Bmw 328i 2012
Model 328i made in 2012 by Bmw got 13 consumer complains as well as 4 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to air bags and seats. Technical service bulletines regarding electrical system and fuel system, gasoline.
Model 2012
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | |||||
| SIB-12-18-12 | 11/01/2012 | 10049679 | Bmw: if bsd communication is disrupted, oil level sensor data is no longer received by dme. bsd communication fault(s), after repairs are shortly set, requires removal of ignition harness from cylinder head cover. all models. no model | 01/18/2013 | |
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | |||||
| SB-1214 | 10/12/2012 | 10049439 | Bmw: vehicles needs diagnosing for n63 misfire faults when service engine soon lamp is illuminated. lack of diagnosing engine or fuel system could cause incorrect diagnosis and repeated repair attempts. no models or model years listed. | 01/15/2013 | |
| (PWS) | |||||
| SIB-12-18-12 | 11/01/2012 | 10049679 | Bmw: if bsd communication is disrupted, oil level sensor data is no longer received by dme. bsd communication fault(s), after repairs are shortly set, requires removal of ignition harness from cylinder head cover. all models. no model | 01/18/2013 | |
| SB-1214 | 10/12/2012 | 10049439 | Bmw: vehicles needs diagnosing for n63 misfire faults when service engine soon lamp is illuminated. lack of diagnosing engine or fuel system could cause incorrect diagnosis and repeated repair attempts. no models or model years listed. | 01/15/2013 | |
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| AIR BAGS | |||
| 10/12/2012 | 3828 | ||
| Passenger side air bag disengages if passenger sits on any type cushion. passenger side air bag disengaged light is on if passenger is in the passenger seat sitting on any type of cushion or padding. the air bag can disengage if passenger wears a padded winter coat. this bmw 328i originally was delivered with the air bag engaged with or without a passenger in the passenger seat, the passenger side air bag disabled light was always off and the air bag was engaged. bmw will not restore to the original delivered condition. the passenger sitting on any cushion or padding is in danger of injury because of a disengaged passenger air bag. this was not the original delivered condition. | |||
| SEATS | |||
| 10/12/2012 | 3828 | ||
| Passenger side air bag disengages if passenger sits on any type cushion. passenger side air bag disengaged light is on if passenger is in the passenger seat sitting on any type of cushion or padding. the air bag can disengage if passenger wears a padded winter coat. this bmw 328i originally was delivered with the air bag engaged with or without a passenger in the passenger seat, the passenger side air bag disabled light was always off and the air bag was engaged. bmw will not restore to the original delivered condition. the passenger sitting on any cushion or padding is in danger of injury because of a disengaged passenger air bag. this was not the original delivered condition. | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES | |||
| 01/12/2013 | 5000 | ||
| I was pulling into the drive way to park my car. because there is a tiny slant, so i decided to push for a little gas. the car, however, did not stop when i pressed on the break. i was only able to stop the car because the i drive through the garage door. | |||
| STEERING | |||
| 10/31/2012 | 5000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2012 bmw 328i. while driving approximately 40 mph, there was a complete loss of power steering with an illumination of the power steering warning indicator. the contact applied significant force to the steering wheel in order to maneuver the wheel. the vehicle was maneuvered to the side of the road where the engine was turned off. upon restarting, the steering wheel functioned normally with the warning indicator illuminated. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for inspection where they advised the contact that the battery was low voltage. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was not notified of the problem. the approximate failure mileage was 5,000. kmj | |||
| 10/31/2012 | 5000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2012 bmw 328i. while driving approximately 40 mph, there was a complete loss of power steering with an illumination of the warning indicator. the contact applied significant force to turn the steering wheel. the vehicle was maneuvered to the side of the road where the engine was turned off. upon restarting, the steering wheel functioned normally with the warning indicator illuminated. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for inspection and they stated there was a low battery voltage. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was not notified of the problem. the approximate failure mileage was 5,000. js | |||