Recalls (2)
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2014 BMW 335xi. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
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Check on NHTSA ↗Side Marker Lamps Inoperative/FMVSS 108
- Summary
- 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 manufactured July 5, 2013, to April 21, 2015. The affected vehicles may have been programmed with new software that inadvertently makes the front side marker lights inoperative in conjunction with the parking lights or the headlights. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
- Consequence
- If the side marker lights do not illuminate, the vehicle may be less visible at night, increasing the risk of a crash.
- 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 CustomerRelations@bmwusa.com.
Improper Plating on Fuel Pump may Result in Stall
- Summary
- 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 nickel plating of components within the fuel pump may result in the fuel pump failing.
- Consequence
- If the fuel pump fails, the vehicle may stall without warning, increasing the risk of a crash.
- 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.
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Owner complaints (7)
7 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The engine is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 7 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4 | 57.1% |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 2 | 28.6% |
| Structure | 2 | 28.6% |
| Electrical system | 1 | 14.3% |
| Power train | 1 | 14.3% |
| Service brakes | 1 | 14.3% |
| Steering | 1 | 14.3% |
| Unknown or other | 1 | 14.3% |
| Vehicle speed control | 1 | 14.3% |
How 2014 compares with other 335xi years
Best and worst 335xi years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2007 | 20 | 4 |
| 2008 | 62 | 3 |
| 2009 | 18 | 3 |
| 2010 | 11 | 3 |
| 2011 | 23 | 3 |
| 2012 | 2 | 1 |
| 2013 | 9 | 1 |
| 2014 | 7 | 2 |
| 2015 | 2 | 1 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
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2014 BMW 335xi FAQ
How many recalls does the 2014 BMW 335xi have?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns: 15V520000 (lighting), 15V189000 (fuel pump). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2014 BMW 335xi problems?
Owners filed 7 complaints with NHTSA. Engine (4), Fuel/propulsion system (2), Structure (2) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
How does the 2014 335xi compare with other years?
Among the 2007–2015 BMW 335xi model years at least five years old, the 2012 drew the fewest complaints (2) and the 2008 the most (62). The 2014 drew 7. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.