2017 BMW 330E recalls and problems
No recalls and 12 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2017 BMW 330E.
Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.
2017 BMW 330E recalls
NHTSA lists no recalls for this model year.
Most reported problems
Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.
What owners report
Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.
The contact owns a 2017 BMW 330E. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V441000 (Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The dealer was contacted several times and informed the contact that the parts were on backorder. The contact stated that the…
The contact owns a 2017 BMW 330E. The contact stated that after parking in the driveway at the residence and turning off the vehicle, there was a sound coming from underneath the front of the vehicle. The contact immediately disconnected the auxiliary battery, but the clicking noise persisted. The contact opened the…
Component: Engine Cooling System: Turbocharger Coolant Return Line/Fitting (Part # [phone removed]). Defect Summary: The factory turbocharger coolant return line on the B48 engine uses a plastic quick-disconnect fitting and O-ring mechanism positioned directly under the turbo. Extreme thermal cycling causes this…
Hybrid battery has a failed cell. It was confirmed by BMW diagnostics but BMW refused to repair/replace failed cell even though it was under full 8yr/80k mile warranty. BMW claimed it as wear and tear, even though 1 out of 5 cells completely failed. The failure caused the car to run at reduced speeds causing others…
Unsure of the exact cause, appears to be the high voltage battery/electric drive function that is faulty. It is creating a hazardous condition causing the vehicle to propel itself forward while driving in traffic and almost hitting other vehicles on the roadway when the electric drive fails or it switches between…
330E model years compared
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Crashes | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | 0 | 12 | 0 | 1 |
| 2018 | 2 | 7 | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Questions
- Does the 2017 BMW 330E have any recalls?
- NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2017 BMW 330E as of October 27, 2026.
- What are the most common problems with the 2017 BMW 330E?
- Owners have filed 12 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is electrical system (7 complaints), followed by engine (5).
- How many 2017 BMW 330E complaints mention a crash or fire?
- 0 of 12 complaints report a crash and 1 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.
Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received October 20, 2026.