CarRecallWatchThe 2008 BMW 5 Series has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 105 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash, 3 fires, 1 injury.
The most-reported problem area is Fuel System, Gasoline (40 reports).
2008 BMW 5 Series recalls
Heater in crankcase valve can short and cause fire
The heater for the positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) valve may short circuit.
Most common 2008 BMW 5 Series problems
Problem areas named in the 105 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 40 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 36 |
| Electrical System | 16 |
| Power Train | 7 |
| Exterior Lighting | 7 |
| Fuel System, Other | 5 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 4 |
| Engine | 4 |
| Structure | 3 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 3 |
What owners report
My vehicle had a faulty PCV valve that was under "Stop Drive," order. I received no correspondence from the NHTSA nor from BMW of North America in regards to this. My BMW X-5 had significant issues that are directly associated with this issue. After contacting BMW of North America directly because I could not reach anyone at my nearest BMW Service Department, it was escalated twice to attempt to arrange for my vehicle that I unknowingly continued to drive. My vehicle has sat undriven since May of 2024. It was finally picked up, towed to the dealership for repairs related to the PCV recall. The PCV valve was replaced and my vehicle was returned to me in undriveable condition. None of the r
I WAS DRIVING AND BUMPED UP AGAINST A SIDEWALK CURVE AND MY AIRBAGS DEPLOYED AS WELL AS MY CAR SHUT OFF. IT WILL NOT START ANOTHER MORE AND THE HOOD UNDERNEATH WAS ON FIRE. (SMOKE WAS PRESENT).
TAKATA RECALL. BMW IS NOT DOING ENOUGH TO RECTIFY THE SITUATION. I RECEIVED A NOTICE IN MARCH & 5 MONTHS LATER BMW DEALERS STILL DO NOT HAVE THE PARTS TO REPAIR THE AIRBAGS. HOW IS IT THAT THIS IS ACCEPTABLE?
FRAUD ACTIVITY POSSIBLE CLONE REFINANCED IDENTITY THEFT REMOTE ACCESS WAS PUT ON UNAUTHORIZED THREAT SAFETY FOR OWNER. TWO LOAN START DATES ONE IN REPO
JUST BOUGHT A USED 2008 528I (E60) W/94K MILES, IN OTHERWISE PERFECT CONDITION. WENT TO CHANGE THE ANGEL EYES FROM DRAB YELLOW TO LUX LED'S. NOTICED BARE WIRES ON BOTH SIDES OF THE BULB CONNECTORS, ON BOTH SIDES OF THE CAR. TRIED TO USE ELECTRICAL TAPE, JUST MADE MORE BARE WIRE. THE MORE I TOUCHED THE WIRES, THE MORE INSULATION FLAKED OFF, ALMOST LIKE A POWDER. I'VE NEVER SEEN ANYTHING LIKE IT. CAN'T POSSIBLY BE SAFE. DEFINITELY A FIRE HAZARD. NEIGHBOR BROUGHT OVER A BOTTLE OF LIQUID TAPE, AND I RE-COATED ALL THE BARE WIRE I COULD SEE, MAKING SURE EACH WIRE WAS SEPARATED SO A SHORT WOULD NOT OCCUR. THAT IS A GOOD TEMPORARY FIX. WILL HAVE TO STAY ON TOP OF THIS PROBLEM, SINCE MOST,
2008 BMW 5 Series questions
Does the 2008 BMW 5 Series have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2008 BMW 5 Series: Heater in crankcase valve can short and cause fire; Electrical System:12V/24V/48V Battery:Cables; Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Power Assist:Vacuum. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2008 BMW 5 Series?
Based on 105 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Fuel System, Gasoline (40), Engine And Engine Cooling (36), Electrical System (16).
How do I check if a recall on my 2008 BMW 5 Series has been fixed?
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