2013 BMW 328I engine and engine cooling problems
44 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the engine and engine cooling on the 2013 BMW 328I — 17% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“The contact owns a 2013 BMW 328i. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the engine overheated, and multiple warning lights were illuminated. The contact then stated that the vehicle lost power and would not restart. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, where it…”
filed Dec 11, 2025
“See attached document for complaint. I am writing in reference to the recall on my 2013 BMW-328xi. The vin number is. The recall is for the water pump electrical connector. My water pump failed May 2024. I went to an independent repair service center that specializes in BMW repair, which in turn…”
filed Nov 14, 2025
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Engine and Engine Cooling problems in other 328I years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 328I | 13 | 23% |
| 2015 328I | 42 | 34% |
| 2014 328I | 29 | 19% |
| 2012 328I | 16 | 12% |
| 2011 328I | 175 | 31% |
| 2010 328I | 39 | 25% |
| 2009 328I | 21 | 11% |
| 2008 328I | 33 | 14% |
| 2007 328I | 35 | 9% |
| 2000 328I | 5 | 4% |
| 1999 328I | 1 | 1% |
| 1998 328I | 2 | 8% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2013 BMW 328I
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.