Does the 2009 BMW 528I have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2009 BMW 528I, the most recent reported on October 30, 2017 (Engine and engine cooling: exhaust system, emission control, crankcase (pcv)). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2009 BMW 528I?

Owners have filed 23 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is engine (8 complaints), followed by electrical system (5).

How many 2009 BMW 528I complaints mention a crash or fire?

1 of 23 complaints report a crash and 2 a fire; 1 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2009 BMW 528I recalls and problems

2 recalls and 23 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2009 BMW 528I.

recalls

owner complaints

complaints mentioning a crash

mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2009 BMW 528I recalls

Engine and engine cooling: exhaust system, emission control, crankcase (pcv)

NHTSA campaign 17V683000 · reported October 30, 2017 · BMW of North America, LLC · 740,561 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: 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.
The 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.
The 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.

Exterior lighting: tail lights

NHTSA campaign 13V407000 · reported September 11, 2013 · BMW of North America, LLC · 134,100 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: 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).
The risk: Intermittent light operation reduces the ability to warn other motorists of the driver's intentions, increasing the risk of a crash.
The 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].

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

Engine8
Electrical system5
Engine and engine cooling5
Fuel/propulsion system4
Unknown or other3
Service brakes2
Air bags1
Exterior lighting1
Seat belts1
Structure1

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Sep 27, 2026 · Electrical system · fire reported
CRITICAL SAFETY REPORT: DRIVING FIRE / INJURY / FAILED RECALL REMEDY (CAMPAIGN 12V-126)While driving, my 2009 BMW E60 suffered an immediate, catastrophic electrical fire originating at the positive battery terminal bulkhead connector in the trunk floor. This exact component is the subject of federal safety mandate…

May 12, 2025 · Service brakes · crash reported
Vehicle fail breaks malfunction. No response to the brakes. Push many times no break response vehicle hit vehicle in front of it could not be avoided That rotors are less than one year old there about six or 7000 miles on them. They are basically new new tires car will maintain no lights on dash no warning no airbag…

Oct 19, 2022 · Engine and engine cooling
The contact owns a 2009 BMW 528I. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V119000 (Engine and Engine Cooling) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the…

Sep 27, 2022 · Engine
I was driving and something was burning under my hood

Jul 20, 2022 · Engine and engine cooling
The contact owns a 2009 BMW 528I. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V119000 (Engine and Engine Cooling) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact stated that…

528I model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes	Fires
2007	1	1	0	0
2008	2	118	1	16
2009	2	23	1	2
2010	2	65	2	4
2011	4	118	1	1
2012	4	90	0	3

Across all years, the 2008 528I has the most complaints (118). All BMW 528I years →

Questions

Does the 2009 BMW 528I have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2009 BMW 528I, the most recent reported on October 30, 2017 (Engine and engine cooling: exhaust system, emission control, crankcase (pcv)). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2009 BMW 528I?: Owners have filed 23 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is engine (8 complaints), followed by electrical system (5).
How many 2009 BMW 528I complaints mention a crash or fire?: 1 of 23 complaints report a crash and 2 a fire; 1 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received September 27, 2026.