2014 BMW 525D XDRIVE — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
0
Owner Complaints
1
Recall
7
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2014 BMW 525D XDRIVE
The 2014 BMW 525D XDRIVE has received a total of 0 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There has been 1 recall campaign affecting this vehicle, covering issues with EXTERIOR LIGHTING. 7 technical service bulletins have been issued by BMW of North America, LLC for this model year.
Recalls for the 2014 BMW 525D XDRIVE
NHTSA has recorded 1 recall for the 2014 BMW 525D XDRIVE, potentially affecting up to 13,443 vehicles.
Recall 15V188000 — EXTERIOR LIGHTING
| 13,443 vehicles affected
Defect: 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."
Consequence: The vehicle may be less visible to other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: 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.
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2014 BMW 525D XDRIVE
No complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2014 BMW 525D XDRIVE.
Safety Rating for the 2014 BMW 525D XDRIVE
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2014 BMW 525D XDRIVE in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2014 BMW 525D XDRIVE
BMW of North America, LLC has issued 7 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2014 BMW 525D XDRIVE. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
B512017 — STRUCTURE:EMERGENCY:ESCAPE/EGRESS/EXIT
"WINDOW FRAME TRIM OF FRONT DOOR IS DISPLACED. ? Noise detected upon closing door ? Damage to one or both window frame trims (front and rear door). CAUSE Front window frame trim is offset toward ""B"" pillar (as shown). Replace one or both window frame trim panels, if damaged."
B661316 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Erroneous Blind Spot Warnings. Orange triangle warning indicator, on exterior mirror, sporadically appears when there is no vehicle in warning zone. Control unit software error.
B840314 — EQUIPMENT
Bluetooth Connection Failures. There are various connectivity failures with the following devices: Apple iPhones Samsung S6 and the S6 Edge. Connectivity failure examples are: Call disconnection - Call is transferred back to the handset. In some instances the call is then transferred back to the vehicle. Contact List incomplete General...
B160116 — EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Location of Anti-Tampering Screws for SCR Components. Refer to the attachment for proper location of the screws. PDF attachment B160116_Location_of_anti-tamper_cover.
B340415 — SERVICE BRAKES
After Cold Start, Brake Booster Reservoir Vacuum Reduced. With an outside temperature below 14ºF, brake booster vacuum may be reduced after a cold start. The non-return valve in the vacuum line to the brake booster may stick at temperatures below 14ºF. Sufficient vacuum supply is available again at the brake...
511613 — EQUIPMENT
Bang & Olufsen Sound System: Loudspeaker Cover Rattles. The top center loudspeaker cover rattles when driving on rough roads. CAUSE Poor loudspeaker cover fitment to the speaker assembly.
130114 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL
SUBJECT N47T and N57T Diesels with SCR Efficiency Faults Stored. A. The Service Engine Soon lamp is on (MIL) with either or both of the following SCR efficiency faults stored in the DDE: * 26F500 - SCR system, efficiency: Efficiency too low * 26F600 - SCR system, efficiency: Efficiency too...
NHTSA Investigations for the 2014 BMW 525D XDRIVE
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the BMW 525D XDRIVE
- 2014 BMW 525D XDRIVE (current)