2024 BMW 330I recalls and problems

2 recalls and 6 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2024 BMW 330I.

2
recalls
6
owner complaints
3
complaints mentioning a crash
0
mentioning a fire

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.

2024 BMW 330I recalls

Electrical system: starter assembly

NHTSA campaign 26V056000 · reported January 30, 2026 · BMW of North America, LLC · 87,394 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
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.
The risk
Fire increases the risk of injury.
The fix
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.

Steering

NHTSA campaign 23V770000 · reported November 16, 2023 · BMW of North America, LLC · 201 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
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.
The risk
A loose steering gear can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
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.

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.

Oct 25, 2026 · Electrical system

The display screen constantly goes black while driving. It is a distraction and I am unable to view maps, vehicle status, media info etc.

Jul 23, 2026 · Power train · crash reported

The contact owns a 2024 BMW 330I. The contact stated that while attempting to reverse(R), the gear shifter was shifted into reverse; however, the vehicle unexpectedly accelerated forward and crashed into another vehicle. No warning lights were illuminated. There were no air bags deployed. No injuries were sustained. A…

Apr 1, 2026 · Electrical system

Yes, the vehicle is available upon request. While operating my vehicle I experienced multiple serious mechanical and safety related issues including: A burning/ overheating smell coming from the center consol area, senor malfunctions, unexpected gear shifting while driving. The unexpected gear shifting contributed to…

Dec 12, 2025 · Vehicle speed control · 8,000 miles · crash reported

The contact owns a 2024 BMW 330I. The contact stated that after starting the vehicle and shifting into reverse(R), while reversing out of a parking space, the accelerator pedal was slightly depressed and the engine revved high, and the contact slightly depressed the accelerator pedal again before the vehicle suddenly…

Oct 23, 2025 · Unknown or other

Driving on Interstate I-287 around 10:35am on October 10, 2025 (New Jersey) around Exit 47 (vicinity) suddenly the sunroof sounded like an explosion. Parked on the roadside ... noticed that the roof is exploded (broken pieces of the glasses were pointing upwards like a volcano) and other broken pieces were captured on…

330I model years compared

YearRecallsComplaintsCrashesFires
2021 72913
2022 3600
2023 2410
2024 2630
2025 1621
2026 0100

Across all years, the 2006 330I has the most complaints (219). All BMW 330I years →

Questions

Does the 2024 BMW 330I have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2024 BMW 330I, the most recent reported on January 30, 2026 (Electrical system: starter assembly). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2024 BMW 330I?
Owners have filed 6 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is unknown or other (3 complaints), followed by electrical system (2).
How many 2024 BMW 330I complaints mention a crash or fire?
3 of 6 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 1 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 25, 2026.