This page covers 4 recalls and EPA fuel economy for the 2014 BMW 228i.
26–27 mpg combined
8.7–9 L/100km
Subcompact Cars
Fuel economy data from fueleconomy.gov (EPA / U.S. Dept. of Energy). Annual cost based on 15,000 mi/yr at 55% city driving and current fuel prices. MPG is U.S. gallons; L/100km converted. Ranges reflect the 2 tested variants for this model year.
The 2014 BMW 228i has 4 recalls, the most serious being two separate airbag inflator defects where a rupture can send sharp metal fragments into or out of the cabin, raising the risk of injury to occupants or bystanders.
One inflator issue affects the side airbags, and a separate one affects the head airbags, but both carry the same consequence if the inflator fails during deployment. There is also an electrical wiring connector defect that can cause a short and start a fire. On the fuel system side, the fuel pump can fail without warning and stall the engine, leaving the vehicle suddenly without power in traffic.
At a glance
What can fail
The head air bag inflator may fail at a weld joint, causing gas to leak or the inflator to rupture.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the head air bags at no cost.
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Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The electrical connector on the water pump may not be properly sealed, allowing water to enter and cause an electrical short circuit.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect the water pump, replace it and the connector if needed, and install a protective shield.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The head air bag inflator may crack at a weld joint, causing gas to leak or the inflator to rupture.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the head air bags at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The fuel pump contains improperly plated components that can degrade, causing the fuel pump to fail.
What the fix does
The dealer will replace the fuel pump at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
