Model year guide

2015 BMW 428i

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2015 BMW 428i is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 414 on record.

2015 BMW 428i — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2015 BMW 428i at a glance

Safety recalls5
Owner complaints77
Combined25–27 mpg
Typical price$18,661

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

2015 BMW 428i recalls 5

Electrical System:wiring:connectors/plugs/receptacles NHTSA Campaign #24V608000 · 13/08/2024

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 water and short ci…

Fix: 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.

Air Bags:frontal:driver Side:inflator Module NHTSA Campaign #24V527000 · 11/07/2024

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2015 6 Series Gran Coupe, 2014 5 Series Gran Turismo, 2014 5 Series Sedan, 2015 6 Series Convertible, 2015 6 Series Coupe, 2014 X5, 2013-2014 X3, 2014-2015 3 Series Sedan, 2014 4 Series Coupe, 2014 4 Series Convertible, 2014 3 Series Gran Turismo, and 2015 4 Series Gran Coupe vehicles. Please see the recall report for the complete list of models. The driver's air …

Fix: The driver's front air bag will be replaced, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 6, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Air Bags:side/window NHTSA Campaign #24V288000 · 24/04/2024

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2014-2015 2 Series Coupe (228i, 228i xDrive, M235i), 3 Series Sedan (320i, 320i xDrive, 328i, 328i xDrive, 335i, 335i xDrive, M3, 328d, 328d xDrive), 4 Series Coupe (428i, 428i xDrive, 435i, 435i xDrive, M4), and 2015 4 Series Gran Coupe (428i, 428i xDrive, 435i, 435i xDrive) vehicles. The head air bag inflator may fail at the weld joint, which can cause gas to le…

Fix: Dealers will replace the head air bags, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 4, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:fuel Pump NHTSA Campaign #15V189000 · 31/03/2015

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 compo…

Fix: 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.

Air Bags NHTSA Campaign #15V148000 · 13/03/2015

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2015 428i Convertible, 428i xDrive Convertible, 435i Convertible, and 435i xDrive Convertible vehicles manufactured October 22, 2014, to February 27, 2015. Due to a programming error, the driver's front air bag deployment timing may be incorrect. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS…

Fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the air bag control module with corrected software version, free of charge. The recall began May 11, 2015. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

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.

2015 BMW 428i common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 77 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 And Engine Cooling
Check coolant level and color, look for leaks, and confirm the engine reaches normal temperature without overheating.
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.
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.
Service Brakes
Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.
Fuel/propulsion System
Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.

2015 BMW 428i MPG & running costs

Combined25–27 mpg
City22 mpg
Highway33 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,157
EPA size classCompact Cars
TransmissionAutomatic (S8) or Manual 6-spd
Forced inductionTurbocharged
Engine start-stopYes
Passenger volume92 cu ft
Cargo volume12 cu ft
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$3,786 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 7 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.

What's a 2015 BMW 428i worth?

Low
$15,999
Typical price
$18,661
High
$21,995

From 9 comparable 2015 BMW 428i listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2015 BMW 428i costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$15,785
Fuel only$15,785
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 1

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

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

Manufacturer service bulletins 418

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 418.

The coverage period for qualifying lower rear side panel water drain repair that addresses the issues described in the Service Information Bulletin has been extended to 15 years / 150,000 miles, as determined from the original first in-service / delivery date.

Bulletin B010826 · Structure · Sep 2026

Inlet Hose Return

Bulletin B062626 · Engine · May 2026

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

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 B010322 · 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 “di…

Bulletin B611305 · Electrical System · Jan 2024

The paint finish on the door jamb (above the door striker) is scratched due to the inner door cavity window seal.

Bulletin B513218 · Structure · Nov 2023

?The front seat will not calibrate/initialize, and the stored faults cannot be deleted.

Bulletin B520121 · Seats · Aug 2023

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

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the 428I RWD. Model-year data, not specific to one car.

2015 BMW 428i trims & engines on record

Trims
Gran Coupe · xDrive · xDrive GC
Engines
2.0L 4-cyl 241 hp · 2.0L 4-cyl 240 hp

2015 BMW 428i vehicles on record

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Other BMW 428i model years

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2015 BMW 428i — frequently asked questions

Does the 2015 BMW 428i have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns for the 2015 BMW 428i. 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 2015 BMW 428i?

Across all 77 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are electrical system, engine and engine cooling, engine.

What gas mileage does the 2015 BMW 428i get?

The 2015 BMW 428i has U.S. EPA estimates of 25–27 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (7 versions).

How much is a 2015 BMW 428i worth?

Comparable 2015 BMW 428i listings run roughly $15,999–$21,995, typically around $18,661 (from 9 vehicles).

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