Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified
Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.
| At 120,000 mi | Oxygen Sensor (replace) |
Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2014 428i.
The 2014 BMW 428i utilizes an S8 automatic transmission and an engine requiring 5.5 quarts of 0W-30, 0W-40, or 5W-30 oil. This model is rated by the EPA for 23/33/26 mpg. Its reliability profile includes three recalls and 36 total owner complaints, which are primarily concentrated in the electrical system and engine and engine cooling.
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 49 · 850 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 | 61216806755 |
| Front wiper blades | 61615A43587 |
| Thermostat | 11538636594 |
| Cabin air filter | 64116821995 alt 64119237555 |
Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.
| Transmission | Automatic (S8) |
| Overall length | 182.7 in |
| Overall width | 72 in |
| Overall height | 54.3 in |
| Wheelbase | 110.6 in |
| Curb weight | 3470 lb |
| Track (front / rear) | 61 / 62.6 in |
| Weight distribution (front / rear) | 50/50 |
| EPA city / highway / combined | 23 / 33 / 26 mpg |
| Drivetrain | Rear-Wheel Drive |
| Recommended fuel | Premium Gasoline |
0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.
Independent road tests for the 428i of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.
| Year | Trim / engine | 0–60 | ¼ mile | HP | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | Coupe 2.0L Turbo I-4 | 5.30 sec | 14.10 sec | 240 hp | RWD |
| 2015 | Gran Coupe 2.0L Turbo I-4 | 5.50 sec | 14.20 sec | 240 hp | RWD |
| 2015 | xDrive Coupe 2.0L Turbo I-4 | 5.50 sec | 14.20 sec | 240 hp | AWD |
Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.
This engine holds 5.5 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 | 2 Pints |
| Engine Oil | 0W-30 · 0W-40 · 5W-30 · 5W-40 |
| Engine Oil Capacity | 5.5 qt |
| Manual Transmission Fluid | BMW MTF part number 83227533818 |
| Manual Transmission Fluid Capacity | 2.5 |
| Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug | M12 Bolts: 18.0, M22 Bolts: 44.0 ft-lbs |
| Lug Nuts | 88 ft-lbs |
| Cylinder Firing Order | 1-3-4-2 |
| Spark Plug Manufacturer | BMW |
| Refrigerant | R134a |
| Refrigerant Capacity | 1.19-1.23 lbs |
| Oil Group | PAG |
| Oil Type | 46 |
| Standard BCI Group Number | 49 |
| Standard BCI Cranking Performance | 850 cca |
| Pressure Test | 21.7 psi |
| Radiator Cap Pressure Relief | 17-23 psi |
| Engine Compression | 101-145 psi |
| Minimum Pad Thickness | Front: 0.145; Rear: 0.145 pads |
| Vented Rotor Minimum Thickness for Replacement | Front w/11.81" |
| Variation from Parallelism Thickness Variation | Front: w/11.81" rotor, |
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 120,000 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 BMW 428i is the earliest year in the supplied federal record, so there is no prior model year to compare; against the only subsequent year shown, 2015, it looks comparatively better, with 36 complaints versus 76, 3 recalls versus 5, and 0 investigations versus 1, while TSB counts are nearly unchanged at 421 and 417. That pattern suggests reported federal-filed problems rose after the 2014 launch rather than fell, placing 2014 at the lower end of the two-year arc. The leading complaint areas are engine/engine cooling/electrical systems, engine alone, service brakes, and combined electrical/engine/fuel-propulsion issues, and the year recorded 5 crash-related complaints and 0 fire complaints. The data does not specify root causes, so the severity behind those reports is unclear. Given its lower complaint, recall, and investigation counts relative to 2015, the 2014 428i is the safer choice of the two years shown, provided a pre-purchase inspection focuses on engine, electrical, and brake systems.
All 36 complaints on record, top 8 components.
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.
Showing 2 of 6 campaigns on record for this vehicle.
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… 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…
BMW of North America LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2014 228i Coupe, M235i Coupe, 320i, 320xi, 328i, 328xi, 335i, 335xi, ActiveHybrid 3, 328xi Sports Wagon, 428i Coupe, 428xi Coupe, 435i Coupe, 435xi Coupe… Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. Owners were mailed interim notices on May 28, 2015. The recall began on July 6, 2015. Owners may…
Showing 5 of 421 bulletins on record with NHTSA.
| Bulletin | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| B061025 | 2025-02-27 | Steering | Right Tie Rod Return |
| B010722 | 2024-10-25 | Fuel/Propulsion System | Fuel tank limited warranty for leakage, due to defects in materials or workmanship, has… |
| B010322 | 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… |
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5.5 qt of 0W-30, 0W-40, 5W-30, 5W-40 OIL MEETING BMW SPECIFICATION LL01, per the factory manual.
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.
EPA figures are 23 city / 33 highway / 26 combined mpg.