2014 BMW 328XI
WBA3B5C50FP653565
Vehicle record for the 2014 BMW 328XI (VIN WBA3B5C50FP653565). Gray, sedan, gasoline. Registered in Odesa. 3 NHTSA recall campaigns for this model year. Free specifications, registration region and recall data.
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At a glance
Vehicle identity & specifications
Safety recall campaigns 3
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:CONNECTORS/PLUGS/RECEPTACLES
BMW of North America, LLC. (BMW) is recalling certain 2012-2015 X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i, 2012-2016 Z4 sDrive28i, 528i, 528i xDrive, 328i, 328xi, 2016-2018 X5 xdrive 40e, 2014-2016 228i, 228xi, 428i, 428i xDrive, 328xi Gran Turismo, 2013-2017 X3 sDrive28i, X3 xDrive28i, 2015-2018 X4 xDrive28i, 2015-2016 428xi vehicles. An improperly sealed electrical connector on the water pump may be exposed to…
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the water pump and plug connector as necessary, and install a protective shield, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 28, 2025. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
NHTSA Campaign #24V608000 · 13/08/2024EXTERIOR LIGHTING
BMW North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2012-2015 320i, 320xi, 328i, 328xi, 335i, 335xi, and ActiveHybrid3 vehicles manufactured October 20, 2011, to June 22, 2015, 2014-2015 328xi Sports Wagon vehicles manufactured March 21, 2013, to March 17, 2015, 2014-2015 328d, 328xd vehicles manufactured June 28, 2013, to April 21, 2015, and 2014-2015 328xd Sports Wagon vehicles manufact…
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will upload revised software to correct the issue, free of charge. The recall began on October 7, 2015. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or by email at [email protected].
NHTSA Campaign #15V520000 · 17/08/2015FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
BMW of North America LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2014 228i Coupe, M235i Coupe, 320i, 320xi, 328i, 328xi, 335i, 335xi, ActiveHybrid 3, 328xi Sports Wagon, 428i Coupe, 428xi Coupe, 435i Coupe, 435xi Coupe, 428i Convertible, 428xi Convertible, 435i Convertible, 328xi Gran Turismo, 335xi Gran Turismo, and 2015 428i Gran Coupe, 428xi Gran Coupe, and 435i Gran Coupe vehicles. Improper nick…
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. Owners were mailed interim notices on May 28, 2015. The recall began on July 6, 2015. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
NHTSA Campaign #15V189000 · 31/03/2015Note: recall data comes from the U.S. NHTSA and covers the US-market version of this model. A car registered in Ukraine may have different campaigns — check with the manufacturer's local importer.
These are NHTSA recall campaigns for this model year, last checked 8 Oct 2026. They don't show whether this particular car has had the repair done — check this VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are free.
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Common problems & what to inspect
Based on all 17 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2014 BMW 328XI, here are the most-reported problem areas — and what to check before you buy.
💥 2 involved a crash 🚑 3 reported injuries
🔍 Check coolant level and color, look for leaks, and confirm the engine reaches normal temperature without overheating.
🔍 Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
🔍 Inspect for rust, fresh undercoating, mismatched paint, uneven panel gaps and any sign of prior collision or frame repair.
🔍 Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
🔍 Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.
🔍 Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
Pre-purchase checklist
- Match the VIN on the dash, door jamb and title — they must be identical.
- Cold-start the engine; listen for knocks and check for blue or white exhaust smoke.
- Test-drive through all gears at low and highway speed — no slipping, shudder or pulling.
- Confirm every warning light clears at startup (none should stay on).
- Check fluids — oil, coolant, transmission — for level, color and leaks.
- Look underneath for rust, fresh undercoating or signs of collision repair.
- Always get an independent pre-purchase inspection from a trusted mechanic.
Owner complaints 17
Complaints filed with NHTSA by owners of the 2014 BMW 328XI.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
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 exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The m…
NHTSA ODI #11646698ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
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 recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the …
NHTSA ODI #11628689ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
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 contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amo…
NHTSA ODI #11614794FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE,ENGINE
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 BMW 328XI. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 25 MPH, THE VEHICLE SEIZED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT COASTED THE VEHICLE TO THE SHOULDER OF THE ROADWAY. THE CONTACT TURNED OFF AND RESTARTED THE VEHICLE HOWEVER, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO RESUME NORMAL OPERATION. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO BMW NORTHWEST (4011 20TH ST E, TACOMA, WA 98424) W…
NHTSA ODI #11362751STRUCTURE
BOTH THE DRIVER AND PASSENGER DOOR LOCKS OCCASIONALLY FAIL TO UNLOCK PREVENTING EXIT FROM THE VEHICLE. THIS HAS OCCURRED ABOUT 12-15 TIMES TO EITHER MY WIFE OR MYSELF. THERE IS A MASTER LOCK/UNLOCK BUTTON THAT WILL UNLOCK THE DOORS. NEVER THE LESS, THIS DEFECT COULD BE A SERIOUS PROBLEM IN AN EMERGENCY.
NHTSA ODI #11174388STRUCTURE
THE DOOR LOCK ACTUATORS ARE KNOWN TO BE DEFECTIVE IN THAT IF ONE PULLS ON THE HANDLE, THE DOOR WILL NOT MECHANICALLY UNLOCK BY DOUBLE-PULLING THE HANDLE, MEANING THE ONLY WAY TO UNLOCK THE DOOR IS BY USING ELECTRONIC UNLOCK BUTTON. IF THE CAR IS IN A WATER ACCIDENT, FIRE, OR ANY OTHER SITUATION WHERE THE BATTERY IS NO LONGER OPERABLE, THE OCCUPANTS WILL BE T…
NHTSA ODI #11160929STRUCTURE
DOORS WILL NOT UNLOCK MANUALLY FROM TIME TO TIME. THE ONLY WAY TO UNLOCK IS TO USE THE CENTRAL UNLOCKING FEATURE. COULD BE DEADLY IN A CRASH! BMW WILL NOT EVEN LOOK AT THE CAR UNLESS I PAY THEM A $150 DIAGNOSTIC FEE! CAR IS STOPPED, ENGINE OFF, AND THE FRONT DOORS (BOTH) WILL NOT MANUALLY UNLOCK FROM TIME TO TIME. ONLY WAY TO GET OUT IS TO USE CENTRA…
NHTSA ODI #11113288UNKNOWN OR OTHER
STRANGE ?MAKE YOU FEEL SICK? FUMES CONSTANTLY ENTERING MY CAR CABIN. I USED AN AIR QUALITY TEST DEVICE TO READ THE AIR. ITS BAD. MANUFACTURER DENIES EVERYTHING. WANTS ME TO REPLACE THE WINDSHIELD TO MAKE IT GO AWAY. BUT ONLY IF HE DOES IT. 3RD PARTY NOT ALLOWED. I HAD WINDSHIELD CHECKED BY 3RD PARTY. NO AIR LEAKS. MANUFACTURER REFUSES TO DO THE SAME TEST. FU…
NHTSA ODI #11055813+ 9 more complaints on record.
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Frequently asked questions
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Is the VIN WBA3B5C50FP653565 valid?
WBA3B5C50FP653565 is a structurally valid 17-character VIN with a correct ISO 3779 check digit, assigned to a manufacturer in Germany. It decodes to the 2014 BMW 328XI.
Are there safety recalls on the 2014 BMW 328XI?
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for the 2014 BMW 328XI model year. That covers the model year, not this individual car: to see whether a specific vehicle still needs a recall repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are free.
Recall data checked 8 Oct 2026 · Sources: NHTSA (recalls & complaints), U.S. EPA (fuel economy), NHTSA vPIC (specifications). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.