Recalls
Safety issues the manufacturer must repair for free. A recall means confirm the fix was done, not walk away.
No recalls on record for this model
No safety recalls were found in this dataset. It is still worth entering the exact VIN on NHTSA before purchase, since recalls can be added at any time.
Owner complaints by system
Unverified reports owners filed with NHTSA, grouped by the part of the car. Useful for spotting patterns. Open a group to read recent examples.
Engine & powertrain
117
Most reports here involve sudden stalling. Of these, 3 mention a crash, 2 mention an injury.
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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 neutral(N), the steering wheel became firm, and the transmission failed to shift out of neutral. In addition, the contact stated that while attempting to accelerate from a stop, the vehicle hesitated while accelerating with the accelerator pedal depressed. The contact stated that the vehicle was towed back to the same local dealer on various occasions; however, the failure reoccurred. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 145,000.
Source: NHTSA complaint ODI #11706489 · view all complaints for this vehicle at nhtsa.gov
Electrical & infotainment
21
Most reports here involve electrical shorts. Of these, 1 mention a crash.
Source: NHTSA complaint ODI #11675067 · view all complaints for this vehicle at nhtsa.gov
Brakes
4
Most reports here involve loss of braking.
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WHEN I'M AT A STOP MY CAR SUDDENLY JUMPS FORWARD WHEN I HAVE MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE THIS IS A ONGOING ISSUE. IT'S SCARY CAUSE I FEEL LIKE I'M GOING TO HIT SOMETHING OR SOMEONE IF I'M AT A STOP LIGHT AND SOMEONE IS CROSSING THE STREET MY CAR COULD JUMP AND HIT THEM. I DO NOT DRIVE THIS VEHICLE NO MORE CAUSE OF THIS. IT ALSO HAPPENS WHEN I'M DRIVING IT PICKS UP SPEED ON IT'S OWN. THIS HAPPENS WHEN EVER THE CAR IS DRIVEN ANYWHERE.
Source: NHTSA complaint ODI #11398673 · view all complaints for this vehicle at nhtsa.gov
Steering, suspension & tires
9
Most reports here involve software faults. Of these, 1 mention a crash.
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There seems to be a common problem with these vehicles according to similar complaints being discussed in forums. My steering wheel is malfunctioning and creating a safety concern. While driving straight my horn and electrical controls do not function. If I turn the steering wheel to one side then the horn and electrical components work. I am also afraid that the airbag may not function properly because of this.
Source: NHTSA complaint ODI #11551162 · view all complaints for this vehicle at nhtsa.gov
Airbags & seat belts
17
Most reports here involve software faults. Of these, 1 mention a crash, 1 mention an injury.
Source: NHTSA complaint ODI #11518174 · view all complaints for this vehicle at nhtsa.gov
Structure & body
4
Most reports here involve software faults.
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2010 BMW 528 XI. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR ASSEMBLY AND WIPER RELAY FAILURE. *SMD THE CONSUMER STATED THE WINDSHIELD WIPER FAILURE HAPPENED ONCE OR TWICE IN THE PAST, BUT LASTED ONLY A FEW MINUTES. THE CONSUMER HAD TO DRIVE 100 BLOCK IN THE RAIN, WITH NO WORKING WINDSHIELD WIPERS. THE COST TO REPLACE BOTH COMPONENTS WAS $1878.07. *JB
Source: NHTSA complaint ODI #10947194 · view all complaints for this vehicle at nhtsa.gov
Other systems
8
Most reports here involve electrical shorts.
Source: NHTSA complaint ODI #11646404 · view all complaints for this vehicle at nhtsa.gov