2017 Bmw 328D

Problems, Recalls & Reliability Report

Excellent Reliability

Quick Summary

The 2017 Bmw 328D has 14 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — that's 0.2x the segment average of 80. The most common issue is fuel system problems (36% of all complaints), specifically: received letter from bmw in the fall of 2018 stating the nature of the recall and that parts would be available in december 2018. as of this morning, parts are still not available and was told it's at least 3-4 weeks away. is this typical wait time to address recall issues?.

Total Complaints

Recalls Issued

—/5

Safety Stars

0.2x

vs Segment Avg

Known Problems

FUEL SYSTEM

5 complaints

36%

• RECEIVED LETTER FROM BMW IN THE FALL OF 2018 STATING THE NATURE OF THE RECALL AND THAT PARTS WOULD BE AVAILABLE IN DECEMBER 2018. AS OF THIS MORNING, PARTS ARE STILL NOT AVAILABLE AND WAS TOLD IT'S AT LEAST 3-4 WEEKS AWAY. IS THIS TYPICAL WAIT TIME TO ADDRESS RECALL ISSUES?
• High Pressure Fuel Pump started going out on 15 April 2021 while under manufacturer warranty. Took to Moss Motors BMW in Lafayette LA. BMW found High Pressure Fuel pump issue, replaced fuel rail and sensors. Check Engine Light came back on 21 May 2021. Took to BMW of Mobile for inspection. BMW
• On February 5, 2022 while driving on 70 mph on I64 my vehicle shut down due to the recall causing the the high-pressure fuel pump to shut down causing the engine to stall and a message that there was a powertrain malfunction and the vehicle would not start back or go into gear. The interstate was ve

Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500

“RECEIVED LETTER FROM BMW IN THE FALL OF 2018 STATING THE NATURE OF THE RECALL AND THAT PARTS WOULD BE AVAILABLE IN DECEMBER 2018. AS OF THIS MORNING, PARTS ARE STILL NOT AVAILABLE AND WAS TOLD IT'S AT LEAST 3-4 WEEKS AWAY. IS THIS TYPICAL WAIT TIME TO ADDRESS RECALL ISSUES?”

— NHTSA complaint filing

OTHER

4 complaints

29%

• THIS RECALL NHTSA RECALL NUMBER 19V349 HAS BEEN OPEN ON MY VEHICLE SINCE APRIL AND BMW HAS NOT REPAIRED MY VEHICLE YET. I WENT INTO THE SERVICE DEPARTMENT YESTERDAY AND ASKED THEM TO COMPLETE THE REPAIRS AND THEY SAID THEY DO NOT HAVE THE PARTS TO COMPLETE THE REPAIRS. I HAVE A 10 MONTH OLD BABY T
• On February 5, 2022 while driving on 70 mph on I64 my vehicle shut down due to the recall causing the the high-pressure fuel pump to shut down causing the engine to stall and a message that there was a powertrain malfunction and the vehicle would not start back or go into gear. The interstate was ve
• Failed component: Failure for a motor vehicle to signal the intention to perform a U-TURN maneuver. Safety at risk: U-TURN maneuvers often result in accidents that cause material damage, severe injuries and death of motorists, passengers, motorcycle riders, bicyclists, and pedestrians. These acc

Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500

“THIS RECALL NHTSA RECALL NUMBER 19V349 HAS BEEN OPEN ON MY VEHICLE SINCE APRIL AND BMW HAS NOT REPAIRED MY VEHICLE YET. I WENT INTO THE SERVICE DEPARTMENT YESTERDAY AND ASKED THEM TO COMPLETE THE REPAIRS AND THEY SAID THEY DO NOT HAVE THE PARTS TO COMPLETE THE REPAIRS. I HAVE A 10 MONTH OLD BABY T”

— NHTSA complaint filing

ENGINE

3 complaints

21%

• RECEIVED LETTER FROM BMW IN THE FALL OF 2018 STATING THE NATURE OF THE RECALL AND THAT PARTS WOULD BE AVAILABLE IN DECEMBER 2018. AS OF THIS MORNING, PARTS ARE STILL NOT AVAILABLE AND WAS TOLD IT'S AT LEAST 3-4 WEEKS AWAY. IS THIS TYPICAL WAIT TIME TO ADDRESS RECALL ISSUES?
• RECALL CAMPAIGN # 18V-755 EXHAUST GAS RECIRCULATION (EGR). I HAD WAITED 7 MONTHS TO GET THE FIX COMPLETED. I WROTE A LETTER TO THE CEO OF BMW USA. THEY HAD A REPRESENTATIVE ASSIGNED TO MY CASE. I TOLD THEM THAT THIS DEFECT IS A SAFETY ISSUE FOR MY FAMILY AND GAVE THEN 30 DAYS TO FIX IT WHICH EXP
• On February 5, 2022 while driving on 70 mph on I64 my vehicle shut down due to the recall causing the the high-pressure fuel pump to shut down causing the engine to stall and a message that there was a powertrain malfunction and the vehicle would not start back or go into gear. The interstate was ve

Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500

— NHTSA complaint filing

LIGHTING

1 complaints

• Headlight vertical aim control malfunction, TONS of f series BMWs affected.

Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500

“Headlight vertical aim control malfunction, TONS of f series BMWs affected.”

— NHTSA complaint filing

BRAKES

1 complaints

• I started to hear a grinding noise from the center-underside of my car about 4 months ago. I did some research and found that many BMW customers had experienced the same noise and the diagnosis was a parking brake line that drops on the main driveshaft after breaking free of the plastic support that

Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500

“I started to hear a grinding noise from the center-underside of my car about 4 months ago. I did some research and found that many BMW customers had experienced the same noise and the diagnosis was a parking brake line that drops on the main driveshaft after breaking free of the plastic support that”

— NHTSA complaint filing

Estimated Repair Costs

FUEL SYSTEM(~50K mi)

$500

OTHER(~50K mi)

$500

ENGINE(~50K mi)

$500

LIGHTING(~50K mi)

$500

BRAKES(~50K mi)

$500

Estimates based on average reported repair costs. Actual costs vary by location, shop, and severity.

🔍 Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist

Based on 14 owner complaints for this specific year, here's what to check or ask about:

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FUEL SYSTEM: RECEIVED LETTER FROM BMW IN THE FALL OF 2018 STATING THE NATURE OF THE RECALL AND THAT PARTS WOULD BE AVAILABLE IN DECEMBER 2018. AS OF THIS MORNING, PARTS ARE STILL NOT AVAILABLE AND WAS TOLD IT'S AT LEAST 3-4 WEEKS AWAY. IS THIS TYPICAL WAIT TIME TO ADDRESS RECALL ISSUES?
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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OTHER: THIS RECALL NHTSA RECALL NUMBER 19V349 HAS BEEN OPEN ON MY VEHICLE SINCE APRIL AND BMW HAS NOT REPAIRED MY VEHICLE YET. I WENT INTO THE SERVICE DEPARTMENT YESTERDAY AND ASKED THEM TO COMPLETE THE REPAIRS AND THEY SAID THEY DO NOT HAVE THE PARTS TO COMPLETE THE REPAIRS. I HAVE A 10 MONTH OLD BABY T
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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ENGINE: RECEIVED LETTER FROM BMW IN THE FALL OF 2018 STATING THE NATURE OF THE RECALL AND THAT PARTS WOULD BE AVAILABLE IN DECEMBER 2018. AS OF THIS MORNING, PARTS ARE STILL NOT AVAILABLE AND WAS TOLD IT'S AT LEAST 3-4 WEEKS AWAY. IS THIS TYPICAL WAIT TIME TO ADDRESS RECALL ISSUES?
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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LIGHTING: Headlight vertical aim control malfunction, TONS of f series BMWs affected.
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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General: Get a pre-purchase inspection from an independent mechanic ($100-$200)