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2016 BMW 428I recalls and problems

1 recall and 44 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2016 BMW 428I.

1
recalls
44
owner complaints
2
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.

2016 BMW 428I recalls

Engine and engine cooling: cooling system, pump · Electrical system: wiring, connectors/plugs/receptacles

NHTSA campaign 24V608000 · reported August 13, 2024 · BMW of North America, LLC · 720,796 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
BMW of North America, LLC. (BMW) is recalling certain 2012-2015 X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i, 2012-2016 Z4 sDrive28i, 528i, 528i xDrive, 328i, 328xi, 2016-2018 X5 xdrive 40e, 2014-2016 228i, 228xi, 428i, 428i xDrive, 328xi Gran Turismo, 2013-2017 X3 sDrive28i, X3 xDrive28i, 2015-2018 X4 xDrive28i, 2015-2016 428xi vehicles. An improperly sealed electrical connector on the water pump may be exposed to water and short circuit.
The risk
An electrical short increases the risk of a fire.
The fix
Dealers will inspect and replace the water pump and plug connector as necessary, and install a protective shield, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 28, 2025. 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 1, 2026 · Service brakes

The parking brake connector is bad on a brake that is never used.

Mar 17, 2026 · Visibility

Possible wiring harness for the air conditioning system that may be damaged and cause a short circuit. Had to air compressors installed and both reasons codes were "shorts". A damaged A/C wiring harness can short-circuit, potentially creating electrical issues and increasing safety risks while driving or when parked…

Sep 16, 2025 · Electrical system

1. Radio cut on and off and then Engine failed. I started smelling weird fumes when I was driving but eventually the car restarted back up. 2. Car stopped on the highway and could have resulted in other vehicles running into me. 3. No, I parked the car at my house and don't drive it. 4.No, I parked the car at my house…

Sep 2, 2025 · Engine and engine cooling

The contact owns a 2016 BMW 428I. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V608000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable…

Aug 12, 2025 · Engine and engine cooling · 115,000 miles

The contact owns a 2016 BMW 428I. The contact stated that upon further inspection, the vehicle had an abnormal engine coolant leak. No warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that the engine temperature gauge was rising abnormally. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V608000 (Engine…

428I model years compared

YearRecallsComplaintsCrashesFires
2014 63650
2015 578104
2016 14420

Across all years, the 2015 428I has the most complaints (78). All BMW 428I years →

Questions

Does the 2016 BMW 428I have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2016 BMW 428I, the most recent reported on August 13, 2024 (Engine and engine cooling: cooling system, pump, Electrical system: wiring, connectors/plugs/receptacles). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2016 BMW 428I?
Owners have filed 44 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is electrical system (24 complaints), followed by engine and engine cooling (17).
How many 2016 BMW 428I complaints mention a crash or fire?
2 of 44 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 3 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 1, 2026.