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2016 BMW 428I engine problems

23 complaints (52% of all complaints for this car).

owner complaints
23
of this car's complaints
52%
crashes
0
recalls
0

Which part fails

Owners did not name a specific part.

At what mileage

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BMW 428I engine problems in other years

201420152016

Related recalls

No recalls on record for this model year.

What 2016 BMW 428I owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Sep 2, 2025 · Electrical, Engine · CA

The contact owns a 2016 BMW 428I. 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.

Filed Aug 12, 2025 · Electrical, Engine · 115,000 miles · CA

The contact owns a 2016 BMW 428I. The contact stated that upon further inspection, the vehicle had an abnormal engine coolant leak. No warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that the engine temperature gauge was rising abnormally. 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 failure. The failure mileage was approximately 115,000.

Filed Jul 18, 2025 · Electrical, Engine · PA

The contact owns a 2016 BMW 428I. The contact stated while driving 20 MPH, the vehicle hesitated, and the contact noticed smoke coming from the engine compartment. The check engine warning light was illuminated. An independent mechanic was contacted. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and was diagnosed and determined that the engine was overheating, and the air condition system had failed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but offered no assistance. The contact related the failure to the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 24V608000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM). The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time to repair the recall. The contact was referred to the federal safety agency Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was unknown.

Filed May 27, 2025 · Electrical, Engine · NY

The engine coolant pump on my 2016 BMW 4 Series has an open recall (#24V‑608), issued in August 2024. It’s been almost a year, and the remedy is still marked as "Not Available." Recently, my check engine light came on. I used my personal OBD-II scanner and retrieved fault code U019F, which indicates “Lost Communication with Engine Coolant Pump Control Module.” This is directly related to the recalled component. I contacted BMW of Bay Ridge in Brooklyn, NY, and they told me I need to pay $335 for a diagnostic, even though I already provided the fault code and it matches the recall issue. They said this is a “standard diagnostic fee,” and they do not offer reimbursement even if it turns out to be related to the recall. BMW North America customer support told me that if a dealership confirms the fault is recall-related, they may try to expedite the remedy. But to get that confirmation, I’m expected to pay out of pocket first — which I find unacceptable since the part is already under an open recall and has now failed. So far, no dealer or service center has inspected the vehicle officially because I don’t want to pay $335 to confirm something I already know. Yes, my safety is at risk — the engine cooling system is compromised, and I’m afraid to drive the car. I feel severely impacted and stuck in a situation where BMW won’t take responsibility unless I pay first. This is unreasonable. I believe BMW should cover diagnostics or offer another way to confirm the issue without forcing owners to pay out of pocket for their known safety defect. I’m requesting the federal safety agency’s help in resolving this issue.

Filed Apr 30, 2025 · Electrical, Engine · MN

The contact owns a 2016 BMW 428I. 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 made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

Filed Apr 23, 2025 · Electrical, Engine · NJ

The contact owns a 2016 BMW 428I. 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.

Filed Apr 8, 2025 · Electrical, Engine · NJ

The contact owns a 2016 BMW 428I. 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 several dealers were contacted, and the contact was informed that parts were no longer 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 .

Filed Apr 1, 2025 · Electrical, Engine · FL

The contact owns a 2016 BMW 428I. 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. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

Filed Mar 27, 2025 · Engine · GA

My 2016 BMW 428i is part of an active recall for a defective engine coolant pump. This defect caused damage to my coolant housing, water pump, thermostat, and engine, and BMW has stated there is no fix available. My vehicle is unsafe and undrivable, yet BMW has not provided any solutions. I am requesting that the federal safety agency investigate and require BMW to provide a resolution, such as repairs, compensation, or a buyback.

Filed Mar 19, 2025 · Electrical, Engine · FL

The contact owns a 2016 BMW 428I. 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 not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

Questions about the 2016 BMW 428I engine

Does the 2016 BMW 428I have engine problems?

Owners have filed 23 complaints about the engine of the 2016 BMW 428I, 52% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 2016 BMW 428I engine problems start?

Not enough complaints include the mileage to tell.

Was there a recall on the 2016 BMW 428I engine?

There is no recall for this problem on this model year.

What year does the BMW 428I have bad engine?

The BMW 428I model years with the most engine complaints are 2015 (37 complaints), 2016 (23 complaints) and 2014 (19 complaints).

Other 2016 BMW 428I problems

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