How many fuel system complaints does the 2014 BMW 328i have?

NHTSA lists 17 Fuel System complaints for the 2014 BMW 328i, which is 11% of the 151 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a fuel system recall for the 2014 BMW 328i?

Yes. Campaign 15V189000, reported March 31, 2015, covers the fuel system, and BMW dealers replace the fuel pump free of charge under that recall.

At what mileage do fuel system problems typically show up on the 2014 328i?

The median mileage at failure among reported fuel system complaints is 59,500 miles.

Did the 2014 328i fuel system issue cause any crashes or fires?

NHTSA data shows 0 crashes and 0 fires tied to these complaints, though 1 injury was reported.

2014 BMW 328i Fuel System Problems

NHTSA lists 17 Fuel System complaints for the 2014 BMW 328i, 11% of its 151 total complaints for the year. A related recall (campaign 15V189000) covers fuel pump replacement, and the median mileage at failure was 59,500.

Fuel System complaints: 17; 11% of 151
Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 1
Median mileage: 59,500 mi
Related recalls: 1

Typical fuel system symptoms owners report

Engine loses power or completely stalls during acceleration on highways, sometimes requiring a tow to the dealer.
Vehicle fails to restart after stalling in a parking lot or driveway, with the engine cranking but not catching.
Drivetrain malfunction warning appears before the engine cuts out and the car coasts to a stop.
Fuel pump or fuel injector replacement is reported after repeated stalling, sometimes outside the recall's covered VIN range.
Engine cuts out at speed on two-lane roads, forcing the driver to coast off the road before towing.

When 2014 BMW 328i fuel system complaints were filed

First complaint Oct 28, 2014, latest Jun 9, 2025.

17 complaints filed with NHTSA from Oct 2014 to Jun 2025; peak May 2018 (2).

Fuel System recalls for the 2014 BMW 328i

NHTSA 15V189000Mar 31, 2015Fuel System18,054 vehicles
Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump
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.
Risk: If the fuel pump fails, the vehicle may stall without warning, increasing the risk of a crash.
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.

Fuel System complaints by 328i model year

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

20108 (5%)
201120 (3%)
201210 (8%)
201320 (8%)
201417 (11%)
201515 (12%)
20161 (2%)

Frequently asked questions

How many fuel system complaints does the 2014 BMW 328i have?: NHTSA lists 17 Fuel System complaints for the 2014 BMW 328i, which is 11% of the 151 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a fuel system recall for the 2014 BMW 328i?: Yes. Campaign 15V189000, reported March 31, 2015, covers the fuel system, and BMW dealers replace the fuel pump free of charge under that recall.
At what mileage do fuel system problems typically show up on the 2014 328i?: The median mileage at failure among reported fuel system complaints is 59,500 miles.
Did the 2014 328i fuel system issue cause any crashes or fires?: NHTSA data shows 0 crashes and 0 fires tied to these complaints, though 1 injury was reported.