CarRecallWatchThe 2013 BMW 528i has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 73 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash, 1 fire, 3 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Engine (37 reports).
2013 BMW 528i recalls
Water Pump Connector Can Short Circuit and Cause Fire
An electrical connector on the engine's water pump may not be properly sealed.
Rear reflectors may not reflect enough light, raising crash risk
The rear reflex reflectors on these 2013 BMW 5 Series and M5 vehicles may not reflect enough light.
Most common 2013 BMW 528i problems
Problem areas named in the 73 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Engine | 37 |
| Air Bags | 17 |
| Electrical System | 14 |
| Power Train | 13 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 11 |
| Unknown Or Other | 6 |
| Seat Belts | 4 |
| Steering | 4 |
| Exterior Lighting | 4 |
| Service Brakes | 3 |
What owners report
On [XXX], Century West BMW in North Hollywood, CA performed recall 20E-A01 B120921 (DME reprogram/connector update) on my 2013 BMW 528i. Within 30 minutes of leaving the dealership, the car displayed a red âengine overheating â stop immediatelyâ warning while I was in a crowded intersection with my child in the vehicle. This created an immediate danger to us and to surrounding traffic. Prior to the recall, the vehicle had no history of overheating. When I returned the next morning ([XXX]), the service advisor admitted they had no timestamp or documentation of the coolant bleed procedure. Instead of proving the recall was performed correctly, the dealership attempted to shift blame ont
The contact owns a 2013 BMW 528I. The contact stated that after driving and parking the vehicle, the contact smelled an abnormal burning odor. The contact stated the burning odor occurred frequently. The contact stated that the vehicle was towed to the dealer where the vehicle was purchased. The contact was aware of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V608000 (Engine and Engine Cooling, Electrical System). The contact was unaware that the vehicle needed to be taken to an authorized BMW dealer for the recall repair. The vehicle remained at the dealer unrepaired. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The contact was referred to a BMW dealer for assistance. The failure mileage was approximate
Hello my name is [XXX] and I am (was) the owner of a 2013 BMW 528i VIN [XXX] . It was a secondary vehicle for me for until I sustained an injury and it being my primary vehicle. I took it through emissions, updated the registration, and I noticed smoke coming from under the hood. I had driven it without a problem then in Juneit did not run at all. At that time there was a recall on the computer system and supposedly it needed a new key programmed to start. That was a 700 expense out of pocket and the car still did not even turn over. I authorized replacing the battery that was another 600, and still the car would not start or run.At this point they were just guessing at what was wrong and g
Unrepaired recall. No remedy available for over 8 months, with manufacturer acknowledging that there could a vehicle fire in some cases.
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2013 BMW 528i questions
Does the 2013 BMW 528i have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2013 BMW 528i: Water Pump Connector Can Short Circuit and Cause Fire; Rear reflectors may not reflect enough light, raising crash risk; Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Power Assist:Vacuum; Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Power Assist:Vacuum:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings; Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Power Assist:Vacuum; Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Power Assist:Vacuum:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2013 BMW 528i?
Based on 73 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine (37), Air Bags (17), Electrical System (14).
How do I check if a recall on my 2013 BMW 528i has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.