repaired · 2026 Q3
Side/window: head
NewRisk. An inflator that ruptures may cause sharp metal fragments to enter or exit the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury.
2014 BMW M235iProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 5 owner complaints about the 2014 BMW M235i, most often about the engine. It is covered by 3 safety recalls, and for recall 24V-288 the manufacturer reports only 36% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through December 17, 2025. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2014 BMW M235i has problems
5 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
2Engine
2Power train
1Air bags
1Fuel/propulsion system
1Seats
1Structure
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2 | 0 |
| Power train | 2 | 0 |
| Air bags | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 1 | 0 |
| Seats | 1 | 0 |
| Structure | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
3 recalls
2014 BMW M235i 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 · 2026 Q3
Air bags: side/window
Risk. An inflator that ruptures may cause sharp metal fragments to enter or exit the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury.
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 M235i 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 M235i median. How we score
'14'15'16'20'21'22
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
In owners' words
What M235i owners report
Recent engine complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
DUE TO THE POORLY DESIGNED OILING SYSTEM IN THE N55 ENGINE. WHEN THE CAR IS SUBJECTED TO HIGH G FORCES FROM THINGS SUCH AS TRACK DRIVING OR SPIRITED DRIVING. THE OIL SLOSHES IN IN THE PAN AND THE OIL PICK UP DOESN'T GET ANY OIL. THEREFORE THE ENGINE OIL STARVES AND MY CASE PRODUCES ROD KNOCK. WHICH…
I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD AROUND 11 AM AT 35 MPH AND THE CAR WARNING LIGHT CAME ON STATING DRIVE TRAIN MALFUNCTION SEE AUTHORIZED DEALER. THE CAR JUST STALLED. YOU COULD NOT START ENGINE BECAUSE LATER ON ABOUT A WEEK WE LEARNED THAT IT WAS A BMW RECALL OF THE FUEL PUMP WHICH THE DEALER WASN'T…
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