2014 BMW 335i Problems, Recalls & Reliability
Verdict
CautionComplaint Index
50/100
#4 most-complained of 7 335i years
The 2014 BMW 335i has a Complaint Index of 50, ranking 4th worst out of 7 model years, with a Caution verdict. NHTSA lists 20 complaints, 5 recalls, and a top problem area of Engine at 25% of complaints.
- Complaints
- 20
- Recalls
- 5
- Crashes / fires
- 2 / 1
- Injuries / deaths
- 3 / 0
- NHTSA overall rating
- 5 / 5 ★
- EPA combined MPG
- 24
- 20 city / 30 hwy
Top 2014 BMW 335i problems
NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Engine5 (25%)
- Electrical System4 (20%)
- Fuel System4 (20%)
- Other4 (20%)
- Transmission & Powertrain4 (20%)
- Airbags3 (15%)
- Brakes1 (5%)
- Collision Avoidance & Cameras1 (5%)
- Lane Departure1 (5%)
- Steering1 (5%)
What owners report
- Driver airbag failed to deploy during a crash, causing the driver to hit the steering wheel and break the steering column.
- Airbag system showed as off along with blind spot warning and lane keeping assistance failing to function during a pothole/cone collision.
- High pressure fuel pump failed completely, causing sudden loss of power while merging near an airport ramp at very low mileage.
- Vehicle stalled at a stoplight in rain with start-stop enabled, showing a drivetrain malfunction message on the I-drive screen at 6,000 miles.
- Entire dashboard and navigation screen went black and the engine shut down while driving at 40 mph, with headlights stuck on and no emergency flashers.
- Transfer case failure caused the car to miss or shudder under load, worsening over time at 82,000 miles.
2014 BMW 335i recalls
5 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 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.
- NHTSA 24V288000Apr 24, 2024Airbags5,761 vehicles
Air bags:side/window
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.
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 November 4, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
2014 BMW 335i fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 20 MPG
- Highway
- 30 MPG
- Combined
- 24 MPG
- Annual fuel cost (EPA)
- $3,300
- 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 335i years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2014 BMW 335i reliable?
- NHTSA data gives the 2014 335i a Complaint Index of 50 and a Caution verdict, ranking 4th worst among the 7 model years with data. It sits behind 2015 and 2012, which rank Best and Good.
- What are the most common problems with the 2014 BMW 335i?
- Engine problems make up 25% of complaints, followed by Electrical System, Fuel System, and Transmission & Powertrain, each at 20%. The median mileage at failure for the Engine category is 29,800 miles.
- Does the 2014 BMW 335i have any recalls?
- NHTSA lists 5 recalls for the 2014 335i, covering Airbags (three separate campaigns), Electrical System, and Fuel System issues, including a fuel pump replacement recall.
- Should I avoid the 2014 BMW 335i compared to other years?
- Compared to other 335i years, 2014 is worse than 2015 (Complaint Index 17, Best) and 2012 (Complaint Index 33, Good), but better than 2011 (Complaint Index 100, Avoid) and 2013 (Complaint Index 83, Avoid).