NHTSA Recall 14V627000: Vacuum (service brakes) and hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (service brakes)
BMW of North America, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 8,988 vehicles. It affects 7 models including the BMW 320I.
| NHTSA campaign | 14V627000 |
|---|---|
| Components | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC › POWER ASSIST › VACUUM; SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC › POWER ASSIST › VACUUM › HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS |
| Report received | October 7, 2014 |
| Owner notification | December 2, 2014 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
BMW of North America LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2014 BMW 328i xDrive Sports Wagon, 2012-2014 BMW 320i Sedan, 328i Sedan, 320i xDrive Sedan, 328i xDrive Sedan, 2012-2013 BMW 528i Sedan, 528i xDrive Sedan, 2013-2014 BMW X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i Sports Activity Vehicle, 2013-2014 BMW X3 xDrive28i Sports Activity Vehicle, 2012-2014 BMW Z4 sDrive28i Roadster, and 2014 BMW 428i Coupe, and 428i xDrive Coupe. Due to insufficient lubrication, the vacuum pump that supplies brake power assistance may fail. Note: This recall is an expansion of recall 13V-454.
Safety risk
A failure of the brake vacuum pump results in a reduction in braking power that could increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will install a locking ring in the camshaft to retain the camshaft seal disk in the proper location, free of charge. The recall began on December 2, 2014. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 14V627000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| BMW 320I | 2012, 2013, 2014 |
| BMW 328I | 2012, 2013, 2014 |
| BMW 428I | 2014 |
| BMW 528I | 2012, 2013 |
| BMW X1 Sav | 2013, 2014 |
| BMW X3 | 2013, 2014 |
| BMW Z4 | 2012, 2013, 2014 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.