BMW 328d years to avoid
The BMW 328d years to avoid are 2014, 2015, 2017, 2016, 2018, 2013 — each drew complaint volumes well above the model's norm or has an open safety investigation.
272
Total complaints
8
Recall campaigns
2013–2018
Years covered
6
Years to avoid
Complaints by model year
328d years to avoid
| Year | Why | Complaints | vs avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | High complaints + open investigation | 204 | |
| 2015 | High complaints + open investigation | 34 | |
| 2017 | Open safety investigation | 14 | |
| 2016 | Open safety investigation | 12 | |
| 2018 | Open safety investigation | 8 | |
| 2013 | Open safety investigation | 0 |
Every 328d year
| Year | Complaints | Recalls | Investigations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018avoid | 8 | 4 | |
| 2017avoid | 14 | 3 | |
| 2016avoid | 12 | 4 | |
| 2015avoid | 34 | 6 | |
| 2014avoid | 204 | 7 | |
| 2013avoid | 0 | 3 |
Common questions
What are the worst BMW 328d years?
Based on NHTSA complaint rates and open investigations, the 328d years to avoid are 2014, 2015, 2017, 2016, 2018, 2013.
How many recalls does the BMW 328d have?
Across all model years, the 328d has 8 distinct NHTSA recall campaigns and 272 consumer complaints on file.
Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.