2008 Bmw 328xit problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Structure:body:door (1) · Engine (1) · Electrical System (1)
Safety recalls (0)
No recalls on record for this model year (campaigns announced since 2010).
Service bulletins (5)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Exterior Lighting 2025-02-20 · B630411 · Service Campaign
the seal(s) on the rear outer taillamps emits gas that causes damage to the electrical connections on the leds (light emitting diodes).
Visibility:power Window Devices And Controls 2024-01-16 · B510819 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
the basic conditions for initializing the power windows are not met.
Electrical System 2024-01-11 · B611305 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
the electrical system of bmw vehicles has been subject to an ongoing development process over the last few years. this has led to increased demands being placed on the battery. this document covers important information for the dealer on how to handle ã¢ââdischarged batteryã¢ââ complaints.
Equipment Adaptive/Mobility 2020-10-01 · B611305 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
discharged battery energy diagnosis must be performed: the electrical system of bmw vehicles has been subject to an ongoing development process over the last few years. this has led to increased demands being placed on the battery. this document covers important information for the dealer on how to
Exterior Lighting:headlights:high/Low Beam Dimmer Switch 2014-10-01 · SIB-63-11-14 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
bmw: on some vehicles, when starting, low beam, with 0552 option, would briefly flashes, due to a faulty led main light module that needs replacing. model 2008-14 f01, f02, f06, f07, f10, f12, f13, f25. *pe
What owners report
2018-10-25 · Engine · 80,000 mi · 🔥 fire“tl* the contact owned a 2008 bmw 328xit. while driving approximately 10 mph, smoke came out of the front passenger side air vent. the vehicle was pulled into the driveway and turned off. within two minutes, the vehicle was engulfed in flames. there were no warning indicators illuminated. the fire department was called and extinguished the fire. a f…”
2018-08-07 · Electrical System · 🔥 fire“as we were pulling on to our street, smoke appeared from the dash. smelled like an electrical fire. the ac made some weird noise as well. we promptly stopped the car in our driveway (about 100feet from when it started), stopped engine, took out key. windshield wipers started going back and forth. windows started going up and down by themselves. wit…”
2011-09-14 · Structure:body:door“drivers side door failure. door fails to unlock from either the inside or outside of car. dangerous in case of accident would be unable to exit the vehicle. no way to open the drivers door. *kb…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.