2014 Bmw 328d Complaints

The contact owns a 2014 BMW 328D. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle entered LIMP Mode with the message "Engine Malfunction" displayed on the instrument panel. The contact used a scanner and retrieved a DTC for the high-pressure fuel pump failure. Upon investigation, the contact discovered NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V586000 (Fuel System, Diesel); and associated the failure with the recall. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, and the contact was informed that the VIN was not included in the recall. The manufacturer referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline to report the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 86,000.

The contact owns a 2014 BMW 328D. The contact stated while driving 55 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the contact’s parents’ residence. The dealer was contacted; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The dealer also informed the contact that the VIN was not included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V586000 (Fuel System, Diesel); and referred the contact to the manufacturer for further assistance. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline for further assistance. The approximate failure mileage was 91,000.

The contact owns a 2014 BMW 328D. The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle, the vehicle failed to start. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, where it was diagnosed with a failed high-pressure fuel pump and assembly. The contact was informed that the high-pressure fuel pump and assembly needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact referenced NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V586000 (Fuel System, Diesel); however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure, and a case was filed. The contact stated that the case was denied because of the age of the vehicle. The contact was advised to contact the NHTSA Hotline to report the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 177,010.

The contact owns a 2014 BMW 328D. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to an unknown dealer, where the oil filter housing was replaced due to an oil leak. After the repair, the contact drove to the residence and the vehicle was not driven the following few days. The dealer called the contact to inquire updates on the vehicle after the service. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer, where a diagnostic trouble code for the fuel rail sensor was retrieved. Upon inspection, the mechanic discovered metal inside the fuel system due to the high-pressure fuel pump failure. Upon investigation, the contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V586000 (Fuel System, Diesel); however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The vehicle was not repaired and remained at the dealer. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 140,000.

While operating a normal speed and tempature, the low pressure fuel retuen lone burst. Fuel sprayed throughout the engine bay to include the exhaust manifold. Had this been a gasoline car a fire could have ensued.