The 2013 BMW 328D has 3 recalls, the most serious being an EGR module defect where the intake manifold can melt and catch fire.
The EGR cooler can overheat the intake manifold to the point where it softens and ignites, creating a fire risk in the engine bay. This issue has been filed under both the engine and fuel system, but it describes the same underlying defect. On the drivetrain side, this recall only affects xDrive models: the constant-velocity joint that transfers power between the transfer case and the rear driveshaft can wear and fail, cutting power to the rear wheels and reducing the driver's ability to maintain control of the vehicle.
At a glance
What can fail
The exhaust gas recirculation cooler can leak internally, allowing coolant to mix with engine soot and create smoldering particles that may melt the intake manifold.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the EGR cooler and inspect the intake manifold, replacing it if needed, at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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At a glance
What can fail
The constant-velocity joint that transfers power from the transfer case to the rear drive shaft may become damaged, causing loss of power to the rear wheels.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the constant-velocity joint and inspect the transfer case, replacing it if necessary, at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The EGR cooler can leak internally, allowing coolant to mix with diesel soot. High temperatures may cause these particles to smolder and damage the intake manifold.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect and replace the EGR cooler. If leakage already occurred, the intake manifold will also be replaced at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
