CarRecallWatchThe 2008 BMW 328xi has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 99 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash, 18 fires, 4 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (46 reports).
2008 BMW 328xi recalls
Driver Airbag Inflator Can Explode, Sending Metal Fragments
Some vehicles may have had their original steering wheel replaced with a sport or M-sport steering wheel that contains a driver airbag inflator that can explode when the airbag deploys.
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.
Overheating wiring can melt connectors and cause fire
The wiring and electrical connectors for the system that controls air flow for the heating and air conditioning may overheat.
Most common 2008 BMW 328xi problems
Problem areas named in the 99 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 46 |
| Engine | 32 |
| Air Bags | 16 |
| Unknown Or Other | 12 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 7 |
| Power Train | 6 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 6 |
| Structure | 6 |
| Exterior Lighting | 4 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 3 |
What owners report
225/40R18 the stoplight right down route 7 by stop and shop there is a rectangular hole in the street. I could not avoid it when driving Friday morning 4/25/25 and the dip in the ground blew my driver side front and rear tires and scratched the rims. I had to spend my day Friday getting my tires replaced and now I have scratches on my rims which are fairly new
The contact owns a 2008 BMW 328XI. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the air bag deployed unintendedly. The contact stated there was no warning light illuminated prior to the air bag deployment. The air bag deployed, and there was no occupant inside the vehicle. The contact stated that after the air bag had deployed, the air bag warning light was illuminated after the air bag had deployed. The vehicle was recently taken to the dealer and the vehicle was taken to the dealer, and the dealer informed the contact that the VIN was not under recall. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline. The failure mileage was approximatel
Unknown
Wiring inside headlamp is not up to Standards. For the cost the replace the headlight the wiring should not be falling apart causing shorts. One night I was driving and got a warning on my dash for my headlights and noticed it was a bit harder to see. Pulled over and noticed the headlight was out. Went to replace the bulb and noticed the wires have zero protection on them and are all touching.. this is not safe as wire shorts can cause a fire and not to mention the visibility issues. The driver side is not the bright at all and flickers while Iâm driving. Both sides are having this issue and thatâs unacceptable saying the headlights are over 800 dollars EACH and thatâs used.. I do not
BMW Bi Xenon Headlights wires harness. Insulation on wires peels off and start touching each other. Malfunction high beam, low beam, turning light.
2008 BMW 328xi questions
Does the 2008 BMW 328xi have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2008 BMW 328xi: Driver Airbag Inflator Can Explode, Sending Metal Fragments; Driver Airbag Inflator May Explode, Sending Metal Fragments; Overheating wiring can melt connectors and cause fire. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2008 BMW 328xi?
Based on 99 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (46), Engine (32), Air Bags (16).
How do I check if a recall on my 2008 BMW 328xi 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.