2007 BMW 525I Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other 525I years
- Far more complaints than other years 3rd of 15 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 72 complaints with NHTSA about the 2007 BMW 525I. That ranks 3rd out of 15 525I model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is air bags (25 complaints, 35%), typically at around 93,000 miles. Complaints mention 3 crashes, 2 fires, 5 injuries. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 72owner complaints
- 2safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 3complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2007 BMW 525I problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 25 | 35% | 93,000 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 14 | 19% | 89,250 | — | — |
| Steering | 12 | 17% | 62,500 | — | — |
| Engine | 6 | 8% | 71,400 | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 6 | 8% | 94,000 | — | — |
| Seats | 6 | 8% | 74,000 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 6 | 8% | 73,000 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 4 | 6% | 110,000 | — | — |
| Power Train | 4 | 6% | 84,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 4 | 6% | 97,500 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 3 | 4% | 159,299 | — | — |
| Structure | 3 | 4% | 50,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 1% | 120,000 | — | — |
| Tires | 1 | 1% | 23,000 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 1% | 73,000 | — | — |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2007 BMW 525I recalls (2)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:emission control:crankcase (pcv)
Problem: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2008-2011 128i and 2007-2011 328i, 328xi, 328i xDrive, 525i, 525xi, 528i, 528xi, 530i, 530xi, X3 3.0si, X3 xDrive30i, X5 xDrive30i, Z4 3.0i, Z4 3.0si and Z4 sDrive30i vehicles. The heater for the positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) valve may short circuit.
Risk: An electrical short can cause the parts within the PCV valve to melt, increasing the risk of a fire, even when the vehicle is not in use.
Fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the PCV valve heater, free of charge. Interim letters were mailed on November 27, 2017. Owners will receive a second notification by the end of October 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Air bags:sensor:occupant classification
Problem: BMW of North America LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2006 325i, 325xi, 330i, 330xi sedans and 325xi sports wagons, model year 2007 328i, 328xi, 335i, 335xi sedans and 328i and 328xi sports wagons, model year 2006-2007 525i, 525xi, 530i, 530xi, 550i sedans and 530xi sports wagons, model year 2006 760i sedans, model year 2006-2007 750i, 750Li, and 760Li sedans, and model year 2006 X5 sports activity vehicles, equipped with certain seat types. The front passenger seat occupant detection mat that determines if and how the passenger frontal air bag should deploy in a crash may fatigue and develop cracks which could lead to a system failure.
Risk: Should the system fail, in the event of a crash, the front passenger air bag would be deactivated, increasing the risk of personal injury.
Fix: BMW will notify owners with an interim notification letter in January 2014 since parts are not currently available. When parts are available, BMW sent a second letter in August and dealers will repair the occupant detection mat to eliminate the possibility that it may crack, free of charge. Additionally, owners of model year 2006-2007 3 Series with standard seats, 5 Series with comfort seats, and Z4 models, will receive an extended warranty on their front passenger seat occupant detection mat. Owners may contact BMW customer relations at 1-800-525-7417 or email BMW at [email protected].
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
Unknown, the car shut down on me two time in a month.
The contact owns a 2007 BMW 535I. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the passengerâs side air bag warning light remain illuminated, indicating a possible failure to the air bag system. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The local dealer was notified of the failure…
The contact owns a 2007 BMW 525I. The contact stated that the air bag warning light was illuminated. The dealer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 102,000.
The contact owns a 2007 BMW 525I. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V119000 (Engine and Engine Cooling). The vehicle was taken to the dealer for the recall repair however, upon retrieving the vehicle, the contact noticed that the vehicle was shaking while driving at…
The contact owns a 2007 BMW 525i. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 75-85 MPH, she smelled smoke coming from the hood of the vehicle. The contact was unsure if any warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where he referenced NHTSA Campaign…
Other BMW 525I years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2011 525I | 0 | 1 |
| 2010 525I | 0 | 1 |
| 2009 525I | 1 | 1 |
| 2008 525I | 1 | 1 |
| 2007 | 72 | 2 |
| 2006 525I | 77 | 3 |
| 2005 525I | 35 | 0 |
| 2004 525I | 84 | 0 |
| 2003 525I | 32 | 2 |
| 2002 525I | 29 | 4 |
| 2001 525I | 22 | 4 |
| 2000 525I | 0 | 1 |
| 1999 525I | 1 | 0 |
| 1998 525I | 2 | 0 |
| 1995 525I | 24 | 3 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2007 BMW 525I?
Owners most often report air bags, electrical system, steering problems. The top one, air bags, accounts for 25 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2007 BMW 525I?
Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2007 BMW 525I a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other 525I model years, the 2007 has far more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.