Electrical system: starter assembly
NewRisk. Fire increases the risk of injury.
NHTSA has logged 6 owner complaints about the 2024 BMW 330i, most often about the electrical system. It is covered by 2 safety recalls, and for recall 23V-770 the manufacturer reports only 100% of affected cars repaired.

Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through October 25, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: MoCars, CC0.
6 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 2 | 0 |
| Air bags | 1 | 1 |
| Steering | 1 | 1 |
| Vehicle speed control | 1 | 1 |
| Power train | 1 | 1 |
| Lane departure | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
Risk. Fire increases the risk of injury.
Risk. A loose steering gear can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with BMW.
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the 330i median. How we score
Recent electrical system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
The display screen constantly goes black while driving. It is a distraction and I am unable to view maps, vehicle status, media info etc.
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…
Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.