What is the most common engine problem on the 2014 BMW 328d?

NHTSA complaints most often describe EGR cooler failures that leak coolant into the vacuum system, locking the EGR valve open and damaging the intake manifold; this matches recall 18V755000.

Is there a recall for the 2014 BMW 328d engine?

Yes. Recall 18V755000, reported in October 2018, covers the EGR cooler on the 2014 328d and related diesel models; BMW inspects and replaces the cooler as needed.

How many engine complaints does the 2014 BMW 328d have?

NHTSA lists 64 Engine complaints for the 2014 328d, which is 42% of all 152 complaints filed for that model year.

At what mileage do 2014 328d engine problems typically appear?

The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this engine issue is 66,748.5 miles.

Are fires linked to the 2014 328d engine complaints?

Yes. NHTSA data shows 8 fire incidents among the complaints in this dataset, several tied to the EGR cooler leak described in the recall.

2014 BMW 328d Engine Problems

NHTSA lists 64 Engine complaints for the 2014 BMW 328d, 42% of its 152 total complaints for the year, with a median failure mileage of 66,748.5. A related EGR cooler recall (18V755000) covers this and other 328d model years.

Engine complaints: 64; 42% of 152
Crashes reported: 2
Fires reported: 8
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 66,749 mi
Related recalls: 1

Typical engine symptoms owners report

Owners report the EGR cooler leaking coolant into the vacuum line, causing the EGR valve to lock open and the intake manifold to crack or develop holes.
Multiple owners describe a "drivetrain malfunction, drive cautiously" warning followed by sudden loss of power and, in several cases, smoke or fire from under the hood.
Some drivers report the engine stalling or dying without warning while on the freeway, leaving the car unable to restart.
A few owners describe unintended acceleration while parking at low speed, resulting in the car surging forward into a curb, wall, or tree.
Owners also report a faulty fuel pump causing complete loss of power while approaching a stop, along with recurring check engine light illumination.
Later complaints describe corrosion of high-pressure fuel lines and injector wiring harnesses, plus a cracked coolant pipe, occurring well beyond typical failure mileage.

When 2014 BMW 328d engine complaints were filed

First complaint Jan 20, 2015, latest Feb 13, 2026.

64 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jan 2015 to Feb 2026; peak Jan 2019 (5).

Engine recalls for the 2014 BMW 328d

NHTSA 18V755000Oct 25, 2018Engine44,368 vehicles
Engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:emission control:gas recirculation valve (egr valve)
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2013-2018 BMW 328d and 328d xDrive, 2014-2018 328d Sports Wagon and 328d xDrive Sports Wagon, 2014-2016 535d and 535d xDrive, 2015 740Ld xDrive, 2015-2017 X3 xDrive28d SAV and 2014-2017 X5 xDrive35d SAV vehicles equipped with an Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) module with an integrated cooler. If the EGR cooler leaks internally, the coolant can mix with diesel engine soot. The high EGR temperatures may result in these particles possibly smoldering and melting the intake manifold.
Risk: The melting intake manifold can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the EGR cooler as necessary. If a leak has already occurred, the engine intake manifold will also be replaced. These repairs will be made free of charge. The recall began May 13, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Engine complaints by 328d model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

20130 (0%)
201464 (42%)
20157 (26%)
20165 (50%)
20174 (33%)
20181 (10%)

Frequently asked questions

What is the most common engine problem on the 2014 BMW 328d?: NHTSA complaints most often describe EGR cooler failures that leak coolant into the vacuum system, locking the EGR valve open and damaging the intake manifold; this matches recall 18V755000.
Is there a recall for the 2014 BMW 328d engine?: Yes. Recall 18V755000, reported in October 2018, covers the EGR cooler on the 2014 328d and related diesel models; BMW inspects and replaces the cooler as needed.
How many engine complaints does the 2014 BMW 328d have?: NHTSA lists 64 Engine complaints for the 2014 328d, which is 42% of all 152 complaints filed for that model year.
At what mileage do 2014 328d engine problems typically appear?: The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this engine issue is 66,748.5 miles.
Are fires linked to the 2014 328d engine complaints?: Yes. NHTSA data shows 8 fire incidents among the complaints in this dataset, several tied to the EGR cooler leak described in the recall.