BMW 328XI overheating problems

Filed Jun 16, 2022 · Engine · 114,900 miles · NY

The contact owns a 2010 BMW 328XI. The contact stated while driving approximately 50 MPH, the vehicle was overheating and the gauge was notifying the contact of the engine temperature moving from high to extremely high. The contact also stated there was black smoke coming from the engine and tailpipe. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 22V119000 (Engine and Engine Cooling) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The dealer was made aware of the issue. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The approximate failure mileage was 114,900. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

Filed Jun 8, 2022 · Engine · PA

The contact owns a 2011 BMW 328XI. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 22V119000 (Engine and Engine Cooling) 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 contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle overheated while the HVAC system was turned on. Additionally, the vehicle jerked and there was smoke coming from the exhaust pipe while driving. The dealer was made aware of the failure but confirmed that parts were not yet available. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

Filed Oct 24, 2019 · Engine · 56,000 miles · NC · crash

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 bmw 328xi. While driving various speeds, the vehicle overheated, and the check engine and oil indicators illuminated. On august 26, 2019, the vehicle was towed to rick hendrick bmw (1518 savannah hwy, charleston, sc 29407, (843) 261-5760) to be repaired per the federal safety agency campaign number: 17v683000 (engine and engine cooling). On august 27, 2019, the contact's vehicle was involved in a crash while being test driven by a mechanic. There were no injuries. The contact was notified of the crash the following day. On august 29, 2019, the contact went to the dealer to speak with a manager and was informed that he would need a police report before they could make any decisions regarding his vehicle. A police report was filed. The contact had not spoken with his insurance company. On september 3, 2019, the contact was provided a repair estimate via email at the cost of $4,751. The contact was informed that the rec eccentric shaft sensor with the valve cover, oil filter solenoids, spark plugs, coils and other oil related failures in the engine needed to be replaced. On october 15, 2019, the contact was informed that his bumper had been replaced by the insurance company of the driver who crashed into his vehicle and that he was "all set to go". Upon his return home, the vehicle began smoking and the check engine indicator illuminated. The contact had the vehicle towed back to the dealer. The contact was denied a loaner vehicle. The contact was unaware of the vehicle's whereabouts. The failure mileage was 56,000.

Filed Jun 23, 2019 · Electrical, Engine · CT

When I turn on my air conditioning my car overheats when I was driving home from work it started to overheat and I was stuck on the highway for about 2 hours I need this problem fixed as soon as possible I am in fear of this happening again

Filed Aug 27, 2018 · Electrical, Engine · 110,000 miles · PA · fire

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 bmw 328xi. While driving at an unknown speed, an odor of burning plastic emitted through the air vents. In addition, the contact stated that the vehicle overheated. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign numbers: 17v676000 (electrical system) and 17v683000 (engine and engine cooling); however, the parts needed for the repairs were not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repairs. The vehicle was taken to princeton bmw (3630 quakerbridge rd, hamilton township, nj 08619, (609) 570-1520), but was not repaired because parts were unavailable. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact to take the vehicle to the dealer. The approximate failure mileage was 110,000. Vin tool confirms parts not available for the federal safety agency campaign numbers: 17v676000 (electrical system) and 17v683000 (engine and engine cooling). - (recall related incident) ts

Filed Jul 2, 2018 · Electrical, Fuel system · 150,000 miles · MA

Fuel pump is burning out and liquid isn't passing through the tank properly. The car is overheating anf feels like it's going to start fire.

Filed May 23, 2018 · Electrical, Visibility · 79,000 miles · MD · fire

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 bmw 328xi. While the vehicle was parked, the blower motor and wiring harness became overheated, melted, and caused damage to the glove box and the passenger side carpet. A fire report was not filed. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the blower motor and harness needed to be replaced. A local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 17v676000 (electrical system). The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 79,000.

Filed Feb 16, 2018 · Electrical, Engine · 132,000 miles · ME

When driving 40 to 45 MPH on a city street vehicle displays moderate overheat warning and within minutes displays high temperature overheat warning and goes into failsafe mode which make the car come to a halt. This could cause a dangerous situation in a busy highway. And air flow controller for the heating system doesn't blow hot air.

Filed Dec 28, 2017 · Engine · 82,000 miles · CA · fire

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 bmw 328xi. While stationary, the vehicle overheated without warning and smoke appeared from the engine compartment. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 17v683000 (engine and engine cooling) prior to the failure. The dealer and manufacturer were not notified. The failure mileage was approximately 82,000.

Filed Dec 5, 2017 · Electrical, Engine · CA

Tl* the contact's daughter owns a 2007 bmw 328xi. On two occasions, while driving, the vehicle stalled. On one occasion, the engine overheated. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 17v676000 (electrical system). The parts to do the repair were unavailable. The dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and did not assist. The contact was informed of the federal safety agency campaign number: 17v683000 (engine and engine cooling). The recall was expected to begin on december 18, 2017. The failure mileage was unavailable.