Coolant leak inside egr module may cause fire
Defect Summary
Bmw of north america, llc (bmw) is recalling certain 2018 328d sportswagon, 328d xdrive sportswagon, 328d xdrive, and 328d 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.
Safety Consequence
Smoldering particles and a melting intake manifold increase the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the egr cooler, inspect and replace the intake manifold, if necessary, and clean the egr pipe connecting the cooler to the manifold, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed december 5, 2025. Owners may contact bmw customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Vehicle identification numbers (vins) involved in this recall will be searchable on nhtsa.gov beginning december 5, 2025. This recall is an expansion of previous recall number 21v907.
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FAQ: Recall 25V700000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 25V700000?
NHTSA recall 25V700000 was issued by Bmw Of North America, Llc on October 15, 2025. It addresses: Coolant leak inside egr module may cause fire. The recall affects approximately 112 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 25V700000 or the manufacturer campaign number shown above. 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: 2026-05-20. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.