NHTSA Recall 21V586000: Fuel pump (fuel system)
BMW of North America, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 11,216 vehicles. It affects 5 models including the BMW 328D.
| NHTSA campaign | 21V586000 |
|---|---|
| Component | FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL › DELIVERY › FUEL PUMP |
| Report received | July 29, 2021 |
| Owner notification | January 14, 2022 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
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.
Safety risk
Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
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.
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.nhtsa.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 21V586000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| BMW 328D | 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018 |
| BMW 535D | 2014, 2015, 2016 |
| BMW 740LD | 2015 |
| BMW X3 | 2015, 2016, 2017 |
| BMW X5 | 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018 |
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.