KnownCarProblems2014 BMW 328i Problems and Recalls
Owners filed 152 complaints with NHTSA about the 2014 BMW 328i, most often about the engine (38% of complaints, typically around 86,000 miles). It is 7th of 12 328i model years by number of complaints and has 8 recalls.
Most common 2014 BMW 328i problems
Engine
58 complaints · 38%Half of these problems showed up before 86,000 miles.
While driving 70mph car went into neutral coasting to a stop. I had no control of the gas causing a dangerous sittuation as we coasted to the side of the road. After placing the vehicle into park, it would not start and needed to be towed. Vehicle could not be put into neutral for towing purposes. Repair shop said the…
The contact owns a 2014 BMW 328i. The contact stated that the air conditioning system was inoperable, and the vehicle was overheating while driving. The contact stated that the failure had increased, and the engine overheated upon starting. Additionally, the contact stated that the vehicle had failed to start and was…
Electrical
52 complaints · 34%Half of these problems showed up before 88,000 miles. Parts named most often: software.
The contact owns a 2014 BMW 328i. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the low coolant warning light was illuminated. The dealer was made aware of the failure; however, the contact was informed that the parts were unavailable. In addition, the contact stated that the vehicle was consuming an…
The contact owns a 2014 BMW 328i. The contact stated that the air conditioning system was inoperable, and the vehicle was overheating while driving. The contact stated that the failure had increased, and the engine overheated upon starting. Additionally, the contact stated that the vehicle had failed to start and was…
Brakes
21 complaints · 14%Half of these problems showed up before 56,000 miles.
I was hearing rattle sound from the chassis while driving on city street, took it the dealer and found out the park brake cable holder is broken and was hitting the the shaft. This will lead to grid the park brake cable into the drive shaft and cause accident. That piece should be recall and reinforce.
To avoid a head on collision, I was forced off road. When I moved out of the way I immediately applied the breaks which then took some time to respond as if it was blocked or as if I didnt press the pedal. By the time I felt some sort of stopping tension I was put into a pole. Airbags did not deploy.
Fuel system
17 complaints · 11%Half of these problems showed up before 59,500 miles. Parts named most often: delivery.
My car has stalled twice on the highway and had to be towed for service as it would not start. The error in the system was for the fuel pump. There has been a recall for my same year make and model for this issue related to the fuel pump, but my VIN was not included.
The contact owns a 2014 BMW 328i. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost motive power with a fuel pressure low warning message displayed. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the fuel pump module had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not…
Air bags
15 complaints · 10%Half of these problems showed up before 58,000 miles. Parts named most often: sensor.
To avoid a head on collision, I was forced off road. When I moved out of the way I immediately applied the breaks which then took some time to respond as if it was blocked or as if I didnt press the pedal. By the time I felt some sort of stopping tension I was put into a pole. Airbags did not deploy.
Fault in airbag on screen, comes on and off. Started around 61,513 miles. Exact message "fault in airbag, belt rensioner or belt-force limiter. Few days later, check engine comes on, along with high RPM's, while struggling to accelerate. 12/10/2018 engine is extremely loud and dropping off at dealer. Also back tail…
Other or unspecified
14 complaints · 9%Half of these problems showed up before 25,500 miles.
I was driving down the freeway with my son in the back seat when all of a sudden I heard a really loud explosion. I had no idea what had happened, it almost sounded like a loud gunshot. I heard particles falling on my car, but I did not know what they were. I got off of the freeway just to make sure that it wasn't my…
My BMW 328i x-drive giving "drivetrain malfunction" message when the car was running on sport mode or eco mode. After few minutes of driving the cars shuts down. This had happened 3 times before in same month and every time the dealership looked at it the replaced a part(fuel injector and module in fuel tank) no help…
Lights
11 complaints · 7%Half of these problems showed up before 68,000 miles.
There is a problem with my steering, electrical and lights on my 2014 328i. There is a steering column problem that is causing my electrical system and my brake lights and fog lights to randomly stop working at times when I'm driving my car down the road. I had it tested and they said it's a 6 pin steeeing column…
Was getting warnings about left rear brake and turn lights malfunctioning for months that would turn on and then go away. On christmas day the brake light and turn light for left rear came on and stayed on. I went and bought bulbs to replace them since at that point the lights were no longer working (instead of a…
Transmission
9 complaints · 6%Half of these problems showed up before 27,500 miles.
The contact leased a 2014 BMW 328i. While driving 55 MPH, the accelerator pedal was depressed and failed to respond. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the software in the vehicle needed to be updated. The contact was also informed that there was a diagnostic code for the drive train…
The contact owns a 2014 BMW 328i. The contact stated while driving at speeds above 55 MPH, the rear end of the vehicle was shaking and vibrating abnormally. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who replaced the rear differential, but the failure persisted. The vehicle was taken back the dealer who later…
Complaints are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
2014 BMW 328i recalls
Air bags: head
Risk: An inflator that ruptures may cause sharp metal fragments to enter or exit the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury. Additionally, an inflator that leaks gas may only partially inflate during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: Dealers will replace the head air bags, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed february 12, 2026. Owners may contact bmw customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
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Bmw of north america, llc (bmw) is recalling certain 2014 4 series coupe (428i, 428i xdrive, 435i, 435i xdrive), 3 series sedan (320i, 320i xdrive, 328i, 328i xdrive, 335i, 335i xdrive), and 2014-2015 2 series coupe (228i, 228i xdrive, m235i, m235i xdrive) vehicles. The head air bag inflator may fail at the weld joint, which can cause gas to leak from the inflator or result in an inflator rupture.
Electrical: connectors/plugs/receptacles
Risk: An electrical short increases the risk of a fire.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the water pump and plug connector as necessary, and install a protective shield, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on march 28, 2025. Owners may contact bmw customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
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Bmw of north america, llc. (bmw) is recalling certain 2012-2015 x1 sdrive28i, x1 xdrive28i, 2012-2016 z4 sdrive28i, 528i, 528i xdrive, 328i, 328xi, 2016-2018 x5 xdrive 40e, 2014-2016 228i, 228xi, 428i, 428i xdrive, 328xi gran turismo, 2013-2017 x3 sdrive28i, x3 xdrive28i, 2015-2018 x4 xdrive28i, 2015-2016 428xi vehicles. An improperly sealed electrical connector on the water pump may be exposed to water and short circuit.
Air bags: inflator module
Risk: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, increasing the risk of injury or death.
Fix: The driver's front air bag will be replaced, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed september 6, 2024. Owners may contact bmw customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
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Bmw of north america, llc (bmw) is recalling certain 2015 6 series gran coupe, 2014 5 series gran turismo, 2014 5 series sedan, 2015 6 series convertible, 2015 6 series coupe, 2014 x5, 2013-2014 x3, 2014-2015 3 series sedan, 2014 4 series coupe, 2014 4 series convertible, 2014 3 series gran turismo, and 2015 4 series gran coupe vehicles. Please see the recall report for the complete list of models. The driver's air bag inflator may explode during deployment, due to a manufacturing defect.
Air bags: side/window
Risk: An inflator that ruptures may cause sharp metal fragments to enter or exit the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury. Additionally, an inflator that leaks gas may only partially inflate during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: Dealers will replace the head air bags, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed november 4, 2024. Owners may contact bmw customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
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Bmw of north america, llc (bmw) is recalling certain 2014-2015 2 series coupe (228i, 228i xdrive, m235i), 3 series sedan (320i, 320i xdrive, 328i, 328i xdrive, 335i, 335i xdrive, m3, 328d, 328d xdrive), 4 series coupe (428i, 428i xdrive, 435i, 435i xdrive, m4), and 2015 4 series gran coupe (428i, 428i xdrive, 435i, 435i xdrive) vehicles. The head air bag inflator may fail at the weld joint, which can cause gas to leak from the inflator or result in an inflator rupture.
Lights: exterior lighting
Risk: If the side marker lights do not illuminate, the vehicle may be less visible at night, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Bmw will notify owners, and dealers will upload revised software to correct the issue, free of charge. The recall began on october 7, 2015. Owners may contact bmw customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or by email at [email protected].
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Bmw north america, llc (bmw) is recalling certain model year 2012-2015 320i, 320xi, 328i, 328xi, 335i, 335xi, and activehybrid3 vehicles manufactured october 20, 2011, to june 22, 2015, 2014-2015 328xi sports wagon vehicles manufactured march 21, 2013, to march 17, 2015, 2014-2015 328d, 328xd vehicles manufactured june 28, 2013, to april 21, 2015, and 2014-2015 328xd sports wagon vehicles manufactured july 5, 2013, to april 21, 2015. The affected vehicles may have been programmed with new software that inadvertently makes the front side marker lights inoperative in conjunction with the parking lights or the headlights. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."
Fuel system: fuel pump
Risk: If the fuel pump fails, the vehicle may stall without warning, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Bmw will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. Owners were mailed interim notices on may 28, 2015. The recall began on july 6, 2015. Owners may contact bmw customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
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Bmw of north america llc (bmw) is recalling certain model year 2014 228i coupe, m235i coupe, 320i, 320xi, 328i, 328xi, 335i, 335xi, activehybrid 3, 328xi sports wagon, 428i coupe, 428xi coupe, 435i coupe, 435xi coupe, 428i convertible, 428xi convertible, 435i convertible, 328xi gran turismo, 335xi gran turismo, and 2015 428i gran coupe, 428xi gran coupe, and 435i gran coupe vehicles. Improper nickel plating of components within the fuel pump may result in the fuel pump failing.
Brakes: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Risk: A failure of the brake vacuum pump results in a reduction in braking power that could increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Bmw will notify owners, and dealers will install a locking ring in the camshaft to retain the camshaft seal disk in the proper location, free of charge. The recall began on december 2, 2014. Owners may contact bmw customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
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Bmw of north america llc (bmw) is recalling certain model year 2014 bmw 328i xdrive sports wagon, 2012-2014 bmw 320i sedan, 328i sedan, 320i xdrive sedan, 328i xdrive sedan, 2012-2013 bmw 528i sedan, 528i xdrive sedan, 2013-2014 bmw x1 sdrive28i, x1 xdrive28i sports activity vehicle, 2013-2014 bmw x3 xdrive28i sports activity vehicle, 2012-2014 bmw z4 sdrive28i roadster, and 2014 bmw 428i coupe, and 428i xdrive coupe. Due to insufficient lubrication, the vacuum pump that supplies brake power assistance may fail. Note: this recall is an expansion of recall 13v-454.
Brakes: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Risk: A failure of the brake vacuum pump results in a reduction in braking power that could increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Bmw will notify owners, and dealers will modify the vehicles to prevent insufficient vacuum pump lubrication, free of charge. The safety recall began on january 31, 2014. Owners may contact bmw customer relations at 1-800-525-7417 or email bmw at [email protected].
Full defect summary
Bmw of north america llc (bmw) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 320i, 328i, 320i xdrive, and 328i xdrive sedans; model year 2014 328i xdrive sports wagons; model year 2012-2013 528i and 528i xdrive sedans, model year 2013-2014 x1 sdrive28i and x1 xdrive28i vehicles and model year 2012-2014 z4 sdrive28i roadsters. Due to insufficient lubrication, the vacuum pump that supplies brake power assistance may fail.
Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which recalls are still open on your car.
NHTSA defect investigations
Desiccated air bag inflator rupture
Summary
From 2000 through 2017, takata produced millions of air bag inflators using two types of phase-stabilized ammonium nitrate ("psan") propellant -- propellant 2004 and propellant 2004l. After prolonged exposure to high temperature cycles and humidity, inflators using propellant 2004 can degrade, causing the propellant to burn too quickly when ignited. The rapid burning can cause the inflator to rupture during deployment, potentially causing serious or even fatal injury to vehicle occupants. See 2016 blomquist report at www.NHTSA.gov/sites/NHTSA.gov/files/documents/expert_report-hrblomquist.pdf.consequently, all frontal inflators using propellant 2004 that do not contain a "desiccant" (a substa
Loss of power assist braking
Summary
In a letter dated september 26, 2013, bmw group submitted a safety recall notice to NHTSA identifying a defect condition in the vacuum pump oil supply that may result in loss of power assist braking in 76,191 model year (my) 2012 through 2014 bmw 3-series, 5-series, x1 sav, x3 sav, and z4 vehicles equipped with 4-cylinder engines (NHTSA recall 13v-454).according to bmw, movement of the seal disk within the camshaft may result in blocking of the oil supply to the vacuum pump, resulting in improper pump operation and loss of power assist braking.on july 11, 2013, bmw initiated a change to the camshaft geometry that prevented the seal disk from blocking the oil port.bmw has not received any bra
Questions about the 2014 BMW 328i
- What are the most common problems with the 2014 BMW 328i?
- By NHTSA owner complaints: engine (58 complaints, typically around 86,000 miles); electrical (52 complaints, typically around 88,000 miles); brakes (21 complaints, typically around 56,000 miles).
- How many recalls does the 2014 BMW 328i have?
- 8 recalls listed by NHTSA, the latest from December 17, 2025 (air bags). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which ones are still open on your car.
- Is the 2014 a bad year for the BMW 328i?
- It is 7th of 12 328i model years by number of complaints, with 152 complaints. Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular years collect more of them, and the newest years have had less time to.