BMW Recall 21V-907: Fuel system, diesel

Affected: 2013–2018 BMW 328d, 2014–2016 BMW 535d, 2015–2017 BMW X3 and 1 more. Filed with NHTSA on November 19, 2021, covering about 50,404 vehicles.

The problem

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2013-2018 328d, 328d xDrive, 2014-2018 328d Sports Wagon, 328d xDrive Sports Wagon, 2014-2016 535d, 535d xDrive, 2015 740Ld xDrive, 2015-2017 X3 xDrive28d SAV, and 2014-2017 X5 xDrive35d SAV diesel vehicles equipped with an Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) module with an integrated cooler. The EGR cooler may leak internally, causing coolant to mix with diesel engine soot, which could result in smoldering particles and a melting intake manifold.

The risk

A melting intake manifold increases the risk of a fire.

The fix

Dealers will replace the EGR cooler and inspect the intake manifold, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. This recall includes all vehicles previously recalled under 18V-755. Vehicles previously recalled under 18V-755 will need to have the new remedy performed for this recall. An interim owner notification letter was mailed on January 18, 2022. The remedy is expected to be available in June 2022. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 6, 2022. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign21V-907 (21V907000)
ManufacturerBMW of North America, LLC
ComponentFuel system, diesel
Report dateNovember 19, 2021
Owners notifiedJuly 6, 2022
Vehicles affected50,404
Initiated byManufacturer

Vehicles covered

Plus 1 other model/year combinations not covered on this site.

Owner complaints about the fuel & propulsion system

Frequently asked questions

Is the recall 21V-907 repair free?

Yes. BMW dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will replace the EGR cooler and inspect the intake manifold, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. This recall includes all vehicles previously recalled under 18V-755.

How do I know if my car is included?

Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 50,404 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.