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2015 BMW 328xi

2 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 #24V608000 Plain English
Component

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:PUMP

Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
The water pump in your vehicle is a crucial part that helps keep your engine cool. It's connected to the cooling system, and an electrical connector on this pump may not be sealed properly in some models.
Risk if Unfixed
If this electrical connector is exposed to water, it could short circuit and increase the risk of a fire. A fire could spread quickly and be difficult to control, so it's essential to address this issue as soon as possible.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will inspect the water pump and its electrical connector, replace them if necessary, and install a protective shield to prevent future issues. This repair is completely free, and you should schedule it as soon as you receive the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
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.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
An electrical short increases the risk of a fire.
Original — Remedy
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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Moderate #15V520000 Plain English
Component

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
The side marker lights on your vehicle are the small lights on the front fenders that help other drivers see you at night. In some 2012-2015 BMW models, the software controlling these lights might be faulty.
Risk if Unfixed
If your side marker lights don't turn on, it could make your vehicle harder to see at night, increasing the risk of a crash, especially in low-light conditions.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will update the software to fix the issue, and this repair is completely free. You'll get a notification when it's time to schedule the update.
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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.
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ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
1 recall
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
1 recall

Other BMW 328xi Years

2016
1 recall
2014
3 recalls
2013
2 recalls
2012
4 recalls
2011
3 recalls
2010
3 recalls
2009
4 recalls
2008
3 recalls
2007
4 recalls
2006
3 recalls

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