2014 BMW 328D Engine cooling Problems
- Complaints
- 5about this part
- Share
- 3%of 153 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 89,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 5 complaints about the engine cooling of the 2014 BMW 328D, 3% of the 153 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 89,000 miles. 1 a fire, according to the filers. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“The contact owns a 2014 BMW 328D. The contact stated that while driving and exceeding 60 MPH, the vehicle was shaking. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that the warning remained illuminated on the instrument panel for over a month. The contact drove the vehicle home safely. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer to be diagnosed; however, the dealer was contacted by phone and informed of the failure. The manufacturer was contacted twice and informed of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 150,000.”
NHTSA complaint #11453656, filed 2022-02, 150,000 miles“The contact owns a 2014 BMW 328D. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 18V755000 (Engine and Engine Cooling). The contact stated that while driving 60 MPH, the vehicle inadvertently decelerated to 40 MPH. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The EGR cooling message was displayed in the information center. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where she was informed about fault code 29EB-00. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer however, the mechanic was unable to duplicate the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. …”
NHTSA complaint #11457799, filed 2022-03, 89,000 miles“The contact owns a 2014 BMW 328D. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V907000 (Fuel System, Diesel) 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 recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to accelerate with the same horsepower as prior to receiving NHTSA Campaign Number: 18V755000 (Engine and Engine Cooling). The contact stated that the current recall was issued as a follow-up to previous recall. …”
NHTSA complaint #11481777, filed 2022-08, 74,000 miles“2014 Bmw 328. Consumer writes in regards to mechanical malfunction as a result of the EGR cooler issue. The consumer stated the vehicle set fire and the parts to repair the vehicle were unavailable. - (recall related incident) ts”
NHTSA complaint #11286230, filed 2019-12“The contact owns a 2014 Bmw 328D. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 18v755000 (engine and engine cooling) however, the parts to do the repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. An unknown dealer was contacted and confirmed that the parts were not available for the recall remedy. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and were not able to confirm when the parts were to become available. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available.”
NHTSA complaint #11206545, filed 2019-05Related recalls
- 18V755000Oct 25, 2018BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2013-2018 BMW 328d and 328d xDrive, 2014-2018 328d Sports Wagon and 328d xDrive Sports Wagon, 2014-2016…Covers: BMW 328D 2013–2018, X5 2014–2017, X3 2015–2017 +2 more
Related service bulletins
- 10249439Jan 23, 2024The vehicle demonstrates a power loss and the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) on. The following fault codes may be stored in the DDE: 24CE00 Hot film air mass meter: Ratio of…
- 10215746May 1, 2022Component specific limited warranty extension. For the eligible vehicles, BMW of North America, LLC (BMW NA) is extending the limited warranty for the vehicle Nitrogen Oxide…
- 10212788Apr 1, 2022The quick disconnect coupling on the cylinder head coolant vent line could break at the cylinder head. This would lead to loss of coolant from the engine.
- 10214256Feb 1, 2022The quick disconnect coupling on the cylinder head coolant vent line could break at the cylinder head. This would lead to loss of coolant from the engine.
- 10200228Jun 1, 2021On rare occasions during an engine oil service, the BMW Original (Genuine) engine oil filter insert is either difficult to remove or breaks apart in the oil filter housing.
- 10188938Feb 1, 2021COMBUSTION CONTROL VALVE LIFT AT IDLE: The vehicle will run rough or hesitate when accelerating from a stationary position.
- 10177615Jun 1, 2020N47T/N57T EGR COOLER LTD WTY EXTENSION TO 10 YEARS WITHOUT MILEAGE LIMIT: The vehicle demonstrates a power loss and the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) on. The intake manifold…
- 10176363May 1, 2020TANK VENTILATION AND MIXTURE CONTROL FAULTS STORED IN THE DME: The Engine Malfunction Warning is illuminated and one or more of the following faults are stored in the DME.
- 10175268Apr 1, 2020Diesel Engine Intake Manifold Damaged: If Recall Campaign 18V-755: Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) Cooler Inspection (and repair) (SI B11 17 18) applies and shows open on an…
- 10174005Apr 1, 2020DME FC 21A02D - COMBUSTION CONTROL: VALVE LIFT AT IDLE This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 3) replaces SI B12 13 18 dated September 2019. The vehicle will run rough or…
Engine cooling: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 1 | 4% |
| 2014 | 5 | 3% |
Other parts of the 2014 BMW 328D
73 complaintsEngine
57 complaintsOther or unknown
17 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
14 complaintsElectrical system
8 complaintsBrakes
5 complaintsVehicle speed control
5 complaintsBody and structure
4 complaintsSteering
3 complaintsWheels
3 complaintsElectronic stability control
2 complaintsLatches, locks and linkages
2 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2014 BMW 328D
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology