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2014 BMW 320i

7 recalls Most severe issue: Critical

All recalls are free to repair at your local dealership. Contact your dealer to schedule service.

Known Safety Recalls

Critical #15V189000 Plain English
Component

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
The fuel pump in your vehicle is like a critical part of your heart, pumping gasoline to the engine. In some 2014-2015 BMW models, the fuel pump's protective coating could wear off, making it fail prematurely.
Risk if Unfixed
If the fuel pump fails, your engine could stall without warning, leaving you without power steering and brakes. This could make it hard to control your vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will replace the faulty fuel pump with a new one at no cost to you. This repair is free, and you should schedule it as soon as you get the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
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.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
If the fuel pump fails, the vehicle may stall without warning, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
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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Critical #14V627000 Plain English
Component

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
The vacuum hoses and fittings in your vehicle's brake system help your power brakes work smoothly. In certain models, these hoses and fittings might not get enough lubrication, which could cause them to fail.
Risk if Unfixed
If the brake vacuum pump fails, you'll lose some of your braking power. This could make it harder to stop your vehicle, especially when you're driving downhill or in an emergency, and increase the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will install a small locking ring to prevent the brake components from getting damaged, and the repair is completely free. You should schedule the fix as soon as you get the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
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.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A failure of the brake vacuum pump results in a reduction in braking power that could increase the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
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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Critical #13V454000 Plain English
Component

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM

Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
The brake power assist pump in your vehicle is what helps your brakes feel lighter and easier to press. In certain 2012-2014 models, this pump might not get enough lubrication and could fail without warning.
Risk if Unfixed
If the brake pump fails, you'll lose some of your braking power, which could make it harder to stop your car and increase the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will update the brake system to make sure the pump gets enough lubrication, and the repair is completely free. You should schedule it as soon as you get the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
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.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A failure of the brake vacuum pump results in a reduction in braking power that could increase the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
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 CustomerRelations@bmwusa.com.
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High Priority #25V871000 Plain English
Component

AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW:HEAD

Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
The head air bag in your vehicle is designed to deploy in a crash to protect your head and neck. However, in some 2014-2015 BMW models, the air bag inflator may not work properly due to a faulty weld.
Risk if Unfixed
If the inflator ruptures or leaks gas, sharp metal fragments could enter the vehicle and cause serious injury. Alternatively, the air bag might not inflate fully during a crash, leaving you without the protection it's meant to provide.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will replace the head air bag with a new, safe one, free of charge. You should schedule the repair as soon as possible after receiving your recall notice, which was mailed on February 12, 2026.
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Original — What Happened
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.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
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.
Original — Remedy
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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High Priority #24V527000 Plain English
Component

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
The driver's air bag in your vehicle is the part that protects you in the event of a crash. In some 2013-2015 BMW models, the inflator in this air bag might be faulty, which could cause it to malfunction.
Risk if Unfixed
If the air bag inflator explodes when it's supposed to deploy, it could send sharp metal fragments flying towards you or other passengers, which could lead to serious injury or even death.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will replace the driver's front air bag with a safe, functioning one – at no cost to you. You should schedule the repair as soon as you get the recall notice, which was mailed on September 6, 2024.
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Original — What Happened
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.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, increasing the risk of injury or death.
Original — Remedy
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.
View full recall details → Repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Find a dealer →
High Priority #24V288000 Plain English
Component

AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW

Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
The side and window airbags in your vehicle are designed to protect you in the event of a crash. The inflator in these airbags might have a weak weld, which could cause it to leak or rupture.
Risk if Unfixed
If the inflator ruptures, sharp metal fragments could enter the vehicle, causing serious injury. If it leaks, the airbag might not inflate properly during a crash, increasing the risk of injury or harm.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will replace the faulty airbags with new ones, free of charge. You should schedule the repair as soon as you receive the recall notice, and you can contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 if you have any questions.
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Original — What Happened
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.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
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.
Original — Remedy
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.
View full recall details → Repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Find a dealer →
Moderate #15V520000 Plain English
Component

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
The side marker lights in your vehicle are small lights on the front corners that help make your car visible to other drivers at night. In some 2012-2015 BMW models, a software update may have turned these lights off when you turn on your parking lights or headlights.
Risk if Unfixed
If your side marker lights don't work, your vehicle could be harder to see at night, which increases the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will update the software in your vehicle's computer to turn the side marker lights back on, and this repair is completely free.
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Original — What Happened
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."
Original — Risk if Unfixed
If the side marker lights do not illuminate, the vehicle may be less visible at night, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
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 CustomerRelations@bmwusa.com.
View full recall details → Repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Find a dealer →

Browse by Component

AIR BAGS
3 recalls
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
2 recalls
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
1 recall
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
1 recall

Other BMW 320i Years

2015
3 recalls
2013
3 recalls
2012
3 recalls
2005
1 recall
2004
1 recall
2003
1 recall
2002
1 recall
2001
1 recall
2000
1 recall

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