Does the 2010 BMW 528I have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2010 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 2010 BMW 528I?

Owners have filed 65 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is engine and engine cooling (17 complaints), followed by engine (16).

How many 2010 BMW 528I complaints mention a crash or fire?

2 of 65 complaints report a crash and 4 a fire; 1 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2010 BMW 528I recalls and problems

2 recalls and 65 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2010 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.

2010 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.

Engine and engine cooling17
Engine16
Electrical system11
Power train9
Air bags7
Fuel/propulsion system6
Exterior lighting4
Seat belts3
Unknown or other3
Seats2

What owners report

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

Dec 22, 2025 · Engine and engine cooling · 145,000 miles
The contact owns a 2010 BMW 528I. The contact stated that the vehicle was repaired under NHTSA Campaign: 23V707000 (Engine and Engine Cooling); however, the repair failed to prevent a failure. The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle, there was an abnormally loud rattling sound coming from under…

Jul 21, 2025 · Electrical system
insulation on wiring is deteriorated leading to possible fire and or shorting out of electrical system

Apr 21, 2025 · Engine and engine cooling · 124,000 miles
The contact owns a 2010 BMW 528I. The contact stated while making a left turn and depressing the brake pedal, the vehicle failed to respond as needed. The brake and transmission warning lights illuminated. A dealer was contacted. The contact pulled over to the side of the road, turned off the vehicle, and then…

Mar 5, 2025 · Engine
They lied to me made me buy a bad car and then didn't even give me a license plate of anything they stole my money

Nov 21, 2024 · Engine
I brought the car into BMW Manhattan after receiving the recall letter. They have refused to perfom the correction based on the fact that I had to replace the engine dues to a engine defect that cracked the number 6 cylinder in the original engine. I am confident BMW has the abilty to check the engine number and see…

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
2013	4	73	1	1

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

Questions

Does the 2010 BMW 528I have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2010 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 2010 BMW 528I?: Owners have filed 65 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is engine and engine cooling (17 complaints), followed by engine (16).
How many 2010 BMW 528I complaints mention a crash or fire?: 2 of 65 complaints report a crash and 4 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 December 22, 2025.