repaired · 2026 Q3
Wiring: connectors/plugs/receptacles
Risk. An electrical short increases the risk of a fire.
2014 BMW 328xiProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 17 owner complaints about the 2014 BMW 328xi, most often about the electrical system. It is covered by 3 safety recalls, and for recall 24V-608 the manufacturer reports only 40% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through March 6, 2025. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2014 BMW 328xi has problems
17 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
3Electrical system
3Structure
3Engine and engine cooling
2Air bags2 crash/fire/injury
2Engine
2Fuel/propulsion system
1Fuel system, gasoline
1Exterior lighting
1Visibility
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 3 | 0 |
| Structure | 3 | 0 |
| Engine and engine cooling | 3 | 0 |
| Air bags | 2 | 2 |
| Engine | 2 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 2 | 0 |
| Fuel system, gasoline | 1 | 0 |
| Exterior lighting | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
3 recalls
2014 BMW 328xi 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 · 2017 Q1
Exterior lighting
Risk. If the side marker lights do not illuminate, the vehicle may be less visible at night, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2016 Q4
Delivery: fuel pump
Risk. If the fuel pump fails, the vehicle may stall without warning, increasing the risk of a crash.
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
2014 vs. every other 328xi 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 328xi median. How we score
'06'07'08'09'10'11'12'13'14'15'16
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
1 investigation
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2014 BMW 328xi, and the recalls they led to.
- Desiccated Air Bag Inflator RuptureOpen
In owners' words
What 328xi owners report
Recent electrical system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
The contact owns a 2014 BMW 328XI. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V608000 (Engine and Engine Cooling, Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had…
The contact owns a 2014 BMW 328XI. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V608000 (Engine and Engine Cooling, Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for…
The contact owns a 2014 BMW 328XI. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V608000 (Engine and Engine Cooling, Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted and confirmed that parts were available. The…
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