2010 BMW 328I: fuel pump failure

Filed Jun 24, 2022 · Electrical · MD

Have been made aware recently a recall has been required on my vehicle although no remedy is available yet. PCV Crankcase Valve is defective which can cause several issues with vehicle...after learning this my car was having issues cranking and not starting, thinking it was the battery I had it replaced and still to no avail..replaced fuel pump thinking it may be a fuel issue and now no power..battery chargers get extremely hot when trying to charge car...B+ Battery Cable has been recalled in the past although I did not own this vehicle when BMW was mad aware in 2011, and my vehicle is a 2010! So many recalls, defective components with fuel related issues and electrical problems that can leave owners stranded. I have been lucky my car is at my home, although I now have to rely on others for transportation now....

Filed Apr 12, 2022 · Electrical, Fuel system · MD

After running errands and car had been parked for an hour or so, I returned to my vehicle and it would crank but would not start. After trying to start a few times it finally started and I was able to make it home without having to call a tow truck (Or being abandoned in a mall parking lot in the middle of the night). My car drove fine the next day, after driving for about an hour I parked at my parents home during a visit that lasted an hour or so. When returning to my vehicle to leave the same thing happened as before. It would crank but would not start. It took a few tries to start and then it ran fine and I was able to make it home with no issue. It started okay the following day and I was able to drive to and from work (approx. 8 miles). After parking over night I went to start vehicle and it would not start at all. It would crank but would not start. I had the battery replaced thinking it was an old battery (2010 vehicle) this would still not work, the car was also not able to be jumped from the engine compartment, may have something to do with the battery lines or fuel pump?Previous recall? I did not own this vehicle prior to 2018 so I am not sure if this could be the issue? Or properly repaired previous recall? recently APRIL 2022 Recall-PCV Valve Heater.The recall information claims that it is only activated in "cold weather climates" and that it may not have been produced to specifications by the supplier. Over time this could lead to overheating in the engine compartment. In some cases, this could lead to fire! This recall's remedy is unavailable at this time which is extremely concerning. I am actually scared to attempt to continue to inspect, as this recall can cause a fire. If this was a recall regarding windows, or windshield wipers that would be a little easier to deal with, but fires! The recall info requested drivers and passengers to dial 911 and immediately move to a safe location away from traffic if you see smoke/funny smell no remedy availabl

Filed Apr 3, 2018 · Engine, Fuel system · 104,577 miles · MA

Over the course of three days, while driving my 2010 bmw 328i on a highway at a rate of speed of 65-70 MPH, the motor stalled, shut off, died, lost power causing me to have to get to the breakdown lane by forward momentum alone. Very dangerous because the other cars on the road have no idea that my car has no power. After sitting for approximately 15 minutes, I tried starting the car and it started right up and I was able to drive it as though nothing was wrong with it. I called my bmw dealer and am bringing it there tomorrow. He said that the repairs may be covered and that they would know better after looking at the fuel pump because there may be an issue with it. The car only has died while traveling on an interstate highway at a higher rate of speed. Extremely dangerous.

Filed Mar 28, 2016 · Electrical · 75,000 miles · CA

Tl* the contact owns a 2010 bmw 328i. The contact stated that while driving at 45 MPH, the vehicle stalled. The contact stated that the service engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where the failure was unable to be determined. The failure recurred after one week and the vehicle was towed to the independent mechanic who replaced the fuel pump. The failure recurred. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 75,000.

Filed Aug 20, 2015 · Fuel system · 60,000 miles · NJ

Tl* the contact owns a 2010 bmw 328i. While driving at 45 MPH, the vehicle stalled. The contact was unable to restart the vehicle. The service engine soon warning light illuminated after the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was towed to a dealer who diagnosed that one of the fuel lines fractured and that the fuel lines and fuel pump needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 60,000.