2001 BMW 528I recalls & problems
NHTSA lists 0 safety recalls for the 2001 BMW 528I and 2 owner complaints. The part owners complain about most is air bags (2 reports), followed by fuel/propulsion system (1). Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers – enter your VIN on nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether your car still has an open recall.
2001 BMW 528I problems by component
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Latest owner complaints
Fuel/Propulsion System · Mar 9, 2015 · 85,920 miles · CA
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 BMW 528I. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, fuel was leaking out of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer. The vehicle was repaired on four different occasions for the same symptoms however, the failure persisted. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 85,920. The VIN was not…
Air Bags · Jan 17, 2002 · IL · 1 injured
Consumer states front seat side airbags (4) deployed while driving without any collision and caused injury, air bag deployed after adjusting cd player button (claim # 13-7535-667). *yd
Air Bags · Jan 17, 2002 · IL · 1 injured
Consumer states front seat side airbags (4) deployed while driving without any collision and caused injury, air bag deployed after adjusting cd player button (claim # 13-7535-667). *yd
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Frequently asked questions
Does the 2001 BMW 528I have any recalls?
No safety recalls are listed for the 2001 BMW 528I in NHTSA's recall database. Recalls can still be issued later, so check again by VIN before buying.
What are the most common problems with the 2001 BMW 528I?
Based on 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most reported areas are air bags (2), fuel/propulsion system (1).
Have there been crashes or injuries linked to the 2001 BMW 528I?
Owners reported 0 crashes, 0 fires, 2 injuries and 0 deaths in complaints to NHTSA. These are unverified owner reports, not findings of fault.