2014 BMW 328i xdrive problems, recalls, safety rating, MPG & value

Q: What gas mileage does the 2014 BMW 328i xdrive get?

The 2014 BMW 328i xdrive has a U.S. EPA estimate of 26 mpg combined (22 city / 32 highway).

2014 BMW 328i xdrive at a glance

Safety recallsNone

Owner complaints151

Overall safety5 / 5 ★

Combined26 mpg

Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2014 BMW 328i xdrive recalls 0

No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 2014 BMW 328i xdrive.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2014 BMW 328i xdrive common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 151 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Electrical System

Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.

Engine

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.

Engine And Engine Cooling

Check coolant level and color, look for leaks, and confirm the engine reaches normal temperature without overheating.

Service Brakes

Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.

Air Bags

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.

Fuel/propulsion System

Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.

2014 BMW 328i xdrive safety ratings

Overall★★★★★

Frontal crash★★★★★

Side crash★★★★★

Rollover★★★★★

Frontal — driver★★★★★

Frontal — passenger★★★★★

Side — front seat★★★★★

Side — rear seat★★★★★

Side pole★★★★★

Rollover risk: 9.5% — NHTSA's estimated chance of rollover in a single-vehicle crash (dynamic test: no tip).

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2014 BMW 328I Xdrive SW AWD. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.

2014 BMW 328i xdrive MPG & running costs

Combined26 mpg

City22 mpg

Highway32 mpg

Est. annual fuel cost$3,150

EPA size classCompact Cars

TransmissionAutomatic (S8)

Forced inductionTurbocharged

Engine start-stopYes

Passenger volume96 cu ft

Cargo volume13 cu ft

5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$3,750 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2014 BMW 328i xdrive costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$15,750

Fuel only$15,750

Per mile$0.21

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

Investigations & service bulletins

NHTSA defect investigations 2

Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture Open

From 2000 through 2017, Takata produced millions of air bag inflators using two types of phase-stabilized ammonium nitrate ("PSAN") propellant -- propellant 2004 and propellant 2004L. After prolonged exposure to high temperature cycles and humidity, inflators using propellant 2004 can degrade, causing the propellant to burn too quickly when ignited. The rapid burning can cause the inflator to rupture during deploymen…

NHTSA #EA21002 · Air Bags · opened Sep 2021

Loss of power assist braking Closed

In a letter dated September 26, 2013, BMW Group submitted a safety recall notice to NHTSA identifying a defect condition in the vacuum pump oil supply that may result in loss of power assist braking in 76,191 model year (MY) 2012 through 2014 BMW 3-Series, 5-Series, X1 SAV, X3 SAV, and Z4 vehicles equipped with 4-cylinder engines (NHTSA Recall 13V-454). According to BMW, movement of the seal disk within the camshaft…

NHTSA #PE13030 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · opened Sep 2013 · closed Oct 2013

An investigation means NHTSA is examining a possible defect — it is not a recall, and many close without one.

Manufacturer service bulletins 527

Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered. Showing the 10 most recent of 527.

Fuel tank limited warranty for leakage, due to defects in materials or workmanship, has been extended to 15 years/150,000 miles as determined from the original in-service date

Bulletin B010722 · Fuel/propulsion System · Oct 2024

The basic conditions for initializing the power windows are not met.

Bulletin B510819 · Electrical System, Visibility · Jan 2024

The electrical system of BMW vehicles has been subject to an ongoing development process over the last few years. This has led to increased demands being placed on the battery. This document covers important information for the dealer on how to handle Ã¢ÂÂdi…

Bulletin B611305 · Electrical System · Jan 2024

Upon opening and closing the tailgate, a creaking/groaning sound can be heard from tailgate actuator.

Bulletin B514616 · Structure · May 2023

After programming the head unit (HU-H2), activating the FSC (German word Freischaltcode) Enabling Codes repeatedly fails.

Bulletin B651523 · Electrical System · May 2023

The 3G network in the US has been shut down. This means that only the 4G network will be available. In the 4G network, voice calls will be transferred via the Voice over LTE (VoLTE) function. For this purpose, the SIM card must perform an IMS registration in t…

Bulletin B840822 · Electrical System, Equipment · Mar 2023

Exterior rear lights do not work.

Bulletin B630917 · Electrical System, Exterior Lighting · Mar 2023

After an automatic engine start (MSA start), the transmission intermittently goes into the Park "P" or Neutral "N" position without any customer influence.

Bulletin B122519 · Power Train · Dec 2022

For the eligible vehicles, BMW of North America, LLC (BMW NA) is extending the limited warranty for the vehicle's Fuel Injectors to 10 years/120,000 miles as determined by the vehicle's original in-service date.

Bulletin B010919 · Fuel System, Gasoline · Dec 2022

According to the customer, the airbag warning light was on, but it may not be illuminated when the vehicle arrives in the workshop. 1. ACSM fault code "930A60 - Seat occupancy detection, front passenger; malfunction" is stored. The fault may or may not current…

Bulletin B650414 · Back Over Prevention, Seats, Air Bags · Oct 2022

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the 328I XDRIVE AWD. Model-year data, not specific to one car.

2014 BMW 328i xdrive trims & engines on record

Trims

xDrive

Engines

2.0L 4-cyl 240 hp

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Other BMW 328i xdrive model years

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2014 BMW 328i xdrive — frequently asked questions

Does the 2014 BMW 328i xdrive have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists no safety-recall campaigns for the 2014 BMW 328i xdrive. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

What are the most common problems with the 2014 BMW 328i xdrive?

Across all 151 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are electrical system, engine, engine and engine cooling.

What is the 2014 BMW 328i xdrive safety rating?

NHTSA gives the 2014 BMW 328i xdrive an overall crash-test rating of 5 out of 5 stars (frontal 4★, side 5★, rollover 5★).

What gas mileage does the 2014 BMW 328i xdrive get?

The 2014 BMW 328i xdrive has a U.S. EPA estimate of 26 mpg combined (22 city / 32 highway).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.