CarRecallWatchThe 2014 BMW 328d has 7 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 153 complaints with NHTSA, including 5 crashes, 11 fires, 1 injury.
The most-reported problem area is Engine (57 reports).
2014 BMW 328d recalls
Driver airbag inflator may explode, sending metal fragments at occupants
The driver's frontal airbag inflator may rupture during deployment because of a manufacturing defect.
Side Airbag Inflator May Rupture or Leak Gas
The side head airbag inflators in these BMW 2 Series, 3 Series, and 4 Series vehicles may fail at a weld joint.
Diesel EGR Cooler Leak Can Melt Intake Manifold and Cause Fire
The exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) cooler in these diesel vehicles may leak coolant internally.
Fuel Pump May Fail, Causing Engine Stall While Driving
The high-pressure fuel pump in these diesel vehicles may fail.
Rear Wheel Power Loss Can Cause Crashes and Rollaways
Certain BMW 328d xDrive sedans and wagons may have a constant-velocity joint that can become damaged, which can cut power to the rear wheels.
Coolant leak can melt engine intake, risking fire
An internal leak in the exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) cooler can let engine coolant mix with diesel soot.
Front side marker lights may stay off, raising crash risk at night
Some BMW 3 Series and ActiveHybrid3 vehicles may have been programmed with software that can cause the front side marker lights to stay off when the parking lights or headlights are on.
Most common 2014 BMW 328d problems
Problem areas named in the 153 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Engine | 57 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 48 |
| Fuel System, Diesel | 26 |
| Unknown Or Other | 17 |
| Power Train | 14 |
| Electrical System | 8 |
| Service Brakes | 5 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 5 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 5 |
| Structure | 4 |
What owners report
High-pressure fuel pump went out leaving wife stranded while struggling to get to the side of road. Bmw knows about the fuel pressure failure never contacted us about it. They have a 25 year safety recall the car is a 2014 but it was built in 2013 but sold as a 2014 so theyâre wiggling out of the recall fix I donât even have 100,000 miles on the car
The contact owns a 2014 BMW 328D. The contact stated that while driving 75 MPH, the vehicle lost power and started chugging. The contact stated that several unknown warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the residence and parked. However, the vehicle failed to restart. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic to be diagnosed; however, the mechanic was unable to diagnose the vehicle. The vehicle was then towed to a dealer where it was diagnosed with high-pressure fuel pump failure. The contact was informed that the entire fuel system needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 78,658.
1.) The Bosch CP4 High-Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP), OEM part number 13517824477 / 0445010517, failed catastrophically. This is the factory-installed pump on the 2014 BMW 328d equipped with the N47 diesel engine. Upon failure, the pump's internal cam and roller assembly disintegrated, releasing metal shavings throughout the entire fuel system â contaminating the fuel lines, injectors, fuel rail, and fuel tank. The vehicle will not start. The failed pump and contaminated fuel system components are available for inspection upon request. 2.) The vehicle experienced a sudden, complete loss of motive power with no prior warning, rendering it unable to start or operate. This type of failure â as
The fuel system has failed. The car shut off in the Baltimore harbor tunnel twice completely stopping traffic and creating a very hazard situation. One of those two times the semi truck behind me had to slam its brakes. When the car shuts off you must come to a complete stop and turn the car completely off. After restarting the car is in limp mode with reduced power. The incident has happened about 6 other times. Every time it happens I have feared my safety, especially if there is no shoulder to coast the car in to park. Independent service center has replaced three sensors related to fuel pressure system which did not fix. The vehicle and component has not been inspected by manufacture,
Vehicle experienced sudden engine failure while driving due to timing chain failure on N47 diesel engine, a known defect. Loss of propulsion occurred without warning, creating a safety risk.
2014 BMW 328d questions
Does the 2014 BMW 328d have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 7 safety recalls for the 2014 BMW 328d: Driver airbag inflator may explode, sending metal fragments at occupants; Side Airbag Inflator May Rupture or Leak Gas; Diesel EGR Cooler Leak Can Melt Intake Manifold and Cause Fire; Fuel Pump May Fail, Causing Engine Stall While Driving; Rear Wheel Power Loss Can Cause Crashes and Rollaways. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2014 BMW 328d?
Based on 153 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine (57), Fuel/Propulsion System (48), Fuel System, Diesel (26).
How do I check if a recall on my 2014 BMW 328d has been fixed?
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