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WBAPK5G50BN••••••2011 Bmw 328XI
This build draws 6.1× more complaints than the average 2011 Bmw 328XI build (9 vs 1).
9on this build
63on the model
43builds in total
1involved a fire
Most reportedEngine 5Engine And Engine Cooling 3Electrical System 2Fuel/propulsion System 1
What owners of this build wrote
Engine And Engine CoolingfireFeb 2020
The contact owns a 2011 BMW 328XI. The contact stated that while driving at unknown speeds, an odor appeared from the exhaust pipe and under the hood where the engine was located. The contact mentioned that every year the oil was changed at an independent mechanic where it was…
EngineFeb 2024
There is a known issue with my vehicles Vanos assembly (bolts). BMW issued recall 23V-707 in October 2023. To date both local dealerships and bmw North America will not make the necessary repairs to the vehicle as they claim parts are not available. My vehicle is sporadically…
Fuel/propulsion SystemAug 2023
Last Saturday, I was driving to New Jersey. I drove from Brooklyn through the Holland Tunnel with no issues. However, after driving about 4 or 5 miles on the New Jersey Turnpike the fuel pump malfunction light came on and the car started to slow down then jerk. Thankfully, I was…
Electrical SystemDec 2017
Two active recalls (no. 17V-683, no. 17V-676) with letters from dec.2017 and jan.2018 unresolved to date. Manufacturer taking too long to remedy safety recalls. No repair date available
Engine And Engine CoolingDec 2023
The contact owns a 2011 BMW 328XI. 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…
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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 WBAPK5G50BNN79808 · decoded Oct 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.