2011 BMW 328xi engine problems
The 2011 BMW 328xi has 33 engine complaints filed with NHTSA — 33% of the year's total, and up sharply from the prior model year.
33
Engine complaints
33%
Share of year
1
Crash-involved
0
Related recalls
Engine complaints by year
What owners report
“The contact owns a 2011 BMW 328XI. The contact stated that while driving at unknown speeds, an odor appeared from the exhaust pipe and under the hood where the engine was located. The contact mentioned that every year the oil was changed at an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed and…”
Common questions
How many engine complaints does the 2011 BMW 328xi have?
NHTSA has 33 complaints about the 2011 BMW 328xi engine — 33% of all complaints filed for that model year.
Related
Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.
Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.