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Campaign 14V627 Posted October 7, 2014 8,988 units

2012-2014 BMW Recall 14V627: Brake Vacuum Pump

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Reviewed by the RecallNotify editorial team
Published June 1, 2026

Recall 14V627 covers 8,988 2012-2014 BMW vehicles for brake vacuum pump failure. Repair is free at any franchised BMW dealer.

BMW is recalling 8,988 2012-2014 vehicles, including the X1 Sav, 328I, and Z4, because insufficient lubrication can cause the brake vacuum pump to fail. A failed pump reduces braking assist and can increase crash risk, and the BMW dealer repair will be free once available.

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What's wrong?

The vacuum pump on these 2012-2014 BMW X1 Sav, 528I, 320I, 328I, Z4, X3, and 428I vehicles helps supply brake power assistance. That assist uses vacuum pressure so the brake pedal does not rely only on your leg force when you slow or stop the vehicle.

In affected BMW vehicles, the pump does not get enough lubrication. Without enough lubrication, internal pump parts wear or bind, and the pump can fail to supply the vacuum needed for brake assist. The brake system is still the service brake system, but the power-assist help is reduced or lost, so the pedal can feel much harder and stopping takes more effort.

There is no warning sign before failure. If the pump stops assisting, the change shows up at the brake pedal as a harder pedal and reduced brake assist, rather than a clear advance warning.

Who's affected?

BMW lists 7 model lines across the 2012-2014 model years, with hydraulic brake hose and hydraulic brake system components called out separately.

2013 BMW X1 Sav hydraulic brake hose
2013 BMW X1 Sav hydraulic brake system
2013 BMW 528I hydraulic brake hose
2013 BMW 528I hydraulic brake system
2014 BMW 320I hydraulic brake hose
Units affected8,988

The year and model narrow the list, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific vehicle is included.

What's the safety risk?

A failed brake vacuum pump reduces braking power and can increase the risk of a crash. If your VIN is included, drive cautiously, leave more room to stop, and arrange dealer service soon. Repair will be free at any franchised BMW dealer once available.

What should I do?

  1. Check your VIN to confirm your 2012-2014 BMW 320I, 328I, 428I, 528I, X1 Sav, X3, or Z4 is included in this recall.
  2. Contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 if you have not received the owner notice BMW mailed on December 2, 2014.
  3. Contact a franchised BMW dealer and ask about the free camshaft locking-ring repair that keeps the seal disk in place so the brake vacuum pump keeps power assist.
  4. Reference recall number 14V627 when you call the dealer.
  5. Drive with extra following distance until the repair is complete because reduced brake power assist increases stopping effort.

What happens at the repair

BMW's filing identifies the dealer fix: a BMW technician installs a locking ring in the camshaft so the camshaft seal disk stays in the proper location. That repair addresses the seal disk movement tied to vacuum pump lubrication and brake assist concerns. The dealer repair will be free once available, with parts and labor covered under the recall. Ask the BMW service desk to confirm the campaign number and the repair instructions for your VIN before the appointment is set.

Timeline

October 7, 2014 NHTSA published the recall
December 2, 2014 Owner notification mailed

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 14V627?

Recall 14V627 covers 8,988 2012-2014 BMW X1 Sav, 528I, 320I, 328I, Z4, X3, and 428I vehicles with a brake vacuum pump lubrication problem. If the pump fails, braking power is reduced and crash risk increases. BMW dealers install a locking ring for free.

What should I do if my 2012-2014 BMW X1 Sav, 528I, 320I, 328I, Z4, X3, or 428I is on this recall?

Check your VIN to confirm your specific BMW is included in recall 14V627. If it is, contact a franchised BMW dealer and ask for the camshaft locking-ring repair. Reference recall number 14V627 when you call. The dealer repair is free.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Federal recall law requires BMW to repair this defect at no cost to owners. BMW dealers will install the locking ring in the camshaft to keep the camshaft seal disk in the correct position, free of charge.

What is the safety risk?

The safety risk is reduced braking power. The vacuum pump supplies brake power assistance, and insufficient lubrication can lead to pump failure. If that happens, the vehicle takes more effort to stop and crash risk increases. Confirm your VIN, then schedule the free dealer repair.

What if I bought this BMW used?

The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the VIN, not the original owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your used BMW is included, then call a franchised BMW dealer with recall number 14V627. BMW customer service is listed at 1-800-525-7417.

More information

NHTSA campaign pagenhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/14V627000
BMW customer service1-800-525-7417
NHTSA recall #14V627
NHTSA recall # (full)14V627000

Source documents

This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 1, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →