https://plaincars.com/make/bmw-535d New NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for the BMW 535d. en-us Sun, 18 Oct 2026 04:35:37 GMT https://plaincars.com/make/bmw-535d https://plaincars.com/make/bmw-535d#complaint-2150509 Thu, 20 Nov 2025 00:00:00 GMT Component/system failed: High-pressure fuel pump (HPFP) failed, releasing metal swarf that contaminated the entire fuel system. Components are at Niello BMW Sacramento (2020 Fulton Ave, Sacramento CA 95825) and available for inspection upon request (RO #XXX includes tech photos of swarf).Safety risk: On October 10, 2025, while driving on the freeway at highway speed, the engine suddenly lost all p https://plaincars.com/make/bmw-535d https://plaincars.com/make/bmw-535d#complaint-2131088 Wed, 17 Sep 2025 00:00:00 GMT Hello, I have a 2014 BMW 535D, with only 46k miles. On September 14, 2025, my family experienced an unexpected and horrific incident that could have resulted with tragic consequences. This is not acceptable. While driving on the freeway at approximately 70 MPH, our vehicle completely malfunctioned in the fast lane and came to an abrupt stop. The thought of a vehicle traveling at a high rate of https://plaincars.com/make/bmw-535d https://plaincars.com/make/bmw-535d#complaint-2131089 Wed, 17 Sep 2025 00:00:00 GMT Hello, I have a 2014 BMW 535D, with only 46k miles. On September 14, 2025, my family experienced an unexpected and horrific incident that could have resulted with tragic consequences. This is not acceptable. While driving on the freeway at approximately 70 MPH, our vehicle completely malfunctioned in the fast lane and came to an abrupt stop. The thought of a vehicle traveling at a high rate of https://plaincars.com/make/bmw-535d https://plaincars.com/make/bmw-535d#complaint-2123000 Fri, 22 Aug 2025 00:00:00 GMT Car stalled at 119,000 miles giving no service codes or indications of need for service. Car stalled again at 122,000 miles and would not restart. BMW specialist found high pressure fuel pump failure and contamination of all surrounding fuel system components. Research into this issue shows a systemic failure of the high pressure fuel pumps on these vehicles but this particular VIN number is not s https://plaincars.com/make/bmw-535d https://plaincars.com/make/bmw-535d#complaint-2115163 Tue, 29 Jul 2025 00:00:00 GMT On [XXX], the coolant connector flange on my 2016 BMW 535d (VIN: [XXX] ) catastrophically failed, causing complete coolant loss. I immediately contacted BMW of Las Vegas and was instructed to drive it in despite fluid visibly leaking through the undercarriage. The next day, [XXX], BMW performed Recall 21V-907 (EGR cooler replacement), which involved draining and reconnecting the coolant circuit—bu https://plaincars.com/make/bmw-535d https://plaincars.com/make/bmw-535d#complaint-2089218 Mon, 05 May 2025 00:00:00 GMT High pressure fuel pump failed … theres a recall for some exact model of cars but mines not on the list https://plaincars.com/make/bmw-535d https://plaincars.com/make/bmw-535d#complaint-2082655 Mon, 14 Apr 2025 00:00:00 GMT The contact owns a 2016 BMW 535D. The contact stated while driving approximately 25 MPH, the vehicle experienced a loss of motive power. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was towed to a local dealer where it was diagnosed with high-pressure fuel pump failure. The vehicle was left at the local dealer, where it remained for further repairs. The vehicle was not repaired. Upon further in https://plaincars.com/make/bmw-535d https://plaincars.com/make/bmw-535d#complaint-2080152 Fri, 04 Apr 2025 00:00:00 GMT Valve cover leak Oil filter housing leak Super common that these items leak in the bmw N57 diesel engines. Increased risk of fire. I am in the Facebook group with many other owners of the same engine, and almost everyone runs into the same problems by 100,000 miles. https://plaincars.com/make/bmw-535d https://plaincars.com/make/bmw-535d#complaint-2043314 Tue, 26 Nov 2024 00:00:00 GMT My car keeps indicating that my battery is low because it is discharging after car is turned off. I kept smelling a burning smell and finally discovered that my battery was burning a hole in my trunk lining. The battery has melted the plastic covering the positive terminal on the left side. And it was smoking on fire when I opened my trunk. https://plaincars.com/make/bmw-535d https://plaincars.com/make/bmw-535d#complaint-2043315 Tue, 26 Nov 2024 00:00:00 GMT My car keeps indicating that my battery is low because it is discharging after car is turned off. I kept smelling a burning smell and finally discovered that my battery was burning a hole in my trunk lining. The battery has melted the plastic covering the positive terminal on the left side. And it was smoking on fire when I opened my trunk. https://plaincars.com/make/bmw-535d https://plaincars.com/make/bmw-535d#complaint-2043316 Tue, 26 Nov 2024 00:00:00 GMT My car keeps indicating that my battery is low because it is discharging after car is turned off. I kept smelling a burning smell and finally discovered that my battery was burning a hole in my trunk lining. The battery has melted the plastic covering the positive terminal on the left side. And it was smoking on fire when I opened my trunk. https://plaincars.com/make/bmw-535d https://plaincars.com/make/bmw-535d#complaint-2036605 Wed, 30 Oct 2024 00:00:00 GMT The contact owns 2014 BMW 535D. The contact stated while driving 75 MPH, the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was steered to the side of the roadway. The vehicle was not able to be restarted. The vehicle was then towed to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the high-pressure fuel pump needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign https://plaincars.com/make/bmw-535d https://plaincars.com/make/bmw-535d#complaint-2032339 Mon, 14 Oct 2024 00:00:00 GMT The oxygen sensor on my 2015 BMW 535D Diesel has become faulty. BMW has extended the warranty on Oxygen sensor for diesel vehicles to 10 years OR 120,000 miles. My car is still within 10 year threshold, but at 137,000 miles. It seems BMW has set a mileage threshold exactly before the parts start malfunctioning. The faulty oxygen sensors cause very bad fuel consumption. The mileage warranty thresho https://plaincars.com/make/bmw-535d https://plaincars.com/make/bmw-535d#complaint-2032340 Mon, 14 Oct 2024 00:00:00 GMT The oxygen sensor on my 2015 BMW 535D Diesel has become faulty. BMW has extended the warranty on Oxygen sensor for diesel vehicles to 10 years OR 120,000 miles. My car is still within 10 year threshold, but at 137,000 miles. It seems BMW has set a mileage threshold exactly before the parts start malfunctioning. The faulty oxygen sensors cause very bad fuel consumption. The mileage warranty thresho https://plaincars.com/make/bmw-535d https://plaincars.com/make/bmw-535d#complaint-2010736 Thu, 25 Jul 2024 00:00:00 GMT HIGH PRESSURE FUEL PUMP HAS SUDDENLY FAILED CAUSING A IMMEDIATE ENGINE STALL WITHOUT WARNING. WILL NOT RESTART EVEN THOUGH IT DOES TURN OVER. CODE READS LOW FUEL PRESSURE AT FUEL RAIL. FUEL TANK LIFT PUMP IS WORKING CORRECTLY. THERE IS A RECALL FOR SOME 2014 TO 2016 535D FOR THIS FAILURE. WHY IS MINE NOT COVERED? 122,400 MILES. https://plaincars.com/make/bmw-535d https://plaincars.com/make/bmw-535d#complaint-2008676 Thu, 18 Jul 2024 00:00:00 GMT The contact owns a 2014 BMW 535d Sedan. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 40 MPH, the contact observed hear emanating from the engine compartment. The contact stated that the temperature gauge remained hot (H). The vehicle was pulled to the side of the road and the contact stated that she observed smoke emanating from the engine compartment and she exited the vehicle. A passer https://plaincars.com/make/bmw-535d https://plaincars.com/make/bmw-535d#recall-24V527000-bmw-bmw-535d-2014 Thu, 11 Jul 2024 00:00:00 GMT BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2015 6 Series Gran Coupe, 2014 5 Series Gran Turismo, 2014 5 Series Sedan, 2015 6 Series Convertible, 2015 6 Series Coupe, 2014 X5, 2013-2014 X3, 2014-2015 3 Series Sedan, 2014 4 Series Coupe, 2014 4 Series Convertible, 2014 3 Series Gran Turismo, and 2015 4 Series Gran Coupe vehicles. Please see the recall report for the complete list of model https://plaincars.com/make/bmw-535d https://plaincars.com/make/bmw-535d#complaint-1942830 Mon, 13 Nov 2023 00:00:00 GMT The contact owns a 2014 BMW 535d. The contact stated while stopped at an intersection, and about to make a left hand turn onto a cross street, the vehicle stalled. The contact stated that a message stated the vehicle had turned itself appeared on the instrument cluster. The contact had made multiple attempts to restart the vehicle but was unable. The contact had the vehicle towed to a local dealer https://plaincars.com/make/bmw-535d https://plaincars.com/make/bmw-535d#complaint-1937016 Thu, 19 Oct 2023 00:00:00 GMT The contact owns a 2014 BMW 535D. The contacted stated that while driving approximately 60 MPH, the "200 Mile No Start" light illuminated. The contact drove the vehicle to a dealer where it was diagnosed and determined that there was a software error in the DDE/ECM which a required reprogramming the ECM. The contact was advised by the dealer that the vehicle was no longer under warranty. The vehic https://plaincars.com/make/bmw-535d https://plaincars.com/make/bmw-535d#complaint-1932444 Mon, 02 Oct 2023 00:00:00 GMT In July 2023, on the interstate in Des Moines during rush hour traffic, the car suddenly lurched once and abruptly stalled. We were in the passing lane with no chance to cross 3 lanes of traffic, so I coasted onto the left shoulder. We were towed to the BMW dealership where we were eventually informed of a “catastrophic” failure of the fuel system requiring complete replacement. This was not an https://plaincars.com/make/bmw-535d https://plaincars.com/make/bmw-535d#complaint-1930533 Mon, 25 Sep 2023 00:00:00 GMT BOSCH CP4 HPFP failed and released metal shavings throughout all fuel lines, injectors and gas tank. BMW had a recall for 12K vehicles but mine was not on the recall list and BMW cannot explain why given that my fuel pump exploded like so many other BOSCH CP4 pumps. I am not in at least 7K in repairs to replace all the fuel lines, pumps and injectors that the faulty part ruined. I believe BMW knew https://plaincars.com/make/bmw-535d https://plaincars.com/make/bmw-535d#complaint-1930534 Mon, 25 Sep 2023 00:00:00 GMT BOSCH CP4 HPFP failed and released metal shavings throughout all fuel lines, injectors and gas tank. BMW had a recall for 12K vehicles but mine was not on the recall list and BMW cannot explain why given that my fuel pump exploded like so many other BOSCH CP4 pumps. I am not in at least 7K in repairs to replace all the fuel lines, pumps and injectors that the faulty part ruined. I believe BMW knew https://plaincars.com/make/bmw-535d https://plaincars.com/make/bmw-535d#complaint-1900175 Tue, 06 Jun 2023 00:00:00 GMT My car has a coolant leak coming from the plastic pipe underneath the manifold. The BMW dealership said this is a common issue with the bmw. You should definitely do a recall on this issue. It costs $1585 to fox a $30 defective part on these cars. https://plaincars.com/make/bmw-535d https://plaincars.com/make/bmw-535d#complaint-1900176 Tue, 06 Jun 2023 00:00:00 GMT My car has a coolant leak coming from the plastic pipe underneath the manifold. The BMW dealership said this is a common issue with the bmw. You should definitely do a recall on this issue. It costs $1585 to fox a $30 defective part on these cars. https://plaincars.com/make/bmw-535d https://plaincars.com/make/bmw-535d#complaint-1898169 Mon, 29 May 2023 00:00:00 GMT Engine coolant leaking and I only have 68500 miles. https://plaincars.com/make/bmw-535d https://plaincars.com/make/bmw-535d#complaint-1897969 Sun, 28 May 2023 00:00:00 GMT This BMW was sold to with a faulty condition with a faulty engine. No lights ever came on . Although there was a bad engine. https://plaincars.com/make/bmw-535d https://plaincars.com/make/bmw-535d#complaint-1890762 Wed, 26 Apr 2023 00:00:00 GMT On/around 4/24/2023, I was driving home at approximately 35mph when I heard a loud noise under the car as if I had run over something. I was able to safely pull into a parking lot and immediately shut off the engine. The vehicle was hard to steer but I managed to do it. There were no warning lamps or messages and the control center said "all systems are okay" I looked under the car and saw a si https://plaincars.com/make/bmw-535d https://plaincars.com/make/bmw-535d#complaint-1890763 Wed, 26 Apr 2023 00:00:00 GMT On/around 4/24/2023, I was driving home at approximately 35mph when I heard a loud noise under the car as if I had run over something. I was able to safely pull into a parking lot and immediately shut off the engine. The vehicle was hard to steer but I managed to do it. There were no warning lamps or messages and the control center said "all systems are okay" I looked under the car and saw a si https://plaincars.com/make/bmw-535d https://plaincars.com/make/bmw-535d#complaint-1884408 Fri, 31 Mar 2023 00:00:00 GMT 2014 BMW 535 d THE SEATBELT BUCKLE DOE BNOT ENGAGED https://plaincars.com/make/bmw-535d https://plaincars.com/make/bmw-535d#complaint-1884260 Thu, 30 Mar 2023 00:00:00 GMT Vehicle stalled at 60mph in free way without giving any check engine lights. I barely was able to pull over safely which could have ended in a big accident. This is a High Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP) failure as stated in recalls for these same vehicle model and years 2014-2018. Need to assure BMW takes responsibility for all vehicles to assure that this failure is avoided in all vehicles and not in