Vehicle threw code 21A50A (Starter Pinion Timeout) and a Drivetrain Malfunction warning. Car still starts and drives. This is the exact mechanical failure described in Starter Recall 26V-438 / 26V-441, but my 2022 330e VIN is currently excluded.
Vehicle safety record
2022 BMW 330E Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 2022 BMW 330E with NHTSA, most often about the electrical system (1) and the engine & cooling (1). Those complaints describe 1 crash and 2 injuries. There are no recalls for it. For comparison, the 2021 has 4 and the 2023 has 0.
NHTSA data checked
CAbout as many problems as a typical 330E year, for its age
#311 most complained-about 2022 vehicle
- Complaints
- 2
- Recalls
- 0
- Crashes
- 1
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 2
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2022 BMW 330E problems
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No recalls for the 2022 BMW 330E
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2022 BMW 330E. Recalls can be announced at any time - this page updates daily.
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2 complaints about the 2022 BMW 330E
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
Hours after a software update to the vehicle, a sudden unintended acceleration event occurred as I pulled into the alley of my office's driveway/garage. The brakes failed to work, and the vehicle rapidly accelerated in less than 2 seconds. In order to avoid endangering anyone, I steered the vehicle into City trash cans that were in front of a telephone pole. The vehicle was completely damaged, and both my passenger and I sustained severe injuries, including a vertebral compression fracture and torn neck ligaments. ...
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The vehicle is currently undergoing inspection by my insurance company. My safety was jeopardized entirely. If the vehicle had not collided with the telephone pole, it would have entered a street full of cars, thereby endangering pedestrians and other drivers. As of now, the issue has not been reproduced or confirmed by the dealer, and no attorney is willing to pursue the case due to the exorbitant costs associated with litigating against a major auto manufacturer. The police were present at the crash site, and the insurance company is currently examining the vehicle. There were no warnings displayed on the dashboard, nor was there any unusual behavior exhibited by the vehicle prior to the incident.
BMW 330E: every year compared
All 330E years2022 BMW 330E vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 BMW 330E | 2 | 0 | C | |
| 2022 BMW 5 Series | 18 | 0 | F | Compare |
| 2022 BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe | 9 | 0 | C | Compare |
| 2022 BMW 4 Series | 9 | 0 | B | Compare |
| 2022 BMW 3 Series | 8 | 0 | A | Compare |
| 2022 BMW 2 Series Coupe | 7 | 0 | D | Compare |
| 2022 BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe | 7 | 0 | D | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 2022 BMW 330E
Does the 2022 BMW 330E have any recalls?
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2022 BMW 330E right now. Recalls can be announced at any time, and this page checks NHTSA every day. You can also check your exact vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2022 BMW 330E?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the electrical system (1), engine & cooling (1), transmission & drivetrain (1).
How many complaints has the 2022 BMW 330E had?
2 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on June 14, 2023 and the latest on July 24, 2026. Of these, 1 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 2 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 2022 BMW 330E a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 48 out of 100 (grade C: about as many problems as a typical BMW 330E year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which BMW 330E years have the most complaints?
2021 (4), 2022 (2). See every BMW 330E year compared.
What should I do if my 2022 BMW 330E has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data