Owners have filed 31 complaints
about the 2010 BMW 128I with NHTSA between 2012 and 2024.
The largest single group is the engine & cooling.
Across this model's run it ranks 3 of 6 worst.
The letter says how bad. This says what kind — whether this year drew
an unusual number of complaints, unusually dangerous
ones, or failures that arrived unusually early.
The dashed ring is 50 — the national norm. Further out is worse.
Complaint volume — 40
Against the median year of the BMW 128I. 50 means typical for this
model; 100 means roughly double.
Severity — 83
16.1% of these complaints
involved a crash, fire, injury or death, against a national rate of
9.7%.
Early failure — 43
25% of failures with a mileage on record happened under
36,000 miles, against a national rate of
29%.
Odometer readings owners gave when they filed. About half of all
complaints include one.
1,000 – 9,999 miles
212.5%
25,000 – 49,999 miles
212.5%
50,000 – 74,999 miles
16.3%
75,000 – 99,999 miles
318.8%
100,000 – 149,999 miles
850.0%
When owners complained
A spike years after the car went on sale usually means a part wearing
out on schedule across the whole fleet — the kind of pattern no single
owner can see from inside their own car.
Jun 2012peak 3Dec 2024
NHTSA investigations into the 2010 BMW 128I
An investigation is the step before a recall: the agency has seen enough
complaints to look into a pattern itself. An open one means it thinks
something may be wrong and nothing has been fixed yet.
From 2000 through 2017, Takata produced millions of air bag inflators using two types of phase-stabilized ammonium nitrate ("PSAN") propellant -- propellant 2004 and propellant 2004L. After prolonged exposure to high temperature cycles and humidity, inflators using propellant 2004 can degrade, causing the propellant to burn too quickly when ignited. The rapid burning can cause the inflator to rupture during deployment, potentially causing serious or even fatal injury to vehicle occupants. See 2016 Blomquist Report at www.nhtsa.gov/sites/nhtsa.gov/files/documents/expert_report-hrblomquist.pdf.C...
Recalls on the 2010 BMW 128I
A complaint is one owner's allegation. A recall is the point at which
the manufacturer or a regulator agreed the defect is real and dangerous
enough to fix for free — however old the car is.
United States — NHTSA
22V119000
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CRANKCASE (PCV)
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2008-2013 1 Series Coupe (128i); 2007-2013 3 Series Coupe (328i, 328xi, 328i xDrive); 2007-2010 X3 SAV (X3 3.0si, X3 xDrive30i); 2008-2013 1 Series Convertible (128i); 2006-2011 3 Series Sedan (325i, 325xi, 328i, 328xi, 328i xDrive, 330i, 330xi); 2006-2012 3 Series Wagon (328i, 328i xDrive); 2007-2013 3 Series Convertible (328i); 2006-2010 5 Series Sedan (525i, 525xi, 528i, 528xi, 530i, 530xi); 2006-2007 5 Series Wagon (530xi); 2007-2010 X5 SAV (X5 3.0si, X5 xDrive30i); 2006-2008 Z4 Coupe (Z4 3.0si); and 2006-2011 Z4 Roadster (Z4 3.0i, Z4 3.0si, Z4 sDrive30i) vehicles. The heater for the positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) valve may short circuit.
Risk: An electrical short can cause the PCV valve heater to overheat, increasing the risk of a fire while driving or, soon after driving when parked.
20V017000
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
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, 328i xDrive, 325i, 325xi, 330i, 330xi, 335i, 335xi, 335i xDrive and M3, 2009-2011 335D, 2006-2012 325xi, 328i, 328xi and 328i xDrive, 2010-2011 X6 ActiveHybrid, 2007-2013 328i, 335i, 335is, M3 Coupes, X5 30si, X5 xDrive30i, X5 xDrive35i, X5 48i, X5 xDrive48i, X5 xDrive50i and X5 M, 2009-2013 X5 xDrive35d and 2008-2014 X6 xDrive35i, X6 xDrive50i and X6M vehicles equipped with non-desiccated driver frontal air bag inflators containing phase stabilized ammonium nitrate (PSAN) that were used as interim remedy parts for previous Takata recalls. These inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, high temperatures, and high temperature cycling.
Risk: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
19V579000
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2008-2012 BMW 128i, 135i, 135is Coupes and 128i, 135i Convertible vehicles. The wiring and electrical connectors in the blower-regulator wiring harness may overheat.
Risk: Wiring that overheats could cause the electrical connectors to melt, and increase the risk of a fire, even when the vehicle is unattended.
17V683000
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CRANKCASE (PCV)
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2008-2011 128i and 2007-2011 328i, 328xi, 328i xDrive, 525i, 525xi, 528i, 528xi, 530i, 530xi, X3 3.0si, X3 xDrive30i, X5 xDrive30i, Z4 3.0i, Z4 3.0si and Z4 sDrive30i vehicles. The heater for the positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) valve may short circuit.
Risk: 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.
16V071000
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2008-2013 128i and 135i coupes and convertibles and 1 Series M coupes, 2006-2011 325i, 325xi, 328i, 328xi, 328i xDrive, 330i, 330xi, 335i, 335xi, 335i xDrive Sedans, 2009-2011 335d sedans, 2006-2012 325xiT, 328i and 328xi sports wagons, 2007-2013 328i, 328xi, 328i xDrive, 335i, 335xi, 335i xDrive, 335is and M3 Coupes and Convertibles, 2013-2015 X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i and X1 xDrive35i SAVs, 2007-2010 X3 xDrive30i SAVs, 2007-2013 X5 xDrive30i, X5 xDrive35i, X5 xDrive48i, X5 xDrive50i and X5 M SAVs, 2009-2013 BMW X5 xDrive35d SAVs, 2008-2014 X6 xDrive35i, X6 xDrive50i, and X6 M SACs, 2010-2011 BMW X6 xDrive50i SACs and 2008-2011 M3 Sedan vehicles. Upon deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to rupture.
Risk: In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
14V176000
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2010-2011 128i Coupe, 128i Convertible, 328i Sedan, 328i xDrive Sedan, 328i Coupe, 328i Convertible, 328i Sports Wagon and Z4 sDrive 30i, 2011-2012 135i Coupe, 135i Convertible, 335i Sedan, X5 xDrive 35i, and X6 xDrive 35i, 2011 335i xDrive Sedan, 335i Coupe, 335i Convertible, 528i Sedan, 535i Sedan, 535i xDrive Sedan, X3 xDrive 28i, and X3 xDrive 35i, 2010 X3 xDrive 30i, and X5 xDrive 30i, 2012 640i Coupe, and 640i Convertible and 2010-2012 535i Gran Turismo vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the bolts that secure the housing for the variable camshaft timing adjustment (VANOS) unit can loosen over time and may possibly break.
Risk: If the bolts loosen or break the engine may have reduced power or stall. An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.
13V044000
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
BMW is recalling certain model year 2008-2012 1-Series coupes and convertibles manufactured December 2007 through September 2011; and 2007-2011 3-Series coupes and convertibles manufactured March 2007 through October 2011; 2007-2011 3-Series sedans manufactured March 2007 through October 2011; 2007-2011 3-Series sports wagons manufactured March 2007 through June 2011; and 2009-2011 Z4 vehicles manufactured March 2009 through June 2011. In February 2013, BMW recalled 504,545 vehicles. In July 2013, BMW informed the agency that it was adding 1-Series, 3-Series, and Z4 vehicles, representing an additional 12,094 vehicles. The total number of vehicles being recalled is now 516,791. The connector for the positive battery cable connector and the corresponding terminal on the fuse box may degrade over time. Over time, the high current flow and heat from electrical resistance may lead to a breakage of the connection, and a loss of electrical power to the vehicle.
Risk: If there is a loss of electrical power to the vehicle, the vehicle may unexpectedly stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Reports where the owner recorded a crash, a fire, an injury or a death.
at 76,000 milesWashington, DCFire
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
CAR CAUGHT FIRE WHILE PARKED ON A CITY STREET (CAUSE UNKNOWN AS DEEMED BY THE DC FIRE INSPECTOR). CAR HAD BEEN PARKED FOR APPROXIMATELY TWO DAYS.
NHTSA complaint #11123636 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
at 76,000 milesWashington, DCFire
STRUCTURE:BODY
CAR CAUGHT FIRE WHILE PARKED ON A CITY STREET (CAUSE UNKNOWN AS DEEMED BY THE DC FIRE INSPECTOR). CAR HAD BEEN PARKED FOR APPROXIMATELY TWO DAYS.
NHTSA complaint #11123636 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
at 115,700 milesNashville, TNFire
ENGINE
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 BMW 128I. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 17V683000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING); HOWEVER, THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIR WERE UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT SHE CONSTANTLY SMELLED A BURNING ODOR COMING FROM THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT. THE DEALER (BMW CERTIFIED PRE-OWNED NASHVILLE, 4040 ARMORY OAKS DR, NASHVILLE, TN 37204) WAS CONTACTED AND CONFIRMED THAT THE PARTS WERE NOT AVAILABLE FOR THE RECALL REMEDY. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED AND UNABLE TO CONFIRM WHEN THE PARTS WERE TO BECOME AVAILABLE. THE MANUFACTURER ADVISED THE CONTACT TAKE THE VEHICLE TO A BMW DEALER. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 115,700. VIN TOOL CONFIRMS PARTS NOT AVAILABLE.
NHTSA complaint #11083603 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
at 32,000 milesLOS Angeles, CACrash
AIR BAGS
I CALLED BMW BEVERLY HILLS SEVERAL TIMES SINCE I OWNING THE CAR. I HAVE TAKEN IT IN BECAUSE I RECEIVED A RECALL LETTER AND IT SEEMED TO HAVE AN ELECTRICAL SHORTAGE. I TOLD THEM I DID NOT FEEL SAFE DRIVING THE CAR WITH A POTENTIAL ELECTRICAL ISSUE AND AIR BAG DEFECT. I DROPPED OFF MY CAR 2 TIMES. NEVER GOT AN UPDATE. NO ONE WENT OVER WHAT WAS DONE TO TO THE CAR. THEY WANTED ME TO BUY AN EXTENDED WARRANTY. AFTER EXPRESSING SEVERAL TIMES AND DROPPING OFF MY CAR 2-3 TIMES, THEY NEVER CALLED ME BACK OR RESPONDED... I HAD A CAR ACCIDENT IN LATE NOVEMBER OR EARLY DECEMBER. THANK GOD MY AIRBAG DID NOT DEPLOY BUT I FEEL COMPLETELY UNSAFE DRIVING MY CAR BECAUSE I DO NOT BELIEVE THE ELECTRICAL ISSUE I COMPLAINED ABOUT AND THE AIRBAG I AM WAITING TO BE REPLACED. ELECTRICAL: WHEN IT IS STATIONARY IT IS HAVING ELECTRICAL ISSUES. TURNING IT ON IS AN ISSUE. AIRBAG: I CALLED SEVERAL TIMES TO REQUEST MY AIRBAG BE REPLACED BECAUSE I DID DRIVE THE CAR IN PALM SPRINGS WHERE IT IS VERY HOT. I ALSO RECENTLY HAD A CAR ACCIDENT IN THIS CAR. I FEEL COMPLETELY UNSAFE IN MY CAR. *TR - (RECALL RELATED ISSUE) TS
NHTSA complaint #10947683 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
at 32,000 milesLOS Angeles, CACrash
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
I CALLED BMW BEVERLY HILLS SEVERAL TIMES SINCE I OWNING THE CAR. I HAVE TAKEN IT IN BECAUSE I RECEIVED A RECALL LETTER AND IT SEEMED TO HAVE AN ELECTRICAL SHORTAGE. I TOLD THEM I DID NOT FEEL SAFE DRIVING THE CAR WITH A POTENTIAL ELECTRICAL ISSUE AND AIR BAG DEFECT. I DROPPED OFF MY CAR 2 TIMES. NEVER GOT AN UPDATE. NO ONE WENT OVER WHAT WAS DONE TO TO THE CAR. THEY WANTED ME TO BUY AN EXTENDED WARRANTY. AFTER EXPRESSING SEVERAL TIMES AND DROPPING OFF MY CAR 2-3 TIMES, THEY NEVER CALLED ME BACK OR RESPONDED... I HAD A CAR ACCIDENT IN LATE NOVEMBER OR EARLY DECEMBER. THANK GOD MY AIRBAG DID NOT DEPLOY BUT I FEEL COMPLETELY UNSAFE DRIVING MY CAR BECAUSE I DO NOT BELIEVE THE ELECTRICAL ISSUE I COMPLAINED ABOUT AND THE AIRBAG I AM WAITING TO BE REPLACED. ELECTRICAL: WHEN IT IS STATIONARY IT IS HAVING ELECTRICAL ISSUES. TURNING IT ON IS AN ISSUE. AIRBAG: I CALLED SEVERAL TIMES TO REQUEST MY AIRBAG BE REPLACED BECAUSE I DID DRIVE THE CAR IN PALM SPRINGS WHERE IT IS VERY HOT. I ALSO RECENTLY HAD A CAR ACCIDENT IN THIS CAR. I FEEL COMPLETELY UNSAFE IN MY CAR. *TR - (RECALL RELATED ISSUE) TS
NHTSA complaint #10947683 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
The most recent complaints
In the owners' own words, exactly as filed with NHTSA.
at 125,000 milesSaint Louis, MO
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
The contact owns a 2010 BMW 128I. The contact stated while driving at undisclosed speeds, the headlights and taillights became inoperable. The engine warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that the failure was related to NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V579000 (Electrical System). The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who replaced the bulbs. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed that the failure was electrical. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who was unable to assist. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 125,000.
NHTSA complaint #11628349 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
at 125,000 milesSaint Louis, MO
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS
The contact owns a 2010 BMW 128I. The contact stated while driving at undisclosed speeds, the headlights and taillights became inoperable. The engine warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that the failure was related to NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V579000 (Electrical System). The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who replaced the bulbs. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed that the failure was electrical. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who was unable to assist. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 125,000.
NHTSA complaint #11628349 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
at 125,000 milesSaint Louis, MO
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The contact owns a 2010 BMW 128I. The contact stated while driving at undisclosed speeds, the headlights and taillights became inoperable. The engine warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that the failure was related to NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V579000 (Electrical System). The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who replaced the bulbs. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed that the failure was electrical. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who was unable to assist. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 125,000.
NHTSA complaint #11628349 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Nashville, TN
ENGINE
First notified of recall in October, 2023. After 8 months, BMW tells me there is no remedy available. Eight months is more than a reasonable amount of time to remedy this defect. Please help! Thank you.
NHTSA complaint #11594093 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Nashville, TN
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
The contact owns a 2010 BMW 128I. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V707000 (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. The dealer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
NHTSA complaint #11589620 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Albuquerque, NM
ENGINE
See attached document for complaint
NHTSA complaint #11574213 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
at 100,000 milesJerome, AZ
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
The contact owns a 2010 BMW 128I. The contact stated that while driving at a slow speed and pulling into the driveway, the vehicle stalled. While driving on two occasions, the vehicle lost motive power and stalled. The check engine and other unknown warning lights were illuminated. Additionally, door and trunk failed to open. The contact's husband checked the vehicle and noticed there was power being distributed to the battery. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, who was unable to duplicate the failure. While the vehicle was still at the local dealer, it was diagnosed that the CAS module needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. The contact stated that the failure was related to NHTSA Campaign Number 23V707000 (Engine and Engine Cooling). The manufacturer was contacted, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 100,000.
NHTSA complaint #11570076 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
at 52,000 milesClayton, DE
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
The contact owns a 2010 BMW 128i. The contact stated that while driving at undisclosed speeds, the vehicle started running rough. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V707000 (Engine and Engine Cooling) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was not contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was approximately 52,000. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
NHTSA complaint #11567257 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Clayton, DE
ENGINE
Summary POSITIVE CRANKCASE VENTILATION (PCV) VALVE HEATER: This recall involves an engine component known as the Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) valve heater. The PCV valve heater may not have been produced to specifications which could lead to a short circuit. Safety Risk Should a short circuit occur, the PCV valve heater could overheat, lead to smoldering, and possibly start melting. In extremely rare cases, this could increase the risk of a fire. Remedy An electrical wiring harness with fuse protection for the PCV valve heater will be installed for free. If the PCV valve heater is damaged, it will be replaced for free. This may take up to several hours to perform.Per the instructions on the NHTSA.GOV If the manufacturer has failed or is unable to remedy this safety recall for your vehicle in a timely manner, please contact the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at: 1-888-327-4236 or TTY: 1-800-424-9153 or file an online complaint with NHTSA. Does a Bad PCV Valve Burn Oil? If you have a bad PCV valve, you are putting your vehicle at risk. The bad valve can create a leak which will cause your car or truck to have excessive oil consumption. The oil consumption will cause the oil to burn which will cause it to smell and will leave a puddle beneath your vehicle. If you notice either of these symptoms, give us a call here at Dennis Road Automotive to schedule service. Any oil leak is a bad leak that we want to check promptly to avoid high repair costs! PCV components are typically inexpensive, and esse https://www.thedrive.com/news/44680/bmw-recalls-almost-a-million-cars-over-valve-heater-fire-risk The PCV valve is easily one of the most important parts of your car, and although it is possible to continue to operate your car with a bad valve, it is not recommended as it can corrode your car's engine over time Common signs of a faulty PCV valve include excessive oil consumption, oil leaking, a blocked breather filter, and reduction in overall performance
NHTSA complaint #11507749 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Clayton, DE
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Summary POSITIVE CRANKCASE VENTILATION (PCV) VALVE HEATER: This recall involves an engine component known as the Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) valve heater. The PCV valve heater may not have been produced to specifications which could lead to a short circuit. Safety Risk Should a short circuit occur, the PCV valve heater could overheat, lead to smoldering, and possibly start melting. In extremely rare cases, this could increase the risk of a fire. Remedy An electrical wiring harness with fuse protection for the PCV valve heater will be installed for free. If the PCV valve heater is damaged, it will be replaced for free. This may take up to several hours to perform.Per the instructions on the NHTSA.GOV If the manufacturer has failed or is unable to remedy this safety recall for your vehicle in a timely manner, please contact the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at: 1-888-327-4236 or TTY: 1-800-424-9153 or file an online complaint with NHTSA. Does a Bad PCV Valve Burn Oil? If you have a bad PCV valve, you are putting your vehicle at risk. The bad valve can create a leak which will cause your car or truck to have excessive oil consumption. The oil consumption will cause the oil to burn which will cause it to smell and will leave a puddle beneath your vehicle. If you notice either of these symptoms, give us a call here at Dennis Road Automotive to schedule service. Any oil leak is a bad leak that we want to check promptly to avoid high repair costs! PCV components are typically inexpensive, and esse https://www.thedrive.com/news/44680/bmw-recalls-almost-a-million-cars-over-valve-heater-fire-risk The PCV valve is easily one of the most important parts of your car, and although it is possible to continue to operate your car with a bad valve, it is not recommended as it can corrode your car's engine over time Common signs of a faulty PCV valve include excessive oil consumption, oil leaking, a blocked breather filter, and reduction in overall performance
NHTSA complaint #11507749 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Brecksville, OH
AIR BAGS
Passenger restraint system malfunction. An independent repair shop tested and found the passenger seat sensor pad is bad. From my research, BMW has a problem with this part.
NHTSA complaint #11498654 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
at 110,000 milesCarolina, PR
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
The contact owns a 2010 BMW 128I. The contact stated while driving 60 MPH, there were unknown warning lights illuminated. The contact was able to continue driving; however, the failure reoccurred while driving. Additionally, the contact stated that the vehicle was experiencing excessive oil consumption. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the PCV valve had failed. The independent mechanic associated the failure with NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V119000 (Engine and Engine Cooling) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 110,000. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
NHTSA complaint #11486477 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Daly City, CA
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Left driver side rear taillights failed constantly I have no rear working lights . I brought in for repair and there is no fix for the lights ! I was rear ended
NHTSA complaint #11475455 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Bluefield, VA
AIR BAGS
I have contacted BMW multiple times to come out and perform all 3 recalls. They said they would call back for details specific date to send out a certified mechanic to remedy the recalls. My wife never got a call back. I live over a hundred miles from any dealer on the VA and WV state lines. I can't afford to take time off to bring the car to them.
NHTSA complaint #11427958 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Bluefield, VA
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
I have contacted BMW multiple times to come out and perform all 3 recalls. They said they would call back for details specific date to send out a certified mechanic to remedy the recalls. My wife never got a call back. I live over a hundred miles from any dealer on the VA and WV state lines. I can't afford to take time off to bring the car to them.
NHTSA complaint #11427958 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Bluefield, VA
ENGINE
I have contacted BMW multiple times to come out and perform all 3 recalls. They said they would call back for details specific date to send out a certified mechanic to remedy the recalls. My wife never got a call back. I live over a hundred miles from any dealer on the VA and WV state lines. I can't afford to take time off to bring the car to them.
NHTSA complaint #11427958 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
at 90,000 milesPoca Raton, FL
AIR BAGS
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 BMW 128I. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE OPERATING THE VEHICLE THE AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED AND REMAINED ILLUMINATED INDICATING THAT THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAG SYSTEM WAS DEACTIVATED ALTHOUGH A PASSENGER WAS SEATED IN THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE SEAT. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE LOCAL DEALER (VISTA BMW (4401 W. SAMPLE RD. COCONUT CREEK, FL.) WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE PASSENGER SIDE SEAT SENSOR NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 90,000.
NHTSA complaint #11302844 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
at 140,115 milesMeridian, ID
AIR BAGS
MY 2010 BMW 128I HAS TWO AIRBAG LIGHTS AND ONE SEAT BELT WARNING LIGHT THAT ARE CONTINUOUSLY ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT REPAIR FACILITY, WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED WITH A FAULTY "PASSENGER SIDE OCCUPANCY SENSOR" UNDER DIAGNOSTIC CODE 93D2. UPON FURTHER RESEARCH ONLINE, I DISCOVERED THAT THIS IS A VERY COMMON PROBLEM WITH BMW 1 SERIES AND 3 SERIES CARS THE FAULTY SENSOR RESULTS IN THE PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG BEING DEACTIVATED. IN FACT, THE PROBLEM IS SO COMMON THAT AFTERMARKET COMPANIES HAVE DEVELOPED A "BYPASS" TO=HAT PLUGS IN TO THE SEAT TO REACTIVATE THE AIRBAGS WITHOUT REPLACING THE OCCUPANCY SENSOR. THIS CREATES ANOTHER SAFETY CONCERN, BECAUSE THE BYPASS ACTIVATES THE PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG REGARDLESS OF THE WEIGHT OF THE PASSENGER (OR LACK OF A PASSENGER), WHICH COULD RESULT IN AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT WHEN A REAR FACING CARSEAT OR OTHER UNDERWEIGHT PASSENGER IS IN THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT. WITH A QUOTE OF $1,291.05 TO REPAIR THE FAULTY PASSENGER OCCUPANCY SENSOR, I FEEL THAT BMW SHOULD TAKE OWNERSHIP OF THIS PROBLEM AND PREVENT FURTHER INJURIES BY RECALLING THE SENSOR.
NHTSA complaint #11290306 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
at 140,115 milesMeridian, ID
AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION
MY 2010 BMW 128I HAS TWO AIRBAG LIGHTS AND ONE SEAT BELT WARNING LIGHT THAT ARE CONTINUOUSLY ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT REPAIR FACILITY, WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED WITH A FAULTY "PASSENGER SIDE OCCUPANCY SENSOR" UNDER DIAGNOSTIC CODE 93D2. UPON FURTHER RESEARCH ONLINE, I DISCOVERED THAT THIS IS A VERY COMMON PROBLEM WITH BMW 1 SERIES AND 3 SERIES CARS THE FAULTY SENSOR RESULTS IN THE PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG BEING DEACTIVATED. IN FACT, THE PROBLEM IS SO COMMON THAT AFTERMARKET COMPANIES HAVE DEVELOPED A "BYPASS" TO=HAT PLUGS IN TO THE SEAT TO REACTIVATE THE AIRBAGS WITHOUT REPLACING THE OCCUPANCY SENSOR. THIS CREATES ANOTHER SAFETY CONCERN, BECAUSE THE BYPASS ACTIVATES THE PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG REGARDLESS OF THE WEIGHT OF THE PASSENGER (OR LACK OF A PASSENGER), WHICH COULD RESULT IN AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT WHEN A REAR FACING CARSEAT OR OTHER UNDERWEIGHT PASSENGER IS IN THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT. WITH A QUOTE OF $1,291.05 TO REPAIR THE FAULTY PASSENGER OCCUPANCY SENSOR, I FEEL THAT BMW SHOULD TAKE OWNERSHIP OF THIS PROBLEM AND PREVENT FURTHER INJURIES BY RECALLING THE SENSOR.
NHTSA complaint #11290306 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
at 76,000 milesWashington, DCFire
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
CAR CAUGHT FIRE WHILE PARKED ON A CITY STREET (CAUSE UNKNOWN AS DEEMED BY THE DC FIRE INSPECTOR). CAR HAD BEEN PARKED FOR APPROXIMATELY TWO DAYS.
NHTSA complaint #11123636 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
at 76,000 milesWashington, DCFire
STRUCTURE:BODY
CAR CAUGHT FIRE WHILE PARKED ON A CITY STREET (CAUSE UNKNOWN AS DEEMED BY THE DC FIRE INSPECTOR). CAR HAD BEEN PARKED FOR APPROXIMATELY TWO DAYS.
NHTSA complaint #11123636 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
at 115,700 milesNashville, TNFire
ENGINE
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 BMW 128I. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 17V683000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING); HOWEVER, THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIR WERE UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT SHE CONSTANTLY SMELLED A BURNING ODOR COMING FROM THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT. THE DEALER (BMW CERTIFIED PRE-OWNED NASHVILLE, 4040 ARMORY OAKS DR, NASHVILLE, TN 37204) WAS CONTACTED AND CONFIRMED THAT THE PARTS WERE NOT AVAILABLE FOR THE RECALL REMEDY. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED AND UNABLE TO CONFIRM WHEN THE PARTS WERE TO BECOME AVAILABLE. THE MANUFACTURER ADVISED THE CONTACT TAKE THE VEHICLE TO A BMW DEALER. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 115,700. VIN TOOL CONFIRMS PARTS NOT AVAILABLE.
NHTSA complaint #11083603 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Kennesaw, GA
AIR BAGS
TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 BMW 128I. THE CONTACT WAS IN THE PROCESS OF TRADING IN THE VEHICLE WHEN THE DEALER MENTIONED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V071000 (AIR BAGS). THE DEALER STATED THAT THE PART WAS NOT AVAILABLE, SO THE CONTACT WAS UNABLE TO SCHEDULE THE RECALL REPAIR WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME FRAME. GLOBAL IMPORTS BMW (500 INTERSTATE N PKWY, ATLANTA, GA 30339, (800) 294-1853) AND UNITED BMW (1501 ALPHARETTA HWY, ALPHARETTA, GA 30009, (678) 430-3775) WERE BEEN UNABLE TO VERIFY WHEN THE PART WOULD BE AVAILABLE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED. THE CONTACT WAS NOT EXPERIENCING A FAILURE. THE VIN WAS NOT AVAILABLE. PARTS DISTRIBUTION DISCONNECT.
NHTSA complaint #11054903 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Upland, CA
AIR BAGS
TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 BMW 128I. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V071000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIR WERE UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. SHELLY BMW (6750 AUTO CENTER DR, BUENA PARK, CA) WAS CONTACTED AND CONFIRMED THAT THE PARTS WERE NOT AVAILABLE FOR THE RECALL REMEDY. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. PARTS DISTRIBUTION DISCONNECT.
NHTSA complaint #11039232 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Louisville, KY
AIR BAGS
TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 BMW 128I. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V071000 (AIR BAGS). THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIRS WERE UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE CONTACT CALLED BMW OF LOUISVILLE (4 SWOPE AUTOCENTER DR, LOUISVILLE, KY 40299 (502) 287-1501) AND WAS INFORMED THAT THE PARTS WERE NOT AVAILABLE FOR THE RECALL REMEDY. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. PARTS DISTRIBUTION DISCONNECT.
NHTSA complaint #11019298 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.