BMW 528IA Problems by Year
NHTSA has 10 owner complaints and 1 safety recall on file for the BMW 528IA, across 3 model years (1997–2000). The 2000 model year has the most complaints (5). The most reported problem area overall is seats.
BMW 528IA years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No 528IA model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2000 528IA: 5 complaints, 0 recalls
- 1997 528IA: 3 complaints, 0 recalls
- 1998 528IA: 2 complaints, 1 recall
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common BMW 528IA problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seats | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Power Train | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Wheels | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All BMW 528IA model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 528IA | 5 | 0 | — | Seats | |
| 1998 528IA | 2 | 1 | — | Visibility | |
| 1997 528IA | 3 | 0 | — | Power Train |
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Frequently asked questions
Which BMW 528IA years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2000 (5), 1997 (3), 1998 (2). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the BMW 528IA?
Seats, with 3 complaints across 1 model year.
How many recalls does the BMW 528IA have?
1 safety recall across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.