2014 BMW 328i Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls
Caution The 2014 BMW 328i has a Complaint Index of 55 and ranks 6th out of 12 model years, earning a Caution verdict. NHTSA lists 151 complaints, 8 recalls, and a top problem area of Engine (63 complaints, 42% share).
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
YearToAvoid Scorecard
- Complaint Index
- 55/100
- #6 of 12 328i years
- Verdict
- Caution
- vs. other years of this model
- Complaints
- 151
- unique NHTSA reports
- Recalls
- 8
- distinct NHTSA campaigns
- Crashes
- 19
- reported in complaints
- Fires
- 2
- Injuries
- 18
- Top issue
- Engine
- NHTSA overall rating
- 5 / 5 ★
- EPA combined MPG
- 26
- 22 city / 32 hwy
- Injuries / deaths
- 18 / 0
Top 2014 BMW 328i problems
Share of this year’s NHTSA complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Engine63 (42%)
- Electrical System59 (39%)
- Brakes23 (15%)
- Fuel System17 (11%)
- Airbags15 (10%)
- Other15 (10%)
- Transmission & Powertrain9 (6%)
- Structure & Body8 (5%)
- Seat Belts6 (4%)
- Steering4 (3%)
A complaint can list more than one component, so shares add up to more than 100%. Shares are % of complaints.
What owners report
- Airbags failed to deploy during moderate-to-severe frontal and side impacts, even when the vehicle sustained heavy structural damage.
- Owners describe sudden unintended acceleration or a delayed brake response, including one case where the car lunged forward while parking.
- Brake pedals reportedly required extended time to respond before stopping, sometimes leading to a collision.
- The gear shifter has been reported to slip out of park into neutral on its own, allowing the car to roll unexpectedly.
- Seat belts reportedly locked tight after a rear-end collision or, in another case, unbuckled automatically during a crash.
2014 BMW 328i recalls
8 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- NHTSA 25V871000Dec 17, 2025Airbags851 vehicles
Air bags:side/window:head
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.
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.
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.
- NHTSA 24V608000Aug 13, 2024Electrical System720,796 vehicles
Electrical system:wiring:connectors/plugs/receptacles
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.
Risk: An electrical short increases the risk of a fire.
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.
- NHTSA 24V527000Jul 11, 2024Airbags1,145 vehicles
Air bags:frontal:driver side:inflator module
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.
Risk: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, increasing the risk of injury or death.
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.
2014 BMW 328i fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 22 MPG
- Highway
- 32 MPG
- Combined
- 26 MPG
- Annual fuel cost (EPA)
- $3,050
- 15,000 mi/yr
- Fuel
- Premium
- Current regular gas
- $4.32/gal
- national avg.
EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.
2014 compared with other 328i years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2014 BMW 328i reliable compared to other 328i years?
- It ranks 6th of 12 model years tracked for the 328i, with a Complaint Index of 55 and a Caution verdict, meaning it has more reported problems than years like 2016 (index 18, Best) or 2012 (index 27, Good), but fewer than 2011 (index 100, Avoid).
- What is the top problem area for the 2014 BMW 328i?
- Engine complaints lead with 63 reports, 42% of all complaints, and a median failure mileage of 69,321 miles. Electrical System issues follow closely with 59 complaints (39% share).
- Does the 2014 BMW 328i have recalls?
- NHTSA lists 8 recall campaigns for the 2014 328i, covering airbags, electrical system, fuel system, and brakes. None are do-not-drive recalls.
- How many complaints and crashes does NHTSA show for the 2014 328i?
- NHTSA records 151 complaints for the 2014 328i, tied to 19 crashes, 18 injuries, 2 fires, and no deaths.
- What is the median mileage at failure for the 2014 328i?
- Across all reported problems, the median mileage at failure is 58,000 miles.