Bmw 328i Convertible 1996
Vehicle Details: Fuel Economy, Emissions, Consumer Complaints, Decoded VIN Details, Service Bulletins
Below you will find all available information on the 1996 BMW 328i Convertible, manufacturered by Bmw Manufacturer Corporation / Bmw North America.
The vehicle is described as a Rear-Wheel Drive Minicompact Cars 4-door sedan, hardtop.
| Manufacturer | Known WMI(s) | Fuel Type |
|---|---|---|
| BMW | 4US WBX | Premium |
| City MPG | Highway MPG | CO2 emissions |
| 18 MPG | 24 - 26 MPG | 423.19 - 444.35 g/mile |
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What is the MPG of a 1996 BMW 328i Convertible?
- The 1996 BMW 328i Convertible has an EPA estimated city efficiency of 18 MPG and an estimated highway efficiency of 24 - 26 MPG.
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What is the fuse box diagram for the 1996 BMW 328i Convertible?
- Fuse box diagrams for the 1996 BMW 328i Convertible can be found here
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What is the annual fuel cost for the 1996 BMW 328i Convertible?
- EPA estimated annual fuel cost for the 1996 BMW 328i Convertible is $3300.
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Where is the 1996 BMW 328i Convertible produced?
- The 1996 BMW 328i Convertible is produced in Munich Sc, Germany.
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How much horsepower does the 1996 BMW 328i Convertible have?
- The 1996 BMW 328i Convertible has 190 horsepower.
- 2.8L 6 cylinder 4-speed automatic
- 2.8L 6 cylinder 5-speed manual
Automatic 4-spd Rear-Wheel Drive 328i Convertible
Description Data Engine cylinders 6 Engine displacement in liters 2.8 Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details (FFS) Transmission Automatic 4-spd You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -6750 Description Data Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 1 14.8755 City mpg for fuel type 1, 18 Combined mpg for fuel type 1, 20 Engine cylinders 6 Engine displacement in liters 2.8 Drive axle type Rear-Wheel Drive EPA model type index 12043 Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details (FFS) Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($) 3300 Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable) Premium Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel. Premium Gasoline Highway mpg for fuel type 1, 24 Vehicle record id 12537 2 door luggage volume (cubic feet) 9 Model name (carline) 328i Convertible Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicle Y If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting mode false 2-door passenger volume (cubic feet) 74 Transmission Automatic 4-spd Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 1 22.0 Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 1 34.0 EPA vehicle size class Minicompact Cars You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -6750 Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013 Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013 Manual 5-spd Rear-Wheel Drive 328i Convertible
Description Data Engine cylinders 6 Engine displacement in liters 2.8 Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details (FFS) Transmission Manual 5-spd You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -6000 Description Data Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 1 14.1671 City mpg for fuel type 1, 18 Combined mpg for fuel type 1, 21 Engine cylinders 6 Engine displacement in liters 2.8 Drive axle type Rear-Wheel Drive EPA model type index 12043 Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details (FFS) Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($) 3150 Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable) Premium Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel. Premium Gasoline Highway mpg for fuel type 1, 26 Vehicle record id 12538 2 door luggage volume (cubic feet) 9 Model name (carline) 328i Convertible Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicle N If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting mode false 2-door passenger volume (cubic feet) 74 Transmission Manual 5-spd Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 1 22.0 Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 1 37.0 EPA vehicle size class Minicompact Cars You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -6000 Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013 Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013
Bulletins are notices put out by manufacturers in conjunction with the NHTSA to notify the public of manufacturing issues or changes.
- B510819 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: The basic conditions for initializing the power windows are not met.
- 12 10 97 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM: Subject on voluntary exhaust emission service action no. 98e-a01. *yc *jn
- 16 01 98 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE: Information on evaporative emission control and fuel filler cap / filler door labels. *yc
- 12 10 97 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM: Subject on voluntary exhaust emission service action no. 98e-a01. Produced from 10/95 - 11/97 *yc*db
- 41/03/96 - STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS: Wind noise diagnostics. *tw
- 12/13/96 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:MODULE: M52 engine control module fault code 12. *tw
138 Results returned successfully. NOTE: Any missing decoded values should be interpreted as NHTSA does not have data on the specific variable. Missing value should NOT be interpreted as an indication that a feature or technology is unavailable for a vehicle.
| Variable | Value |
|---|---|
| Air Bag Loc Front | 1st Row (Driver and Passenger) |
| Body Class | Sedan/Saloon |
| DisplacementCC | 2790.00 |
| DisplacementCI | 170.4 |
| DisplacementL | 2.79 |
| Doors | 4 |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 |
| EngineHP | 190 |
| EngineKW | 141.6830 |
| Engine Manufacturer | BMW-AG |
| Error Text | 0 - VIN decoded clean. Check Digit (9th position) is correct |
| Fuel Type Primary | Gasoline |
| Make | BMW |
| MakeID | 452 |
| Manufacturer | BMW AG |
| Manufacturer Id | 966 |
| Model | 328i |
| ModelID | 1709 |
| Model Year | 1996 |
| NCSA Body Type | 4-door sedan, hardtop |
| NCSA Make | BMW |
| NCSA Model | 3-series |
| Other Restraint System Info | Driver and Passenger Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) |
| Plant City | MUNICH |
| Plant Country | GERMANY |
| Seat Belts All | Manual |
| Series | 3-Series |
| VIN | WBACD3322TAV17358 |
| Vehicle Type | PASSENGER CAR |
| Crash | Fire | Towed | Injured | Deaths | Failure Date |
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| No | No | N | None | None | 20070606 |
Tl*the contact owns a 1996 bmw 328i. He stated that the horn did not work and noticed that the wires were cut in the steering column and under the hood. He stated that he purchased the clockspring, but it was not compatible with the steering wheel. The current mileage was 97,120 and the approximate failure mileage was 96720.
| No | No | N | None | None | 20030901 |
Power lock actuators on vehicle fail repeatedly. Between 2000 and 2003, three power lock actuators failed on vehicle (both rear doors and front passenger door). Sometimes the actuators get stuck in the locked position, sometimes unlocked. Walked away from vehicle with an unlocked door on several occasions before discovering problem. In one case (front pass. Door), door lock was even difficult (but not impossible) to operate manually: this was stuck in the locked position, making entry into the vehicle very difficult.
| No | No | N | None | None | 20030609 |
I have a 328i bmw, and the information in the owners manual states that you never need to change the transmission fluid yet on the day in question my transmission began to stall and jerk. I than called my mechanic who i informed of this trouble, he then informed me to bring the car to him to check. I need to also tell that this automobile does not have a dip stick so there is no way to tell if the transmission fluid is going bad prior to what is happening to me. When i call bmw they informed me that they only warranty the transmission fluid and not the transmission, when you consider that the transmission only operates correctly when the fluid is right. In conclusion i would like to know if there are any other such cases reported and if so what is my course of action if any. Thank you. *jb
| No | No | N | None | None | 20030519 |
The brakes failed on the vehicle. *jb
| No | No | N | None | None | 20020701 |
Air bag light has come on and has stayed on. After contacting dealer, dealer noted that air bags may not deploy in an accident.*ak *scc
| No | No | N | None | None | 20020531 |
Interior lock located on all four doors. Will lock ppassenger in inside of doors without prior warning. Dealership is aware of problem.*ak
| No | No | N | None | None | 20020131 |
Vehicle self diagnoistics provides engine check light warning. Diagnoistic code indicates "low emissions efficiency". Dealer read code and reported the catalytic converter needs to be replaced. Factory warranty expired at 80,000 miles so it was not covered. Replacement costs estimated at $1330. This failure occured less than 100,000 miles on vehicle. I understand that a recall was performed on 1986 318i models for failed catalytic converter parts. The bmw parts source may be the same for the model 328i which would be why i experienced this failure. This mileage is very low for a cat to fail and is unexceptable for a quality manufactured vehicle. *ak
| No | No | N | None | None | 20011130 |
While driving and shifting gears vehicle fails to shift gears properly. Dealer has determined that clutch had gone bad. Please provide further details.*ak
| No | No | N | None | None | 20010331 |
When driving and upon shifting gears vehicle fails to shift gears properly. Consumer has contacted dealer, dealer has determined that clutch was deffective. Please provide further details. *ak
| VIN | Year | Model | Manufactured In |
|---|---|---|---|
| WBACD3322TAV17358 | 1996 | 328i | MUNICH , GERMANY |
| WBACD432XTAV37671 | 1996 | 328i | MUNICH , GERMANY |
| WBACD3329TAV15090 | 1996 | 328i | MUNICH , GERMANY |