BMW 320i years to avoid and best years
There are not enough BMW 320i years yet to compare newer ones with older ones. 2014 has the most complaints per year, at 3 (52 complaints). Among years old enough to compare, the fewest complaints per year are 2013 at 1 (from 9 complaints), 2015 at 1 (from 33 complaints), and 2014 at 3 (from 52 complaints). On the 2014 BMW 320i, 6 of 52 complaints name Engine.
Data as of .
BMW 320i reliability by year
Each year is complaints filed in that year’s first 3 years on the road, divided by however many of those years have passed. A model year younger than 3 years is too early to compare, so it is left out of the years named as having the fewest or the most complaints. Recalls are a separate count. The numbers are for the US-market BMW 320i. How we count.
By model year
| Year | Per year on the road | Complaints | Recalls | Most-filed complaint | Avg. combined MPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | 27.3 |
| 2017 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | 27.3 |
| 2016 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | 27.3 |
| 2015 → Fewest | 1 | 33 | 3 | Engine | 27.3 |
| 2014 → Most | 3 | 52 | 7 | Engine | 27.3 |
| 2013 → Fewest | 1 | 9 | 3 | Powertrain | 27 |
Years with a → link have a full model-year page.
What owners file about
Generations
- Body styles
- Sedan
- Oil
- SAE 0W-30 (2013 N20); SAE 0W-20 (2015–2018; confirm BMW LL on under-hood label)
- Tire size
- 225/50R17, 225/45R18, 255/40R18 (trim-dependent) front / 225/50R17, 225/45R18, 255/40R18 (trim-dependent; staggered on some packages) rear
Known issues for this generation
Recall 13V454000 covers certain 2012-2014 320i and 320i xDrive sedans (with 328i models on the same campaign) for a brake vacuum pump concern that can reduce power brake assist. Recall 14V627000 covers overlapping 2012-2014 320i sedans for related brake vacuum hose and line issues. Recall 24V288000 covers certain 2014-2015 320i sedans (with other F30 and F32 models) for head air bag inflators that may rupture or leak; dealers replace the head air bags.
Frequently asked questions
Which BMW 320i years have fewer owner complaints?
Among years old enough to compare, the fewest complaints per year are 2013 at 1 (from 9 complaints), 2015 at 1 (from 33 complaints), and 2014 at 3 (from 52 complaints).
Which BMW 320i year has the most owner complaints?
2014 has the most complaints per year, at 3 (52 complaints). On the 2014 BMW 320i, 6 of 52 complaints name Engine.
How do BMW 320i owner complaints compare by year?
There are not enough BMW 320i years yet to compare newer ones with older ones.
Is oil specified for the F30 320i on this record?
Not yet with a sourced fill here — confirm BMW LL viscosity from the under-hood label for your N20 production date.
What does recall 13V454000 cover on early 320i?
Certain 2012-2014 320i and 320i xDrive sedans (with 328i on the same campaign) for a brake vacuum pump concern that can reduce power brake assist.
What years does the F30 320i cover?
2013-2018 on this site.