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2011 BMW 128i Powertrain Problems

Powertrain complaints and recalls from NHTSA

Summary

The 2011 BMW 128i has 3 NHTSA powertrain complaints and 0 powertrain-related recalls.

Problem Areas for the 2011 BMW 128i

Airbags
35Engine
24Electrical
14Other
7Powertrain
3

3

Complaints

0

Recalls

0

Injuries Reported

Data source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) · Last updated April 11, 2026

All Powertrain Complaints

Date ↓ComponentSummary
Mar 12, 2022POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINEMy car has been effected by the PCV recall since march 2022. Smoking profusely and smelling like bur...
Oct 14, 2020POWER TRAIN,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINEVANOS FAILED ON 2011 BMW 128I, MANUFACTURE OFFERED EXTENDED WARRANTY AND FAILED TO HONOR SAID WARRAN...
Apr 30, 2014POWER TRAIN,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROLSOMETIMES, THE CAR FROM A STAND STILL OR LOW SPEED (BELOW 10-15 MPH) HAS A DELAY BETWEEN THROTTLE IN...

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