- The problem
- 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 models. The driver's air bag inflator may explode during deployment, due to a manufacturing defect.
- The risk
- An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, increasing the risk of injury or death.
- The fix
- The driver's front air bag will be replaced, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 6, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Vehicle safety record
2014 BMW 535I Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 2014 BMW 535I have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 2 recalls, the latest in July 2024 for the inflator module.
NHTSA data checked
DMore problems than a typical 535I year, for its age
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 2
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
2014 BMW 535I recalls 2
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
- The problem
- BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2013 528i, 528i xDrive, 535i, 535i xDrive, 550i, 550i xDrive, and ActiveHybrid 5 vehicles. The rear reflex reflectors may not reflect enough light. As such, the vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
- The risk
- The vehicle may be less visible to other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear reflex reflectors, free of charge. The recall began July 28, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
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BMW 535I: every year compared
All 535I years2014 BMW 535I vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 BMW 535I | 0 | 2 | D | |
| 2014 BMW 328D | 153 | 7 | F | Compare |
| 2014 BMW 328D Xdrive | 153 | 0 | - | Compare |
| 2014 BMW 328I Xdrive | 152 | 0 | C | Compare |
| 2014 BMW 328I Xdrive GT | 152 | 0 | - | Compare |
| 2014 BMW 328I | 152 | 9 | F | Compare |
| 2014 BMW 320I | 53 | 7 | F | Compare |
| 2014 BMW 320I Xdrive | 53 | 0 | - | Compare |
| 2014 BMW 335I Xdrive | 20 | 0 | C | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 2014 BMW 535I
Does the 2014 BMW 535I have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2014 BMW 535I: inflator module (July 2024); exterior lighting (March 2015). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
How many complaints has the 2014 BMW 535I had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
Is the 2014 BMW 535I a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 26 out of 100 (grade D: more problems than a typical BMW 535I year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which BMW 535I years have the most complaints?
1989 (6), 1991 (5), 1990 (2). See every BMW 535I year compared.
What should I do if my 2014 BMW 535I has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data