BMW 128I recalls

7 recall campaigns since 2013 include the BMW 128I. Choose a model year to see only the recalls that cover it.

By model year

2013 (3 recalls)2012 (5 recalls)2011 (7 recalls)2010 (7 recalls)2009 (6 recalls)2008 (6 recalls)

Most recalled parts

Engine and engine cooling (3), Air bags (2), Electrical system (2) among the latest campaigns.

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Latest recalls

2006–2013 BMW Z4, 3 Series, 5 Series and more recall: Engine and engine cooling: exhaust system, emission control, crankcase (pcv)
March 2, 2022 · BMW of North America, LLC · Campaign 22V-119
0si, Z4 sDrive30i) vehicles. The heater for the positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) valve may short circuit.
2006–2015 BMW 335IS, 328I, 335I and more recall: Air bags: frontal, driver side, inflator module
January 15, 2020 · BMW of North America, LLC · Campaign 20V-017
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2008-2013 128i and 135i Convertibles, 128i, 135i, and M Coupes, 2007-2010 X3 30si and X3 xDrive30i, 2013-2015 X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i and X1 xDrive35i, 2007-2013…
2008–2012 BMW 135I, 128I, 135IS recall: Electrical system: wiring
August 6, 2019 · BMW of North America, LLC · Campaign 19V-579
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2008-2012 BMW 128i, 135i, 135is Coupes and 128i, 135i Convertible vehicles. The wiring and electrical connectors in the blower-regulator wiring harness may overheat.
2007–2011 BMW 328I, 128I, X5 and more recall: Engine and engine cooling: exhaust system, emission control, crankcase (pcv)
October 30, 2017 · BMW of North America, LLC · Campaign 17V-683
0si and Z4 sDrive30i vehicles. The heater for the positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) valve may short circuit.
2006–2015 BMW 128I, X6 Sac, X5 Sav and more recall: Air bags: frontal, driver side, inflator module
February 5, 2016 · BMW of North America, LLC · Campaign 16V-071
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2008-2013 128i and 135i coupes and convertibles and 1 Series M coupes, 2006-2011 325i, 325xi, 328i, 328xi, 328i xDrive, 330i, 330xi, 335i, 335xi, 335i…
2010–2012 BMW 128I, 135I, 328I and more recall: Engine and engine cooling: engine
April 10, 2014 · BMW of North America, LLC · Campaign 14V-176
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2010-2011 128i Coupe, 128i Convertible, 328i Sedan, 328i xDrive Sedan, 328i Coupe, 328i Convertible, 328i Sports Wagon and Z4 sDrive 30i, 2011-2012 135i…
2007–2012 BMW 328I, 335I, 128I and more recall: Electrical system: wiring, fuses and circuit breakers
February 7, 2013 · BMW of North America, LLC · Campaign 13V-044
BMW is recalling certain model year 2008-2012 1-Series coupes and convertibles manufactured December 2007 through September 2011; and 2007-2011 3-Series coupes and convertibles manufactured March 2007 through October…

Frequently asked questions

How many recalls has the BMW 128I had?

NHTSA lists 7 recall campaigns since 2013 that include the BMW 128I, across 6 model years (2008–2013).

Which BMW 128I model year has the most recalls?

The 2011 BMW 128I appears in the most campaigns (7). Counts reflect how many recalls include that year, not how many cars were affected.

How do I check my BMW 128I for recalls?

Use the free VIN lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls. A campaign applies only to certain vehicles, so a model-year match is not enough.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recall data for passenger vehicles, recalls since 2013, shown as published. This site is independent and not affiliated with NHTSA or any manufacturer. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and follow your manufacturer’s notice. Terms and disclaimer.