BMW 528 years to avoid
Across 1982–2000, no single 528 year stands out as one to avoid by our thresholds. The 1997 drew the most complaints; 1992 the fewest.
37
Total complaints
4
Recall campaigns
1982–2000
Years covered
0
Years to avoid
Complaints by model year
Every 528 year
| Year | Complaints | Recalls | Investigations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | 5 | 0 | |
| 1999 | 4 | 0 | |
| 1998 | 8 | 0 | |
| 1997 | 17 | 0 | |
| 1992 | 0 | 0 | |
| 1991 | 0 | 0 | |
| 1990 | 0 | 0 | |
| 1989 | 0 | 0 | |
| 1988 | 1 | 0 | |
| 1987 | 1 | 1 | |
| 1986 | 1 | 1 | |
| 1985 | 0 | 0 | |
| 1984 | 0 | 0 | |
| 1983 | 0 | 2 | |
| 1982 | 0 | 2 |
Common questions
What is the best year for the BMW 528?
By complaint volume, 1992 has the cleanest NHTSA record among 528 years with enough data to compare.
How many recalls does the BMW 528 have?
Across all model years, the 528 has 4 distinct NHTSA recall campaigns and 37 consumer complaints on file.
Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.