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The 2012 BMW 328i Coupe is an elegant, sporty vehicle featuring a 3.0L inline-six engine delivering 230 hp. With its all-wheel-drive system, this 3-Series model ensures superior handling and stability. Safety is enhanced by multiple airbags and pretensioners for both front and rear passengers. Manufactured in Regensburg, Germany, this coupe combines performance with luxury.

Decoded VIN:

Make

BMW

Manufacturer Name

BMW AG

Model

328i

Model Year

2012

Plant City

REGENSBURG

Series

3-Series

Trim

xDrive

Vehicle Type

PASSENGER CAR

Plant Country

GERMANY

Body Class

Coupe

Doors

Gross Vehicle Weight Rating From

Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)

Gross Vehicle Weight Rating To

Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)

Drive Type

AWD/All-Wheel Drive

Engine Number of Cylinders

Displacement (CC)

2995.5552992

Displacement (CI)

182.8

Displacement (L)

3.0

Fuel Type - Primary

Gasoline

Engine Brake (hp) From

230

Pretensioner

Yes

Seat Belt Type

Manual

Other Restraint System Info

Head Inflatable Restraint for Driver, Front Passenger, Rear Outboard Driver-side and Rear Outboard Passenger-side. Pretensioners for Driver and Front Passenger.

Front Air Bag Locations

1st Row (Driver and Passenger)

Side Air Bag Locations

1st Row (Driver and Passenger)

Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Type

Direct

Most common problems:

Oil leaks

The 2012 BMW 328i is known for oil leaks, which can stem from issues with the valve cover gasket or the oil filter housing gasket.

Timing chain issues

The N20 engine used in this model has been reported to have timing chain issues, which can lead to severe engine damage if not addressed.

High-pressure fuel pump failure

Failures of the high-pressure fuel pump have been reported, leading to engine stalling and starting issues.

Turbocharger failure

The turbocharger in the 2012 BMW 328i may fail prematurely, causing a loss of power and increased exhaust emissions.

Cooling system problems

Issues with the water pump and thermostat can lead to overheating, which can cause severe engine damage if not corrected.

Carbon buildup

Direct injection engines like the one in the 328i can suffer from carbon buildup on the intake valves, leading to reduced performance and fuel efficiency.

Electric water pump failure

The electric water pump in this model is prone to failure, which can result in engine overheating.

Vanoss solenoid failure

Issues with the Vanoss (variable valve timing) solenoids can lead to rough idling, reduced power, and engine warning lights.

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