Recall 15V-189: 2014 BMW 228i, 2014 BMW 320i and 11 more
BMW of North America, LLC recall for fuel system, gasoline, reported to NHTSA on Mar 31, 2015, covering about 18,054 vehicles.
The problem
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.
The risk
If the fuel pump fails, the vehicle may stall without warning, increasing the risk of a crash.
The 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.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | BMW of North America, LLC |
|---|---|
| Component | Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Fuel Pump |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 15V189000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| BMW 228i | 2014 | All years |
| BMW 320i | 2014 | All years |
| BMW 320xi | 2014 | All years |
| BMW 328i | 2014 | All years |
| BMW 328xi | 2014 | All years |
| BMW 335i | 2014 | All years |
| BMW 335xi | 2014 | All years |
| BMW 428i | 2014, 2015 | All years |
| BMW 428xi | 2014, 2015 | All years |
| BMW 435i | 2014, 2015 | All years |
| BMW 435xi | 2014 | All years |
| BMW Active Hybrid 3 | 2014 | All years |
| BMW M235I | 2014 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 15V-189?
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.
How is recall 15V-189 fixed?
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.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.