Headlights problems of the 2008 BMW 328

Two problems related to headlights have been reported for the 2008 BMW 328. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Headlights problem

Failure Date: 08/16/2020

The fotwell modules on these cars are defective. . There was an extended waraanty covering this to replace the defective frm(or footwell module)but it does not include this car. . The car's headlights, brakelights, domelites stay on with car off, thus drainig the battery. The car then lacks power and can shut off even when driving causing a serious accident. In this model car, these are fmr2 modules that can't be rebuilt. BMW 328i has a supeceeded part and I called them and they wont cover the cost or honor the warranty for this car. Thus I am submitting this as I heard several other BMW onwners with similar models have experienced defective footwell modules. . I strongly feel my car should be included as a recall or extended warranty on this part. You cannot replace it as BMW parts no longer carries it, thus how to you get this car to run with the battery draining with lights on?? this poses a danger if vehicle stalls with battery voltage declining as car will no longer run,,even when driving.

2 Headlights problem

Failure Date: 08/01/2018

Headlight wiring loom insulation on wires are cracking and splitting exposing bare wires on both headlights.


Other Exterior Lighting related problems of the 2008 BMW 328



328 Service Bulletins
328 Safety Recalls
328 Defect Investigations