The contact owned a 2013 BMW 328i. The contact stated that while driving through a drive-thru, smoke and flames emerged from underneath the hood. The fire department arrived on the scene and extinguished the fire. The vehicle was towed to a local tow yard. The contact stated that the vehicle was purchased eight days prior to the failure. The contact researched and discovered an unrepaired recall associated with the VIN. The VIN was included in the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 24V608000 (Engine and Engine Cooling, Electrical System). The vehicle was deemed a total loss. The failure mileage was approximately 150,000.
2013 BMW 328I electrical problems
62 complaints (24% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 98,000. 1 crash reported.
- owner complaints
- 62
- of this car's complaints
- 24%
- typical mileage
- 98,000
- crashes
- 1
- recalls
- 1
Which part fails
- Ignition: switch1
At what mileage
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BMW 328I electrical problems in other years
Specific symptoms reported on the 2013 BMW 328I electrical
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Related recalls
Electrical system: wiring: connectors/plugs/receptacles
- What is wrong
- 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.
- Risk
- An electrical short increases the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and replace the water pump and plug connector as necessary, and install a protective shield, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 28, 2025. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1‑800‑525‑7417.
Recall number 24V608000 · Recall details
What 2013 BMW 328I owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
The contact owns a 2013 BMW 328i. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the engine overheated, and multiple warning lights were illuminated. The contact then stated that the vehicle lost power and would not restart. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed that the water pump and electrical plug connector had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The contact later received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 24V608000 (Engine and Engine Cooling, Electrical System). The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact requested reimbursement for the cost of the repair that was performed prior to the safety recall, but the dealer informed the contact that the reimbursement claim was denied. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure, and the manufacturer also denied the reimbursement claim. The approximate failure mileage was 89,565.
See attached document for complaint. I am writing in reference to the recall on my 2013 BMW-328xi. The vin number is. The recall is for the water pump electrical connector. My water pump failed May 2024. I went to an independent repair service center that specializes in BMW repair, which in turn was the closest service center to where the vehicle broke down. I paid out of pocket for the repair. Now there is a recall on this part, I would appreciate reimbursement for the charges. I am enclosing a copy of the invoice.
See attached document for complaint.
Recall was issued in August 2024 and there is yet to be a fix/remedy
Dropped off my BMW on June 17 for a water pump recall 24V‑608 for wiring harness connector issue and the dealer did indeed discover corrosion and damage to the water pump which could cause a thermal event or a fire. However, they repaired 1 single strand of wire by replacing a pin and not the entire connector or the water pump. Furthermore, I was charged $197 for that damaged wire saying even though the wire was corroded, I had to pay to repair that to do the recall which was to put a plastic sheath over the wiring.
The contact owns a 2013 BMW 328I. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 24V608000 (Engine and Engine Cooling, Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
The contact owns a 2013 BMW 328i. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 24V608000 (Engine and Engine Cooling, Electrical System); However, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
The contact owns a 2013 BMW 328I. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 24V608000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
The contact owns a 2013 BMW 328I. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 24V608000 (Engine and Engine Cooling, Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
Questions about the 2013 BMW 328I electrical
Does the 2013 BMW 328I have electrical problems?
Owners have filed 62 complaints about the electrical of the 2013 BMW 328I, 24% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 2013 BMW 328I electrical problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 98,000 miles.
Was there a recall on the 2013 BMW 328I electrical?
Yes, 1 recall: 24V608000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the BMW 328I have the most electrical problems?
The BMW 328I model years with the most electrical complaints are 2011 (130 complaints), 2007 (129 complaints) and 2008 (85 complaints).
Other 2013 BMW 328I problems
Engine 134Airbags 39Brakes 31Transmission 23Fuel system 20Seat belts 10Body 8Steering 8Driver assistance 7Acceleration 6Lights 6Seats 5Suspension 2Visibility 2Wheels 2
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