CarRecallWatchThe 2008 BMW 528 XI has no safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 31 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash, 2 fires, 1 injury.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (12 reports).
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31Owner complaints
1Crashes reported
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2008 BMW 528 XI recalls
No safety recalls on file for the 2008 BMW 528 XI.
Most common 2008 BMW 528 XI problems
Problem areas named in the 31 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 12 |
| Exterior Lighting | 8 |
| Engine | 8 |
| Air Bags | 5 |
| Seat Belts | 3 |
| Seats | 3 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 3 |
| Unknown Or Other | 1 |
| Power Train | 1 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 1 |
What owners report
On March 24, 2022 I bought a 2008 BMW 528XI vehicle from Mercedes WESTWOOD, MA. UNFORTUNATELY, this car is not drivable because it needs a new transmission. It hasn't even been a year yet. The check engine light came on after the second day of purchase . Now I needed a new engine. Mercedes of WESTWOOD MA sold me faulty car (LEMON).
The contact owns a 2008 BMW 528XI. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost motive power. The engine temperature warning light illuminated. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign: 22V119000 (Engine and Engine Cooling). The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 166,197.
The contact owns a 2008 BMW 528XI. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V119000 (Engine and Engine Cooling) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated while driving approximately 35 MPH, there was smoke coming from under the hood and through the A/C vents. The contact stated that the failure had become a recurring issue. The contact stated he would pull over for approximately 30 minutes to allow the vehicle to cool down enough to drive. The contact had not taken the vehicle to a dealer or independent mechanic. The vehicle had experienced a recent failure and the contact had to have the vehicle towed to his residence. The vehicle had
Headlight internal wiring insulation completely degraded, exposing wires and causing electrical shorts/arcing. Unchecked this will certainly cause a fire.
The contact owns a 2008 BMW 528XI. The contact stated while his wife was driving approximately 55 MPH, there was a burning odor coming from the engine, and blue smoke from the exhaustion pipe. Additionally, there was oil blowing out from the engine. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the residence. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V119000 (Engine and Engine Cooling). The failure mileage was unknown.
2008 BMW 528 XI questions
Does the 2008 BMW 528 XI have any recalls?
No. NHTSA has no safety recalls on file for the 2008 BMW 528 XI at this time.
What are the most common problems with the 2008 BMW 528 XI?
Based on 31 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (12), Exterior Lighting (8), Engine (8).
How do I check if a recall on my 2008 BMW 528 XI has been fixed?
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