Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified
Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.
| At 150,000 mi | Oxygen Sensor (replace) |
Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2014 328i xDrive.
The 2014 BMW 328i xDrive is an all-wheel-drive SUV that pairs BMW's eight-speed automatic (S8) transmission with EPA ratings of 22/32/26 mpg. Routine oil service calls for 6.9 quarts of 0W-30, 0W-40, or 5W-30. In the 2011-2015 model complaint record, the 2014 model sits well below the 2011 peak of 678 complaints and near the 2015 low of 123, logging 150 owner complaints, eight recalls, and the most common problem areas reported as engine and engine cooling and the electrical system.
Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.
Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.
From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 94R · 800 CCA battery, OE oil filter 11428683168. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.
| Engine oil filter | 11428683168 alt 11428637821 |
| Engine air filter | 13718507320 alt 13718511668 |
| Spark plug | 12120039664 |
| Battery | 61217635788 alt 61217598775 |
| Front wiper blades | 61615A43585 |
| Cabin air filter | 64119237555 alt 64116821995 |
Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.
| Transmission | Automatic (S8) |
| Overall length | 182.3 in |
| Overall width | 71.3 in |
| Overall height | 56.3 in |
| Wheelbase | 110.6 in |
| Curb weight | 3594 lb |
| Track (front / rear) | 60.6 / 62.2 in |
| Weight distribution (front / rear) | 50/50 |
| EPA city / highway / combined | 22 / 32 / 26 mpg |
| Drivetrain | All-Wheel Drive |
| Passenger volume | 96 cu ft |
| Cargo volume | 13 cu ft |
| Recommended fuel | Premium Gasoline |
Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.
This engine holds 6.9 qt of 0W-30 / 0W-40 / 5W-30 engine oil, DOT 4 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 88 ft-lbs, the oil drain plug to M12 Bolts: 18.0, M22 Bolts: 44.0 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-3-4-2. Note the cylinder-head bolts finish on a torque angle (torque-to-yield) — they stretch permanently and should be replaced, not reused, during any head service.
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | BMW part number 83222152426 |
| Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity | 10.5-11.5 |
| Brake Fluid | DOT 4 |
| Differential Gear Oil Capacity | 1.8 Pints |
| Differential Gear Oil Capacity | 1.2 Pints |
| Engine Oil | 0W-30 · 0W-40 · 5W-30 · 5W-40 |
| Engine Oil Capacity | 6.9 qt |
| Manual Transmission Fluid | BMW MTF part number 83220309031 |
| Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug | M12 Bolts: 18.0, M22 Bolts: 44.0 ft-lbs |
| Lug Nuts | 88 ft-lbs |
| Transfer Case Fill Plug | 24.0 ft-lbs |
| Transfer Case Drain Plug | 15.0 ft-lbs |
| Front Wheel Hub | 310 ft-lbs |
| Cylinder Firing Order | 1-3-4-2 |
| Spark Plug Manufacturer | BMW |
| Refrigerant | R134a |
| Refrigerant Capacity | 1.19-1.40 lbs |
| Oil Group | PAG |
| Oil Type | 46 |
| Oil Capacity | 5.70-7.00 oz |
| Standard BCI Group Number | 94R |
| Standard BCI Cranking Performance | 800 cca |
| Optional BCI Group Number | 49 |
| Pressure Test | 29 psi |
| Radiator Cap Pressure Relief | 18-22 psi |
| Engine Compression | 101-145 psi |
| Brake Application | WITH FN3 |
| Torque to Knuckle | 81 ft-lbs |
| Minimum Pad Thickness | Front: 0.145; Rear: 0.145 pads |
| Brake Application | WITH FN3 |
| Rotor Nominal Thickness From | 0.866 in |
| Rotor Nominal Thickness To | 0.866 in |
| Rotor Discard at or Under | 0.803 in |
Prep Do not reuse old bolts
| 1 | 22.0 ft. lbs. | 22 ft. lbs |
| 2 | 90 degrees | 90 degrees |
| 3 | Bolts 1-10 90 degrees | 90 degrees |
| 4 | 45 degrees | 45 degrees |
Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.
| At 150,000 mi | Oxygen Sensor (replace) |
Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.
The 2014 model year recorded 150 complaints, which is markedly lower than the 678 complaints in 2011 and the 313 complaints in 2013, yet slightly higher than the 145 complaints in 2012 and close to the 123 complaints in 2015. Recalls for 2014 stood at 8, exceeding the 6 recalls in 2013 but falling short of the 10‑11 recalls seen in 2011‑2012 and remaining above the 4 recalls in 2015. Investigations were steady at 2 for 2012‑2014, while technical service bulletins decreased from a peak of 667 in 2013 to 527 in 2014 before dropping further to 459 in 2015. The leading complaint categories for 2014 were Engine & Engine Cooling/Electrical System (23), Engine (15), and Service Brakes (13), with 19 crash‑related and 1 fire‑related complaints noted. Overall, 2014 sits below the early‑generation complaint and recall peaks and aligns with the later‑generation low, suggesting it is a comparatively reliable year to consider among the 2011‑2015 BMW 328i xDrive lineup.
All 150 complaints on record, top 8 components.
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.
No recall campaigns on record with NHTSA for this vehicle as of the last data refresh.
Showing 5 of 527 bulletins on record with NHTSA.
| Bulletin | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| B010722 | 2024-10-25 | Fuel/Propulsion System | Fuel tank limited warranty for leakage, due to defects in materials or workmanship, has… |
| B510819 | 2024-01-16 | Electrical System | The basic conditions for initializing the power windows are not met. |
| B611305 | 2024-01-11 | Electrical System | The electrical system of BMW vehicles has been subject to an ongoing development process… |
| B514616 | 2023-05-01 | Structure | Upon opening and closing the tailgate, a creaking/groaning sound can be heard from… |
| B651523 | 2023-05-01 | Electrical System | After programming the head unit (HU-H2), activating the FSC (German word Freischaltcode)… |
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6.9 qt of 0W-30, 0W-40, 5W-30, 5W-40 OIL MEETING BMW SPECIFICATION LL01, per the factory manual.
NHTSA lists 8 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.
EPA figures are 22 city / 32 highway / 26 combined mpg.