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2016 BMW i3 Powertrain Problems

Powertrain complaints and recalls from NHTSA

Summary

The 2016 BMW i3 has 3 NHTSA powertrain complaints and 0 powertrain-related recalls.

Problem Areas for the 2016 BMW i3

Structure
10Steering
8Electrical
4Powertrain
3

3

Complaints

0

Recalls

0

Injuries Reported

Data source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) · Last updated April 9, 2026

All Powertrain Complaints

Date ↓ComponentSummary
Nov 16, 2025POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEMWhile driving my 2016 BMW i3 with Range Extender, the vehicle experiences sudden and complete loss o...
Feb 4, 2020POWER TRAINSTARTED THE CAR AFTER CHARGING IT OVERNIGHT AND "DRIVETRAIN: STOP CAREFULLY" AND "TRANSMISSION MALFU...
Oct 17, 2018POWER TRAINLoses power "without warning"; actually, when the REX turns on it automatically mentions that power ...

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