How many airbag complaints does NHTSA have for the 2010 BMW 328i?

NHTSA lists 43 airbag complaints for the 2010 328i, which is 28% of all 155 complaints filed for the year.

Is there an airbag recall for the 2010 BMW 328i?

Yes. Two recalls cover airbags on this year, including campaign 24V513000 for the driver's air bag module and campaign 20V017000, part of the broader Takata driver airbag recall.

Did the airbag problems cause injuries or crashes?

NHTSA data shows 2 crashes and 3 injuries linked to airbag complaints on the 2010 328i, with no reported fires.

At what mileage do airbag problems typically show up?

The median mileage at failure for airbag complaints on the 2010 328i is 89,750 miles.

How does the 2010 328i compare to other years for airbag complaints?

The 2010 model's 28% share of complaints tied to airbags is the highest among the years listed, compared to 16% in 2011 and 20% in 2012.

2010 BMW 328i Airbags Problems

NHTSA lists 43 airbag complaints for the 2010 BMW 328i, 28% of all complaints filed for the year, linked to 2 crashes and 3 injuries at a median failure mileage of 89,750. Two related recalls, including the Takata driver airbag campaign, cover this issue.

Airbags complaints: 43; 28% of 155
Crashes reported: 2
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 3
Median mileage: 89,750 mi
Related recalls: 2

Typical airbag symptoms owners report

Driver airbag inflator tied to the Takata recall reported as ruptured or at risk of rupturing in a crash, in some cases deploying with enough force to injure the driver's face.
Owners describe long waits for replacement parts after receiving Takata recall notices, with vehicles left unrepaired for six months or more.
Check engine and airbag warning lights illuminate together, with dealers diagnosing an air bag and restraint system malfunction.
Passenger restraint or seat belt warning alarms activate on startup or after driving, sometimes clearing on their own after a period of driving.
At least one owner reported crashing after losing control on an icy road, with airbags and seat belt systems involved in the resulting injury.

When 2010 BMW 328i airbag complaints were filed

First complaint Aug 22, 2012, latest Apr 23, 2026.

43 complaints filed with NHTSA from Aug 2012 to Apr 2026; peak Nov 2016 (2).

Airbags recalls for the 2010 BMW 328i

NHTSA 24V513000Jul 3, 2024Airbags394,029 vehicles
Air bags:frontal:driver side:inflator module
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.
Risk: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the driver's air bag module as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 30, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
NHTSA 20V017000Jan 15, 2020Airbags59,965 vehicles
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.
Risk: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver air bag. On X5 and X6 vehicles, only the inflator will be replaced. All repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began March 11, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Airbags complaints by 328i model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

201043 (28%)
201191 (16%)
201226 (20%)
201339 (15%)
201415 (10%)
20152 (2%)
20162 (4%)

Frequently asked questions

How many airbag complaints does NHTSA have for the 2010 BMW 328i?: NHTSA lists 43 airbag complaints for the 2010 328i, which is 28% of all 155 complaints filed for the year.
Is there an airbag recall for the 2010 BMW 328i?: Yes. Two recalls cover airbags on this year, including campaign 24V513000 for the driver's air bag module and campaign 20V017000, part of the broader Takata driver airbag recall.
Did the airbag problems cause injuries or crashes?: NHTSA data shows 2 crashes and 3 injuries linked to airbag complaints on the 2010 328i, with no reported fires.
At what mileage do airbag problems typically show up?: The median mileage at failure for airbag complaints on the 2010 328i is 89,750 miles.
How does the 2010 328i compare to other years for airbag complaints?: The 2010 model's 28% share of complaints tied to airbags is the highest among the years listed, compared to 16% in 2011 and 20% in 2012.