CarRecallWatchThe 2021 BMW 330e has 5 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 injury.
The most-reported problem area is Engine (3 reports).
2021 BMW 330e recalls
Passenger seat belt may release early in a crash
The passenger seat belt's automatic locking retractor may deactivate early, before the webbing has fully retracted.
Front Seat Belt Bolt May Be Loose, Risking Less Protection
Some 2021 BMW vehicles may have a front seat belt buckle assembly whose bolt, which secures the assembly to the frame, was not tightened to specification during production.
Rearview camera may be blocked or go dark in reverse
When the vehicle is shifted into Reverse, part of the rearview camera image can be obscured, or the screen may not turn on.
Battery Debris Can Cause Short Circuit and Fire Risk
Debris may have entered one or more hybrid battery cells during production.
Loose Battery Welds Can Cause Short Circuit and Fire Risk
Certain plug-in hybrid vehicles may have loose welding beads inside the high-voltage hybrid battery.
Most common 2021 BMW 330e problems
Problem areas named in the 4 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Engine | 3 |
| Power Train | 2 |
| Electrical System | 2 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 1 |
| Service Brakes | 1 |
| Steering | 1 |
What owners report
I am getting error code 21A50A and 216115 which Starter Overheating that can cause fire. Similar error code were coming on other cars and BMW have recalled it the recall number is 26V056. I ask BMW and NHTSA to include 330E in this recall as 330E is similar to 330I. 330I and 330E uses same parts and similar design and excluding the 330E from this recall doesn't make sense.
1. The engine starter motor (specifically the pinion starter) has failed, and the auxiliary battery is also showing reduced capacity (only a portion of its 660 cold cranking amps). The vehicle is currently at a service center where the technician has diagnosed these issues. The components should be available for inspection upon request, as they have not yet been replaced. 2. The failure of the starter motor and battery primarily affects the vehicle's ability to start. While this could potentially strand you in an unsafe location, the information provided does not indicate any specific safety incident or risk that occurred during operation. No direct safety hazard has been reported. 3.
On 5/22/24 had a catastrophic failure of the Electric Motor Electronics and 12v Battery. I have requested that the BMW Serice Assistant provide me with all affected parts for inspection. Shutdown of the vehicle high voltage system could result in a crash. When this part fails along with the 12v battery you lose control of all vehicle electronics (steering, braking, electrical power, and propulsion). Yes, there was a previous voluntary recall campaign 19V-599s Service Information Bulletin (Revision 2) which replaced SI B12 27 19 dated October 2019 by BMW for this device. The vehicle and component has been inspected by the Richmond BMW Service Technician. I started to experience problems with
In Buford GA at the corner of Elm Tree Terrace and Buford Dam road, I was waiting for the light to turn on a decline. It is important to note that the car was driving in all-electric mode on a full charge. Once the light turned green I stepped on the accelerator to go and the car stalled. I believe the transmission slipped. The gears caught at high torque and jolted the car involuntarily forward. I didn't notice it at first but after a couple of sleepless nights with shoulder pain: I got an MRI and was found to have a torn rotator cuff. It is difficult to associate the injury as it is hard to access the force applied to the jolt. The only word I can use to describe the force of the jolt was
2021 BMW 330e questions
Does the 2021 BMW 330e have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls for the 2021 BMW 330e: Passenger seat belt may release early in a crash; Front Seat Belt Bolt May Be Loose, Risking Less Protection; Rearview camera may be blocked or go dark in reverse; Battery Debris Can Cause Short Circuit and Fire Risk; Loose Battery Welds Can Cause Short Circuit and Fire Risk. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2021 BMW 330e?
Based on 4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine (3), Power Train (2), Electrical System (2).
How do I check if a recall on my 2021 BMW 330e 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.