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BMW 528i

Data refreshed May 30, 2026

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Complaints

1,287

Active records

Recalls

38

Active records

TSBs

765

Active records

Filing history

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Reported severity

Based on consumer complaints filed since 2000. Recalls and TSBs do not include severity data.

Deaths

0

Injuries

51

Crashes

37

Fires

67

Top reported issues — BMW 528i

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Condition issue

345

Operating state

336

Reporting mechanism

284

Engine behavior

221

Safety restraint issue

213

Thermal issue

179

Performance issue

169

Fluid issue

103

Transmission/drivetrain behavior

75

Noise

74

Smell

66

Vibration/harshness

64

Lighting behavior

59

Safety restraint behavior

50

Electrical issue

49

Access/entry issue

41

Starting behavior

40

Braking behavior

34

Driver assistance issue

33

Steering behavior

33

Ride/handling behavior

30

Recent change

16

Powering on/off behavior

15

Infotainment behavior

13

HVAC behavior

8

Communication/network issue

3

Wiper/washer behavior

3

Recent filings

The 10 most recent filings for each type.

2015 BMW 528I

Filed Apr 8, 2026


The contact owns a 2015 BMW 528I. The contact stated that there was water accumulated inside the passenger’s side headlight assembly, causing the daytime running light to become inoperable. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who determined that the headlight assembly and module needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but informed the contact that the vehicle was not covered under warranty. The failure mileage was…

2016 BMW 528I

Filed Feb 23, 2026


The contact owns a 2016 BMW 528i. The contact stated that the vehicle was repaired under an unknown recall, and after the recall repair, while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormal oil-burning odor entering the cabin of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a local Midas, where it was discovered that oil was leaking onto the engine. The vehicle was not repaired due to the cost. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was…

2016 BMW 528I

Filed Feb 9, 2026


I have 2016 BMW 5 series car, for past two to three years headlights are getting condensation inside on colder months. Dealer is not able to fix the condensation, they are advising to replace the headlights. Some of my friends replaced OEM headlights, but after few years they are started condensation, it’s looked like defect from manufacturer, I had few Honda vehicles older than my BMW car, they never had any condensation complaints. It’s look like manufacturer used cheap materials causing…

2015 BMW 528I

Filed Feb 6, 2026


Fire

The contact owns a 2015 BMW 528i. The contact stated that while his vehicle was parked, the coolant pump connector caught on fire, which was connected to a after market Coolant pump. The failure experienced was a localized electrical fire that originated at the coolant pump connector and aftermarket coolant pump while the vehicle was parked. The contact referenced NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V608000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM) but was told by the dealer they could not repair the…

2016 BMW 528I

Filed Jan 27, 2026


Fire

On January 29, 2020, while driving my 2016 BMW 5 Series under normal operating conditions, the engine compartment caught fire without warning. Smoke and flames originated from the engine bay while the vehicle was in motion. I was forced to pull over and exit the vehicle immediately. The fire spread rapidly, and the vehicle was declared a total loss. At the time, both my insurance carrier and BMW representatives inspected the vehicle, but no definitive cause was identified. In January 2026, I…

2015 BMW 528I

Filed Jan 20, 2026


Upon triggering the trunk release, the integrated hydraulic dampeners failed to mitigate the tension of the lift springs. The trunk lid swung open with enough velocity to over-extend the hinges and strike the rear windshield, causing the tempered glass to shatter.

2012 BMW 528I

Filed Jan 15, 2026


Vehicle has oil leak bad

2014 BMW 528I

Filed Jan 5, 2026


See attached document for complaint. Greetings: I am writing pursuant to recalls No. 24V‑608, both remedy unavailable and remedy available, ten months later. During the intervening ten months, I experienced hardship, expense and loss of use of my vehicle. The attached documents represent my correspondence to BMW Customer relations. The docs were submitted on September 22, 2025 and October 14, 2025, by email. I have received no response, to date; not even acknowledgement of receipt. I hereby…

2010 BMW 528I

Filed Dec 22, 2025


The contact owns a 2010 BMW 528I. The contact stated that the vehicle was repaired under NHTSA Campaign: 23V707000 (Engine and Engine Cooling); however, the repair failed to prevent a failure. The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle, there was an abnormally loud rattling sound coming from under the hood. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed in Manual Mode, the vehicle independently shifted to…

2015 BMW 528I

Filed Nov 19, 2025


engine light stays on. had it looked at by mechanic. told the issue is the valtronic actuator. car cuts off when idling. starts back up and drives, when I come to a stop light/stop sign car cuts off again. have contacted BMW North America and a dealership, keep getting the runaround. refer me back to each to contact.

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Updated May 30, 2026. Refreshed nightly.