This page covers 1 recall, 55 owner complaints and EPA fuel economy for the 2016 BMW 328i.
26–27 mpg combined
8.7–9 L/100km
Compact Cars
Fuel economy data from fueleconomy.gov (EPA / U.S. Dept. of Energy). Annual cost based on 15,000 mi/yr at 55% city driving and current fuel prices. MPG is U.S. gallons; L/100km converted. Ranges reflect the 2 tested variants for this model year.
For the 2016 BMW 328i, electrical system complaints make up the largest share of owner reports, followed by engine and brake-related issues. Owners describe a range of electrical faults including warning lights, erratic behavior from various modules, and loss of certain functions. Engine complaints cover issues like rough running, stalling, and unexpected power loss. On the brake side, a smaller group of owners reports reduced stopping performance and warning indicators activating unexpectedly. The complaint set for this model year is relatively thin and several individual filings lack detailed symptom descriptions, which limits how clearly patterns emerge. One isolated report mentions a parking brake component failure at highway speed, though no corroborating reports appear in the data. The electrical complaints represent the most consistent thread, with owners describing symptoms that required dealer visits, sometimes running into parts availability delays before repairs could be completed.
55
Total Complaints
8
Crash-Related
4
Fire-Related
5
With Injuries
By System
At a glance
What can fail
The electrical connector on the water pump may not be properly sealed, allowing water to enter and cause an electrical short circuit.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect the water pump, replace it and the connector if needed, and install a protective shield.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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Complaints are owner-reported and reflect individual experiences, not confirmed defects. They are distinct from recalls. Data sourced from the national vehicle safety complaint database. See trending complaints →
