2018 BMW 330I — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
37
Owner Complaints
1
Recall
1
Service Bulletin
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2018 BMW 330I
The 2018 BMW 330I has received a total of 37 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There has been 1 recall campaign affecting this vehicle, covering issues with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE. 1 technical service bulletin have been issued by BMW of North America, LLC for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Engine (11 complaints), Unknown Or Other (6 complaints), and Fuelpropulsion System (4 complaints).
Recalls for the 2018 BMW 330I
NHTSA has recorded 1 recall for the 2018 BMW 330I, potentially affecting up to 5,309 vehicles.
Recall 18V465000 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
| 5,309 vehicles affected
Defect: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018 BMW 540d xDrive vehicles. The crankshaft sensor may be equipped with incorrect firmware, preventing the sensor from properly processing input from the crankshaft reluctor ring, possibly resulting in a vehicle stall. On September 12, 2018, BMW expanded the recall to a total of 5,309 vehicles including certain 2018-2019 BMW 540d...
Consequence: A vehicle stall can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the crankshaft sensor, free of charge. The recall began September 6, 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2018 BMW 330I
37 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2018 BMW 330I. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 11 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Unknown Or Other | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuelpropulsion System | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical Systempropulsion Systemtraction Batterythermal Managementfluidcoolant | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance Automatic Emergency Braking | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System Diesel | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Power Train | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Structurebody | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Tires | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibilitywiper | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
The coolant system and oil housing filters. The entire coolant system components fails in this vehicle after 60,000 mile due to the parts not being all aluminum. This fix alone is about 8k from the BMW Dealership. This isn’t fair to the customer! This needs to be a recall! The parts needs to be more stronger and never replaced with the same manufacturer part! This fails the entire engine system! The car will have multiple issues just because of this constant failing area of the vehicle!
The coolant system and oil housing filters. The entire coolant system components fails in this vehicle after 60,000 mile due to the parts not being all aluminum. This fix alone is about 8k from the BMW Dealership. This isn’t fair to the customer! This needs to be a recall! The parts needs to be more stronger and never replaced with the same manufacturer part! This fails the entire engine system! The car will have multiple issues just because of this constant failing area of the vehicle!
The contact owns a 2018 BMW 330I. The contact stated that while driving 35-40 MPH, the vehicle shut off unintendedly. The contact stated that there was an oil intake leak and a coolant leak. There were several warning lights illuminated after the failure. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, who determined that there was an engine malfunction with the vehicle. The local dealer was contacted and confirmed there was no recall or warranty coverage on the VIN for the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 80,000.
Car keeps overheating. Water pump, water hose and expansion tank have been replaced several times and the car still overheats.
While driving on the highway, my vehicle unexpectedly caught fire due to no fault of my own. Upon investigation, it appears the fire originated from a short in the rear window defroster wiring, which led to significant damage in the right rear C-pillar area, headliner, rear window, and rear deck. This event was not only hazardous to my physical safety but also deeply traumatic on a personal level. As someone who suffered severe burns as a child, experiencing a fire while operating a vehicle triggered a powerful emotional response. The trauma of the incident has had a profound impact on my mental health and sense of safety. I have always trusted BMW for its engineering excellence and commitment to safety, which makes this situation even more disheartening because they refuse to fix my vehicle.
Safety Rating for the 2018 BMW 330I
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2018 BMW 330I in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2018 BMW 330I
BMW of North America, LLC has issued 1 technical service bulletin (TSBs) for the 2018 BMW 330I. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
B840418 — EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
BLUETOOTH AND USB AUDIO PLAYBACK FUNCTIONS MISSING - IPHONE: Playlists, song titles, etc. from iPhone do not display on Head Unit Basic 2.
NHTSA Investigations for the 2018 BMW 330I
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the BMW 330I
- 2017 BMW 330I — 54 complaints
- 2018 BMW 330I (current)
- 2019 BMW 330I — 46 complaints
- 2020 BMW 330I — 59 complaints
- 2021 BMW 330I — 35 complaints
- 2022 BMW 330I — 5 complaints
- 2023 BMW 330I — 3 complaints