BMW 528xi years to avoid
The BMW 528xi years to avoid are 2013, 2012, 2008, 2014 — each drew complaint volumes well above the model's norm or has an open safety investigation. The 2009 is the cleanest year on record.
237
Total complaints
1
Recall campaigns
2008–2014
Years covered
4
Years to avoid
Complaints by model year
528xi years to avoid
| Year | Why | Complaints | vs avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | High complaint rate | 85 | |
| 2012 | High complaint rate | 85 | |
| 2008 | High complaint rate | 45 | |
| 2014 | Open safety investigation | 1 |
Every 528xi year
| Year | Complaints | Recalls | Investigations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014avoid | 1 | 1 | |
| 2013avoid | 85 | 1 | |
| 2012avoid | 85 | 0 | |
| 2010 | 12 | 0 | |
| 2009 | 9 | 0 | |
| 2008avoid | 45 | 0 |
Common questions
What are the worst BMW 528xi years?
Based on NHTSA complaint rates and open investigations, the 528xi years to avoid are 2013, 2012, 2008, 2014. The cleanest year on record is 2009.
What is the best year for the BMW 528xi?
By complaint volume, 2009 has the cleanest NHTSA record among 528xi years with enough data to compare.
How many recalls does the BMW 528xi have?
Across all model years, the 528xi has 1 distinct NHTSA recall campaigns and 237 consumer complaints on file.
Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.