1996 BMW 328I vs 1997 BMW 328I
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1996 BMW 328I | 1997 BMW 328I |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 31 | 25 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 6 | 7 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 2 | 3 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | — | — |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | BMW 328I | BMW 328I |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 4 | 7 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 6 | 3 |
| Structure | 3 | 4 |
| Air Bags | 3 | 3 |
| Power Train | 4 | 1 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | 2 |
| Exterior Lighting | 3 | 0 |
| Tires | 0 | 3 |
1996 BMW 328I
1997 BMW 328I
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.