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WBAPH5G58BN••••••2011 Bmw 328I
This build draws 2.1× more complaints than the average 2011 Bmw 328I build (7 vs 3).
7on this build
555on the model
164builds in total
Most reportedEngine 2Engine And Engine Cooling 2Steering 1Exterior Lighting 1
What owners of this build wrote
Engine And Engine CoolingSep 2022
The contact owns a 2011 BMW 328I. The contact received notification of 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…
VisibilityJan 2020
The contact owns a 2011 bmw 328i. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 17V683000 (engine and engine cooling). The contact called bmw northwest located at 4011 20th st e, tacoma, wa 98424, (253) 922-8700, and an authorized mechanic was sent to the residence…
StructureDec 2019
My license plate has 1 screw that fits into the metal made holes. It is suppose to have 2 screws that fit into the metal holes in the trunk. The plate itself has screws with no backs and are stripped. I don't want the license plate to rattle and fall off from faulty workmanship…
Unknown Or OtherNov 2019
The back door passenger side wood door panel is off and it was never fixed or replaced when I purchased the vehicle. This will probably cost me money to get the wood panel put back on the door. The same lights always appear on my dash board. The indicator lamps are on: dsc is…
SteeringOct 2019
I purchased my vehicle and my 3rd top center brake light has never worked. My tires the tread seems low and I should have had new tires on the car when I purchased it. The steering seems more difficult when turning than it should be. Also I didn't receive 2 keys. My owners…
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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN WBAPH5G58BNL80875 · decoded Aug 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.