1999 BMW 528I Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other 528I years
- Fewer complaints than other years 9th of 15 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 46 complaints with NHTSA about the 1999 BMW 528I. That ranks 9th out of 15 528I model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is air bags (9 complaints, 20%), typically at around 137,000 miles. Complaints mention 6 crashes, 8 injuries. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.
- 46owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 6complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 1999 BMW 528I 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 | 9 | 20% | 137,000 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 7 | 15% | 92,902 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 6 | 13% | 73,050 | — | — |
| Power Train | 4 | 9% | 114,000 | — | — |
| Structure | 4 | 9% | 80,500 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 3 | 7% | 85,000 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 3 | 7% | — | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Air | 3 | 7% | 75,000 | — | — |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 2 | 4% | 80,250 | — | — |
| Equipment | 2 | 4% | 79,650 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Electric | 2 | 4% | 85,152 | — | — |
| Steering | 2 | 4% | 78,000 | — | — |
| Tires | 2 | 4% | — | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 2 | 4% | — | — | — |
| Back Over Prevention | 1 | 2% | — | — | — |
| Electronic Stability Control | 1 | 2% | 73,050 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 2% | 64,605 | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 2% | — | — | — |
| Seats | 1 | 2% | 53,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 2% | 97,654 | — | — |
| Traction Control System | 1 | 2% | 94,803 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
1999 BMW 528I recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 1999 BMW 528I.
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Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
BMW just issued a Do Not Drive order for BMW 5 series cars from 2000 to 2006. Our car is a 1999 BMW 528I. According to your safety records, this car also has Takata air bags, but I see no indication these have been recalled. Since they are actually older than the 2000-2006 cars, shouldn't these…
Takata inflators: my nephew was driving on the highway, when the driver side airbags exploded without warning. Both the door airbag and the curtain airbag exploded.
Wilmington north carolina police insurance fraud staged accident attempted murder. Officer [xxx] released a driver in the accident and filed a false accident report with caucasian males. Accident report wilmington north carolina online. [xxx] and [xxx] damage don't equal damages to my car…
Tl* the contact owns a 1999 bmw 528i. While making a right turn, the driver's air bag deployed without warning or an impact. The contact sustained eye injuries that required medical attention. The contact was able to coast the vehicle over to the side of the road and called the bmw manufacturer…
I had been driving my 528i (bmw 1999) this past winter when i noticed the power brakes were no longer working. I had to depress the peddle with no assist, and while the car di eventually stop, it could have been unfortunate if my wife or daughter were faced with this condition suddenly. Power brake…
Other BMW 528I years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 528I | 59 | 4 |
| 2015 528I | 65 | 1 |
| 2014 528I | 57 | 3 |
| 2013 528I | 73 | 4 |
| 2012 528I | 90 | 4 |
| 2011 528I | 117 | 4 |
| 2010 528I | 65 | 2 |
| 2009 528I | 23 | 2 |
| 2008 528I | 118 | 2 |
| 2007 528I | 1 | 1 |
| 2001 528I | 2 | 0 |
| 2000 528I | 42 | 1 |
| 1999 | 46 | 0 |
| 1998 528I | 33 | 0 |
| 1997 528I | 41 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 1999 BMW 528I?
Owners most often report air bags, vehicle speed control, service brakes, hydraulic problems. The top one, air bags, accounts for 9 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 1999 BMW 528I?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 1999 BMW 528I a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other 528I model years, the 1999 has fewer complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.