Coolant leak within egr may cause fire
Defect Summary
Bmw of north america, llc (bmw) is recalling certain 2013-2018 bmw 328d and 328d xdrive, 2014-2018 328d sports wagon and 328d xdrive sports wagon, 2014-2016 535d and 535d xdrive, 2015 740ld xdrive, 2015-2017 x3 xdrive28d sav and 2014-2017 x5 xdrive35d sav vehicles equipped with an exhaust gas recirculation (egr) module with an integrated cooler. if the egr cooler leaks internally, the coolant can mix with diesel engine soot. the high egr temperatures may result in these particles possibly smoldering and melting the intake manifold.
Safety Consequence
The melting intake manifold can increase the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
Bmw will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the egr cooler as necessary. if a leak has already occurred, the engine intake manifold will also be replaced. these repairs will be made free of charge. the recall began may 13, 2019. owners may contact bmw customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
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FAQ: Recall 18V755000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 18V755000?
NHTSA recall 18V755000 was issued by Bmw Of North America, Llc on October 25, 2018. It addresses: Coolant leak within egr may cause fire. The recall affects approximately 44,368 vehicles, with the defect involving the Engine And Engine Cooling component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Bmw Of North America, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 18V755000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.