2012 BMW 528XI recalls and problems

The 2012 BMW 528XI has 0 recalls and 54 owner complaints on file with NHTSA; the most reported problem area is engine.

How the 2012 compares
Fewest complaintsMost complaints

High complaint count among 6 528XI model years — 2nd most.

0recalls
54complaints
2crashes
0fires
1injuries
76,000median miles

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, not verified and not adjusted for sales. Ranking compares this model's own years only.

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0 recalls

No recall campaigns on file.

Recall text as published by NHTSA and the manufacturer.

What owners complain about

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA; one complaint can name several areas. Not verified by NHTSA.

Complaints by year filed

2016: 2 complaints20162017: 6 complaints20172018: 3 complaints20182019: 6 complaints20192020: 12 complaints2020122021: 5 complaints20212022: 5 complaints20222023: 4 complaints20232024: 4 complaints20242025: 3 complaints20252026: 4 complaints20264

2012 vs. other BMW 528XI years

Owner complaints by model year; the darker bar is the 2012. Click a bar to switch year.

Questions

Does the 2012 BMW 528XI have recalls?

NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 2012 BMW 528XI. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to be sure.

What are the most common problems with the 2012 BMW 528XI?

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA most often mention engine (33), power train (18), fuel system (8). Complaints are consumer reports and are not verified by NHTSA.