repaired · 2026 Q3
Engine and engine cooling: exhaust system
Risk. Smoldering particles and a melting intake manifold increase the risk of a fire.
2018 BMW 328dProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 10 owner complaints about the 2018 BMW 328d, most often about the fuel system, diesel. It is covered by 4 safety recalls, and for recall 25V-700 the manufacturer reports only 67% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through August 30, 2026. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2018 BMW 328d has problems
10 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
5Fuel system, diesel
4Fuel/propulsion system
2Power train
1Engine
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel system, diesel | 5 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 4 | 0 |
| Power train | 2 | 0 |
| Engine | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
4 recalls
2018 BMW 328d recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2024 Q2
Fuel system, diesel
Risk. A melting intake manifold increases the risk of a fire.
repaired · 2023 Q4
Delivery: fuel pump
Risk. Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2020 Q3
Emission control: gas recirculation valve (egr valve)
Risk. The melting intake manifold can increase the risk of a fire.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with BMW.
Best & worst years
2018 vs. every other 328d year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the 328d median. How we score
'13'14'15'16'17'18
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
2 investigations
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2018 BMW 328d, and the recalls they led to.
- Desiccated Air Bag Inflator RuptureOpen
- High pressure fuel pump failureLed to recall 24V-957
In owners' words
What 328d owners report
Recent fuel system, diesel complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
The contact owns a 2018 BMW 328D. The contact stated while driving 50 MPH, the vehicle started shuddering significantly. The contact was able to pull over and the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the contact's workplace. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by…
The contact owns a 2018 BMW 328d. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V586000 (Fuel System, Diesel) however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The local dealer…
The contact owns a 2018 BMW 328D. The contact was informed by a third party that his vehicle was included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V568000 (Fuel System, Diesel) however, the part for the recall repair was unavailable. The dealer was made aware of the issue and informed the contact that the part…
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