The problem
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2014-2018 328d, 328d xDrive, X5 xDrive35d, 2014-2016 535d, 535d xDrive, 2015 740Ld xDrive, and 2015-2017 X3 xDrive28d vehicles. The high-pressure fuel pump may fail.
The risk
Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the high-pressure fuel pump, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on January 14, 2022. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 21V-586 (21V586000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | BMW of North America, LLC |
| Component | Fuel system, diesel › Delivery › Fuel pump |
| Report date | July 29, 2021 |
| Owners notified | January 14, 2022 |
| Vehicles affected | 11,216 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
- 2014 BMW 328d
- 2015 BMW 328d
- 2016 BMW 328d
- 2017 BMW 328d
- 2018 BMW 328d
- 2014 BMW 535d
- 2015 BMW 535d
- 2016 BMW 535d
- 2015 BMW X3
- 2016 BMW X3
- 2017 BMW X3
- 2014 BMW X5
- 2015 BMW X5
- 2016 BMW X5
- 2017 BMW X5
- 2018 BMW X5
Plus 1 other model/year combinations not covered on this site.
Owner complaints about the fuel & propulsion system
- 2014 BMW 328d fuel system problems 73
- 2015 BMW 328d fuel system problems 14
- 2016 BMW 328d fuel system problems 4
- 2017 BMW 328d fuel system problems 5
- 2018 BMW 328d fuel system problems 9
- 2014 BMW 535d fuel system problems 29
- 2015 BMW 535d fuel system problems 4
- 2016 BMW 535d fuel system problems 4
- 2015 BMW X3 fuel system problems 26
- 2016 BMW X3 fuel system problems 10
- 2017 BMW X3 fuel system problems 17
- 2014 BMW X5 fuel system problems 32
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 21V-586 repair free?
Yes. BMW dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will replace the high-pressure fuel pump, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on January 14, 2022. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 11,216 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.