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Bmw 528i Problems

The BMW 528i is a mid-size luxury sedan that has been part of BMW's 5 Series lineup for decades, offering a balance of performance and efficiency. With 2,440 complaints and no reported deaths, the 528i has had varying reliability depending on generation. The 2008 model year and E60 generation had notable issues, while earlier and later models proved more dependable.

2,440
Total Complaints
27
Total Recalls
17
Model Years
0
Reported Deaths
!

Years to Avoid

These years have significantly more complaints than average.

2008
✓

Best Years

These years have the fewest reported problems.

1979 1980 2001

Common Problem Categories

Engine 394
Engine And Engine Cooling 360
Electrical System 358
Power Train 212
Air Bags 196

Complaints by Model Year

All Model Years

Year ↓ Complaints Recalls Crashes Fires Rating
2016 196 4 4 10 Average
2015 196 1 0 4 Average
2014 178 3 0 16 Average
2013 238 4 6 2 Below Average
2012 288 4 0 16 Below Average
2011 328 4 2 2 Below Average
2010 174 2 4 10 Average
2009 66 2 2 6 Good
2008 362 2 2 48 Avoid
2007 2 1 0 0 Good
2001 6 0 0 0 Good
2000 106 0 4 8 Average
1999 118 0 12 0 Average
1998 78 0 4 4 Average
1997 98 0 16 2 Average
1980 4 0 0 0 Good
1979 2 0 0 0 Good

Bmw 528i Years to Avoid

2008, 2009, 2010

Best Bmw 528i Years

1999, 2000, 2016

Frequently Asked Questions