2018 BMW 328D
Only 10 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 10 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 10
- Recalls
- 4
- Investigations
- 2
- Top problem
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Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2018
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2018: 10 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 |
| 2014 | 152 |
| 2015 | 27 |
| 2016 | 10 |
| 2017 | 12 |
| 2018 | 10 |
Known problem areas
Only 10 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Fuel system, diesel
5 of 10 total reports mention: fuel system, diesel, most commonly citing fuel pump.
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The contact owns a 2018 BMW 328D. The contact stated while driving 50 MPH, the vehicle started shuddering significantly. The contact was able to pull over and the check engine warning light illuminated.
NHTSA ODI report, 2025-01-23
The contact owns a 2018 BMW 328D. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start up without warning. Due to the failure, the contact had the vehicle towed to an independent mechanic who was unable to diagnose the failure.
NHTSA ODI report, 2021-10-26
The contact owns a 2018 BMW 328D. The contact stated while driving 50 MPH, the vehicle inadvertently stalled. An unknown warning light illuminated the instrument panel. The contact veered to the side of the road.
NHTSA ODI report, 2021-10-01
Fuel/propulsion system
4 of 10 total reports mention: fuel/propulsion system.
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While driving down the road my car gave me a notification âDRIVETRAIN MALFUNCTIONâ said full engine output not available then it just stopped and shut off (limp mode) it has done this multiple times and the shop says that it may be the High...
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-08-22
Also filed under Power train
Car just shut off when driving at 65mph and never started back up, took it in and repair was a bad fuel pump and fuel rail line causing metal shards to go through fuel tank and injectors.
NHTSA ODI report, 2025-06-29
Also filed under Power train
Car was in motion on a street. Engine stalled. Car wouldn't start. Towed to BMW dealership. Catastrophic high pressure fuel pump failure at approximately 7400 miles. Metal shavings throughout entire fuel system.
NHTSA ODI report, 2019-09-18
Power train
2 of 10 total reports mention: power train.
Engine
1 of 10 total reports mentions: engine.
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Engine seized on freeway. Car has 99,000 miles. Dealership says engine seized and has to be replaced at a higher cost than the car is worth. Unknown warning lights.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-08-30
Safety timeline
4 recalls · 2 investigations · oldest first
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2019-05-13Engine and engine cooling18V755000 BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2013-2018 BMW 328d and 328d xDrive, 2014-2018 328d Sports Wagon and 328d xDrive Sports Wagon, 2014-2016 535d and 535d xDrive, 2015 740Ld xDrive, 2015-2017 X3 xDrive28d SAV and 2014-2017 X5...
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the EGR cooler as necessary. If a leak has already occurred, the engine intake manifold will also be replaced. These repairs will be made free of charge. The recall began May 13, 2019.
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2021-09-17Engineering analysisOpen Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture
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2022-01-14Fuel system, diesel21V586000 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.
Remedy: 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.
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2022-07-06Fuel system, diesel21V907000 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...
Remedy: 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.
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2023-03-17Engineering analysisOpen High pressure fuel pump failure
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2025-12-08Engine and engine cooling, fuel system, diesel25V700000 BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018 328D SportsWagon, 328D xDrive SportsWagon, 328D xDrive, and 328D diesel vehicles equipped with an exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) module with an integrated cooler.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the EGR cooler, inspect and replace the intake manifold, if necessary, and clean the EGR pipe connecting the cooler to the manifold, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed December 5, 2025.
Buy-smart checklist
2018 BMW 328D — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Fuel system, diesel: 5 reports on file for this year.
- Fuel/propulsion system: 4 reports on file for this year.
- Power train: 2 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 18V755000 · Engine and engine cooling
- Recall 21V586000 · Fuel system, diesel
- Recall 21V907000 · Fuel system, diesel
- Recall 25V700000 · Engine and engine cooling, fuel system, diesel
FAQ
- Is the 2018 BMW 328D reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 2018 BMW 328D?
- The most-reported component is fuel system, diesel, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2018 BMW 328D have?
- 4 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.