2006 BMW 330I

7 recalls, 303 complaints - 180 TSBs

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

Defect Description

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2006-2011 3 Series Sedan (324i, 325i, 325xi, 328i, 328xi, 330i, 330xi, 335i, 335xi), 2006-2012 3 Series Sportswagon (325xi, 328i, 328xi), and 2009-2011 3 Series Sedan (335d) vehicles. The original steering wheel may have been replaced with a spor... Read more

Consequence

An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, resulting in serious injury or death.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and replace the driver's air bag module as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 30, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

394,029 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: BMW of North America, LLC

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

Defect Description

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, ... Read more

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.

59,965 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: BMW of North America, LLC

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CRANKCASE (PCV)

Defect Description

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2006 525i, 525xi, 530i, 530xi, 530xi Sports Wagon, 325i, 325xi, 325xi Sports Wagon, 330i, 330xi, Z4 3.0i and Z4 3.0si vehicles. The heater for the positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) valve may short circuit.

Consequence

An electrical short can cause the parts within the PCV valve to melt, increasing the risk of a fire, even when the vehicle is not in use.

Remedy

BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the PCV valve heater, free of charge. The recall began May 30, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Note: This recall is an expansion to recall 17V-683.

184,505 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: BMW of North America, LLC

AIR BAGS

Defect Description

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2000 323i sedans, coupes, convertibles, and Sports Wagons; 2000 328i sedans and coupes; 2001-2005 325i sedans, coupes, convertibles, and Sport Wagons; 2001-2005 325xi sedans and Sports Wagons; 2006 325i coupes and convertibles; 2001-200... Read more

Consequence

In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger's frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure could cause rupturing of the inflator resulting in metal fragments striking and potentially seriously injuring the passenger seat occupant or other occupants.

Remedy

Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until they have been repaired. BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger side frontal air bag, free of charge. An interim notice was mailed to owners in September 2014. A second notice was mailed when an adequate supply of parts b... Read more

574,007 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: BMW of North America, LLC

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING

Defect Description

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2006-2011 323i, 325i, 325xi, 328i, 328xi, 330i, 330xi, 335i, 335xi and M3, 2007-2011 328i xDrive, 335i xDrive and 335is and 2009-2011 335d vehicles. The wiring and electrical connectors for the system that controls air flow for the heating and ai... Read more

Consequence

Wiring that overheats could cause the electrical connectors to melt, and increase the risk of a fire, even when the vehicle is unattended.

Remedy

BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the wiring and electrical connectors, free of charge. Interim letters were mailed on November 27, 2017. Owners will receive a second notice when the remedy becomes available. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

702,965 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: BMW of North America, LLC

AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION

Defect Description

BMW of North America, Inc. (BMW) is recalling certain 2006 325i, 325xi, 330i, 330xi, 525i, 525xi, 530i, 530xi, and 550i vehicles equipped with the Sport Seat option and certain 2006 525i, 525xi, 530i, 530xi, 550i vehicles with standard seats. The front passenger seat occupant detection mat that det... Read more

Consequence

Should the system fail, in the event of a crash, the front passenger air bag would be deactivated, increasing the risk of personal injury.

Remedy

BMW will notify owners, and dealers will repair the occupant detection mat to eliminate the possibility that it may crack, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began September 1, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

2,158 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: BMW of North America, LLC

AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION

Defect Description

BMW of North America LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2006 325i, 325xi, 330i, 330xi sedans and 325xi sports wagons, model year 2007 328i, 328xi, 335i, 335xi sedans and 328i and 328xi sports wagons, model year 2006-2007 525i, 525xi, 530i, 530xi, 550i sedans and 530xi sports wagons, model yea... Read more

Consequence

Should the system fail, in the event of a crash, the front passenger air bag would be deactivated, increasing the risk of personal injury.

Remedy

BMW will notify owners with an interim notification letter in January 2014 since parts are not currently available. When parts are available, BMW sent a second letter in August and dealers will repair the occupant detection mat to eliminate the possibility that it may crack, free of charge. Additi... Read more

76,565 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: BMW of North America, LLC

Complaint Statistics

303 total complaints 6 crashes 14 fires 1 injuries

Top Reported Components

Component	Complaints
AIR BAGS	116
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM	34
SEAT BELTS	24
SEATS	20
STEERING	19
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL	17
ENGINE	17
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES	14
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING	8
UNKNOWN OR OTHER	5

Incident date: Dec 18, 2024

I am the current owner a 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport. While I was driving my SUV on the highway at highway speeds at 60mph, the oil pressure and the check engine warning light illuminated all of sudden after around 1 hour of smooth ride. In the meantime, suddenly the vehicle lost motive power, the s... Read more

Fire

Incident date: Nov 11, 2024

Uncontrollably loud static noise coming from speakers, even when the head unit is turned off. This noise gets so loud, it becomes a safety issue and a distraction while driving. This noise cannot be turned down or off.

Incident date: Oct 28, 2024

As I was driving down the road the front upper lip of my grill blew off and hit my windshield and then flew into car behind me. Looked online and this is a very common theme with GMC built in 2021 & 2022.

Incident date: Jun 21, 2024

There are mutiple errors shown and the features disabled. Looks like the front camera is defective and is being reported by many people

Incident date: Mar 7, 2023

I purchased the car in April 2022. Did not have any issues until February 2023. Initially, the engine light came on with a turtle icon in the dash screen. I was driving and the car would not go over 45 mph. on a busy street . The car was hesitating badly and also said something about the propuls... Read more

Incident date: Feb 25, 2023

The contact owns a 2022 Fleetwood Flair Motorhome constructed on a 2019 Ford F53 Chassis. The contact stated that the RV was taken to the local dealer to be repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V655000 (Suspension). The vehicle was repaired. The contact stated that after taking possession of the ... Read more

Incident date: Jan 5, 2023

Car has been at dealer 3 times for Wi-Fi issue. Mechanic took car home for longer drive to check. No found issues. Brought in for small noise that comes and goes. They Came back saying $10000 for cam shaft and lifters they are assuming.

Incident date: Mar 2, 2022

The contact owns a 2006 BMW 330I. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V119000 (Engine and Engine Cooling) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The ... Read more

Incident date: Sep 29, 2022

The contact owns a 2006 BMW 330I. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V119000 (Engine and Engine Cooling) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair... Read more

Incident date: Mar 2, 2022

Incident date: Aug 9, 2022

BMW has issued a recall with no resolution. My engine is making noises from the crankcase and no alternative has been offered at this moment. The dealer does not want to address the issue.

Incident date: Aug 9, 2022

BMW has issued a recall with no resolution. My engine is making noises from the crankcase and no alternative has been offered at this moment. The dealer does not want to address the issue.

Incident date: Aug 9, 2022

BMW has issued a recall with no resolution. My engine is making noises from the crankcase and no alternative has been offered at this moment. The dealer does not want to address the issue.

Incident date: Mar 2, 2022

Incident date: Aug 1, 2022

The contact owned a 2006 BMW 330i. The contact stated that while driving approximately 25 MPH, the air conditioning unit suddenly shut off and smoke began to come out of the air conditioning vents. After the contact exited the vehicle flames were present coming from under the passenger side dashboar... Read more

Fire

Incident date: May 4, 2022

Fuel pump leaking gas due to cracks on top of fuel pump

Incident date: May 4, 2022

Fuel pump leaking gas due to cracks on top of fuel pump

Incident date: Apr 2, 2022

The contact owns a 2006 BMW 330i. The contact stated while driving at 45 MPH, the vehicle stalled inadvertently and the engine exploded. The automatic transmission gearbox warning light illuminated. The contact immediately exited the vehicle. The contact stated that there was a significant amount of... Read more

Fire

Incident date: Apr 2, 2022

Fire

Incident date: Mar 25, 2019

My car was just sitting in my driveway and my roommate noticed she said is there is your car supposed to be on fire and we went out there had to break the windows and it was already on fire and totally ruined from any repair. I didn't receive a recall until a year after it had already caught on fire... Read more

Fire

Incident date: Dec 6, 2021

The contact owned a 2006 BMW 330i. The contact stated while her boyfriend was driving 65 mph, he heard an abnormal noise coming from underneath the vehicle. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The driver was able to park on the side of the road and exit before the vehicle was engulf... Read more

Fire

Incident date: Jan 6, 2020

Passénger seat occupancy seat mat has failed and passenger air bag system does not work. Diagnosed recently- repair scheduled soon for cost of $1588.35 It looks like there may have been a recall in 2017 but I don’t have any record of being notified or having it fixed.

Incident date: Jan 6, 2020

Incident date: May 3, 2021

THE VEHICLE HAS AN UNEXPLAINED AND UNREPAIRABLE DEFECT RELATED TO THE MAIN AIRBAG CONTROL UNIT MODULE, BMW PART NUMBER 65779184432 (CURRENT VERSION); BELIEVE PART 65770394017 APPLIED TO MY VEHICLE AS-BUILT. THE CONTROL MODULE GENERATES INTERNAL CONTROL UNIT FAULT CODE 93D7. BOTH THE AIRBAG WARNING L... Read more

Incident date: Dec 15, 2020

E90 BMW REVERSE LIGHT STOP WORKING DO TO CAR COMPUTER SYSTEM FAULT, THIS POSES A HIGH RISK WHEN VEHICLE IS IN REVERSE OTHER DRIVER ARE NOT NOTIFIED. THIS CAN CAUSE A POTENTIAL ACCIDENT.

Incident date: Dec 15, 2020

E90 BMW REVERSE LIGHT STOP WORKING DO TO CAR COMPUTER SYSTEM FAULT, THIS POSES A HIGH RISK WHEN VEHICLE IS IN REVERSE OTHER DRIVER ARE NOT NOTIFIED. THIS CAN CAUSE A POTENTIAL ACCIDENT.

Incident date: Jun 30, 2020

PASSENGER RESTRAINT MALFUNCTION WARNING AND PASSENGER AIR BAG TURNED OFF

Incident date: Jun 30, 2020

PASSENGER RESTRAINT MALFUNCTION WARNING AND PASSENGER AIR BAG TURNED OFF

Incident date: Jun 30, 2020

PASSENGER RESTRAINT MALFUNCTION WARNING AND PASSENGER AIR BAG TURNED OFF

Incident date: Jul 4, 2020

AFTER ~30 MIN DRIVING ON THE CAPITAL BELTWAY AROUND WASHINGTON DC, I EXISTED AT EXIT 4 ON I270 NORTH). THE ENGINE SUDDENLY EVOLVED VERY FAST WHEN I WAS BRAKING BEFORE A TRAFFIC LIGHT BETWEEN I270 RAMP AND FALLS ROAD. I FELT LIKE THE CAR JUST WANTED TO KEEP MOVING. I ENDED UP HITTING A VEHICLE IN THE... Read more

Crash

Incident date: Aug 25, 2019

AIR BAG. WARNING SENSOR,ADAPTIVE HEADLIGHTS WARNING,POWER STEERING LEAKING,BRAKES CLUMPING,BLOWER HEATER MOTOR AND MODULE HAD TO REPLACE.

Incident date: Aug 25, 2019

AIR BAG. WARNING SENSOR,ADAPTIVE HEADLIGHTS WARNING,POWER STEERING LEAKING,BRAKES CLUMPING,BLOWER HEATER MOTOR AND MODULE HAD TO REPLACE.

Incident date: Aug 25, 2019

AIR BAG. WARNING SENSOR,ADAPTIVE HEADLIGHTS WARNING,POWER STEERING LEAKING,BRAKES CLUMPING,BLOWER HEATER MOTOR AND MODULE HAD TO REPLACE.

Incident date: Aug 13, 2019

COMPLETE LOSS OF POWER, SHUT CAR OFF FOR A FEW MINUTES, WHEN TRYI G TO RESTART VEHICLE NOTICED ZERO POWER TO ANY COMPONENTS

Incident date: Jul 11, 2019

FEW MILES AFTER STARTING TO DRIVE ERROR ICON WAS SHOWN ON THE DISPLAY SHOWING AIRBAG ICON AND SEATBELT ICON. WAS ABLE TO DISPLAY THE ERROR CODE: CC-ID 97. THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT WAS OCCUPIED. THE CAR WAS IN MOTION WHEN THE ERROR WAS TRIGGERED, AT ABOUT 25 MPH ON CITY STREETS.

Incident date: Jul 11, 2019

Incident date: May 13, 2019

OK SO IG WAS 1:30AM AND I WAS DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY THEN I START FEELING THE STEERING WHEEL KIND OF WEAR SO I WAS GONNA PULL OVER ON THE NEXT EXIT BUT J COULDN'T, CAUSE I LOST CONTROL OF MY CAR AND I CRASH BEHIND AN 18 WHEEL TRUCK SO I DIDN'T KNOW THERE WAS A RECALL ON THE SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL:... Read more

Crash

Incident date: Apr 27, 2019

THERE IS A PROBLEM REGARDING THE AIRBAG WARNING LAMP AND THE MRS SYSTEM. NHTSA RECALL 10025849 COVERS VEHICLES PRODUCED FROM 8/31/05 TO 4/26/06. MY CAR WAS PRODUCED IN 6/2006 (JUST TWO MONTHS LATER) AND IS HAVING THE SAME PROBLEM BUT IS NOT COVERED BY THE RECALL.

Incident date: Apr 27, 2019

Incident date: Apr 18, 2019

MY 2006 BMW 330I CAUGHT FIRE IN MY DRIVEWAY 2.5HRS AFTER BEING DRIVIN. THE CAR DID NOT INDICATE ANY WARNING PRIOR TO THE FIRE.

Fire

Incident date: Apr 1, 2019

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 BMW 330I. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE AIR BAG INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. AN UNKNOWN DEALER AND THE MANUFACTURER WERE MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 169,000.

Incident date: Feb 1, 2018

LETTER FROM CONSUMER REGARDING PUBLIC SAFETY CONCERN THAT NEEDS TO BE IMMEDIATELY ADDRESSED (RECALL 17-V; POSITIVE CRANKCASE VENTILATION (PCV) VALVE HEATER). *AS

Incident date: Feb 22, 2019

I HAVE A 2006 BMW 330I E90, THE VIN# IS [XXX]. MY PCV VALVE HAS FAILED AND ABSOLUTELY MELTED THROUGH. THE PLASTIC HOUSING IS ENTIRELY MELTED, AND THE ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR AND WIRES ARE MELTED THROUGH. LUCKILY I LIVE IN COLORADO AND IT IS VERY COLD HERE IN FEBRUARY AND THE CAR DID NOT CATCH ON FIRE. ... Read more

Incident date: Dec 20, 2018

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 BMW 330I. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED PER NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 17V676000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM) BY BMW BAY RIDGE (6223 2ND AVENUE, BROOKLYN, NY 11220); HOWEVER, THE REMEDY FAILED TO REPAIR THE VEHICLE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED, BUT COULD NOT BE R... Read more

Incident date: Sep 7, 2018

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 BMW 330I. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAG INDICATOR REMAINED ILLUMINATED, WHICH WAS A SAFETY CONCERN. THE DEALER AND MANUFACTURER WERE NOT NOTIFIED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 143,000.

Incident date: Sep 7, 2018

Incident date: Aug 25, 2018

DOOR LOCK FAILURE. THIS IS VERY COMMON WITH THIS MODEL AND IT CAN BE ONE OF TWO THINGS; A FUSE OR THE DOOR ACTUATORS. I GOT IT BACK TO FIX ENGINE ISSUES AND THE DOORS WOULD NOT UNLOCK, EXCEPT THE DRIVERS SIDE, WHICH I CAN DO WITH THE KEY LOCK. OTHER THAN THAT THERE IS NO WAY TO GET IN THE CAR THAT D... Read more

Incident date: Aug 16, 2018

I JUST HAD MY 2006 BMW 330I REPAIRED DUE TO A STEERING WHEEL LOCK WARNING LIGHT WHICH APPEARED ON THE ODOMETER CAUSING MY CAR NOT TO START.THIS OCCURRED WHEN I WAS READY TO LEAVE THE PARKING LOT AT MY JOB. THE CAR WOULD NOT START AND THE RED STEERING WHEEL LOCK WARNING LIGHT WAS ON THE ODOMETER. THE... Read more

Incident date: Aug 16, 2018

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EPA Fuel Economy, 2006 BMW 330I

Trim / Engine	City MPG	Highway MPG	Combined MPG	Fuel Type	Annual Fuel Cost
3.0L 6-cyl, Manual 6-spd (Rear-Wheel Drive)	18.0	28.0	21.0	Premium	$3,650
3.0L 6-cyl, Automatic (S6) (Rear-Wheel Drive)	18.0	27.0	21.0	Premium	$3,650
3.0L 6-cyl, Automatic (S6) (Rear-Wheel Drive)	17.0	25.0	20.0	Premium	$3,850

CO2 Emissions: -1.0 g/mile (Compact Cars)

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.

Technical Service Bulletins, 2006 BMW 330I

180 manufacturer communications from 92 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

Component	Bulletins
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM	37
350000 EQUIPMENT	32
060000 ENGINE (PWS)	12
140000 AIR BAGS	8
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY	7
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL	6
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)	6
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE	5

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

The basic conditions for initializing the power windows are not met.

133000 VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS

The basic conditions for initializing the power windows are not met.

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

353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

Vehicle cannot be opened or closed using comfort access, engine start is not possible, and the vehicle may not start when placing the key against the steering column.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Customer is unable to power up or charge accessories through a plug adapter inserted in the front 12-volt power socket plug. Alternatively, it will only operate when constant downward hand pressure is maintained.

190000 TIRES

Starting mid-May 2022, the QR code on the tite sidewalls of Pirelli tires has been omitted due to patent reasons.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

On these Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles (PHEV), the air conditioning cycles from cold to warm air while driving or while at a standstill. The vent outlet temperatures vary by 25 degrees Fahrenheit or more (38 F to 60 F+; 3 to 15+ Celsius)

350000 EQUIPMENT

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Vehicle cannot be opened or closed using comfort access, engine start is not possible, and the vehicle may not start when placing the key against the steering column. Note: Opening, closing and starting via the BMW Digital Key or the Digi

350000 EQUIPMENT

160000 STRUCTURE

Whistling noise is heard coming from the front bumper while driving at highway speeds.

062000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM

A rattling/droning noise is heard in the vehicle interior when the air conditioning (AC) is activated. Vibrations are felt in the driver's footwell.

062300 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:HOSES/LINES/PIPING/FITTINGS

A rattling/droning noise is heard in the vehicle interior when the air conditioning (AC) is activated. Vibrations are felt in the driver's footwell.

350000 EQUIPMENT

A rattling/droning noise is heard in the vehicle interior when the air conditioning (AC) is activated. Vibrations are felt in the driver's footwell.

011000 STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR

Diagnosis of Compound Brake System Complaints in M Vehicles: 1. Visible cracks are caused by high thermal stresses during rapid heating and cooling of the brake discs. Braking from high speed with cold brake components (less than 212 degree

045000 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Discharged Battery Energy Diagnosis Must Be Performed: 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 doc

350000 EQUIPMENT

356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Power Reduction, FC2A82 Intake VANOS and/or FC2A87 Exhaust VANOS Camshaft Fault: The ?Service Engine Soon? (MIL) lamp is illuminated and engine power reduction is perceived. This situation can occur after driving for some time with the engi

100000 POWER TRAIN

Power Reduction FC2A82 Intake VANOS and/or FC2 A87 Exhaust VANOS Camshaft Fault: The "Service Engine Soon" (MIL) lamp is illuminated and engine power reduction is perceived. This situation can occur after driving for some time with the engi

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

"Outside Door Mirror Moves when Locking or Unlocking the Vehicle. The door mirror tilts immediately after unlocking or locking. The mirror position does not correspond to the memory position preset by the customer. Pressing the seat memory

135200 VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES:EXTERIOR

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Power Mirrors and/or Windows are Inoperative. The power windows and/or power mirrors are inoperative. The LED on the headlight switch is flashing. There is a check control message for Windows/Mirrors/ Headlights. There may also be a complai

162700 STRUCTURE:BODY:TRUNK LID

Trunk Lid Intermittently Does Not Open or Latch. Intermittently the trunk lid does not pop open when using the remote, or latch when closing. If the vehicle is driven and the trunk is not closed fully, a Check Control message will be displa

175200 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:TRUNK LID:LOCK

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

"Erroneous CC Message "Remote control! Do not switch off the engine" is Displayed. An erroneous CC message, "Remote control!" " Do not switch off the engine" is displayed in the Central Information Display (CID). The engine can still be sta

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

N55 Engine: Various Faults Stored in DME Related to VANOS and Camshaft Position. A rattling noise can be heard from the engine compartment; the engine has a loss of power; and the Service Engine Soon lamp is illuminated. One or more of the

350000 EQUIPMENT

356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

350000 EQUIPMENT

"Power Reduction, FC 2A82 Intake VANOS and/or FC 2A87 Exhaust VANOS Camshaft Faults are Stored in DME. The ""Service Engine Soon"" (MIL) lamp is illuminated and engine power reduction is perceived. This situation can occur after dri

060000 ENGINE (PWS)

140000 AIR BAGS

TAKATA AIR BAG RECALL-RELATED SHORT-TERM ALTERNATE TRANSPORTATION AND CONSEQUENTIAL REPAIRS This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B01 31 18 dated October 2018.

140000 AIR BAGS

TAKATA AIR BAG RECALL-RELATED SHORT-TERM ALTERNATE TRANSPORTATION AND CONSEQUENTIAL REPAIRS This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B01 31 18 dated October 2018.

140000 AIR BAGS

TAKATA CLASS ACTION SETTLEMENT. CUSTOMER SUPPORT PROGRAM. FRONT DRIVER SIDE AIRBAG MODULES.

140100 AIR BAGS: AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE

TAKATA CLASS ACTION SETTLEMENT. CUSTOMER SUPPORT PROGRAM. FRONT DRIVER SIDE AIRBAG MODULES.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

For the above-referenced vehicles with driver?s side airbag modules, BMW of North America, LLC (?BMW NA?) will provide a Customer Support Program as outlined in the Takata Settlement Customer Support Program Overview attachment. This ?comp

140000 AIR BAGS

350000 EQUIPMENT

CONNECTEDDRIVE/BMW ASSIST SYSTEM DIAGNOSIS INFORMATION: ConnectedDrive/BMW Assist features are partially or completely inoperative.

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:

353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)

140000 AIR BAGS

In an effort to improve the completion rate on Takata air bag recall affected vehicles; BMW NA has expanded the BMW Ultimate Rewards platform to include a new Recall Support page. This page will allow IRFs to check their customers VINs for

220000 SEATS

FRONT PASSENGER SEAT OCCUPANCY (OC3) MAT FOR SRS: LIMITED WARRANTY EXTENSION TO 15 YEARS/UNLIMITED MILES

350000 EQUIPMENT

ConnectedDrive/BMW Assist System Diagnosis Information This Service Information bulletin replaces SI B84 02 14 dated July 2014 What's New: Model - Removed models which no longer support BMW Assist functionality and added new models. Proce

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

ConnectedDrive/BMW Assist System Diagnosis Information

070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

?N20, N26, N55, N63TU, S63TU and S55 Engines: Bosch Injector ETK Part Number Error What's New: ? Identifying the injector type using the ISTA test plan ? Determining the injector part number using the new the parts table. The current versio

350000 EQUIPMENT

"?Telematics Device Spares Replacement Part Activation via DCSnet for BMW Assist What's New: ? Model: All models added along with 6AC option code ? Situation: All information added ? Information: Deleted CDMA related information and added a

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

SERVICE ACTION: GSM COMBOX DEACTIVATION / DISCONTINUATION WITH 4 YEAR ASSIST SERVICE. What's New: ? Model: Option code removed to prevent confusion about affected vehicles ? Situation: Information added about Bluetooth functionality that is

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

The underlying 2G technology for the GSM (Global System Mobile communication) COMBOX will no longer be supported by the cellular network providers after December 31, 2016. This COMBOX and the BMW Assist services that use its functionality w

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

N20, N26, N55, N63TU, S63TU and S55 Engines: Bosch Injector ETK Part Number Error What's New: ? Procedure change: indentifying injector type using an ISTA test plan. . The current version of the ETK incorporates multiple part number errors

063000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM

"? DIESEL PARTICULATE FILTER (DPF) CLEANING . The following performance issues may be noticed by the customer: CC-Message ""Drive faulty"" Engine jerking or a lack of power over the whole engine speed range Malfunction indicator lamp (MIL)

060000 ENGINE (PWS)

063000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM

"? NO REGENERATION OF THE DIESEL PARTICULATE FILTER (DPF) This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B18 03 10 dated November 2010. . The Service Engine Soon lamp is illuminated. The following fault codes may be stored in the DDE: N47

060000 ENGINE (PWS)

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Diagnosing Stored Fault Codes to Help Avoid Repeat Repair Visits This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B07 03 14 dated October 2015.. Fault codes stored in vehicles being serviced are not being diagnosed, leading to repeat repair

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

"USB DEVICE IS NOT DETECTED BY CHAMP2 HEAD UNIT. Media connected to the USB connector is not recognized by the audio system. Playback of files from the media is not possible. Message displayed on the audio system display: ""Title cannot be

350000 EQUIPMENT

356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY

USB CABLE: BATTERY DISCHARGE/AUDIO FAILURE/RADIO RECEPTION. No sound from the radio, telephone, gong signal and or PDC. Poor radio reception and failure of the telematics systems. Possible Check Control system message: o Battery discharge w

350000 EQUIPMENT

251000 ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL:AUTOMATIC (ASC)

"REPAIRING TRANSFER CASE ACTUATOR (VTG SERVO-MOTOR). The Anti-lock Brakes (ABS), Brakes and Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) warnings are on and there may also be a ""Drivetrain Malfunction"" warning on in the Control Display. There is also

030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

104000 POWER TRAIN:TRANSFER CASE (4-WHEEL DRIVE)

350000 EQUIPMENT

N51, N52, N52K and N52T Engines: Various Eccentric Shaft Sensor Faults stored in the DME - Diagnostic Hints This Service Information bulletin and attachment supersedes SI B11 06 16 dated April 2016.. The customer may complain about one of t

060000 ENGINE (PWS)

010000 STEERING

ELV Does Not Release. The customer complains of a no-crank, no-start situation. The condition may be intermittent. The ELV (Electric Steering Lock) warning is shown in the Instrument Cluster.

350000 EQUIPMENT

Bluetooth Connection Failures. There are various connectivity failures with the following devices: Apple iPhones Samsung S6 and the S6 Edge. Connectivity failure examples are: Call disconnection - Call is transferred back to the handset. In

353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

N51, N52, N52K and N52T Engines: Various Eccentric Shaft Sensor Faults stored in the DME - Diagnostic Hints. The customer may complain about one of the following: Rough engine running Engine cannot be started (crank no start) Check Engine L

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

ISTA/P Cannot Program an E-Series N55 Replacement DME. ISTA/P fails when attempting to program a replacement DME (MEVD172) on BN2000 E-Series vehicles with the Continental HPP. Part number: 12 14 8 618 483. DME logistic error between the re

350000 EQUIPMENT

070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

N51 Engine: Service Engine Soon Lamp Illuminated - Loss of Power and Various Faults Stored in the DME. The customer complains that the Service Engine Soon lamp is illuminated. The vehicle has lost power; the engine cranks but will not start

060000 ENGINE (PWS)

010000 STEERING

This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B07 03 14 dated October 2015. Diagnosing Stored Fault Codes to Help Avoid Repeat Repair Visits. Fault codes stored in vehicles being serviced are not being diagnosed, leading to repeat repair

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

350000 EQUIPMENT

060000 ENGINE (PWS)

070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

SI B13 03 15 February 2016 Fuel Systems Technical Service This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B13 03 15 dated March 2015 and replaces SI B13 04 13 dated March 2014. SUBJECT N20, N26, N55, N63TU, S63TU and S55 Engines: Bosch Inje

350000 EQUIPMENT

357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER

Whistling Noise Coming from the Center Vent - A/C is Off . A very high pitched whistling or beeping noise is heard coming from the center vents. The flow of refrigerant through the expansion valve at certain temperature differentials.

140000 AIR BAGS

"This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B65 69 06 dated June 2008. designates changes to this revision SUBJECT Airbag Warning Lamp Illuminated, FC 93EB or FC 55 . The red airbag warning lamp (AWL) in the instrument cluster is illu

356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

New programming feature: Exclusion of Infotainment Control Units from Programming. Programming with ISTA/P 3.57.4, or a more recent update, displays a new Pop-Up window providing options for systems programming.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

"The Disclaimer screen automatically disappears from the CID after 10 seconds. INFORMATION https://www.bmwtis.net/tiscode/cgi-bin/bulletin.aspx?sie_path=/tsb/bulletins/htm_store/28...12/2/2015 Page 2 of 2 An enhancement was made to the Car

353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

350000 EQUIPMENT

This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B07 03 14 dated May 2015. designates changes to this revision SUBJECT Diagnosing Stored Fault Codes to Help Avoid Repeat Repair Visits. Fault codes stored in vehicles being serviced are not be

105000 POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE

Shudder from the Driveline on Vehicles with xDrive. There is a shudder or vibration from the driveline when taking off from a stop, or when accelerating at highway speeds. CAUSE Possible multiple root causes related to the engine, wheels &

200000 WHEELS

357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER

Air Conditioning Cooling is Insufficient or Inoperative. The air conditioner system refrigerant level is low or empty. CAUSE The evaporator is leaking refrigerant.

350000 EQUIPMENT

iDrive Controller Trim Peeling. The chrome ring on the iDrive controller is peeling. Poor chrome material adhesion.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Diagnosing Stored Fault Codes to Help Avoid Repeat Repair Visits. Analysis of FASTA data and repeat repair visit reports indicates that there are many fault codes that are stored in the above vehicles, but they are not diagnosed to identify

194000 TIRES:VALVE

Valve Stem Replacement with Wheel Electronics. INFORMATION The valve stems are single-use only, and must be replaced every time the wheel electronics are replaced. If you loosen the nut (1), you must replace the valve stem. Failure to repla

200000 WHEELS

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Door Open Message Displayed, Even Though Door Is Closed. The customer complains that while driving, a CCM (check control message) indicates the doors are open, even though they are closed. Also, sometimes the gong will sound and the interio

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B07 03 14 dated February 2015. designates changes to this revision SUBJECT Diagnosing Stored Fault Codes to Help Avoid Repeat Repair Visits. Analysis of FASTA data and repeat repair visit repo

160000 STRUCTURE

SiDrive Controller Trim Peeling. The chrome ring on the iDrive controller is peeling. Poor chrome material adhesion

350000 EQUIPMENT

SiDrive Controller Trim Peeling. The chrome ring on the iDrive controller is peeling. Poor chrome material adhesion

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

SUBJECT DME Internal and Valvetronic Faults Set at Cold Ambient Temperatures. The Service Engine Soon light (MIL) can be illuminated with the erroneous internal and Valvetronic faults stored in the DME. The MIL will only come on if the faul

060000 ENGINE (PWS)

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BMW 330I - All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the BMW 330I across all model years (1999, 2025).

95 Total Recalls

1,068 Total Complaints

0 Investigations

35 Reported Crashes

38 Reported Fires

6 Reported Deaths

BMW 330I - Year by Year

Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.

Year	Recalls	Complaints
2025	1	4	View
2024	2	8	View
2023	2	3	View
2022	3	6	View
2021	7	43	View
2020	11	64	View
2019	9	54	View
2018	1	39	View
2017	0	55	View
2011	3	0	View
2010	3	0	View
2009	3	0	View
2008	3	0	View
2007	3	0	View
2006 (current)	7	303
2005	5	42	View
2004	5	139	View
2003	7	92	View
2002	7	57	View
2001	8	159	View
2000	3	0	View
1999	2	0	View

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Model	Recalls	Complaints
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X3	155	2,661	View
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328I	108	3,743	View
M3	95	550	View
325I	83	1,809	View
Z4	83	1,439	View
5 SERIES	78	557	View

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