2009 BMW 328I vs 2011 BMW 328I
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2009 BMW 328I | 2011 BMW 328I |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 193 | 573 |
| Recall campaigns | 6 | 7 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 121 | 140 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 6 | 18 |
| Fire reports | 10 | 25 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20–22 | 20–22 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 79,500 mi | 92,650 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | BMW 328I | BMW 328I |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 47 | 190 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 21 | 175 |
| Electrical System | 61 | 128 |
| Air Bags | 63 | 91 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 20 | 20 |
| Power Train | 8 | 24 |
| Seat Belts | 14 | 12 |
| Exterior Lighting | 8 | 18 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 20 | 80 |
| Airbag warning light | 12 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 11 | 58 |
| Loss of power | 7 | 14 |
| Overheating | 5 | 18 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 18 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 16 |
| Won’t start | 0 | 13 |
2009 BMW 328I
2011 BMW 328I
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.