2012 BMW 328I vs 2014 BMW 328I
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2012 BMW 328I | 2014 BMW 328I |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 130 | 151 |
| Recall campaigns | 6 | 8 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 587 | 527 |
| Investigations | 1 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 4 | 19 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20–27 | 26–27 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 81,000 mi | 60,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | BMW 328I | BMW 328I |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 55 | 29 |
| Electrical System | 23 | 52 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 16 | 29 |
| Air Bags | 26 | 15 |
| Power Train | 20 | 9 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 10 | 13 |
| Service Brakes | 2 | 20 |
| Exterior Lighting | 4 | 11 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 18 | 12 |
| Loss of power | 11 | 10 |
| Check engine light | 9 | 7 |
| Overheating | 8 | 7 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 7 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 5 |
2012 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.