Bmw 328xi 2012
Vehicle Details: Recalls, Consumer Complaints, Service Bulletins
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Where is the 2012 BMW 328xi produced?
- The 2012 BMW 328xi is produced in Munich, Germany.
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Are there recalls for the 2012 BMW 328xi?
- There are 2 recall(s) for the 2012 BMW 328xi, additional information is below.
NHTSA Mandated Recalls
Recall 179349 [USA]: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Recall 110610 [USA]: If the side marker lights do not illuminate, the vehicle may be less visible at night, increasing the risk of a crash.
To ensure accuracy and for your safety, it is recommended to do a free VIN recall check here or here [USA] - UK - Canada.
Bulletins
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.
- B611305 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: The electrical system of bmw vehicles has been subject to an ongoing development process over the last few years. This has led to increased demands being placed on the battery. This document covers important information for the dealer on ho
- SIM010917 - EQUIPMENT: Shipping specific non-deployed vehicle safety devices to lighting resources, llc. This service information bulletin provides information on shipping "specific" noin-deployed vehicle safety devices that are classified as dangerous goods (dg)
- SIM010717 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: The engine?S intake charge-air duct limited warranty extension to 10 years/120,000 miles applies to ?Eligible usspecification
- B110208 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Power reduction, fC2A82 intake vanos and/or fC2A87 exhaust vanos camshaft fault: the ?Service engine soon? (mil) lamp is illuminated and engine power reduction is perceived. This situation can occur after driving for some time with the engi
- B110208 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Power reduction fC2A82 intake vanos and/or fc2 a87 exhaust vanos camshaft fault: the "service engine soon" (mil) lamp is illuminated and engine power reduction is perceived. This situation can occur after driving for some time with the engi
- 110208 - ENGINE (PWS): "power reduction, fc 2a82 intake vanos and/or fc 2a87 exhaust vanos camshaft faults are stored in dme. The ""service engine soon"" (mil) lamp is illuminated and engine power reduction is perceived. This situation can occur after dri
- B013118 - AIR BAGS: Takata air bag recall-related short-term alternate transportation and consequential repairs this service information bulletin supersedes si b01 31 18 dated october 2018.
- B013118 - AIR BAGS: Takata air bag recall-related short-term alternate transportation and consequential repairs this service information bulletin supersedes si b01 31 18 dated october 2018.
- B011618 - AIR BAGS: AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE: Takata class action settlement. Customer support program. Front driver side airbag modules.
- B620315 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Door open message displayed, even though door is closed. The customer complains that while driving, a ccm (check control message) indicates the doors are open, even though they are closed. Also, sometimes the gong will sound and the interio
- B840314 - EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL: Bluetooth connection failures. There are various connectivity failures with the following devices: apple iphones samsung s6 and the s6 edge. Connectivity failure examples are: call disconnection - call is transferred back to the handset. In
- B110616 - ENGINE (PWS): N51, n52, n52k and n52t engines: various eccentric shaft sensor faults stored in the dme - diagnostic hints this service information bulletin and attachment supersedes si b11 06 16 dated april 2016.. The customer may complain about one of t
- B110616 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: N51, n52, n52k and n52t engines: various eccentric shaft sensor faults stored in the dme - diagnostic hints. The customer may complain about one of the following: rough engine running engine cannot be started (crank no start) check engine l
- B840314 - EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY: Si b84 03 14 february 2016 communication systems technical service this service information bulletin supersedes si b84 03 14 dated october 2014. Subject bluetooth connection failures. There are various connectivity failures with the followi
- B650216 - EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY: Subject audio system speaker testing. For audio system speaker testing there is a ned (non electrical diagnosis) test plan available. Cause we previously recommended use of the audio test cd (atc) from bmw. This cd has been discontinued.
- B070314 - ENGINE (PWS): This service information bulletin supersedes si b07 03 14 dated october 2015. Diagnosing stored fault codes to help avoid repeat repair visits. Fault codes stored in vehicles being serviced are not being diagnosed, leading to repeat repair
- B650709 - EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER: Whistling noise coming from the center vent - a/c is off . A very high pitched whistling or beeping noise is heard coming from the center vents. The flow of refrigerant through the expansion valve at certain temperature differentials.
- 650110 - EQUIPMENT: "ccc - ""please insert navigation dvd"" appears on cid. The navigation map dvd cannot be read or detected. The message ""please insert navigation dvd"" appears in the cid (central information display). The navigation system is inoperative.
- 122112 - VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL: "n51, n52k and n52t: idle fluctuation during engine warm-up phase. After a cold engine start, the idle speed may be unstable or start fluctuating up and down slightly while the vehicle is stopped. On vehicles with automatic transmissions, r
- 611305 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: "discharged battery: energy diagnosis must be performed. The electrical system of bmw vehicles has been subject to an ongoing development process over the last few years. This has led to increased demands being placed on the battery. This d
- 511508 - VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR: ?Si b51 15 08 body equipment october 2012 technical service. This service information bulletin supersedes si b51 15 08 dated july 2008. Designates changes to this revision subject rear window false anti-trap activation. Information the anti
- 651112 - EQUIPMENT: Intermittently stored fm radio stations default to fm 87.7. Intermittently, the stored fm radio stations default to fm 87.7 after vehicle start-up. Cause 1. Low battery voltage or voltage drop at the head unit 2. Radio station preset conta
- 651013 - SEATS: "the replacement oc3 seat mat (front passenger seat occupancy) will not enable when following ista repair instruction rep 65 77 604, ""replacing sensor mat (oc3 mat) for passenger seat occupancy detector."" 1. When the new mat is installed
- 513608 - VISIBILITY: "outside door mirror moves when locking or unlocking the vehicle. The door mirror tilts immediately after unlocking or locking. The mirror position does not correspond to the memory position preset by the customer. Pressing the seat memory
- 340713 - BRAKES (PWS): Brake fluid maintenance service: 36-month interval. The cbs displays the first brake fluid service as a 36-month interval from the date of production instead of the appropriate 24-month interval.
- 515510 - STRUCTURE: Si b51 55 10 november 2013 body equipmenttechnical service this service information bulletin supersedes si b51 55 10 dated december 2010. Designates changes to this revision subject rear window release button leaks water.
- 513608 - STRUCTURE: "outside door mirror moves when locking or unlocking the vehicle. The door mirror tilts immediately after unlocking or locking. The mirror position does not correspond to the memory position preset by the customer. Pressing the seat memory
- 340313 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC: Incorrect remaining service life from cbs data for brake pads. The calculated remaining service life for the brake pads (front and/or rear axle) from the cbs data does not match the actual brake pad thickness. The customer notices implausib
- 651310 - EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL: In all audio modes (radio, cd, aux-in, etc.), the audio output is distorted. It is more noticeable with high bass and high audio volume settings. There may also be an intermittent interference noise coming from the loudspeakers at low audio
- 651013 - AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION: "enabling and replacing new oc3 seat mat. The replacement oc3 seat mat (front passenger seat occupancy) will not enable when following ista repair instruction rep 65 77 604, ""replacing sensor mat (oc3 mat) for passenger seat occupancy dete
- 651009 - EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM): The vehicle position is missing or incorrect on the navigation map. The navigation system integrated in the car information computer (cic) is not calibrated correctly.
- 650513 - EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL: Basic svs: voice recognition inoperative after programming. After programming the vehicle with ista/p 2.48.X, the voice recognition (basic svs) is inoperative. Note: the basic svs only includes voice recognition for phone functions. Error
- 541309 - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL : "?Panoramic sunroof repair instructions. Information sunroof repair instructions: the panoramic sunroof contains several ""mechanism sets"" which can be repaired and/or replaced independently in the event of a mechanical failure. When perfo
- 340713 - BRAKES (PWS): Brake fluid maintenance service: 36-month interval. The coding in these vehicles has the cbs displaying the first brake fluid service as a 36-month interval from the date of production, instead of the appropriate 24-month interval.
- 651310 - EQUIPMENT: In all audio modes (radio, cd, aux-in, etc.), the audio output is distorted. It is more noticeable with high bass and high audio volume settings. There may also be an intermittent interference noise coming from the loudspeakers at low audio
- 541309 - VISIBILITY: "panoramic sunroof repair instructions. Information sunroof repair instructions: the panoramic sunroof contains several ""mechanism sets"" which can be repaired and/or replaced independently in the event of a mechanical failure. When perfor
- B011618 - AIR BAGS: For the above-referenced vehicles with driver?S side airbag modules, bmw of north america, llc (?Bmw na?) will provide a customer support program as outlined in the takata settlement customer support program overview attachment. This ?Comp
- 513608 - VISIBILITY: "outside door mirror moves when locking or unlocking the vehicle. The door mirror tilts immediately after unlocking or locking. The mirror position does not correspond to the memory position preset by the customer. Pressing the seat memory
- 8403014 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Iphone: connection failures with ios 7. There are various connectivity failures with the iphone using ios 7. Some examples are listed below: z call disconnection z contact list incomplete z general connection failures apple software ios 7 a
- 652012 - EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.: Rad2plus: radio causes battery drain. The vehicle's battery state of charge is very low after the vehicle was parked for a longer period of time (e.G., overnight). The rad2+ radio doesn't allow the vehicle to enter full sleep mode, and cau
- 121412 - ENGINE (PWS): Si b12 14 12 october 2014 engine electrical systems technical service this service information bulletin supersedes si b12 14 12 dated february 2014. Designates changes to this revision subject n51, n52k, n52t and n55 engine: various faults
- 070314 - EQUIPMENT: Diagnosing stored fault codes to help avoid repeat repair visits. Analysis of fasta data and repeat repair visit reports indicates that there are many fault codes that are stored in the above vehicles, but they are not diagnosed to identify
- 360309 - TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS: Third generation tire pressure monitor system (rdc). Information as of september 2009 production, a new generation tire pressure monitor system has been introduced for all 3 series models. Although the basic operation of the system is simil
- 360211 - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL : Tire pressure monitor system (tpms) functional changes. Information there has been a disruption in the production and supply chain of certain electronic components. These events have influenced global manufacturing facilities, including the
- 340313 - SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC:PADS: Incorrect remaining service life from cbs data for brake pads. The yellow "service due" warning message lights up in the instrument cluster, even though the brake pad thickness is more than 4.2mm (above the thickness at which the pad sensor
- 650514 - EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM): Traffic information is inoperative. The traffic information is intermittently or permanently inoperative. * traffic flow is not displayed on the navigation map. * the traffic list is empty. 1. The offboard availability (backend) system is
- 630714 - EQUIPMENT: "one or both xenon headlights aiming downwards. Cause both sides are aiming downwards: * the most likely cause is a faulty or disconnected rear height sensor. In very extreme cases due to poor road conditions, both headlight assemblies coul
- 610314 - EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY: Check control messages related to battery charge during cold ambient temperatures. On cold days with an outside ambient temperature of less than 15f, customers may notice a check control message related to the battery that is displayed on t
- 840412 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE: Iphone 6, 6 plus, 5, 5s, 5c, 4s, 4, and 3gs with ios 8.X information. Information there is one major difference in functionality since ios 8.0 was released. Scenario: z the customer leaves the vehicle and turns his or her phone off. Z he or
- 840214 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE: Connecteddrive/bmw assist system diagnosis information. Connecteddrive/bmw assist features are partially or completely inoperative. This service information bulletin is being published because vehicles are down for an extended period of tim
- 641010 - EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER: Si b64 10 10 heating and air conditioning july 2014 technical service subject howling/rough running noise when the a/c compressor is engaged.
- 610314 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Check control messages related to battery charge during cold ambient temperatures. On cold days with an outside ambient temperature of less than 15f, customers may notice a check control message related to the battery that is displayed on
- 840314 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Iphone: connection failures with ios 7. There are various connectivity failures with the iphone using ios 7. Some examples are listed below: * call disconnection * contact list incomplete * general connection failures cause apple software i
- 010414 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: External engine oil leaks and repairs. During the vehicle's operational life, normal engine oil seepage or sweating, in addition to accumulated road dust, dirt and grime in the engine compartment can cause the appearance of a more severe oi
- 611714 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: "intelligent battery sensor diagnosis hints. The vehicle enters the workshop with one or more of the following complaints: * check control message related to battery discharge * no-start condition * consumer power reduction (reduced blower
- 010914 - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL : "?Si b01 09 14 september 2014 warrantieswarranties this service information bulletin supersedes si b01 09 14 dated august 2014. Please read this service information bulletin in its entirety, the content has been completely updated. Design
- 840114 - EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL: Connecteddrive/bmw assist system information and availability. Connecteddrive features are partially or completely inoperative. Examples of some of these features are listed below: * bmw assist inoperative ? Sos call ? Roadside assistance c
- 650314 - EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.: Rad2+ radio: background noise with audio turned off. Background noise (buzzing, crackling, static) can be heard: * at low audio volume * when the radio is turned off * when the ignition is turned off note: background noise stops when the ra
- 652513 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: "connecteddrive/bmw assist features are inoperative. Connecteddrive features are partially or completely inoperative. * no traffic information (rtti / artti) * bmw assist ""my info"" service doesn't work. Cause the electronic subscriber agr
- 630414 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING: Delay in automatic driving light switching on/off. When driving out of a tunnel or exiting underground parking, the automatic driving light remains switched on for two minutes, even in daylight. The automatic driving light switching on/off
- 612906 - STEERING: Elv does not release. Cause 1: the steering column is held against the steering lock because of torque from the steering gear. In such cases, a yellow check control warning (cc id# 187) is shown in the instrument cluster, but no faults are
- 510807 - STRUCTURE:BODY:TRUNK LID : Erroneous trunk lid open check control message. The trunk open check control message may appear, even though the trunk lid or tailgate is fully closed and latched. Cause incorrect adjustment of the trunk latch striker
- 240413 - POWER TRAIN: Gm6 - 6l45r: diagnostic procedure for shudder or vibration issues. A shudder or vibration can be felt under light acceleration or when driving at constant suburban speeds. This can be most noticeable in the 1700 - 2200 engine rpm range whil
- B090615 - EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL: New programming feature: exclusion of infotainment control units from programming. Programming with ista/p 3.57.4, or a more recent update, displays a new pop-up window providing options for systems programming.
- B652606 - EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL: "the disclaimer screen automatically disappears from the cid after 10 seconds. Information https://www.Bmwtis.Net/tiscode/cgi-bin/bulletin.Aspx?Sie_path=/tsb/bulletins/htm_store/28...12/2/2015 page 2 of 2 an enhancement was made to the car
- B070314 - EQUIPMENT: This service information bulletin supersedes si b07 03 14 dated may 2015. Designates changes to this revision subject diagnosing stored fault codes to help avoid repeat repair visits. Fault codes stored in vehicles being serviced are not be
- B650215 - EQUIPMENT: Idrive controller trim peeling. The chrome ring on the idrive controller is peeling. Poor chrome material adhesion.
- 651009 - EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM): This service information bulletin supersedes si b65 10 09 dated march 2013. Designates changes to this revision subject cic head unit: vehicle position is missing or incorrect on navigation map. The vehicle position is missing or incorrect
- 650509 - EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM): This service information bulletin supersedes si b65 05 09 dated july 2009. Designates changes to this revision subject cic headunit: navigation system road map usage. Information the car information computer (cic) began replacing the car co
- B270415 - WHEELS: Shudder from the driveline on vehicles with xdrive. There is a shudder or vibration from the driveline when taking off from a stop, or when accelerating at highway speeds. Cause possible multiple root causes related to the engine, wheels &
- B640315 - EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER: Air conditioning cooling is insufficient or inoperative. The air conditioner system refrigerant level is low or empty. Cause the evaporator is leaking refrigerant.
- B360215 - WHEELS: Valve stem replacement with wheel electronics. Information the valve stems are single-use only, and must be replaced every time the wheel electronics are replaced. If you loosen the nut (1), you must replace the valve stem. Failure to repla
- B070314 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Diagnosing stored fault codes to help avoid repeat repair visits. Analysis of fasta data and repeat repair visit reports indicates that there are many fault codes that are stored in the above vehicles, but they are not diagnosed to identify
- 650215 - EQUIPMENT: Sidrive controller trim peeling. The chrome ring on the idrive controller is peeling. Poor chrome material adhesion
- 070314 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: This service information bulletin supersedes si b07 03 14 dated february 2015. Designates changes to this revision subject diagnosing stored fault codes to help avoid repeat repair visits. Analysis of fasta data and repeat repair visit repo
- B012016 - EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY: Footwell module: limited warranty extension to 8 years/125,000 miles. When performing ista/d diagnosis and/or a programming procedure (software update) on an affected vehicle, the footwell module (frm) could fail. There is a compatibility i
- B652616 - EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY: "usb device is not detected by champ2 head unit. Media connected to the usb connector is not recognized by the audio system. Playback of files from the media is not possible. Message displayed on the audio system display: ""title cannot be
- B652516 - EQUIPMENT: Usb cable: battery discharge/audio failure/radio reception. No sound from the radio, telephone, gong signal and or pdc. Poor radio reception and failure of the telematics systems. Possible check control system message: o battery discharge w
- B070314 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Diagnosing stored fault codes to help avoid repeat repair visits this service information bulletin supersedes si b07 03 14 dated october 2015.. Fault codes stored in vehicles being serviced are not being diagnosed, leading to repeat repair
- B840214 - EQUIPMENT: Connecteddrive/bmw assist system diagnosis information this service information bulletin replaces si b84 02 14 dated july 2014 what's new: model - removed models which no longer support bmw assist functionality and added new models. Proce
- B840816 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: The underlying 2g technology for the gsm (global system mobile communication) combox will no longer be supported by the cellular network providers after december 31, 2016. This combox and the bmw assist services that use its functionality w
- B840316 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Service action: gsm combox deactivation / discontinuation with 4 year assist service. What's new: ? Model: option code removed to prevent confusion about affected vehicles ? Situation: information added about bluetooth functionality that is
- B840311 - EQUIPMENT: "?Telematics device spares replacement part activation via dcsnet for bmw assist what's new: ? Model: all models added along with 6ac option code ? Situation: all information added ? Information: deleted cdma related information and added a
Most Recent Consumer Complaints and Accidents
| Crash | Fire | Towed | Injured | Deaths | Failure Date |
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| No | Fire | N | None | None | 20180505 |
I would like to report that my 2012 328xi bmw caught on fire sunday morning at 0315 as i stopped for coffee. My car was parked and turned off and when i returned after 3 minutes or so my car was smoking and a few minutes after that engulfed in flames. I know there were issues with mysterious fires and i want to report that i am one of them.