Does the 2015 BMW 535D have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2015 BMW 535D, the most recent reported on November 19, 2021 (Fuel system, diesel). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2015 BMW 535D?

Owners have filed 6 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is engine (2 complaints), followed by fuel system, diesel (2).

How many 2015 BMW 535D complaints mention a crash or fire?

0 of 6 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2015 BMW 535D recalls and problems

3 recalls and 6 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2015 BMW 535D.

recalls

owner complaints

complaints mentioning a crash

mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2015 BMW 535D recalls

Fuel system, diesel

NHTSA campaign 21V907000 · reported November 19, 2021 · BMW of North America, LLC · 50,404 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2013-2018 328d, 328d xDrive, 2014-2018 328d Sports Wagon, 328d xDrive Sports Wagon, 2014-2016 535d, 535d xDrive, 2015 740Ld xDrive, 2015-2017 X3 xDrive28d SAV, and 2014-2017 X5 xDrive35d SAV diesel vehicles equipped with an Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) module with an integrated cooler. 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.
The risk: A melting intake manifold increases the risk of a fire.
The fix: Dealers will replace the EGR cooler and inspect the intake manifold, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. This recall includes all vehicles previously recalled under 18V-755. Vehicles previously recalled under 18V-755 will need to have the new remedy performed for this recall. An interim owner notification letter was mailed on January 18, 2022. The remedy is expected to be available in June 2022. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 6, 2022. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Fuel system, diesel: delivery, fuel pump

NHTSA campaign 21V586000 · reported July 29, 2021 · BMW of North America, LLC · 11,216 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2014-2018 328d, 328d xDrive, X5 xDrive35d, 2014-2016 535d, 535d xDrive, 2015 740Ld xDrive, and 2015-2017 X3 xDrive28d vehicles. The high-pressure fuel pump may fail.
The risk: Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace the high-pressure fuel pump, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on January 14, 2022. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Engine and engine cooling: exhaust system, emission control, gas recirculation valve (egr valve)

NHTSA campaign 18V755000 · reported October 25, 2018 · BMW of North America, LLC · 44,368 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: 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.
The risk: The melting intake manifold can increase the risk of a fire.
The fix: 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.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

Engine2
Fuel system, diesel2
Fuel/propulsion system2

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Oct 14, 2024 · Fuel/propulsion system
The oxygen sensor on my 2015 BMW 535D Diesel has become faulty. BMW has extended the warranty on Oxygen sensor for diesel vehicles to 10 years OR 120,000 miles. My car is still within 10 year threshold, but at 137,000 miles. It seems BMW has set a mileage threshold exactly before the parts start malfunctioning. The…

Mar 21, 2023 · Fuel system, diesel · 100,000 miles
The contact owns a 2015 BMW 535D. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V907000 (Fuel System, Diesel) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made…

Sep 8, 2022 · Fuel system, diesel
The contact owns a 2015 BMW 535D. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V907000 (Fuel System, Diesel) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The dealer was not made aware of the issue. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time…

Aug 11, 2022 · Engine
My 2015 BMW 535d, VIN number: […] is failing post catalytic 02 sensors. I replaced both of the post-catalytic 02 sensors after 1,040 miles and failed again last week on August 3, 2022. I believe the root cause may be related to the NHTSA Recall Number 21V907. BMW North America has not provided a remedy since…

535D model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Fires
2014	4	58	3
2015	3	6	0
2016	5	9	1

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Questions

Does the 2015 BMW 535D have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2015 BMW 535D, the most recent reported on November 19, 2021 (Fuel system, diesel). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2015 BMW 535D?: Owners have filed 6 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is engine (2 complaints), followed by fuel system, diesel (2).
How many 2015 BMW 535D complaints mention a crash or fire?: 0 of 6 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received October 14, 2024.