2.5
hardly worth mentioning- Crashes / Fires:
- 0 / 0
- Injuries / Deaths:
- 0 / 0
- Average Mileage:
- 59,032 miles
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After running errands and car had been parked for an hour or so, I returned to my vehicle and it would crank but would not start. After trying to start a few times it finally started and I was able to make it home without having to call a tow truck (Or being abandoned in a mall parking lot in the middle of the night). My car drove fine the next day, after driving for about an hour I parked at my parents home during a visit that lasted an hour or so. When returning to my vehicle to leave the same thing happened as before. It would crank but would not start. It took a few tries to start and then it ran fine and I was able to make it home with no issue. It started okay the following day and I was able to drive to and from work (approx. 8 miles). After parking over night I went to start vehicle and it would not start at all. It would crank but would not start. I had the battery replaced thinking it was an old battery (2010 vehicle) this would still not work, the car was also not able to be jumped from the engine compartment, may have something to do with the battery lines or fuel pump"Previous recall? I did not own this vehicle prior to 2018 so I am not sure if this could be the issue? Or properly repaired previous recall" recently APRIL 2022 Recall-PCV Valve Heater.The recall information claims that it is only activated in "cold weather climates" and that it may not have been produced to specifications by the supplier. Over time this could lead to overheating in the engine compartment. In some cases, this could lead to fire! This recall's remedy is unavailable at this time which is extremely concerning. I am actually scared to attempt to continue to inspect, as this recall can cause a fire. If this was a recall regarding windows, or windshield wipers that would be a little easier to deal with, but fires! The recall info requested drivers and passengers to dial 911 and immediately move to a safe location away from traffic if you see smoke/funny smell no remedy availabl
- Baltimore, MD, USA
BMW of North America, llc (BMW) is recalling certain 2009 328I and 328xi, 2009-2011 335D, 2008-2012 M3 coupe and M3 convertible, and 2008-2011 M3 sedan vehicles. The connection of the positive battery cable at the fuse box terminal may degrade, resulting in an intermittent loss of electrical power. Consequence: A loss of electrical power can cause the vehicle to stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Olympia, WA, USA
Over the course of three days, while driving my 2010 BMW 328I on a highway at a rate of speed of 65-70 mph, the motor stalled, shut off, died, lost power causing me to have to get to the breakdown lane by forward momentum alone. Very dangerous because the other cars on the road have no idea that my car has no power. After sitting for approximately 15 minutes, I tried starting the car and it started right up and I was able to drive it as though nothing was wrong with it. I called my BMW dealer and am bringing it there tomorrow. He said that the repairs may be covered and that they would know better after looking at the fuel pump because there may be an issue with it. The car only has died while traveling on an interstate highway at a higher rate of speed. Extremely dangerous.
- Lawrence, MA, USA
My car died while driving on the highway about 2 months ago. There was no apparent cause. After having it towed to my mechanic, he found that the hose connecting the fuel line to the gas tank had rotted come disconnected, so my car was not getting fuel. He put a new hose and clamp on the car. One week later my car wouldn't start; I was leaving a parking lot. I had to have it towed to my mechanic again. He stated it was the same issue. This time I had to have a completely new fuel tank, new lines, clamps, ect. Installed. The first repair costs me $500 and the new tank costs me another $1400 I called BMW and they indicated there was a memo regarding something similar, but no recall. I was hoping they would provide some help to me since it is a serious issue and cost a ridiculous amount of money. They stated there was nothing they could do since it wasn't a stated recall.
- Glen Rock, PA, USA
Faulty fuel injectors. Known problem at BMW and mechanics. BMW has offered an "limited warranty extension". why wasn't it a full recall? my vehicle was not in an accident. I'm reporting it only as a concern.
- Southlake, TX, USA
The contact owns a 2010 BMW 328I. While driving approximately 65 mph, the motor shut down without warning. The vehicle was not restarted and coasted to the side of the road. The vehicle was towed to a repair shop where it was diagnosed that the fuel tank needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified. The approximate failure mileage was 49,500.
- Monroeville, PA, USA
I was driving and the vehicle at approximately 20mph on a city street when it just stalled out and dash lights went out and back on. I have only 66000 miles on the car. Repair shop is saying fuel pump is seized up and needs to be replaced which may be related to this recall NHTSA campaign number: 13V044000. I was never notified of any recall. I purchased this car used from BMW in February of 2013. When I run the VIN number no recall comes
- Johnston, RI, USA
The contact owns a 2010 BMW 328I. While driving at 45 mph, the vehicle stalled. The contact was unable to restart the vehicle. The service engine soon warning light illuminated after the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was towed to a dealer who diagnosed that one of the fuel lines fractured and that the fuel lines and fuel pump needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 60,000.
- Margate , NJ, USA
The contact owns a 2010 BMW 328xi. While driving approximately 20 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic. The technician diagnosed that the R & R battery, the computer registry battery, and the fuel pump needed to be replaced. The contact was aware of NHTSA campaign number: 13V044000 (electrical system) however, the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 65,242. Updated 02/05/15 updated 6/10/2015
- West New York, NJ, USA
- Hartford , CT, USA