CarRecallWatchThe 2006 BMW 530i has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 84 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash, 4 fires, 2 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Air Bags (36 reports).
2006 BMW 530i recalls
PCV Valve Heater Can Short and Melt, Risking Fire
The heater for the positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) valve may short circuit.
Passenger Airbag May Turn Off in a Crash
A sensor mat under the front passenger seat, which tells the car whether and how the passenger front airbag should deploy, can fatigue and crack.
Most common 2006 BMW 530i problems
Problem areas named in the 84 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Air Bags | 36 |
| Electrical System | 16 |
| Engine | 15 |
| Seats | 9 |
| Exterior Lighting | 9 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 8 |
| Seat Belts | 7 |
| Unknown Or Other | 6 |
| Service Brakes | 5 |
| Steering | 5 |
What owners report
The contact owned 2006 BMW 530I. The contact received unknown recall notifications and requested to be removed from the recall distribution list because he no longer owns the vehicle. The dealer and the manufacturer were contacted. The manufacturer referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The VIN was unavailable.
The vehicle caught fire on the highway / interstate. Completely burnt down. The incident has been reported to the insurance company. But still haven't had any feedback . The vehicle is located at the tow place. It is not drivable it's completely burnt. Pierce the fire started in the engine.
The contact owns a 2006 BMW 530I. The contact received notification of the NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V119000 (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 local dealer was notified of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact stated that on multiple occasions while the vehicle was idling, the vehicle lunged forward with the check engine warning light intermittently illuminated. The contact stated that a certified mechanic inspected the vehicle and determined that an O2 sensor, coil, and other unknown failures w
My serpentine belt broke causing my car to shut down. Apparently only BMWâs have a terrible design that the belt gets sucked into the engine and then the engine is gone. No other cars have this design. There are thousands of this model vehicle that are dead cars being sold online. This seems to be a problem
The contact owns a 2006 BMW 530I. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V119000 (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. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
2006 BMW 530i questions
Does the 2006 BMW 530i have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2006 BMW 530i: PCV Valve Heater Can Short and Melt, Risking Fire; Passenger Airbag May Turn Off in a Crash; Air Bags:Sensor:Occupant Classification. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2006 BMW 530i?
Based on 84 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (36), Electrical System (16), Engine (15).
How do I check if a recall on my 2006 BMW 530i 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.