CarRecallWatchThe 2007 BMW 530xi has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 67 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash, 8 fires, 1 injury.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (17 reports).
1Recalls
67Owner complaints
1Crashes reported
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2007 BMW 530xi recalls
Most common 2007 BMW 530xi problems
Problem areas named in the 67 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 17 |
| Air Bags | 14 |
| Engine | 12 |
| Structure | 9 |
| Steering | 9 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 7 |
| Exterior Lighting | 7 |
| Power Train | 5 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 4 |
| Seat Belts | 4 |
What owners report
The contact owns a 2007 BMW 530XI. The contact stated that while driving at 35 MPH, the front driverâs side air bag deployed without an impact. The contact had not sustained any injuries during the failure. Despite the failure, the contact was able to drive the vehicle back to the residence. The local dealer was notified of the failure, and the vehicle was towed to a dealer. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but offered no assistance. The vehicle was not repaired and remained with the dealer. The failure mileage was approximately 172,000.
in the trunk in the spare tire well. Water could be there, flooding some electronics. The wiring got wet causing my car to just turn off in the expressway due to the comments getting wet that are harnessed in this area. I tried to get it repaired when the class action lawsuit took place but the dealership I had my car at for 3 months never performed the repair. Then the next dealership refused to perform the repairs due to time constraints. Now every time it rains I am worried my car will short or just shut off. I have had to replace the part 2 times and now I just leave it unattached . the BMW agrees to settle vehicle water damage suit for up to $478 million. WASHINGTON (Reuters) - German
Coolant hose has broken 4 times in the last 3 years it breaks at the attachment causing all my coolant to leak the area and part is plastic causing it to melt during summer months each summer I have owned it
The front Xenon Headlight Wiring protective plastic coating has degraded and prematurely failed on both headlight assemblies. This caused headlight bulb shorting and poses a potential fire hazard in the front engine compartment of the vehicle. The wiring used in the headlight assemblies was not up to proper standards and failed. The wiring used in other areas of the engine bay seems to be okay. The internal headlight wiring appears to be supplied by the OEM Headlight Manufacturer (HELLA) and does not seem to be up to proper standards to prevent the plastic protective coating from failing over time. This should not be considered a "wear item" as electrical wiring is used throughout milli
BMW Headlight wiring on the 530 series is defective. Wire Insulation throughout the headlight assembly crumbles. The design and wire specification were not fit for use. Heat may be an issue but has nothing to do with climate. The vehicle has spent most of its life in Michigan where the problem was first noted when the age of the vehicle was approximately 8 years. High heat within the headlight assembly also caused deterioration of the covering on fiber optic cable. This problem is well known to BMW owners. The bare wires within the headlight housing pose a risk of electrical shorts and potentially fires.
2007 BMW 530xi questions
Does the 2007 BMW 530xi have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2007 BMW 530xi: Air Bags:Sensor:Occupant Classification. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2007 BMW 530xi?
Based on 67 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (17), Air Bags (14), Engine (12).
How do I check if a recall on my 2007 BMW 530xi 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.