Does the 2013 BMW 528XI have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2013 BMW 528XI, the most recent reported on March 31, 2015 (Exterior lighting). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2013 BMW 528XI?

Owners have filed 56 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is engine (32 complaints), followed by power train (16).

How many 2013 BMW 528XI complaints mention a crash or fire?

0 of 56 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2013 BMW 528XI recalls and problems

1 recall and 56 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2013 BMW 528XI.

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.

2013 BMW 528XI recalls

Exterior lighting

NHTSA campaign 15V188000 · reported March 31, 2015 · BMW of North America, LLC · 13,443 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2013 528i, 528i xDrive, 535i, 535i xDrive, 550i, 550i xDrive, and ActiveHybrid 5 vehicles. The rear reflex reflectors may not reflect enough light. As such, the vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
The risk: The vehicle may be less visible to other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear reflex reflectors, free of charge. The recall began July 28, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Most reported problems

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

Engine32
Power train16
Electrical system13
Engine and engine cooling6
Unknown or other6
Exterior lighting5
Air bags2
Fuel/propulsion system2
Seat belts1
Seats1

What owners report

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

Aug 24, 2026 · Engine and engine cooling
The contact owns a 2013 BMW 528XI. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V608000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM). The contact stated that due to an unrelated failure with the steering column, the vehicle was towed to a dealer for service. The contact stated that the tow truck…

Jul 29, 2026 · Engine
I am submitting this report to notify the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration of a safety‑related defect involving the BMW N20/N26 engine timing chain assembly. My vehicle experienced a sudden and complete engine failure at highway speed due to a timing chain malfunction. This failure occurred without…

Mar 20, 2026 · Electrical system · 117,217 miles
Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2013 BMW 528XI. The vehicle was a dealer sale. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the messages "Drivetrain Malfunction - Drive Moderately" and "Contact the Service Center" were displayed. The vehicle was towed back to the dealer where it was…

Sep 8, 2025 · Engine
My 2013 BMW 528i was serviced under recall 24V-608 (Coolant Pump Electrical Connector / DME). After the recall was marked complete, the car developed several serious failures: Coolant Pump / Connector (Recall Item) – The dealer refused to replace the coolant pump even though the recall notice from the government…

Aug 8, 2025 · Exterior lighting
Both of my headlights had moisture. I replaced the driverside first because you could literally see water sitting in the headlamp. Then I replaced the passengerside a year later because it was doing the same thing that the driver side started doing. I have not had any accidents nor has there been any damage to the…

528XI model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes	Fires
2010	0	10	0	1
2012	0	54	2	0
2013	1	56	0	0
2014	1	1	0	0

Across all years, the 2013 528XI has the most complaints (56). All BMW 528XI years →

Questions

Does the 2013 BMW 528XI have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2013 BMW 528XI, the most recent reported on March 31, 2015 (Exterior lighting). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2013 BMW 528XI?: Owners have filed 56 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is engine (32 complaints), followed by power train (16).
How many 2013 BMW 528XI complaints mention a crash or fire?: 0 of 56 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received August 24, 2026.