenger Side Rating Not Rated 5
Combined Side Barrier Pole Rating - Front Not Rated 5
Combined Side Barrier Pole Rating - Rear Not Rated 5
Overall Side Barrier Rating Not Rated 5

Rollover Ratings

The Rollover Resistance test measures the risk of rollover in a single-vehicle, loss-of-control scenario.

Test 2011 Score 2015 Score
Rollover Rating 5 5
Rollover Possibility % 0% 0%
Dynamic Tip Result No Tip No Tip
Side Pole Crash Rating Not Rated 5

Complaints for the 2011 Bmw 328I

This chart show the number of complaints for each car component. A Higher number of complaints could indicate that this car might have a common fault. Something to look out for when purchasing one.

Component Complaints

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Complaint:
"2011 bmw 328i stalled in an intersection, car then started to act bogged down. waring light came on. i took the car to a mechanic shop where they found a bolt head inside / bottom of our oil pan. i then researched online and found that bmw has a recall for a (vanos failure sheared bolts/recall). i contacted my local dealership and received a very unwelcomed response to this issue. they told me because another mechanic worked on this vehicle other than a certified bmw mechanic/location that the recall would not be valid. i called bmw customer service line and was told that is not true. it is a safety recall and to try calling another dealership to set up an appointment. unfortunately, other dealerships won't even call me back to set anything up. it seems no one cares even though we have the proof with this bolt in hand. we cannot drive the car based on the bmw's recall information as to a safety risk, yet no one wants to help. there's no offer to get us a rental car or any solution to when we can take our car in for repair. shame on you bmw for your lack of empathy to your millions of customers who have supported and purchased your product through the years."
Components Involved: ENGINE
Date of incident: 2025-12-01
Complaint:
"the contact owns a 2011 bmw 328i. the contact stated that while the vehicle was idling, the vehicle stalled without warning. the contact stated that several attempts were needed to restart the vehicle before being able to accelerate forward. the contact stated that while accelerating, the engine was louder than expected while revving. the check engine warning light was illuminated. the air bags warning light was also illuminated. the contact stated that the failure was more persistent during the winter months. the vehicle had been taken to an independent mechanic however, the cause of the failure was not determined. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer had been made aware of the failure and it was confirmed that there no recalls associated with the vin. the failure mileage was 90,000."
Components Involved: ENGINE
Date of incident: 2019-05-01
Complaint:
"i reported this failure to nhtsa at the time of the incident as well. you should have a record of it. the engine failed under the exact circumstances as the recall it's under. upon inspection our bmw dealer service department determined that our engine experienced extensive damage and would need repairs beyond that of simply replacing the vanos bolts or mechanism. bmw na is refusing to repair my vehicle under the guise of the "remedy is not available" it is almost a year that we have been without the use of our car so please instruct them to begin repairs now as the new bolts will surely be available by the time the rest of the engine is either repaired or replaced. thank you."
Components Involved: ENGINE
Date of incident: 2023-01-03
Complaint:
"the contact owns a 2011 bmw 328xi. the contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle was shaking excessively from the engine compartment. the contact stated while driving, the 4wd, brakes, and service engine warning lights were illuminated. the contact stated that while the warning lights were illuminated, the cruise control was inoperable. the dealer was not contacted. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. the failure mileage was 122,000."
Components Involved: ENGINE
Date of incident: 2023-01-12
Complaint:
"nhtsa recall number23v707 recall statusrecall incomplete, remedy not yet available. this recall has been open for over 2 months and i can not drive my car since then. when will there be a fix? i cant afford to keep renting a car to wait for this fix."
Components Involved: ENGINE
Date of incident: 2023-04-11
Complaint:
"due to engine problems, caused by the recall, car cannot be driven. been parked at a bmw dealership for over a month with no remedy insight."
Components Involved: ENGINE
Date of incident: 2024-08-11
Complaint:
"i have an open recall (10/20/23) and called both the bmw recall hotline and my local bmw dealer for more information. (east bay bmw, pleasanton, ca) the dealer would not provide the recall information and the hotline provided some of this information. neither could provide me with a timeline for bmw setting a remedy. unfortunately my bmw is experiencing some of the symptoms. when can i reasonably expect a remedy decision? i appreciate your help btw- i have set up a claim with bmw. thank you, [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6)"
Components Involved: ENGINE
Date of incident: 2024-12-11
Complaint:
"i own a 2011 bmw 328 xi my vamous bolts snapped off and there a recall on it.i being charge 1800 dollar from my understanding it's supposed to be free at charge for safety recalls.my vin number is [xxx] would like to receive a copy of my recall letter thru mail and thru email.my email is [xxx] address is [xxx] . my name is [xxx] u. information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6)"
Components Involved: ENGINE
Date of incident: 2024-11-11
Complaint:
"engine camshaft bolts sheered off inside top of motor , did searching online and found this common problem in certain years and model. bmw offered a 10 year replacement campaign for faulty bolts and damage they caused. the only problem is mine is beyond that time period as it just happened. similar to many other bmw owners "it happened after the warranty period has ended" even though defective bolts are still causing problems. this should be a simple be a recall with no warranty period , because bolts are defective and still damaging motors."
Components Involved: ENGINE
Date of incident: 2024-11-10
Complaint:
"vanos assembly bolts broke and engine stalled. vehicle was taken into dealership two weeks earlier due to check engine light being on. dealer checked and cleared "check engine errors" and reset and reported that i would need to replace "vanos solenoids" intake and exhaust soon so i was told i could drive the car and if the solenoids went out i could still drive the car. two weeks later is when the bolts broke and car stalled and would not restart. at this time i arranged to have the car towed in and after inspecting car i was told that the "vanos assembly bolts" broke. to better understand the repair i went online and found this. recall campaign no. 14v-176: vanos assembly bolts. this is the same issue as the recall so i don't understand why this car or vin was not part of the recall."
Components Involved: ENGINE
Date of incident: 2023-10-10

Recalls for the 2011 Bmw 328I

Component Recalls

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Recall:
"bmw of north america, llc (bmw) is recalling certain 2008-2013 128i and 135i convertibles, 128i, 135i, and m coupes, 2007-2010 x3 30si and x3 xdrive30i, 2013-2015 x1 sdrive28i, x1 xdrive28i and x1 xdrive35i, 2007-2013 328i, 328i xdrive, 335i, 335is, 335i xdrive and m3 coupes, 2006-2011 328i, 328xi, 328i xdrive, 325i, 325xi, 330i, 330xi, 335i, 335xi, 335i xdrive and m3, 2009-2011 335d, 2006-2012 325xi, 328i, 328xi and 328i xdrive, 2010-2011 x6 activehybrid, 2007-2013 328i, 335i, 335is, m3 coupes, x5 30si, x5 xdrive30i, x5 xdrive35i, x5 48i, x5 xdrive48i, x5 xdrive50i and x5 m, 2009-2013 x5 xdrive35d and 2008-2014 x6 xdrive35i, x6 xdrive50i and x6m vehicles equipped with non-desiccated driver frontal air bag inflators containing phase stabilized ammonium nitrate (psan) that were used as interim remedy parts for previous takata recalls. these inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, high temperatures, and high temperature..."
Consequence:
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy:

BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver air bag. On X5 and X6 vehicles, only the inflator will be replaced. All repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began March 11, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Component(s) Involved: AIR BAGS > FRONTAL > DRIVER SIDE > INFLATOR MODULE
Date of incident: 2020-01-15

BMW Overall Complaint Ranking

This table shows the ranking of car manufacturers when it comes to most complaints and recalls. The manufacturer with the most complaints is at the top. However this doesn't necassarily mean they should be avoided. Some manufacturers might just have more popular or affordable cars which a lot of people have bought. Which means there's more scope for a complaint to be made. Use the ranking table below as a part your wider research into buying a car.

BMW ranks 12 out of 44 in the complaints ranking table.

Manufacturer Complaint Count Recall Count Ranking
FORD 208,358 3,259 1
CHEVROLET 111,306 2,082 2
TOYOTA 81,019 1,852 3
HONDA 61,937 1,268 4
NISSAN 56,226 930 5
DODGE 45,756 827 6
HYUNDAI 44,150 649 7
GMC 34,441 1,410 8
KIA 29,832 501 9
CHRYSLER 27,698 254 10
TESLA 26,230 730 11
BMW 24,890 1,877 12
VOLKSWAGEN 23,125 829 13
MERCEDES-BENZ 19,066 2,925 14
SUBARU 18,513 703 15
MAZDA 10,599 364 16
PONTIAC 10,430 138 17
CADILLAC 9,434 444 18
AUDI 7,865 1,093 19
BUICK 7,851 279 20
SATURN 7,672 84 21
MERCURY 7,374 135 22
LEXUS 6,373 408 23
LINCOLN 5,897 423 24
ACURA 5,722 382 25
MINI 5,585 366 26
INFINITI 4,000 187 27
MITSUBISHI 3,912 397 28
VOLVO 3,875 727 29
PORSCHE 2,646 1,231 30
SUZUKI 2,272 123 31
FIAT 2,205 80 32
SAAB 1,536 76 33
JAGUAR 1,195 198 34
SMART 528 17 35
GENESIS 436 42 36
ISUZU 249 37 37
ALFA ROMEO 161 37 38
MASERATI 76 46 39
BENTLEY 46 159 40
POLESTAR 42 2 41
LUCID 14 6 42
CODA 4 2 43
MAYBACH 0 0 44

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