The Lemon Index2014 BMW 5 Series.
The 2014 BMW 5 Series is one of the most reliable years by owner complaints: 23 complaints in its first 3 years and a Lemon Index of 38, where 100 is the average car. Owners complain most about engine, it has 6 recalls, and it gets 19 to 30 mpg combined. The best BMW 5 Series year is 2016.
Before you buy. What matters most for this car.
How serious. Out of 148 owner complaints, owners reported:
Every BMW 5 Series year. 2014 is highlighted. Lower is better.
What owners complain about most. From owner complaints to the government.
Share of this year's owner complaints filed with NHTSA, not the share of cars that break. One complaint can name more than one area.
When owners reported problems. From owner complaints to the government.
Most owners who filed a complaint with NHTSA had 34K to 100K miles on the car (71 complaints listed the miles). This shows when people who had a problem reported it, not the odds that your car will have it.
- engine complaints mostly came at 7K–80K miles
- electrical complaints mostly came at 54K–107K miles
Recalls 6
- engine 2024
An improperly sealed electrical connector on the water pump may be exposed to water and short circuit.
- airbags 2024
Please see the recall report for the complete list of models.
- fuel system, diesel 2021
The EGR cooler may leak internally, causing coolant to mix with diesel engine soot, which could result in smoldering particles and a melting intake manifold.
Show all 6 recalls
- fuel system, diesel 2021
The high-pressure fuel pump may fail.
- engine 2018
If the EGR cooler leaks internally, the coolant can mix with diesel engine soot.
- lights 2015
The rear reflex reflectors may not reflect enough light.
Recall repairs are free at any dealer. A recall only matters if it's still open on that exact car, so check its VIN.
Problems BMW told dealers about
BMW sent dealers 422 repair notes for this car. The ones about its biggest problems:
- Engine Oil Quick Reference Chart and Drain Plug Torque: The current version of ISTA/D has an…
- "?n63, n63tu, n63r, s63 and s63tu engines: upper oil pan removal and installation repair…
- ?n63t and s63t engine: valve seal replacement
Ask a seller or mechanic if these were done. Some are free under warranty or a special program.
Government investigations
- OpenHigh pressure fuel pump failure2023
- OpenDesiccated air bag inflator rupture2021
- ClosedPedestrian alert sounds2023
NHTSA looks into a problem when enough owners report it. Many end in a recall.
Safety
Crash test details
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BMW 535 I 4 DR RWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
| BMW 535 I GT 4 DR RWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
Fuel cost and engines
About $3050–4200 a year in fuel (EPA estimate). Engines: 2.0L 4-cyl, 3.0L 6-cyl, 4.4L 8-cyl.
In owners' words
Engine valve failure , diagnosed at BMW -gallery ,norwood, ma , facility . The engine valve required full replacement . The car had been qualified as " lemon car " . Could not pass the state emission test .
2014 BMW 5 Series owner · NHTSA complaint 10606223
Quick answers
Is the 2014 BMW 5 Series reliable?
Yes, it is one of the most reliable by government complaints. It drew 2.6× fewer complaints than average filed with NHTSA in its first 3 years, per car sold (Lemon Index 38; 100 is average, lower is better). The best BMW 5 Series year by this measure is 2016.
What are the most common 2014 BMW 5 Series problems?
In owner complaints to the government, the parts named most are engine (26%), body structure (13%) and fuel or ev drive system (13%). That is the share of complaints, not the share of cars that break.
How many recalls does the 2014 BMW 5 Series have?
6 safety recalls (latest: engine). Recall repairs are free at any dealer; check a specific car's VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2014 BMW 5 Series get?
19 to 30 mpg combined, depending on the engine (EPA estimate).
Is the 2014 BMW 5 Series safe?
NHTSA gave it 5 out of 5 stars overall in its best tested version. Ratings differ by body style, and the full table is on the advanced page.
At what mileage do 2014 BMW 5 Series problems start?
Half of the owners who gave a mileage reported the problem between 34,000 and 100,000 miles. The middle report was at 59,000 miles, from 71 complaints.
Does the 2014 BMW 5 Series have transmission problems?
Transmission and drivetrain issues make up 13% of its owner complaints.
How much does the 2014 BMW 5 Series cost in fuel a year?
About $3050 to $4200 a year, by the EPA's current estimate.
What engines does the 2014 BMW 5 Series have?
2.0L 4-cyl, 3.0L 6-cyl, 4.4L 8-cyl.
What BMW 5 Series year is better than the 2014?
By owner complaints per car sold, the best recent years are 2016, 2015 and 2020.
Lemon Index = safety complaints filed with the U.S. government (NHTSA) in a car's first 3 years, per car sold, against the average car of the same model year. 100 is average; lower is better. A complaint is an owner's report, not a confirmed defect. How it works