2015 BMW 328I engine and engine cooling problems
42 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the engine and engine cooling on the 2015 BMW 328I — 34% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“The contact owns a 2015 BMW 328I. The contact stated that while driving at 40 MPH, the vehicle caught on fire. The fire originated in the engine compartment. There were no warning lights illuminated. The driver was able to extinguish the fire. The vehicle was towed to the residence and was then…”
filed Jul 16, 2026
“The contact owns a 2015 BMW 328I. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V608000 ( ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM). The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the message "turn off engine and do not open hood" was displayed on the instrument…”
filed May 6, 2026
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related service bulletins
Diesel fuel injectors: ltd wty extension to 10 years/120,000 miles
B010919 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Nov 16, 2023
Engine and Engine Cooling problems in other 328I years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 328I | 13 | 23% |
| 2014 328I | 29 | 19% |
| 2013 328I | 44 | 17% |
| 2012 328I | 16 | 12% |
| 2011 328I | 175 | 31% |
| 2010 328I | 39 | 25% |
| 2009 328I | 21 | 11% |
| 2008 328I | 33 | 14% |
| 2007 328I | 35 | 9% |
| 2000 328I | 5 | 4% |
| 1999 328I | 1 | 1% |
| 1998 328I | 2 | 8% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2015 BMW 328I
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.