KnownCarProblems2007 BMW 530i Problems and Recalls
Owners filed 73 complaints with NHTSA about the 2007 BMW 530i, most often about the air bags (27% of complaints, typically around 60,000 miles). It is the 3rd most complained-about 530i model year since 2000 and has 2 recalls.
Most common 2007 BMW 530i problems
Air bags
20 complaints · 27%Half of these problems showed up before 60,000 miles. Parts named most often: sensor, frontal.
The contact owns a 2007 BMW 530i. The contact stated that the air bag and passenger side seat belt sensor indicators illuminated. The contact received a recall notice for NHTSA campaign number: 13v564000 (air bags) and took the vehicle to the dealer. The dealer stated that although the contact experienced the failure…
The contact owns a 2007 BMW 530i. The contact stated that the air bag and passenger side seat belt sensor lights illuminated indicating that the air bag system was defective. After receiving the notice for recall NHTSA campaign number 13v564000 (air bags) in january the vechile was taken to the dealer. The dealer…
Electrical
16 complaints · 22%Half of these problems showed up before 110,000 miles.
The left front parking bulb was no working, took the vehicle to BMW dealership in columbia, s.c. To have bulb replaced. Upon picking up the vehicle, the warning indicator for the same bulb and the left front high beam warning both lights were not functioning correctly appeared. I returned to the service department to…
I was driving and opened the sunroof. The night before there was a massive rain storm. Shortly after opening the sunroof the car's electrical system started severely malfunctioning. A warning sign came on that said that the entire electrical system was having a massive malfunction and that I should pull over…
Lights
14 complaints · 19%Half of these problems showed up before 107,500 miles. Parts named most often: headlights.
The left front parking bulb was no working, took the vehicle to BMW dealership in columbia, s.c. To have bulb replaced. Upon picking up the vehicle, the warning indicator for the same bulb and the left front high beam warning both lights were not functioning correctly appeared. I returned to the service department to…
The headlight assembly had a halo light that burnt out. I went to the dealer and bought a replacement bulb. When I unscrewed the light bulb, the wiring insulation fell off and exposed all of the copper wiring in the headlight wiring harness. They do not sell a replacement wiring harness and now I'm required to buy a…
Engine
13 complaints · 18%Half of these problems showed up before 111,500 miles. Parts named most often: cooling system.
Car vibrates when AC is on. Passenger seat belt buzzes when no one is in the seat as well as seat belt tighten while driving. Transmission hesitant at times. ( transmission warning light come on at times, when car has already been service).
The contact owns a 2007 BMW 530i. While having the vehicle serviced, the contact was informed that the torque aluminum bolt on the engine pulley was fractured and would need replacing. The bolt was replaced. The current and failure mileage was 101,000.
Steering
6 complaints · 8%The steering lock light came on when I started my car this afternoon. The warning stated that the vehicle may not start and to contact nearest BMW dealer/service.
The contact owns a 2007 BMW 530i. The contact stated that while parked, the steering wheel lock warning light illuminated on the instrument panel. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not taken for inspection or repairs. The VIN was not available. The approximate failure mileage was 80,000.
Brakes
6 complaints · 8%Half of these problems showed up before 131,500 miles. Parts named most often: power assist.
The contact owns a 2007 BMW 530i. The contact stated that while approching a traffic light, the brake pedal was hard to depress. The failure recurred constantly. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed that the brake booster had to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the…
The contact owns a 2007 BMW 530i. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the brakes would not engage when the brake pedal was depressed. The contact also stated that he had to use additional force on the brake pedal to stop the vehicle. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was…
Seat belts
5 complaints · 7%The contact owns a 2007 BMW 530i. The contact stated that the air bag and passenger side seat belt sensor lights illuminated indicating that the air bag system was defective. After receiving the notice for recall NHTSA campaign number 13v564000 (air bags) in january the vechile was taken to the dealer. The dealer…
The contact owns a 2007 BMW 530i. The contact stated that the occupant restraint system warning indicator illuminated. In addition, the driver seat felt as if the latches were loose. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 100,000.
Transmission
4 complaints · 6%Car vibrates when AC is on. Passenger seat belt buzzes when no one is in the seat as well as seat belt tighten while driving. Transmission hesitant at times. ( transmission warning light come on at times, when car has already been service).
The contact owns a 2007 BMW 530i. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 22v119000 (engine and engine cooling). The contact stated that while driving at approximately 65 MPH, there was smoke coming from the hood. The "transmission overheating" message was displayed. The vehicle was inoperable. The…
Complaints are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
2007 BMW 530i 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.
Air bags: occupant classification
Risk: Should the system fail, in the event of a crash, the front passenger air bag would be deactivated, increasing the risk of personal injury.
Fix: Bmw will notify owners with an interim notification letter in january 2014 since parts are not currently available. When parts are available, bmw sent a second letter in august and dealers will repair the occupant detection mat to eliminate the possibility that it may crack, free of charge. Additionally, owners of model year 2006-2007 3 series with standard seats, 5 series with comfort seats, and z4 models, will receive an extended warranty on their front passenger seat occupant detection mat. Owners may contact bmw customer relations at 1-800-525-7417 or email bmw at customerrelations@bmwusa.
Full defect summary
Bmw of north america llc (bmw) is recalling certain model year 2006 325i, 325xi, 330i, 330xi sedans and 325xi sports wagons, model year 2007 328i, 328xi, 335i, 335xi sedans and 328i and 328xi sports wagons, model year 2006-2007 525i, 525xi, 530i, 530xi, 550i sedans and 530xi sports wagons, model year 2006 760i sedans, model year 2006-2007 750i, 750li, and 760li sedans, and model year 2006 x5 sports activity vehicles, equipped with certain seat types. The front passenger seat occupant detection mat that determines if and how the passenger frontal air bag should deploy in a crash may fatigue and develop cracks which could lead to a system failure.
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 2007 BMW 530i
- What are the most common problems with the 2007 BMW 530i?
- By NHTSA owner complaints: air bags (20 complaints, typically around 60,000 miles); electrical (16 complaints, typically around 110,000 miles); lights (14 complaints, typically around 107,500 miles).
- How many recalls does the 2007 BMW 530i 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 2007 a bad year for the BMW 530i?
- It is the 3rd most complained-about 530i model year since 2000, with 73 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.