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2016 BMW 328d

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2016 328d.

Transmission Automatic (S8)

The 2016 BMW 328d sits on BMW’s mid‑size sedan platform and is powered by a diesel engine that delivers 31/42/35 mpg EPA‑rated, paired with an automatic S8 transmission, offering a blend of efficiency and smooth shifting. Its engine maintenance follows standard Motologic procedures for drain and refill, ensuring consistent serviceability. In the preceding model years, the 328 series saw a high of 151 complaints in 2014 and a sharp decline to 27 in 2015, placing the 2016 model in a period of improving reliability that should reassure researchers examining long‑term durability trends.

Model year2018 2016

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Engine oil capacityRefer to the appropriate Motologic service procedures for drain and refill procedure.OEM · verified

EPA fuel economy31/42/35 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 94R · 800 CCA battery, OE oil filter 11428580682. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

Battery groupBCI 94R · 800 CCAOEM · verified

Tire size225/50R17OEM · verified

Wheel / rimSTANDARD 7.5 inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter	11428580682 alt 11428580680
Engine air filter	13718511668
Fuel filter	13327822497
Battery	61216806755 alt 61217555719
Front wiper blades	61615A43585
Thermostat	11518512234 alt 11518516207
Cabin air filter	64119237555 alt 64116821995

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

Transmission

Automatic (S8)

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length	182.3 in
Overall width	71.3 in
Overall height	56.3 in
Wheelbase	110.6 in
Curb weight	3620 lb
Track (front / rear)	60.6 / 62.2 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)	50/50

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined	31 / 42 / 35 mpg
Drivetrain	Rear-Wheel Drive
Passenger volume	96 cu ft
Cargo volume	13 cu ft
Recommended fuel	Diesel

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

This engine Hypoid axle oil G1 in the differential, DOT 4 brake fluid. Torque the oil drain plug to M12 Bolts: 18.0, M22 Bolts: 44.0 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-3-4-2.

Lubricants & capacities

Brake Fluid	DOT 4
Clutch Fluid	DOT 4
Differential Gear Oil	Hypoid axle oil G1
Differential Gear Oil Capacity	1.5-3.0
Manual Transmission Fluid Capacity	3.0-3.2
Manual Transmission Fluid Capacity	2.5-3.2
Manual Transmission Fluid	BMW MTF-LT-5
Manual Transmission Fluid Capacity	2.5-3.0

Engine torques

Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts	9.5
Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug	M12 Bolts: 18.0, M22 Bolts: 44.0 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Driveshaft Flange to Transmission	M8 Bolts: 33.0, M10: 58.0 ft-lbs
Steering Track (Rod End) Bolts	29.5 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order	1-3-4-2
Spark Plug Manufacturer	BMW
Spark Plug Type	M14X1.25
Spark Plug Gap	non-adjustable in
Spark Plug Torque	20.0 - 24.3 ft-lbs

Battery & A/C

Refrigerant	R134a
Refrigerant Capacity	1.18-1.25 lbs
Oil Group	PAG
Oil Type	46
Standard BCI Group Number	94R
Standard BCI Cranking Performance	800 cca

Service checks

Pressure Test	21.6 psi
Radiator Cap Pressure Relief	17-23 psi

Brakes

Minimum Pad Thickness	Front: 0.145; Rear: 0.145 pads
Vented Rotor Minimum Thickness for Replacement	Front w/11.81"

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

This vehicle uses condition-based service — it signals maintenance needs through its onboard service indicator rather than fixed mileage intervals. Items on the factory schedule:

Replace	Engine Oil Filter · Fuel Filter · Engine Oil · Cabin Air Filter · Engine Air Filter Element
Inspect	Windshield Washer System · Parking Brake System · Body Water Drains · Underbody · Brake Line · Disc Brake Caliper · Brake Rotor · Air Bag System
Road test	Universal Vehicle Operation
Inspect Fluid Level	Diesel Emissions Fluid · Engine Coolant System
Reset	Tire Pressure Monitoring System
Drain, Refill & Bleed	Brake Hydraulic System

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

Open recalls

NHTSA campaigns

Service bulletins

Manufacturer communications

ODI investigations

Office of Defects Investigation

Owner complaints

0 involved a crash · 0 a fire

Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent

’13 ’14 ’15

No owner complaints on record with NHTSA for this vehicle.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 2 of 4 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

18V755000Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Emission Control:Gas Recirculation Valve (Egr Valve)Reported 25/10/2018

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2013-2018 BMW 328d and 328d xDrive, 2014-2018 328d Sports Wagon and 328d xDrive Sports Wagon, 2014-2016 535d and 535d xDrive, 2015 740Ld xDrive, 2015-2017 X3… Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the EGR cooler as necessary. If a leak has already occurred, the engine intake manifold will also be replaced. These…

20V185000Power Train:Driveline:Constant Velocity JointReported 26/03/2020

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2013-2016 328d xDrive sedans and 2013-2015 328d xDrive station wagon vehicles. The constant-velocity joint which transfers power between the transfer case and the… Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the constant-velocity joint and inspect the transfer case, replacing it if necessary, free of charge. The recall began May 22…

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420

Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1

P0300

Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected

P0171

System too lean — Bank 1

P0455

Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak

P0128

Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature

P0442

Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

VIN tools

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Build data

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Recalls

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Vehicles with shared specs

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Group 94R battery Vehicles taking Refer to the appropriate Motologic service procedures for drain and refill procedure.Engine oil filter 11428580682 Engine air filter 13718511668 Fuel filter 13327822497 Battery 61216806755

Reference guides

Cross-vehicle references for the kinds of data on this page.

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Frequently asked

How much oil does the 2016 328d take?

Refer to the appropriate Motologic service procedures for drain and refill procedure. of Use engine oil meeting BMW specification LL-01 or equivalent., per the factory manual.

Does the 2016 328d have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 4 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the 328d get?

EPA figures are 31 city / 42 highway / 35 combined mpg.