How common are engine problems in the 2013 BMW 328i?

NHTSA lists 137 engine complaints for this model year, which is 53% of all 257 complaints filed for the 2013 328i.

Is there a recall for the 2013 BMW 328i engine?

No related recalls are listed in NHTSA data for the engine problems reported on the 2013 BMW 328i.

At what mileage do engine problems typically show up?

The median mileage at failure across the reported engine complaints is 79,500 miles.

Do the engine problems involve fires?

Yes. NHTSA data shows 7 fires and 7 injuries associated with complaints in this area for the 2013 328i, including several engine compartment fires while parked.

How does 2013 compare to other 328i model years for engine complaints?

The 2013 328i's engine complaints made up 53% of its total complaints, lower than the 2011 model year's 64% but higher than 2014's 42%.

2013 BMW 328i Engine Problems

NHTSA lists 137 engine complaints for the 2013 BMW 328i, 53% of its 257 total complaints for the model year. Failures include stalling, timing chain failure, and engine fires, with a median mileage at failure of 79,500 miles. No related recalls are listed.

Engine complaints: 137; 53% of 257
Crashes reported: 6
Fires reported: 7
Injuries reported: 7
Median mileage: 79,500 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical engine symptoms owners report

Engine stalls suddenly at highway or city speeds without warning, sometimes leading to a rear-end collision.
Timing chain failures reported, including one case where the chain broke around 82,000 miles after a dealer inspection found nothing wrong.
Engine compartment fires occur both while driving and while the vehicle is parked and unoccupied, with several vehicles destroyed.
Uncommanded engine surges or racing reported with the brake depressed, in some cases causing the car to lurch forward into another vehicle.
Owners report no dashboard warning lights or service alerts before engine fires or stalling events occurred.

When 2013 BMW 328i engine complaints were filed

First complaint Jul 15, 2013, latest Mar 12, 2026.

137 complaints filed with NHTSA from 2013 Q3 to 2026 Q1; peak 2024 Q4 (20).

Engine recalls for the 2013 BMW 328i

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Engine complaints by 328i model year

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

201086 (55%)
2011370 (64%)
201275 (58%)
2013137 (53%)
201463 (42%)
201565 (52%)
201630 (53%)

Frequently asked questions

How common are engine problems in the 2013 BMW 328i?: NHTSA lists 137 engine complaints for this model year, which is 53% of all 257 complaints filed for the 2013 328i.
Is there a recall for the 2013 BMW 328i engine?: No related recalls are listed in NHTSA data for the engine problems reported on the 2013 BMW 328i.
At what mileage do engine problems typically show up?: The median mileage at failure across the reported engine complaints is 79,500 miles.
Do the engine problems involve fires?: Yes. NHTSA data shows 7 fires and 7 injuries associated with complaints in this area for the 2013 328i, including several engine compartment fires while parked.
How does 2013 compare to other 328i model years for engine complaints?: The 2013 328i's engine complaints made up 53% of its total complaints, lower than the 2011 model year's 64% but higher than 2014's 42%.