2009 Bmw 128i Us problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Structure:body (1) · Exterior Lighting (1) · Electrical System (1)
Safety recalls (0)
No recalls on record for this model year (campaigns announced since 2010).
Service bulletins (84)
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.
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.
Steering: Steering Wheel/Handle Bar 2021-04-01 · B340414 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
diagnosis of compound brake system complaints in m vehicles: 1. visible cracks are caused by high thermal stresses during rapid heating and cooling of the brake discs. braking from high speed with cold brake components (less than 212 degrees f) increases the likelihood of cracks to form.
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
Engine And Engine Cooling 2020-09-01 · B110208 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
power reduction, fc2a82 intake vanos and/or fc2a87 exhaust vanos camshaft fault: the ?service engine soon? (mil) lamp is illuminated and engine power reduction is perceived. this situation can occur after driving for some time with the engine at full operating temperature. if theignition is cycled,
Power Train 2020-04-01 · B110208 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
power reduction fc2a82 intake vanos and/or fc2 a87 exhaust vanos camshaft fault: the "service engine soon" (mil) lamp is illuminated and engine power reduction is perceived. this situation can occur after driving for some time with the engine at full operating temperature. if the ignition is cycled
Equipment Adaptive/Mobility 2019-07-10 · 512012 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
rattling noise from underneath the instrument panel. a rattling or clattering noise may be heard from the driver's or passenger foot well area while driving. cause tolerance excessive between the footwell air duct and the securing hooks.
Showing the 6 most recent of 84 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2019-04-09 · Unknown Or Other · 100,000 mi“exterior heated mirrors with dimming have turned a dark brown color. after searching the internet i have discovered that this is a large problem with various models/years bmw's. i contacted the local bmw dealer and was told they have seen this problem often but bmw north america will not deal with it. i called bmw north america and was told by b…”
2016-03-21 · Structure:body · 93,000 mi“tl* the contact owns a 2009 bmw 128i us. the contact stated that the center rear brake light lens was detaching from the vehicle. the vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the lens needed to be replaced. the vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred seven times. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the failure mi…”
2011-02-08 · Electrical System · 9,000 mi · 🔥 fire“tl* the contact owns a 2009 bmw 128i. the contact stated that the passenger side taillights failed and toxic burning fumes were emitting into the interior cabin of the vehicle through the ventilation system. the vehicle was taken to the dealer who was unable to diagnose the failures but opted to place deodorant to the air conditioner as a remedy. …”
2011-01-05 · Exterior Lighting · 6,000 mi“tl*the contact owns a 2009 bmw 128i. the contact noticed that the rear tail lights were inoperable and due to the design he was unable to replace the bulb. the vehicle was taken to a dealer who was aware of the failure and stated that the entire rear tail light assembly needed to be replaced; however, there were no parts available in north america.…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.