2013 BMW 528XI Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other 528XI years
- Far more complaints than other years 1st of 6 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- 5 out of 5 stars
Owners have filed 56 complaints with NHTSA about the 2013 BMW 528XI. That is the most of any 528XI model year in the database (6 years). The most reported problem area is engine (32 complaints, 57%), typically at around 80,400 miles. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
- 56owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2013 BMW 528XI 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 32 | 57% | 80,400 | — | — |
| Power Train | 16 | 29% | 82,000 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 13 | 23% | 59,400 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 6 | 11% | — | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 6 | 11% | 41,400 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 5 | 9% | — | — | — |
| Air Bags | 2 | 4% | 49,000 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 2 | 4% | 40,201 | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 2% | — | — | — |
| Seats | 1 | 2% | 30,000 | — | — |
| Steering | 1 | 2% | 68,000 | — | — |
| Structure | 1 | 2% | 120,000 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 2% | 68,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2013 BMW 528XI recalls (1)
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Exterior lighting
Problem: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2013 528i, 528i xDrive, 535i, 535i xDrive, 550i, 550i xDrive, and ActiveHybrid 5 vehicles. The rear reflex reflectors may not reflect enough light. As such, the vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Risk: The vehicle may be less visible to other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear reflex reflectors, free of charge. The recall began July 28, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
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.
The contact owns a 2013 BMW 528XI. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V608000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM). The contact stated that due to an unrelated failure with the steering column, the vehicle was towed to a dealer for service. The contact stated…
I am submitting this report to notify the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration of a safetyârelated defect involving the BMW N20/N26 engine timing chain assembly. My vehicle experienced a sudden and complete engine failure at highway speed due to a timing chain malfunction. This failure…
Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2013 BMW 528XI. The vehicle was a dealer sale. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the messages "Drivetrain Malfunction - Drive Moderately" and "Contact the Service Center" were displayed. The vehicle was towed back to the dealer…
My 2013 BMW 528i was serviced under recall 24V-608 (Coolant Pump Electrical Connector / DME). After the recall was marked complete, the car developed several serious failures: Coolant Pump / Connector (Recall Item) â The dealer refused to replace the coolant pump even though the recall notice…
Both of my headlights had moisture. I replaced the driverside first because you could literally see water sitting in the headlamp. Then I replaced the passengerside a year later because it was doing the same thing that the driver side started doing. I have not had any accidents nor has there been…
Other BMW 528XI years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2014 528XI | 1 | 1 |
| 2013 | 56 | 1 |
| 2012 528XI | 54 | 0 |
| 2010 528XI | 10 | 0 |
| 2009 528XI | 6 | 0 |
| 2008 528XI | 31 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2013 BMW 528XI?
Owners most often report engine, power train, electrical system problems. The top one, engine, accounts for 32 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2013 BMW 528XI?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2013 BMW 528XI a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other 528XI model years, the 2013 has far more complaints than most years, and NHTSA rates it 5 out of 5 stars overall in crash tests. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.