Bmw 328i-coupe 2008

• Recall 179326 [USA]: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
  Bmw of north america, llc (bmw) is recalling certain 2008-2013 128i and 135i convertibles, 128i, 135i, and m coupes, 2007-2010 x3 30si and x3 xdrive30i, 2013-2015 x1 sdrive28i, x1 xdrive28i and x1 xdrive35i, 2007-2013 328i, 328i xdrive, 335i, 335is, 335i xdrive and m3 coupes, 2006-2011 328i, 328xi, 328i xdrive, 325i, 325xi, 330i, 330xi, 335i, 335xi, 335i xdrive and m3, 2009-2011 335d, 2006-2012 325xi, 328i, 328xi and 328i xdrive, 2010-2011 x6 activehybrid, 2007-2013 328i, 335i, 335is, m3 coupes, x5 30si, x5 xdrive30i, x5 xdrive35i, x5 48i, x5 xdrive48i, x5 xdrive50i and x5 m, 2009-2013 x5 xdrive35d and 2008-2014 x6 xdrive35i, x6 xdrive50i and x6m vehicles equipped with non-desiccated driver frontal air bag inflators containing phase stabilized ammonium nitrate (psan) that were used as interim remedy parts for previous takata recalls. These inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, high temperatures, and high temperature cycling.
  bmw will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver air bag. On x5 and x6 vehicles, only the inflator will be replaced. All repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began march 11, 2020. Owners may contact bmw customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
  owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.Safercar.Gov.

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• Recall 129417 [USA]: An electrical short can cause the parts within the pcv valve to melt, increasing the risk of a fire, even when the vehicle is not in use.
  Bmw of north america, llc (bmw) is recalling certain 2008-2011 128i and 2007-2011 328i, 328xi, 328i xdrive, 525i, 525xi, 528i, 528xi, 530i, 530xi, x3 3.0si, x3 xdrive30i, x5 xdrive30i, z4 3.0i, z4 3.0si and z4 sdrive30i vehicles. The heater for the positive crankcase ventilation (pcv) valve may short circuit.
  bmw will notify owners, and dealers will replace the pcv valve heater, free of charge. Interim letters were mailed on november 27, 2017. Owners will receive a second notification by the end of october 2018. Owners may contact bmw customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
  owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.Safercar.Gov.

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• Recall 138165 [USA]: Wiring that overheats could cause the electrical connectors to melt, and increase the risk of a fire, even when the vehicle is unattended.
  Bmw of north america, llc (bmw) is recalling certain 2006-2011 323i, 325i, 325xi, 328i, 328xi, 330i, 330xi, 335i, 335xi and m3, 2007-2011 328i xdrive, 335i xdrive and 335is and 2009-2011 335d vehicles. The wiring and electrical connectors for the system that controls air flow for the heating and air conditioning system may overheat.
  bmw will notify owners, and dealers will replace the wiring and electrical connectors, free of charge. Interim letters were mailed on november 27, 2017. Owners will receive a second notice when the remedy becomes available. Owners may contact bmw customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
  owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.Safercar.Gov.

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• Recall 94105 [USA]: If there is a loss of electrical power to the vehicle, the vehicle may unexpectedly stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
  Bmw is recalling certain model year 2008-2012 1-series coupes and convertibles manufactured december 2007 through september 2011; and 2007-2011 3-series coupes and convertibles manufactured march 2007 through october 2011; 2007-2011 3-series sedans manufactured march 2007 through october 2011; 2007-2011 3-series sports wagons manufactured march 2007 through june 2011; and 2009-2011 z4 vehicles manufactured march 2009 through june 2011. In february 2013, bmw recalled 504,545 vehicles. In july 2013, bmw informed the agency that it was adding 1-series, 3-series, and z4 vehicles, representing an additional 12,094 vehicles. The total number of vehicles being recalled is now 516,791. The connector for the positive battery cable connector and the corresponding terminal on the fuse box may degrade over time. Over time, the high current flow and heat from electrical resistance may lead to a breakage of the connection, and a loss of electrical power to the vehicle.
  bmw will notify owners, and dealers will replace the positive battery cable connector and secure it with an improved method, free of charge. The recall began on march 13, 2013. Owners may call bmw at 1-800-525-7417 or email bmw at [email protected].
  owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.Safercar.Gov.

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2008 bmw 328i. Consumer writes in regards to rusted battery cables which resulted in vehicle fire.

The diagnostics system was compromised using the obd. I hear noise coming from the dashboard the vehicle is being tracked. When i stop remove the key within 2 minutes i hear the noise coming from the dashboard. Within the next few minutes i hear a louder noise coming from the dashboard. The person who is tracking me is trying to locate the vehicle. Few minutes later they show up. The vehicle was linked to spectrum mobile so i am always picking up spectrum wifi wherever i go. Dongles were used to access my diagnostics system. An obd adapter - a dongle that plugs into the port and connects to the phone via bluetooth. Once you pair the smartphone with the adapter and run the app, a 'basic' mode with high-level options, and an 'expert' one that exposes all the low-level settings can apply and config. With spectrum mobile hotspots, you can access spectrum's wifi network using your mobile device. Spectrum mobile have unlimited access to the following hotspots. I see the following 3 hotspots all time wherever i go in my vehicle along with 2 others. * spectrum mobile * spectrumwifi plus * spectrumwifi you can register up to 15 devices per account, but only five of those devices can be connected to a spectrum wifi hotspot at the same time. Please help i have filed a police report with the long beach police department 502(c) dr# 20-49284 officer aceves did# 5995

The diagnostics system was compromised using the obd. I hear noise coming from the dashboard the vehicle is being tracked. When i stop remove the key within 2 minutes i hear the noise coming from the dashboard. Within the next few minutes i hear a louder noise coming from the dashboard. The person who is tracking me is trying to locate the vehicle. Few minutes later they show up. The vehicle was linked to spectrum mobile so i am always picking up spectrum wifi wherever i go. Dongles were used to access my diagnostics system. An obd adapter - a dongle that plugs into the port and connects to the phone via bluetooth. Once you pair the smartphone with the adapter and run the app, a 'basic' mode with high-level options, and an 'expert' one that exposes all the low-level settings can apply and config. With spectrum mobile hotspots, you can access spectrum's wifi network using your mobile device. Spectrum mobile have unlimited access to the following hotspots. I see the following 3 hotspots all time wherever i go in my vehicle along with 2 others. * spectrum mobile * spectrumwifi plus * spectrumwifi you can register up to 15 devices per account, but only five of those devices can be connected to a spectrum wifi hotspot at the same time. Please help i have filed a police report with the long beach police department 502(c) dr# 20-49284 officer aceves did# 5995

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 bmw 328i. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 30 mph, the brake pedal was depressed and slowed down a significant amount but crashed into another vehicle. The damage was minimal. The vehicle had only received scuff marks on the bumper, however, all air bags, front and rear, had deployed. The driver was the only person in the vehicle. The vehicle was designed to shut off during any impact therefore it was unable to restart. The vehicle was towed. A police report was not filed. The contact stated they only received an injury from the air bag on their right forearm. Medical attention was not needed. The contact contacted the dealer (bmw of las vegas 6900 w sahara ave, las vegas, nv 89117; (702) 570-0279) who informed the contact that there were no recalls on their vehicle relating to the air bags. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The manufacturer confirmed that the vin was not included in the recall and opened a case regarding the matter. The approximate failure mileage was 159,000.*dt consumer stated airbag lights came on and off before the incident. Vehicle has not been repaired.*jb

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 bmw 328i. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 30 mph, the brake pedal was depressed and slowed down a significant amount but crashed into another vehicle. The damage was minimal. The vehicle had only received scuff marks on the bumper, however, all air bags, front and rear, had deployed. The driver was the only person in the vehicle. The vehicle was designed to shut off during any impact therefore it was unable to restart. The vehicle was towed. A police report was not filed. The contact stated they only received an injury from the air bag on their right forearm. Medical attention was not needed. The contact contacted the dealer (bmw of las vegas 6900 w sahara ave, las vegas, nv 89117; (702) 570-0279) who informed the contact that there were no recalls on their vehicle relating to the air bags. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The manufacturer confirmed that the vin was not included in the recall and opened a case regarding the matter. The approximate failure mileage was 159,000.*dt consumer stated airbag lights came on and off before the incident. Vehicle has not been repaired.*jb

Engine camshaft(vanos) adjustment units failing. Bmw na never sent out a recall when knew of it in 2018( see attached feb 2018 service bulletin) . On 8/27/20, tisha of bmw nj office claims dealer is responsible but says there is no recall outstanding. I took it to dealer critz of savannah, ga on 8/27 who claim that there was no recall for this manufacturer defect and that bmw are not built to last 12 years. It cost at least $4000 if not more to fix a recall item that bmw issued feb 2018 for this and never sent to us. In 2018 , they recalled this car for other safety issues (see attached) but hid this major defect they knew about in 2/2018. I am attaching a recall that my auto repair gave me that was never ever given to me by dealer nor sent from bmw na . I need your help to have bmw na extend the recall and pay for for this life threatening manufacturer defect . This was hidden from the public and should be investigated immediately . I was told by critz yesterday prior to my planned trip across the us on 9/4 that the engine could drop at any time as the bolts could be loose but there is no way to tell without spending $1,500 with no end in sight. This car is not an out of town car anymore according to david of critz and was never built to last until 2020. I now have no assurance that i am driving safely in this car and have to add several days to my trip.

Engine camshaft(vanos) adjustment units failing. Bmw na never sent out a recall when knew of it in 2018( see attached feb 2018 service bulletin) . On 8/27/20, tisha of bmw nj office claims dealer is responsible but says there is no recall outstanding. I took it to dealer critz of savannah, ga on 8/27 who claim that there was no recall for this manufacturer defect and that bmw are not built to last 12 years. It cost at least $4000 if not more to fix a recall item that bmw issued feb 2018 for this and never sent to us. In 2018 , they recalled this car for other safety issues (see attached) but hid this major defect they knew about in 2/2018. I am attaching a recall that my auto repair gave me that was never ever given to me by dealer nor sent from bmw na . I need your help to have bmw na extend the recall and pay for for this life threatening manufacturer defect . This was hidden from the public and should be investigated immediately . I was told by critz yesterday prior to my planned trip across the us on 9/4 that the engine could drop at any time as the bolts could be loose but there is no way to tell without spending $1,500 with no end in sight. This car is not an out of town car anymore according to david of critz and was never built to last until 2020. I now have no assurance that i am driving safely in this car and have to add several days to my trip.

The fotwell modules on these cars are defective..There was an extended waraanty covering this to replace the defective frm(or footwell module)but it does not include this car..The car's headlights, brakelights, domelites stay on with car off, thus drainig the battery. The car then lacks power and can shut off even when driving causing a serious accident. In this model car, these are fmr2 modules that can't be rebuilt. Bmw 328i has a supeceeded part and i called them and they wont cover the cost or honor the warranty for this car. Thus i am submitting this as i heard several other bmw onwners with similar models have experienced defective footwell modules..I strongly feel my car should be included as a recall or extended warranty on this part. You cannot replace it as bmw parts no longer carries it, thus how to you get this car to run with the battery draining with lights on?? This poses a danger if vehicle stalls with battery voltage declining as car will no longer run,,even when driving.

The fotwell modules on these cars are defective..There was an extended waraanty covering this to replace the defective frm(or footwell module)but it does not include this car..The car's headlights, brakelights, domelites stay on with car off, thus drainig the battery. The car then lacks power and can shut off even when driving causing a serious accident. In this model car, these are fmr2 modules that can't be rebuilt. Bmw 328i has a supeceeded part and i called them and they wont cover the cost or honor the warranty for this car. Thus i am submitting this as i heard several other bmw onwners with similar models have experienced defective footwell modules..I strongly feel my car should be included as a recall or extended warranty on this part. You cannot replace it as bmw parts no longer carries it, thus how to you get this car to run with the battery draining with lights on?? This poses a danger if vehicle stalls with battery voltage declining as car will no longer run,,even when driving.

Common OBD-II Error Codes

• C2A82 [2] C2A82
• C2A87 [1] C2A87