BMW Transmission Problems by Model
By CarWhere Research · Updated
Owners have filed 686 transmission complaints with NHTSA across the 3 BMW models we track that have at least 50 each. The most come from the BMW X5 (393).
BMW models by transmission complaints
| Model | Transmission complaints | Per 1,000 sold | Share of all complaints | Worst years |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BMW X5 | 393 | — | 15.1% | 2011, 2012 and 2013 |
| BMW X3 | 182 | — | 10.3% | 2013, 2011 and 2008 |
| BMW 328i | 111 | — | 7.8% | 2013 and 2011 |
Per 1,000 sold appears only where published U.S. sales exist for at least three model years. Data fetched July 2026 to November 2026.
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Frequently asked questions
Does BMW have transmission problems?
Owners have filed 686 transmission complaints with NHTSA across the 3 BMW models we track that have at least 50 each. The most come from the BMW X5 (393).
Which BMW models have the most transmission complaints?
the BMW X5 (393), the BMW X3 (182) and the BMW 328i (111), by owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Raw counts favor high-selling models.
Sources
- NHTSA complaints by vehicle (owner complaints API) — National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle — National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
- Report a vehicle safety problem — National Highway Traffic Safety Administration