CarRecallWatchThe 2013 BMW 128i has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 36 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash, 1 fire, 1 injury.
The most-reported problem area is Air Bags (24 reports).
2013 BMW 128i recalls
Heater in crankcase valve can short and cause fire
The heater for the positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) valve may short circuit.
Driver Airbag Inflator May Explode, Sending Metal Fragments
The driver-side frontal airbag inflator in certain vehicles contains an ammonium nitrate propellant that was not properly dried.
Driver air bag inflator may rupture in a crash
BMW is recalling certain vehicles because the driver's frontal air bag inflator can rupture when the air bag deploys.
Most common 2013 BMW 128i problems
Problem areas named in the 36 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Air Bags | 24 |
| Engine | 4 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 4 |
| Structure | 3 |
| Electrical System | 2 |
| Service Brakes | 2 |
| Visibility/Wiper | 1 |
| Seats | 1 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 |
| Seat Belts | 1 |
What owners report
The contact owns a 2013 BMW 128I. The contact stated that the air bag warning light remained illuminated. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure was a recurring failure, and the vehicle was parked and no longer driven due to safety concerns. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.
On or about 2022 I was given notice of recall which told me to go to any BMW dealer for repair. I went to Niello BMW in Sacramento. I was getting car processed and then told to summarily leave. They refused to repair my car per recall notice
The contact owns a 2013 BMW 128I. The contact stated that after starting the vehicle, the air bag warning light illuminated. The contact also stated that while his wife was seated in the front passengerâs seat, the passengerâs side air bag warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who determined that the front passengerâs side seat occupancy mat had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact that the part was no longer being manufactured. The failure mileage was approximately 82,000.
Front passenger air bag seat occupancy sensor (OC3) mat warning "Passenger restraint system. Fault in passenger restraint system affecting airbag" BMW has an extended warranty for this exact issue on several other models, but not the 1 series which should be included. This is a huge safety issue and shouldn't be the customer's responsibility.
See attached document for complaint.
2013 BMW 128i questions
Does the 2013 BMW 128i have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2013 BMW 128i: Heater in crankcase valve can short and cause fire; Driver Airbag Inflator May Explode, Sending Metal Fragments; Driver air bag inflator may rupture in a crash. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2013 BMW 128i?
Based on 36 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (24), Engine (4), Engine And Engine Cooling (4).
How do I check if a recall on my 2013 BMW 128i has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.