Exhaust smell in cabin on cold starts

AndrewC1989 · 02-29-2020, 12:18 PM

So I've recently started smelling some exhaust gases in the cabin upon cold starting my 328d. It seems like it's coming through the air vents. It's not horrible like it was in my MK5 Jetta but I can definitely smell it. Curious if anyone else has experienced this and what It might be related to.

Also, If it's a problem with the EGR, would the EGR cooler recall cover this or would I be paying out of pocket?

Enabled · 02-29-2020, 03:04 PM

That would most likely be the egr cooler bypass pipe, part of the cooler, yes.
If you haven't gone for the EGR recall, you should, they may inspect and replace.
Although the recall is for internal coolant leaks.

Watsey · 02-29-2020, 03:48 PM

Very likely to be a crack in the EGR corrugated pipe - it's a common fault, and exactly the problem when I could smell fumes in the cabin of my 330d.

AndrewC1989 · 02-29-2020, 04:05 PM

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Originally Posted by Enabled

If you haven't gone for the EGR recall, you should

I've made phone calls to several dealerships over the past year asking about the recall and each one has told me the parts aren't available yet. I've given my info and asked to be contacted back and still nothing. It's ridiculous how long it's taking.

Enabled · 02-29-2020, 08:29 PM

My local dealers have been installing and doing the recall for quite a while now.

AndrewC1989 · 03-01-2020, 12:48 PM

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Originally Posted by Enabled

My local dealers have been installing and doing the recall for quite a while now.

we're SOL in NJ

Enabled · 03-01-2020, 02:00 PM

Lol, that wasn't me flexing any, I'm really curious why some dealers seem to be able to get it done, while others are quite passive.

AndrewC1989 · 03-01-2020, 02:15 PM

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Originally Posted by Enabled

Lol, that wasn't me flexing any, I'm really curious why some dealers seem to be able to get it done, while others are quite passive.

Not sure, perhaps there's a big waiting list. I'm going to try to contact a few more dealers this week and see if my luck changes.

AndrewC1989 · 03-04-2020, 12:17 PM

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Originally Posted by Enabled

Lol, that wasn't me flexing any, I'm really curious why some dealers seem to be able to get it done, while others are quite passive.

Called another dealer and they said they weren't allowed to stock the parts and they'd have to be ordered on a case by case basis so I'll have to bring the car in for an inspection before they can do anything about it.

Enabled · 03-04-2020, 01:01 PM

Yes, that is correct. They should set you up with a loaner too

Ptown_F31 · 03-30-2020, 11:19 PM

I’ve started smelling it as well in my F31 328d. Not sure if the recall work had been done or if related. Will report back when I hear something.

AndrewC1989 · 03-30-2020, 11:50 PM

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I’ve started smelling it as well in my F31 328d. Not sure if the recall work had been done or if related. Will report back when I hear something.

I got my car back from recall, no replacement parts needed. Smell went away after. Weird.

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Enabled Lieutenant Colonel 1410 Rep 1,803 Posts Drives: 328xd Wagon, M2 Competition Join Date: Jun 2018 Location: Houston iTrader: (0)	That would most likely be the egr cooler bypass pipe, part of the cooler, yes. If you haven't gone for the EGR recall, you should, they may inspect and replace. Although the recall is for internal coolant leaks.
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Watsey Major General 6414 Rep 8,498 Posts Drives: F31 330D sDrive M Sport Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: On sabbatical. iTrader: (1)	Very likely to be a crack in the EGR corrugated pipe - it's a common fault, and exactly the problem when I could smell fumes in the cabin of my 330d. __________________ Current : F31 330sD, remapped, Ohlins Road & Track, Millway camber plates, Quaife LSD, Stoptech brakes + Pagid RSL1 pads all round, Weichers front strut brace, Eibach front & rear anti-roll bars, Michelin MP4S.
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Ptown_F31 Jon Y 3 Rep 28 Posts Drives: BMW 328d wagon Join Date: Dec 2019 Location: Portland, OR iTrader: (1)	I’ve started smelling it as well in my F31 328d. Not sure if the recall work had been done or if related. Will report back when I hear something.
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