2012 BMW 320I
3 recalls, 5 complaints - 58 TSBs
15V520000 Aug 17, 2015
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Defect Description
BMW North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2012-2015 320i, 320xi, 328i, 328xi, 335i, 335xi, and ActiveHybrid3 vehicles manufactured October 20, 2011, to June 22, 2015, 2014-2015 328xi Sports Wagon vehicles manufactured March 21, 2013, to March 17, 2015, 2014-2015 328d, 328xd vehicl... Read more
Consequence
If the side marker lights do not illuminate, the vehicle may be less visible at night, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will upload revised software to correct the issue, free of charge. The recall began on October 7, 2015. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or by email at [email protected].
14V627000 Oct 7, 2014
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM
Defect Description
BMW of North America LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2014 BMW 328i xDrive Sports Wagon, 2012-2014 BMW 320i Sedan, 328i Sedan, 320i xDrive Sedan, 328i xDrive Sedan, 2012-2013 BMW 528i Sedan, 528i xDrive Sedan, 2013-2014 BMW X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i Sports Activity Vehicle, 2013-2014 BMW X... Read more
Consequence
A failure of the brake vacuum pump results in a reduction in braking power that could increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will install a locking ring in the camshaft to retain the camshaft seal disk in the proper location, free of charge. The recall began on December 2, 2014. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
13V454000 Sep 26, 2013
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM
Defect Description
BMW of North America LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 320i, 328i, 320i xDrive, and 328i xDrive sedans; model year 2014 328i xDrive Sports Wagons; model year 2012-2013 528i and 528i xDrive sedans, model year 2013-2014 X1 sDrive28i and X1 xDrive28i vehicles and model year 2012-2014 ... Read more
Consequence
A failure of the brake vacuum pump results in a reduction in braking power that could increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will modify the vehicles to prevent insufficient vacuum pump lubrication, free of charge. The safety recall began on January 31, 2014. Owners may contact BMW customer relations at 1-800-525-7417 or email BMW at [email protected].
Complaint Statistics
5 total complaints
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| AIR BAGS | 2 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 1 |
| ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) | 1 |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING | 1 |
AIR BAGS
Feb 27, 2017
Incident date: Feb 21, 2017
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 BMW 320I N/A. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 40 MPH, THE AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED AND WOULD REMAIN ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 130,000.
AIR BAGS
Sep 9, 2016
Incident date: Sep 9, 2016
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 (NA) BMW 320I. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V346000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURER WAS M... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jan 26, 2014
Incident date: Dec 1, 2011
HEAD LIGHTS FOR NEWER CARS ARE TOO BRIGHT AND BLIND DRIVERS APPROACHING FROM THE OPPOSITE DIRECTION. *TR
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
Jan 26, 2014
Incident date: Dec 1, 2011
HEAD LIGHTS FOR NEWER CARS ARE TOO BRIGHT AND BLIND DRIVERS APPROACHING FROM THE OPPOSITE DIRECTION. *TR
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Jan 26, 2014
Incident date: Dec 1, 2011
HEAD LIGHTS FOR NEWER CARS ARE TOO BRIGHT AND BLIND DRIVERS APPROACHING FROM THE OPPOSITE DIRECTION. *TR
Technical Service Bulletins, 2012 BMW 320I
58 manufacturer communications from 39 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 11 |
| 353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL | 5 |
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 5 |
| 353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM) | 4 |
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 3 |
| 175200 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:TRUNK LID:LOCK | 3 |
| 060000 ENGINE (PWS) | 2 |
| 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE | 2 |
B510819
Jan 16, 2024
133000 VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS
The basic conditions for initializing the power windows are not met.
B510819
Jan 16, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The basic conditions for initializing the power windows are not met.
B611305
Jan 11, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL 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 important information for the dealer on ho
651012
Jul 12, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
"Headunit-Basic: CID is blank and "NO SIGNAL" is Displayed. Intermittently the Central Information Display (CID) is blank and "NO SIGNAL" is displayed on the CID. Fault Code B7F8C3 "no response from CID (HW error: loss of CID communication)
Radio and Air Co
Jul 12, 2019
130000 VISIBILITY/WIPER (PWS)
"Service Action: Program Control Units (FEM). One or more of the following situations may occur when using the windshield wipers: * After the wipers are switched off, they do not remain in the park position, but in the middle of the windshi
Radio and Air Co
Jul 12, 2019
175200 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:TRUNK LID:LOCK
"Service Action: Program Control Units (FEM). One or more of the following situations may occur when using the windshield wipers: * After the wipers are switched off, they do not remain in the park position, but in the middle of the windshi
Radio and Air Co
Jul 12, 2019
170000 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
"Service Action: Program Control Units (FEM). One or more of the following situations may occur when using the windshield wipers: * After the wipers are switched off, they do not remain in the park position, but in the middle of the windshi
Radio and Air Co
Jul 12, 2019
136000 VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER
"Service Action: Program Control Units (FEM). One or more of the following situations may occur when using the windshield wipers: * After the wipers are switched off, they do not remain in the park position, but in the middle of the windshi
Radio and Air Co
Jul 12, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
"Service Action: Program Control Units (FEM). One or more of the following situations may occur when using the windshield wipers: * After the wipers are switched off, they do not remain in the park position, but in the middle of the windshi
130512
Jul 10, 2019
072100 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
N20 Engine: Ticking Noise from High-pressure Fuel Pump. The customer complains of a high-frequency ticking noise from the engine compartment. The noise can be heard inside and outside the vehicle. Mechanical vibrations inside the high-press
130512
Jul 10, 2019
354000 EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL
N20 Engine: Ticking Noise from High-pressure Fuel Pump. The customer complains of a high-frequency ticking noise from the engine compartment. The noise can be heard inside and outside the vehicle. Mechanical vibrations inside the high-press
130512
Jul 10, 2019
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
N20 Engine: Ticking Noise from High-pressure Fuel Pump. The customer complains of a high-frequency ticking noise from the engine compartment. The noise can be heard inside and outside the vehicle. Mechanical vibrations inside the high-press
170212
Jul 10, 2019
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Low Coolant Warning Is Displayed. The low coolant level warning may come on in the information display. CAUSE Moisture-induced corrosion at the electrical connector for the coolant level sensor causes an inaccurate reading of the coolant le
170212
Jul 10, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Low Coolant Warning Is Displayed. The low coolant level warning may come on in the information display. CAUSE Moisture-induced corrosion at the electrical connector for the coolant level sensor causes an inaccurate reading of the coolant le
B612417
Jul 1, 2018
010000 STEERING
STEERING WHEEL BUTTONS DO NOT FUNCTION RELIABLY: Sporadic or continuous malfunction of multifunction steering wheel buttons
B611118
Jul 1, 2018
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
AFTER EXCHANGING THE FRONT ELECTRONIC MODULE (FEM), PROGRAMMING / ENCODING IS NOT POSSIBLE: After replacing the Front Electronic Module (FEM) for an applicable repair, programming / encoding is not possible.
B840214
Jul 1, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
CONNECTEDDRIVE/BMW ASSIST SYSTEM DIAGNOSIS INFORMATION: ConnectedDrive/BMW Assist features are partially or completely inoperative.
B120418
Jul 1, 2018
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
BUZZING NOISE FROM VALVETRONIC MOTOR BEFORE OR AFTER ENGINE OPERATION: Buzzing noise may be heard from the Valvetronic motor when the vehicle is unlocked, before the engine is started, or after the engine is turned off.
B120418
Jul 1, 2018
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
BUZZING NOISE FROM VALVETRONIC MOTOR BEFORE OR AFTER ENGINE OPERATION: Buzzing noise may be heard from the Valvetronic motor when the vehicle is unlocked, before the engine is started, or after the engine is turned off.
B650709
Jun 1, 2018
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
NAVIGATION SYSTEM: REPORTING MISSING OR INCORRECT ROAD MAP DATA: The route guidance is inaccurate and therefore irritating to the customer; or it is not possible to locate certain addresses, for instance:
B520318
Jun 1, 2018
220000 SEATS
MEMORY SEAT ADJUSTMENT IS LIMITED: After programming the vehicle with ISTA 4.10.2x, the adjustment range of the memory seat may restricted.
B651117
May 1, 2018
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
NAVIGATION PRO (NBT EVO) MAP UPDATE NOT POSSIBLE, NAVIGATION DOES NOT START: Navigation system will not start at all or the: ONavigation system startsO message is permanently displayed; or
B840818
May 1, 2018
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
HEAD UNIT HIGH 2 RESET WHILE BLUETOOTH IS CONNECTED: The following event may cause an unexpected reset of the Head Unit High 2 (NBT EVO) when:
B840818
May 1, 2018
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
HEAD UNIT HIGH 2 RESET WHILE BLUETOOTH IS CONNECTED: The following event may cause an unexpected reset of the Head Unit High 2 (NBT EVO) when:
B840616
May 1, 2018
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
BMW ONLINE NON-FUNCTIONAL: CHECK ICC-ID IN ACCOUNT: BMW Online/BMW ConnectedDrive not functional.
B840616
May 1, 2018
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
BMW ONLINE NON-FUNCTIONAL: CHECK ICC-ID IN ACCOUNT: BMW Online/BMW ConnectedDrive not functional.
B840616
May 1, 2018
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
BMW ONLINE NON-FUNCTIONAL: CHECK ICC-ID IN ACCOUNT: BMW Online/BMW ConnectedDrive not functional.
B650709
May 1, 2018
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
NAVIGATION SYSTEM: REPORTING MISSING OR INCORRECT ROAD MAP DATA: The route guidance is inaccurate and therefore irritating to the customer; or it is not possible to locate certain addresses, for instance:
B621215
Apr 1, 2018
117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE DISPLAY IMPLAUSIBLE: In the Instrument Cluster (Kombi) display you may observe an implausible outside temperature reading.
B840718
Apr 1, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
IPHONE: CALL LIST MISSING AFTER RESTART: The call list from iPhone 8 or iPhone X, that is displayed, is missing after cycling the ignition.
B840718
Apr 1, 2018
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
IPHONE: CALL LIST MISSING AFTER RESTART: The call list from iPhone 8 or iPhone X, that is displayed, is missing after cycling the ignition.
B641216
Mar 1, 2018
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
HVAC BLOWER NOT WORKING: HVAC blower is not working.
B630516
Mar 1, 2018
120000 LIGHTING (PWS)
HEADLIGHT ASSEMBLIES HAVE VISIBLE INTERNAL MOISTURE/CONDENSATION: Water on the inside (A) or misting (B) of both headlight lenses that is visible from outside.
B630516
Mar 1, 2018
121100 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:CONCEALMENT DEVICES
HEADLIGHT ASSEMBLIES HAVE VISIBLE INTERNAL MOISTURE/CONDENSATION: Water on the inside (A) or misting (B) of both headlight lenses that is visible from outside.
B610118
Mar 1, 2018
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
HIGH VOLTAGE SYSTEM: ISOLATION FAULTS: The Check Control message (CCM), "Powertrain malfunction!" is displayed.
B513016
Mar 1, 2018
175200 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:TRUNK LID:LOCK
TAILGATE UNINTENTIONALLY OPENS: Trunk/tailgate may open when vehicle is locked.
B513016
Mar 1, 2018
173100 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:TAILGATE:LATCH
TAILGATE UNINTENTIONALLY OPENS: Trunk/tailgate may open when vehicle is locked.
B840618
Mar 1, 2018
353100 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ANTI-THEFT DEVICES
CONNECTEDDRIVE-REMOTE SERVICES DO NOT FUNCTION: Remote Services (such as locking and unlocking the car, vehicle location by honking the horn, flashing the lights or on the map in the BMW Connected App) do not function after vehicle has been
B662317
Mar 1, 2018
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
CONTACTLESS TAILGATE (SMART OPENER) IS TOO SENSITIVE: When the remote is located in the range of the Smart Opener operation may be the contactless tailgate (Smart Opener) opens / close unintentionally from objects in the vicinity of the rea
320218
Feb 1, 2018
016000 STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
CHECK CONTROL MESSAGE (CCM): ASSISTANCE SYSTEM RESTRICTED AFTER DELETING TRANSPORT MODE: The CCM assistance systems restricted or pedestrian protection system failed is displayed after deleting transport mode.
B513016
Jan 1, 2018
162500 STRUCTURE:BODY:TAILGATE
TAILGATE UNINTENTIONALLY OPENS: Trunk/tailgate may open when vehicle is locked.
B611316
Jan 1, 2018
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
KLE CHARGING FAULT 21E6E9: During the ISTA short test diagnosis, fault code 21E6E9 ? OCharging electronics: Charging mode interruptedO is found stored in the KLE (Convenience Charging Electronics) module.
B650318
Jan 1, 2018
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
NO AUDIO PLAYBACK AFTER REPLACING THE HEAD UNIT HIGH 2 (HU-H2): After replacing the Head Unit High (HU-H2) and performing ISTA4 programming, there is no audio playback.
B650318
Jan 1, 2018
353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
NO AUDIO PLAYBACK AFTER REPLACING THE HEAD UNIT HIGH 2 (HU-H2): After replacing the Head Unit High (HU-H2) and performing ISTA4 programming, there is no audio playback.
B840314
Jan 1, 2018
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
Bluetooth Connection Failures: There are various connectivity failures with the following devices: Apple iPhones: Samsung S6 and the S6 Edge.
B514416
Dec 1, 2017
135200 VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES:EXTERIOR
EXTERIOR MIRROR: CREAKING NOISES: Creaking noise coming from either or both exterior rearview mirrors when folding in.
B010116
Dec 1, 2017
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
N20 Engine Coolant Thermostat: Limited Warranty Extension to 10 Years/120,000 Miles
B511314
Dec 1, 2017
175200 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:TRUNK LID:LOCK
Trunk Lid Does Not Open Completely: The trunk lid/hatch does not open fully when unlatched with remote or hands-free operation.
B630917
Dec 1, 2017
123000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS
REAR TAIL LIGHT FAILURE: Exterior rear lights do not work.
B650915
Dec 1, 2017
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
NBT Head Unit High (HU-H) Resets Intermittently or Permanently
B660814
Dec 1, 2017
280000 BACK OVER PREVENTION
Side View Camera Does Not Display Picture.
B110317
Oct 1, 2017
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
N20 AND N26 ENGINE TIMING CHAIN AND OIL PUMP DRIVE CHAIN: LIMITED WARRANTY EXTENSION TO 7 YEARS/70,000 MILES
SIM010717
Jun 1, 2017
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
The engine?s intake charge-air duct limited warranty extension to 10 years/120,000 miles applies to ?eligible USspecification
SIM010917
Jun 1, 2017
350000 EQUIPMENT
Shipping specific non-deployed vehicle safety devices to lighting resources, llc. This service Information bulletin provides information on shipping "specific" noin-deployed vehicle safety devices that are classified as Dangerous Goods (DG)
B840214
May 1, 2017
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
ConnectedDrive/BMW Assist System Diagnosis Information
B651312
Mar 1, 2017
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
HEADUNIT NAVIGATION MAPS (HU-H HU-H2 HU-B): The Headunit High (HU-H), also called NBT, began replacing the Car Information Computer (CIC) on certain MY2013 vehicles with option 609 (7/2012+).
B630616
Jul 1, 2016
121000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
HALOGEN HEADLIGHT ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURE: Halogen headlights may be misaligned (aimed too low or high).
SIB-63-11-14
Oct 1, 2014
121300 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:HIGH/LOW BEAM DIMMER SWITCH
BMW: ON SOME VEHICLES, WHEN STARTING, LOW BEAM, WITH 0552 OPTION, WOULD BRIEFLY FLASHES, DUE TO A FAULTY LED MAIN LIGHT MODULE THAT NEEDS REPLACING. MODEL 2008-14 F01, F02, F06, F07, F10, F12, F13, F25. *PE
NHTSA Safety Investigations, BMW 320I
Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.
PE13030
Opened: Sep 6, 2013 , Closed: Oct 25, 2013
Loss of power assist braking
In a letter dated September 26, 2013, BMW Group submitted a safety recall notice to NHTSA identifying a defect condition in the vacuum pump oil supply that may result in loss of power assist braking in 76,191 model year (MY) 2012 through 2014 BMW 3-Series, 5-Series, X1 SAV, X3 SAV, and Z4 vehicles e... Read more
DP78034
Opened: May 2, 1978 , Closed: Jul 24, 1978
SPARK PLUG FOULING
SPARK PLUG FOULING
BMW 320I - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the BMW 320I across all model years (1977, 2015).
31
Total Recalls
247
Total Complaints
2
Investigations
31
Reported Crashes
8
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths
BMW 320I - Year by Year
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