NHTSA Data Explorer
BMW 330i
Data refreshed September 6, 2026
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Complaints
1,703
Active records
Recalls
58
Active records
TSBs
1,104
Active records
Filing history
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Reported severity
Based on consumer complaints filed since 2000. Recalls and TSBs do not include severity data.
Deaths
2
Injuries
70
Crashes
61
Fires
58
Top reported issues — BMW 330i
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Safety restraint issue
Condition issue
Reporting mechanism
Operating state
Thermal issue
Lighting behavior
Access/entry issue
Engine behavior
Fluid issue
Transmission/drivetrain behavior
Safety restraint behavior
Performance issue
Noise
Electrical issue
Starting behavior
Steering behavior
Driver assistance issue
Vibration/harshness
Braking behavior
Smell
Recent change
HVAC behavior
Powering on/off behavior
Ride/handling behavior
Wiper/washer behavior
Infotainment behavior
Communication/network issue
Recent filings
The 10 most recent filings for each type.
2023 BMW 330I
Filed Sep 1, 2026
I own a 2023 BMW 330i xDrive. The factory passenger-side/right-front inner LED daytime running light has failed while the other headlight functions continue to operate normally. The vehicle has not been involved in a collision, the headlight has not been physically damaged, and no aftermarket DRL or headlight components have been installed. The affected factory BMW/HELLA right-front headlamp is BMW part number 63 11 7 886 944 (63117886944), with HELLA number 7886664-03 and HELLA assembly…
2019 BMW 330I
Filed Aug 26, 2026
On XXX approximately 2:02am my car was seen on fire parked in driveway on [XXX] . INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
2020 BMW 330I
Filed Aug 21, 2026
The left hydraulic engine motor mount (P/N 22117581621) completely collapsed and failed at 6 years and only 24,811 miles. The right mount was also replaced at the same time (P/N 22117581622). The failure allows unsafe, excessive engine movement and shifting under rotational torque loads. This shifting creates an immediate safety hazard, risking the sudden compromise of surrounding mechanical systems, cooling lines, and electrical harnesses while the vehicle is in motion. BMW North America…
2019 BMW 330I
Filed Jul 23, 2026
The contact owned a 2019 BMW 330I. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked at the residence in the driveway, there was an abnormal cracking sound coming from outside the residence. The contact checked and became aware that the vehicle was on fire. The vehicle was unoccupied at the time. The contact stated that the residential camera showed that the fire had started by the front driver's side tire. The Fire Department arrived at the residence and extinguished the fire. The residence…
2024 BMW 330I
Filed Jul 23, 2026
The contact owns a 2024 BMW 330I. The contact stated that while attempting to reverse(R), the gear shifter was shifted into reverse; however, the vehicle unexpectedly accelerated forward and crashed into another vehicle. No warning lights were illuminated. There were no air bags deployed. No injuries were sustained. A Police report was not filed. The failure had occurred on several occasions. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer to be diagnosed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer…
2023 BMW 330I
Filed Jul 21, 2026
The contact owns a 2023 BMW 330I. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V056000 (Electrical System). The local dealer was contacted and confirmed that parts were not yet available for the recall repair. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The contact had not experienced a failure.
2021 BMW 330I
Filed Jul 17, 2026
The contact owns a 2021 BMW 330I. The contact stated that while entering the vehicle, there was an audible alert heard, and a red air bag light was displayed on the instrument panel. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed with a failure in the driver’s side knee air bags. The air bags were replaced, and the airbag module was reprogrammed. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 30,868.
2019 BMW 330I
Filed Jul 10, 2026
KAFAS Mid Camera has software malfunction, internal fault, system does not operate as designed. Takes down all driver assistance features. Module unable to accept new coding/programming. BMW service information - B66 20 19
2025 BMW 330I
Filed Jul 6, 2026
I have had to replace 6 of these tires on all wheels within in year as they develop bubbles even after almost being new with little mileage. I know of others who have similar problem. The service persons tell me that I am not alone with this issue. My son in his brand new BMW with same tires just got a bubble with 3K mikes on it.
2022 BMW 330I
Filed Jul 2, 2026
See attached document for complaint.