2013 BMW 328I power train problems
23 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the power train on the 2013 BMW 328I — 9% 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 accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended. The drivetrain and passenger’s side air bag warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was driven to the…”
filed Jul 28, 2026
“2013 BMW 328i, N20 engine. Timing chain guide assembly and oil pump drive chain failed catastrophically. Vehicle is available for inspection, however the authorized BMW dealership has already made clear they will accept no responsibility, and I would bear the expense of towing it two hours to their…”
filed Mar 12, 2026
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related service bulletins
After an automatic engine start (MSA start), the transmission intermittently goes into the Park "P" or Neutral "N" position without any customer influence.
B122519 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Dec 1, 2022
Power Train problems in other 328I years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 328I | 8 | 14% |
| 2015 328I | 13 | 10% |
| 2014 328I | 9 | 6% |
| 2012 328I | 20 | 15% |
| 2011 328I | 24 | 4% |
| 2010 328I | 4 | 3% |
| 2009 328I | 8 | 4% |
| 2008 328I | 7 | 3% |
| 2007 328I | 7 | 2% |
| 2000 328I | 27 | 24% |
| 1999 328I | 12 | 12% |
| 1998 328I | 3 | 12% |
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.