# Recalls that may apply to the 2012 BMW 328i A recall listed here may apply to a vehicle of this year, make and model. Only the manufacturer can say whether it applies to one vehicle: check the VIN with the official lookups. ## United States (NHTSA), as of 2026-10-19 - [24V608000](/recalls/nhtsa/24V608000.md), 2024-08-13: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:CONNECTORS/PLUGS/RECEPTACLES; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:PUMP. BMW of North America, LLC. \(BMW\) is recalling certain 2012\-2015 X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i, 2012\-2016 Z4 sDrive28i, 528i, 528i xDrive, 328i, 328xi, 2016\-2018 X5 xdrive 40e, 2014\-2016 228i, 228xi, 428i, 428i xDrive, 328xi Gran Turismo, 2013\-2017 X3 sDrive28i, X3 xDrive28i, 2015\-2018 X4 xDrive28i, 2015\-2016 428xi vehicles. An improperly sealed electrical connector on the water pump may be exposed to water and short circuit. - [24V513000](/recalls/nhtsa/24V513000.md), 2024-07-03: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE; AIR BAGS:FRONTAL. BMW of North America, LLC \(BMW\) is recalling certain 2006\-2011 3 Series Sedan \(324i, 325i, 325xi, 328i, 328xi, 330i, 330xi, 335i, 335xi\), 2006\-2012 3 Series Sportswagon \(325xi, 328i, 328xi\), and 2009\-2011 3 Series Sedan \(335d\) vehicles. The original steering wheel may have been replaced with a sport or M\-sport steering wheel equipped with an inflator that can explode during deployment. - [23V707000](/recalls/nhtsa/23V707000.md), 2023-10-20: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE. BMW of North America, LLC \(BMW\) is recalling certain 2010\-2012 1 Series Coupe, 1 Series Convertible, 3 Series Sedan, 3 Series Convertible, 2010\-2011 3 Series Sportswagon, 3 Series Coupe, 5 Series Sedan, X3 xDrive 28i, X3 xDrive 30i, X5 xDrive30i, and Z4 sDrive30i vehicles. The aluminum bolts that secure the housing for the variable camshaft timing adjustment \(VANOS\) unit can loosen over time and possibly break. - [22V119000](/recalls/nhtsa/22V119000.md), 2022-03-02: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CRANKCASE \(PCV\). BMW of North America, LLC \(BMW\) is recalling certain 2008\-2013 1 Series Coupe \(128i\); 2007\-2013 3 Series Coupe \(328i, 328xi, 328i xDrive\); 2007\-2010 X3 SAV \(X3 3.0si, X3 xDrive30i\); 2008\-2013 1 Series Convertible \(128i\); 2006\-2011 3 Series Sedan \(325i, 325xi, 328i, 328xi, 328i xDrive, 330i, 330xi\); 2006\-2012 3 Series Wagon \(328i, 328i xDrive\); 2007\-2013 3 Series Convertible \(328i\); 2006\-2010 5 Series Sedan \(525i, 525xi, 528i, 528xi, 530i, 530xi\); 2006\-2007 5 Series Wagon \(530xi\); 2007\-2010 X5 SAV \(X5 3.0si, X5 xDrive30i\); 2006\-2008 Z4 Coupe \(Z4 3.0si\); and 2006\-2011 Z4 Roadster \(Z4 3.0i, Z4 3.0si, Z4 sDrive30i\) vehicles. The heater for the positive crankcase ventilation \(PCV\) valve may short circuit. - [20V017000](/recalls/nhtsa/20V017000.md), 2020-01-15: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE. BMW of North America, LLC \(BMW\) is recalling certain 2008\-2013 128i and 135i Convertibles, 128i, 135i, and M Coupes, 2007\-2010 X3 30si and X3 xDrive30i, 2013\-2015 X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i and X1 xDrive35i, 2007\-2013 328i, 328i xDrive, 335i, 335is, 335i xDrive and M3 Coupes, 2006\-2011 328i, 328xi, 328i xDrive, 325i, 325xi, 330i, 330xi, 335i, 335xi, 335i xDrive and M3, 2009\-2011 335D, 2006\-2012 325xi, 328i, 328xi and 328i xDrive, 2010\-2011 X6 ActiveHybrid, 2007\-2013 328i, 335i, 335is, M3 Coupes, X5 30si, X5 xDrive30i, X5 xDrive35i, X5 48i, X5 xDrive48i, X5 xDrive50i and X5 M, 2009\-2013 X5 xDrive35d and 2008\-2014 X6 xDrive35i, X6 xDrive50i and X6M vehicles equipped with non\-desiccated driver frontal air bag inflators containing phase stabilized ammonium nitrate \(PSAN\) that were used as interim remedy parts for previous Takata recalls. These inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long\-term exposure to high absolute humidity, high temperatures, and high temperature cycling. - [15V520000](/recalls/nhtsa/15V520000.md), 2015-08-17: EXTERIOR LIGHTING. BMW North America, LLC \(BMW\) is recalling certain model year 2012\-2015 320i, 320xi, 328i, 328xi, 335i, 335xi, and ActiveHybrid3 vehicles manufactured October 20, 2011, to June 22, 2015, 2014\-2015 328xi Sports Wagon vehicles manufactured March 21, 2013, to March 17, 2015, 2014\-2015 328d, 328xd vehicles manufactured June 28, 2013, to April 21, 2015, and 2014\-2015 328xd Sports Wagon vehicles manufactured July 5, 2013, to April 21, 2015. The affected vehicles may have been programmed with new software that inadvertently makes the front side marker lights inoperative in conjunction with the parking lights or the headlights. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard \(FMVSS\) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment." Built 2011\-10\-20 to 2015\-06\-24. - [14V627000](/recalls/nhtsa/14V627000.md), 2014-10-07: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS; SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM. BMW of North America LLC \(BMW\) is recalling certain model year 2014 BMW 328i xDrive Sports Wagon, 2012\-2014 BMW 320i Sedan, 328i Sedan, 320i xDrive Sedan, 328i xDrive Sedan, 2012\-2013 BMW 528i Sedan, 528i xDrive Sedan, 2013\-2014 BMW X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i Sports Activity Vehicle, 2013\-2014 BMW X3 xDrive28i Sports Activity Vehicle, 2012\-2014 BMW Z4 sDrive28i Roadster, and 2014 BMW 428i Coupe, and 428i xDrive Coupe. Due to insufficient lubrication, the vacuum pump that supplies brake power assistance may fail. Note: This recall is an expansion of recall 13V\-454. Built 2012\-06\-11 to 2014\-05\-26. - [13V454000](/recalls/nhtsa/13V454000.md), 2013-09-26: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS; SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM. BMW of North America LLC \(BMW\) is recalling certain model year 2012\-2014 320i, 328i, 320i xDrive, and 328i xDrive sedans; model year 2014 328i xDrive Sports Wagons; model year 2012\-2013 528i and 528i xDrive sedans, model year 2013\-2014 X1 sDrive28i and X1 xDrive28i vehicles and model year 2012\-2014 Z4 sDrive28i roadsters. Due to insufficient lubrication, the vacuum pump that supplies brake power assistance may fail. Built 2012\-05\-01 to 2013\-08\-31. - [12V176000](/recalls/nhtsa/12V176000.md), 2012-04-20: SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:HEAD RESTRAINT. BMW IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 BMW 3\-SERIES VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 19, 2011, THROUGH MARCH 18, 2012, THAT HAVE FRONT SEAT HEAD RESTRAINTS THAT EXCEED THE DOWNWARD MOVEMENT LIMIT OF 25MM IN THE HIGHEST POSITION. THUS, THESE VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 202A,"HEAD RESTRAINTS." Built 2011\-10\-19 to 2012\-03\-18. ## Canada (Transport Canada), as of 2026-10-19 - [2024544](/recalls/tc/2024544.md), 2024-08-15: Label. Issue: On certain vehicles, the tire and loading information label does not list that there is no spare tire in both official languages. The label reads as "NONE" when it should read as "NONE / AUCUN". Canadian regulations require the information to be listed on the label in both English and French. Safety Risk: This error does not affect vehicle safety. Corrective Actions: This is not a recall. The company has corrected the tire and loading information label for all new vehicles. - [2024468](/recalls/tc/2024468.md), 2024-08-13: Engine. Issue: On certain vehicles, fluid from the positive crankcase ventilation \(PCV\) system could leak on the intake air hose. As a result, the fluid could enter the electrical connector for the water pump and cause a short circuit. Safety Risk: A short circuit can create the risk of a fire, even while the vehicle is parked and turned off. Corrective Actions: To reduce the safety risk, BMW advises you to park your vehicle outdoors and away from other vehicles or structures until the recall repairs are completed. BMW will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to inspect and, if necessary, replace the water pump and electrical connector. The dealer will also install a shield on the connector. - [2024392](/recalls/tc/2024392.md), 2024-07-03: Airbag. Issue: This recall applies to vehicles that may be equipped with a replacement sport or M\-sport steering wheel that has a Takata airbag. Long\-term exposure to high absolute humidity and temperature, combined with high temperature cycling, may eventually degrade the propellant contained in the driver\-front airbag. This could cause the airbag to deploy with more force than normal. If the airbag inflator ruptures, fragments could be propelled toward vehicle occupants or cause damage to the airbag assembly, preventing its proper function. Safety Risk: If the vehicle is involved in a crash requiring an airbag deployment, the airbag inflator could rupture and create a risk of injury. Corrective Actions: BMW will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to inspect and, if necessary, replace the driver\-front airbag module. To learn if your vehicle is affected by this recall, owners may: • Visit \ https://www.bmw.ca/en/ssl/VehicleRecall.html\ • Contact your preferred or local BMW Retailer • Call BMW Customer Relations Recall Services at 1\-855\-217\-3002 - [2022095](/recalls/tc/2022095.md), 2022-03-02: Engine. Issue: On certain vehicles equipped with an N52 or N52K 6\-cylinder engine, a manufacturing problem could cause the PCV valve heater \(blow\-by heater\) to short circuit and overheat. Note: This replaces Transport Canada recalls 2017\-470 and 2019\-170. Only vehicles equipped with an N52 or N52K engine require this repair. Safety Risk: An overheated engine PCV valve heater could create the risk of a fire, even while the vehicle is parked and turned off. Corrective Actions: BMW will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to install a wire harness repair kit. BMW recommends that you should park your vehicle outdoors until the recall repairs have been completed. - [2021093](/recalls/tc/2021093.md), 2021-02-24: Steering. Issue: On certain vehicles, the bolts that attach the electric power steering assist motor to the steering gear may corrode and break. This could cause a loss of power steering assist. Safety Risk: A loss of power steering assist may result in a sudden increase in steering effort, especially at low vehicle speeds. This could increase the risk of a crash. Corrective Actions: BMW will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to replace the bolts and apply a wax sealer. If one or more of the bolts are broken or missing, a new steering gear will be installed. - [2019310](/recalls/tc/2019310.md), 2019-06-20: Electrical. Issue: On certain 3\-series and M3 vehicles, the positive battery cable connection to the fuse box may fail. This could cause a loss of electrical power while driving. As a result the engine could turn off and various electrical systems may not work, including the lights. Safety Risk: A sudden loss of engine power and/or loss of vehicle electrical systems could increase the risk of a crash. Corrective Actions: BMW will notify owners by mail and instruct them to take their vehicle to a dealer to replace the positive battery cable connector with an updated version. Note: This is an expansion of recall 2013\-048. - [2016142](/recalls/tc/2016142.md), 2016-03-31: Airbag. On certain vehicles, the driver frontal airbag inflator could produce excessive internal pressure during airbag deployment. Increased pressure may cause the inflator to rupture, which could allow fragments to be propelled toward vehicle occupants, increasing the risk of injury. This could also damage the airbag module, which could prevent proper deployment. Failure of the airbag to fully deploy during a crash \(where deployment is warranted\) could increase the risk of personal injury to the seat occupant. Correction: Dealers will replace the front driver air bag inflator or air bag module, depending on the vehicle model. - [2015369](/recalls/tc/2015369.md), 2015-08-14: Lights And Instruments. Certain vehicles may not comply with the requirements of Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 108 \- Lighting System and Retroreflective Devices. The front side markers may be inoperative due to a vehicle software update. This could result in the front side marker lamps not illuminating in conjunction with the parking lamps or headlamps, and no warning message would be displayed in the instrument cluster. The turn signal function of the front side marker lamps would remain operational. This could cause the vehicle to fail to comply with the requirements of the standard, and reduce vehicle conspicuity, which could increase the risk of a crash causing injury and/or damage to property. Correction: Dealers will update vehicle software. - [2014435](/recalls/tc/2014435.md), 2014-10-03: Powertrain. On certain vehicles, a defect in manufacturing could result in a loss of oil supply to the vacuum pump. If this were to occur, the vacuum pump could fail, causing a loss of power assist to the braking system. This could cause increased stopping distances, possibly resulting in a crash causing injury and/or damage to property. Correction: Dealers will install a camshaft seal disk locking ring. Note: This is an expansion of recall 2013\-330. - [2014127](/recalls/tc/2014127.md), 2014-04-10: Engine. On certain vehicles, housing bolts for the variable camshaft timing system could break, allowing camshaft timing to deviate. If this occurs, the engine would revert to "limp home mode", limiting available engine power. This could increase the risk of a collision causing injury and/or damage to property. Correction: Dealers will replace affected bolts. ## Check a VIN - [NHTSA recall lookup by VIN, United States](https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls) - [Transport Canada recall search, Canada](https://wwwapps.tc.gc.ca/Saf-Sec-Sur/7/VRDB-BDRV/search-recherche/menu.aspx?lang=eng) Contains information licensed under the Open Government Licence – Canada. JSON: [/v1/vehicles/2012_bmw_328i/recalls](/v1/vehicles/2012_bmw_328i/recalls) [Report an error on this page](https://github.com/wenmar-pro/wenmar-open/issues/new?template=data_correction.yml&title=Data%20correction%3A%202012%20BMW%20328i&page=https%3A%2F%2Fopen.wenmarpro.com%2Fmakes%2Fbmw%2F328i%2F2012%2Frecalls&vehicle=2012%20BMW%20328i)