KnownCarProblems2010 BMW 528i Problems and Recalls
Owners filed 65 complaints with NHTSA about the 2010 BMW 528i, most often about the engine (51% of complaints, typically around 132,500 miles). It is 5th of 12 528i model years by number of complaints and has 2 recalls.
Most common 2010 BMW 528i problems
Engine
33 complaints · 51%Half of these problems showed up before 132,500 miles. Parts named most often: exhaust system.
The contact owns a 2010 BMW 528i. The contact stated that the vehicle was experiencing rough starts and the failure persisted while driving. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the motor mounts had collapsed and needed to be replaced. Additionally, the oil pan gasket was leaking and needed…
The contact owns a 2010 BMW 528i. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, there was an abnormal knocking sound coming from the vehicle. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact continued driving at an unknown speed and then parked and had the vehicle towed to the residence. The vehicle was then…
Electrical
11 complaints · 17%Half of these problems showed up before 77,000 miles.
The insulaton of the wiring to both my headlight and parking light lamps is flaking off in small and large pieces leaving the copper wiring exposed.
The contact owns a 2010 BMW 528i. While driving various speeds, the brake warning indicator illuminated. The contact also stated that the right and left turn signal indicators failed to operate and the rear brake lights failed to illuminate. In addition, the instrument panel lighting failed to illuminate. The vehicle…
Transmission
9 complaints · 14%Half of these problems showed up before 88,000 miles.
The contact owns a 2010 BMW 528i. While driving various speeds, the temperature gauge displayed that the vehicle overheated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that an unknown hose needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. After the hoses were replaced, the vehicle began to stall…
While accelerating the car jumps into neutral randomly. Whether from a slow start or accelerating on a highway. It has happened dozens of times and the dealer says there is no fix.
Fuel system
7 complaints · 11%Half of these problems showed up before 98,500 miles.
My vehicle suddenly stops. I've already replace the sparkplugs, coils, & fuel filter, but the problem does not go away. The sudden stopping happens when I'm driving or when I'm idle at either a stop sign or a light. The vehicle sputters until it completely turns off from I'm idle and there is no warning for when I'm…
I noticed a smell of fuel each time my wife parked her car inside our garage. Her car for due a service so I took the vehicle in for a full service. The mechanic called and asked if we had been smelling fuel inside or around the vehicle. He then explained that he suspected it was originating from underneath the rear…
Air bags
7 complaints · 11%Parts named most often: sensor.
The contact owns a 2010 BMW 528i. The contact stated that the passenger seat occupancy system warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The VIN was unavailable. The failure mileage was 56,600.
2010 BMW 528i, having problems with passenger restraint system and air bag system lights stay on. I have read numerous complaints over the internet forums. This is a huge safety concern and should be addressed by BMW.
Lights
4 complaints · 6%Parts named most often: brake lights.
I received a displayed message there was a malfunction with the rear lamp. When checking the tail light assembly and wiring, I noticed the connector on the tail lamp assembly was melted (plastic) where the brown ground wire connected. The male/female connector parts got so hot that the plastic connector was melted…
I took my vehicle to BMW irvine in california for a recall on my tail lights, they stop working, the recall was to replace both sides and they only did one. The side that burn out but they left the same connector which was burnt and with the wires loose and I wasnt even notify when I pick the vehicle until when I…
Seat belts
3 complaints · 5%Sat .oct 15 , 2016 after I park the car the next day I have the message on my display panel and dash bord." pass.restraint system"- fault in passenger-restrain system affecting the airbag, belt tensioner or belt-force limiter.continue to wear the safety belt". This message is still on car is running good but my…
Front passenger air bag seat occupancy sensor system malfunction warning illuminated while driving on 12/29/2019. Looks like it's covered by this service bullentin https://static.NHTSA.gov/odi/tsbs/2014/sb-10056703-9690.pdf however, after contacting BMW, BMW refused to cover. This is a serious safety issue
Other or unspecified
3 complaints · 5%Recall campaign no.: 17v683: pcv valve heater on january 22, 2018, while traveling westbound on the 10 freeway, my vehicle began to smell of burning plastic. I pulled over, turned my car off, got out of the vehicle to find out what it was. I opened the hood and observed smoke coming from the engine compartment which…
Complaints are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
2010 BMW 528i recalls
Engine: crankcase (pcv)
Risk: An electrical short can cause the parts within the pcv valve to melt, increasing the risk of a fire, even when the vehicle is not in use.
Fix: Bmw will notify owners, and dealers will replace the pcv valve heater, free of charge. Interim letters were mailed on november 27, 2017. Owners will receive a second notification by the end of october 2018. Owners may contact bmw customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Full defect summary
Bmw of north america, llc (bmw) is recalling certain 2008-2011 128i and 2007-2011 328i, 328xi, 328i xdrive, 525i, 525xi, 528i, 528xi, 530i, 530xi, x3 3.0si, x3 xdrive30i, x5 xdrive30i, z4 3.0i, z4 3.0si and z4 sdrive30i vehicles. The heater for the positive crankcase ventilation (pcv) valve may short circuit.
Lights: tail lights
Risk: Intermittent light operation reduces the ability to warn other motorists of the driver's intentions, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Bmw will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear lamp bulb carriers free of charge. Owners may contact bmw customer relations at 1-800-525-7417 or email bmw at [email protected].
Full defect summary
Bmw is recalling certain model year 2008 through 2010 528i, 535i, 550i, and m5 passenger cars manufactured from march 1, 2007, through december 31, 2009. Over time, increased resistance at the taillight electrical contact points may cause damage to the ground terminal and housing of the connector resulting in an intermittent or permanent loss of functionality of one or more rear lamp functions (tail, brake, turn-signal, reverse).
Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which recalls are still open on your car.
Questions about the 2010 BMW 528i
- What are the most common problems with the 2010 BMW 528i?
- By NHTSA owner complaints: engine (33 complaints, typically around 132,500 miles); electrical (11 complaints, typically around 77,000 miles); transmission (9 complaints, typically around 88,000 miles).
- How many recalls does the 2010 BMW 528i have?
- 2 recalls listed by NHTSA, the latest from October 30, 2017 (engine). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which ones are still open on your car.
- Is the 2010 a bad year for the BMW 528i?
- It is 5th of 12 528i model years by number of complaints, with 65 complaints. Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular years collect more of them, and the newest years have had less time to.