CarRecallWatchThe 2015 BMW 428i has 5 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 78 complaints with NHTSA, including 10 crashes, 4 fires, 7 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (35 reports).
2015 BMW 428i recalls
Water Pump Connector Can Short Circuit and Cause Fire
An electrical connector on the engine's water pump may not be properly sealed.
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.
Fuel Pump May Fail and Stall Engine Without Warning
Improper nickel plating on components inside the fuel pump can cause the pump to fail.
Driver airbag may deploy at wrong timing in crash
A programming error may cause the driver's front airbag to deploy at the wrong timing during a crash.
Most common 2015 BMW 428i problems
Problem areas named in the 78 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 35 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 26 |
| Unknown Or Other | 13 |
| Engine | 11 |
| Air Bags | 8 |
| Service Brakes | 6 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 5 |
| Structure | 4 |
| Power Train | 4 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 3 |
What owners report
The moon roof glass while driving exploded unexpectedly.
The contact owns a 2015 BMW 428i. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle in colder weather conditions, there was an abnormal clicking sound coming from under the hood. The contact stated that the failure posed a potential safety risk while commuting long distances. Upon further investigation, the contact associated the failure with BMW Lawsuit Case: 17-CV-07386. The manufacturer was notified of the failure by phone, and a case was filed. The failure mileage was approximately 77,000.
The contact owns a 2015 BMW 428I. The contact stated that while driving approximately 29 MPH, the vehicle started to overheat and experienced reduced power, and there was smoke coming from under the hood. The contact stated that there were unknown warning lights illuminated. The contact was able to drive to the residence. Additionally, while driving at 40 MPH, the failure recurred, and the vehicle stalled. The contact was able to pull over to the side of the road. The vehicle was towed to the residence. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was unknown.
The contact owns a 2015 BMW 428I. The contact discovered that the water pump was continuously running after the vehicle was turned off. The contact referenced and associated the failure with NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V608000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM); however, the VIN was not included. The dealer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 118,357.
The contact owns a 2015 BMW 428I. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, while attempting to start the vehicle, it failed to start. The contact stated that the vehicle eventually started. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed with coolant pump failure. The contact was informed that the coolant had been continuously running, causing the battery to completely drain. The contact was informed that the battery needed to be replaced, the radiator needed to be flushed, and the repair of a small oil leak was needed. The vehicle was repaired. The VIN was included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V608000 (Engine and Engine Cooling, Electrical System). While
2015 BMW 428i questions
Does the 2015 BMW 428i have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls for the 2015 BMW 428i: Water Pump Connector Can Short Circuit and Cause Fire; Driver airbag inflator may explode, sending metal fragments at occupants; Side Airbag Inflator May Rupture or Leak Gas; Fuel Pump May Fail and Stall Engine Without Warning; Driver airbag may deploy at wrong timing in crash. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2015 BMW 428i?
Based on 78 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (35), Engine And Engine Cooling (26), Unknown Or Other (13).
How do I check if a recall on my 2015 BMW 428i has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.