CarRecallWatchThe 2011 BMW 528i has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 118 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash, 1 fire, 3 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Engine (34 reports).
2011 BMW 528i recalls
PCV Valve Heater Can Short and Cause a Fire
The heater for the positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) valve may short circuit.
Airbags May Not Deploy Correctly in a Crash
A replacement sensor control unit installed in some of these vehicles during a service visit may have been incorrectly programmed.
Fuel Pump Wires Can Melt, Causing Leaks or Stalls
Some vehicles have in-tank fuel pumps with wire contacts that may not be crimped tightly enough.
Most common 2011 BMW 528i problems
Problem areas named in the 118 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Engine | 34 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 32 |
| Power Train | 25 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 17 |
| Unknown Or Other | 11 |
| Electrical System | 9 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 7 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 6 |
| Steering | 6 |
| Air Bags | 5 |
What owners report
1. Vanos Bolts recall. NHTSA Recall 23V-707. Cause the car the have a rough idle, check engine light, car to stall, and cut off in traffic all with seconds. Dealership says it was not the Vanos Bolts that cause the shutdown, but it is the DME and ICM. 2. The safety of myself and my 15 year old daughter was at risk, along with the drivers on the highway. The car stopped in traffic, and would not release out of park to go in neutral. 3. State Trooper came to call a tow truck, the car was inspected by BMW of Irondale. 4. No warning lamps, messages or other symptoms prior to the failure. The car was driving as normal, a sudden rough idle, light came on, and the car cut off in ongoing traffic,
I am filing a complaint regarding the recall work performed on my 2011 BMW 528i for the VANOS bolt safety recall. The recall notice stated the vehicle was unsafe to drive until repaired. I arranged towing to Jackie Cooper BMW in Edmond, Oklahoma because of this safety warning. The dealership performed the recall repair and released the vehicle back to me. Immediately after picking it up, the vehicle experienced a failure and became inoperable. The vehicle had to be towed again. This time, the dealership covered the towing cost and had the vehicle returned to my residence. Staff present at the time included a technician named Luke and the Service Drive Manager, Tayler Hawkins. Staff stateme
The contact owns a 2011 BMW 528I. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V707000 (Engine and Engine Cooling); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact had not experienced a failure.
The contact owns a 2011 BMW 528I. The contact stated while driving approximately 35 MPH, the check engine warning light illuminated, and the vehicle stalled. The contact pulled over, and after several attempts, the vehicle restarted. The contact was able to restart the vehicle, and the message "Drivetrain Malfunction" was displayed. The contact stated that the failure started recently and had occurred several times. Additionally, the vehicle was vibrating intermittently and lost motive power. The contact stated that occasionally the vehicle failed to accelerate above 15 MPH. The contact smelled the odor of gasoline inside the vehicle. The contact stated that the check engine warning light wa
The contact owns a 2011 BMW 528I. The contact received notification of NHTSA Recall Campaign Number: 23V707000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING), and the vehicle was taken to a local dealer for the recall repair. The contact stated that while driving 40 MPH, the message "Drive Train Malfunction - Drive Moderately" was displayed. The vehicle was towed to the same dealer to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that faulty spark plugs had caused damage to a cylinder, and the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 123,568.
2011 BMW 528i questions
Does the 2011 BMW 528i have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2011 BMW 528i: PCV Valve Heater Can Short and Cause a Fire; Airbags May Not Deploy Correctly in a Crash; Fuel Pump Wires Can Melt, Causing Leaks or Stalls; Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2011 BMW 528i?
Based on 118 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine (34), Engine And Engine Cooling (32), Power Train (25).
How do I check if a recall on my 2011 BMW 528i has been fixed?
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