2024 BMW 330i Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls
Caution The 2024 BMW 330i has a Complaint Index of 73, ranking 5th worst out of 16 model years and earning a Caution verdict. Owners reported 5 complaints, including unintended acceleration and a steering lockup, plus 2 recalls covering steering and electrical systems.
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
YearToAvoid Scorecard
- Complaint Index
- 73/100
- #5 of 16 330i years
- Verdict
- Caution
- vs. other years of this model
- Complaints
- 5
- unique NHTSA reports
- Recalls
- 2
- distinct NHTSA campaigns
- Crashes
- 3
- reported in complaints
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 1
- Top issue
- Airbags
- NHTSA overall rating
- Not rated
- EPA combined MPG
- 28
- 24.5 city / 33.5 hwy
- Injuries / deaths
- 1 / 0
Top 2024 BMW 330i problems
Share of this year’s NHTSA complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Other3 (60%)
- Airbags1 (20%)
- Electrical System1 (20%)
- Engine1 (20%)
- Lane Departure1 (20%)
- Steering1 (20%)
- Transmission & Powertrain1 (20%)
A complaint can list more than one component, so shares add up to more than 100%. Shares are % of complaints.
What owners report
- Owners describe the steering locking up completely while brakes and accelerator engaged simultaneously, resulting in a crash.
- Some drivers report the engine revving high on its own after shifting into reverse, followed by sudden unintended acceleration.
- Others report the vehicle lurching forward unexpectedly while shifting into reverse, causing a collision with no warning lights illuminated.
- A burning or overheating smell from the center console area has been reported alongside sensor malfunctions and unexpected gear shifts while driving.
2024 BMW 330i recalls
2 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- NHTSA 26V056000Jan 30, 2026Electrical System87,394 vehicles
Electrical system:starter assembly
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Toyota Supra, 2022-2023 2 Series Coupe, 2021-2024 5 Series (xDrive), 2021-2022 Z4, 2022-2024 4 Series (Gran Coupe), 2021-2024 4 Series (Convertible and xDrive Convertible), 2021-2023 4 Series (Coupe), 2021-2024 3 Series, 2021-2023 X4, 2021-2024 X3 vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of all models. The engine starter may overheat and catch fire due to wear on an internal component.
Risk: Fire increases the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the engine starter, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 21, 2026. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning March 24, 2026.
- NHTSA 23V770000Nov 16, 2023Steering201 vehicles
Steering
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2024 2 Series Coupe (230i), 330i, X3 sDrive30i, X3 xDrive30i, X3 M40i, and X4 xDrive30i, X4 M40i vehicles. The steering gear may not have been tightened properly, which can allow it to loosen.
Risk: A loose steering gear can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the steering gear, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 11, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
2024 BMW 330i fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 24.5 MPG
- Highway
- 33.5 MPG
- Combined
- 28 MPG
- Annual fuel cost (EPA)
- $2,850
- 15,000 mi/yr
- Fuel
- Premium
- Current regular gas
- $4.32/gal
- national avg.
EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.
2024 compared with other 330i years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2024 BMW 330i reliable?
- NHTSA data gives the 2024 330i a Complaint Index of 73 with a Caution verdict, ranking 5th worst among the 16 model years with data. It has fewer complaints in raw numbers than many earlier years, but the issues reported include steering lockup and unintended acceleration.
- What problems does the 2024 BMW 330i have?
- NHTSA lists 5 complaints spread evenly across airbags, electrical system, engine, lane departure, steering, and transmission/powertrain, each accounting for 20% of complaints. One engine-related complaint occurred at a median mileage of 8,000.
- Does the 2024 BMW 330i have any recalls?
- Yes, NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2024 330i: one for a steering gear that may not have been tightened properly, and one covering an electrical system fix affecting the engine starter on multiple BMW models. Neither is a do-not-drive recall.
- How does the 2024 330i compare to other 330i years?
- The 2024 330i's Complaint Index of 73 is worse than the 2022 model year (33, rated Good) but better than 2020 (93, rated Avoid) and 2006 (100, rated Avoid). Among all 16 model years tracked, 2024 ranks 5th worst.