NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2021 BMW 330e Safety Record
The 2021 BMW 330e has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its federal safety record shows 5 recalls and 3 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
CRASH
DATANot crash-tested
The 2021 BMW 330e has not been subjected to federal crash testing, thus no NHTSA star ratings or Safety Index score are available for this model year. Its federal record shows a Light recall and complaint burden, with five recall campaigns issued. These campaigns addressed issues across seat belts, electrical systems, and back-over prevention. Additionally, three owner-reported complaints are on file. The absence of crash-test data precludes any safety assessment from this publication.
The 2021 BMW 330e was not crash-tested by NHTSA, carries five recall campaigns, and is classified in a Light recall and complaint burden band according to NHTSA federal safety data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
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| NHTSA crash test | Not crash-tested |
|---|---|
| Recall and complaint burden | Light |
| Recalls on file | 5 |
| Owner complaints | 3 (unverified allegations) |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2021 BMW 330e?
The 2021 BMW 330e model year was subject to five recall campaigns, a notable figure for a single year's production. Two distinct campaigns addressed seat belt concerns involving buckle and bolt integrity, directly impacting occupant restraint. Additional recalls focused on electrical systems and the high-voltage battery, reflecting the inherent complexities of the vehicle's plug-in hybrid design. A separate recall was issued for the back-over prevention camera system. Despite this recall volume, the 2021 330e generated only three owner complaints, placing its overall burden band in the "Light" category when combining recall and complaint data. No crash-test ratings are available for the 2021 330e, and no closely related sibling years offer a federal crash-score reference point.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2021 BMW 330e have any recalls?
The five recall campaigns for this model year cover two distinct seat belt concerns, a back-over prevention camera system, a propulsion system traction battery issue shared with other plug-in hybrid models, and a 12V battery electrical system problem. No park-outside or do-not-drive advisory language appears in the campaign summaries provided. Shoppers should verify open-recall status by VIN at nhtsa.gov, as remedy completion varies by individual vehicle.
SEAT BELTS21V554000
Risk: During a crash, a seat belt retractor that does not function as intended increases the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the seat belt retractors (including the seat belts) and, if necessary, replace the retractors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 3, 2021. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417; 1-866-825-1525 (MINI); 1-877-877-3735 (Rolls Royce); and 1-888-270-9371 (Toyota).
Reported 2021-07-21
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY21V298000
Risk: An improperly installed seat belt assembly may not restrain an occupant as expected, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front seat belt buckle assembly connection and, if necessary, replace it, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 25, 2021. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Reported 2021-04-28
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA21V096000
Risk: If the driver relies on only the rearview camera image, the missing or reduced rearview image view can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rearview camera software and update it if necessary, free of charge. The recall began April 16, 2021. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Reported 2021-02-19
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY20V601000
Risk: The debris could result in a short-circuit, increasing the risk of fire or injury.
Remedy: BMW will inspect and, if necessary, replace the battery module free of charge. The remedy is currently being developed. Until the remedy is completed, drivers are instructed to not charge their vehicles. Drivers are instructed to not drive in manual mode, sport mode, and to not use the shift paddles. Owners were notified of the safety risk October 23, 2020. The recall began November 24, 2020. Owne
Reported 2020-09-30
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY20V490000
Risk: A short-circuited hybrid battery may increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the battery modules, free of charge. BMW issued owners an interim notification on October 16, 2020. Although potentially affected BMW owners received interim owner notification letters, all potentially affected BMW owner vehicles have been remedied; therefore, BMW Final owner notification letters will not be necessary. Own
Reported 2020-08-18
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2021 BMW 330e?
Three complaints have been reported to NHTSA for the 2021 BMW 330e. The top alleged problem areas are the Power Train, Electrical System, and Engine, each appearing in two reports, with single reports also citing Steering, Service Brakes, and the Fuel and Propulsion System. One allegation involves an injury. All are unverified consumer allegations, not established facts.
3 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2021 BMW 330e?
Five recall campaigns have been issued for the 2021 BMW 330e. Any prospective buyer should confirm the remedy status of these actions for a specific unit via VIN lookup at nhtsa.gov prior to purchase.
- The 2021 BMW 330e has no NHTSA crash-test score and no star ratings; NHTSA did not test this model year, and the absence of a score is not a safety judgment in either direction.
- Two of the five recall campaigns for this model year address seat belt components directly, one targeting a buckle assembly bolt and another covering a broader range of 2021 BMW models including the 330e; these are restraint-system issues with direct occupant-safety implications.
- The plug-in hybrid architecture of the 2021 330e is reflected in the recall record, with separate campaigns addressing the traction battery propulsion system and the 12V battery electrical system, both specific to electrified BMW models from this period.
- Three owner complaints have been reported to NHTSA for this model year, with one allegation involving an injury; all are unverified, but the Fuel and Propulsion System component appearing among the reported concerns is consistent with the hybrid-system recall activity documented in the federal record.
FAQ2021 BMW 330e safety questions
Was the 2021 BMW 330e crash-tested by NHTSA?
No. NHTSA has not run a New Car Assessment Program crash test on this configuration, so it carries no Safety Index. Its safety record here is built from 5 recalls and 3 owner complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2021 BMW 330e have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 5 vehicle recalls are on file for the 2021 BMW 330e. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2021 BMW 330e?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 3 owner complaints are on file for the 2021 BMW 330e. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects.
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- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the BMW 330e 2021.
- SCORE This configuration was not crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. We report its recall and complaint record only.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.