2013 BMW 328XI: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2013 BMW 328XI: 2 recalls, 27 owner complaints.
Recalls
2 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Exterior lights Vehicle recall #15V520000 · 2015 · 7,727 vehicles
What's wrong: The affected vehicles May have been programmed with new software that inadvertently makes the front side marker lights inoperative in conjunction with the parking lights or the headlights. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (fmvss) number 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."
Why it matters: If the side marker lights do not illuminate, the vehicle May be less visible at night, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Bmw will notify owners, and dealers will upload revised software to correct the issue, free of charge. The recall began on October 7, 2015.
Electrical, Engine & cooling Vehicle recall #24V608000 · 2024 · 720,796 vehicles
What's wrong: Bmw of north america, LLC. (BMW) is recalling certain 2012-2015 x1 sdrive28i, x1 xdrive28i, 2012-2016 z4 sdrive28i, 528i, 528i xdrive, 328i, 328xi, 2016-2018 x5 xdrive 40e, 2014-2016 228i, 228xi, 428i, 428i xdrive, 328xi gran turismo, 2013-2017 x3 sdrive28i, x3 xdrive28i, 2015-2018 x4 xdrive28i, 2015-2016 428xi vehicles. An improperly sealed electrical connector on the water pump May be exposed to water and short…
Why it matters: An electrical short increases the risk of a fire.
The fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the water pump and plug connector as necessary, and install a protective shield, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 28, 2025.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 2 mention a fire, 2 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Engine (7): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (2), noise or vibration (2).
- Transmission & drivetrain (7): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (3), noise or vibration (3), hard / delayed shifting (3).
- Airbags (3): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Other / unknown (3): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
The 2013 BMW 328XI has 27 owner complaints, ranking #4 of 11 328XI model years for complaints (about average; the typical year has 42). Complaints peaked in 2014 (8 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 3 years old, at a median of 33,120 miles. Neighboring years: 2012 (1 complaints, 4 recalls), 2014 (17 complaints, 3 recalls).
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FAQ
Does the 2013 BMW 328XI have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 vehicle recalls for the 2013 BMW 328XI. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2013 BMW 328XI problems?
Owners have filed 27 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are engine (7), transmission & drivetrain (7), airbags (3).
Where can I get a 2013 BMW 328XI repair manual?
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