2000 BMW 528I
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
1 recall names the 2000 BMW 528I. Newest first.
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. the brake lamps in these vehicles are controlled by a switch activated by the movement of the brake pedal. this switch could fail internally, causing it to remain either in the "brake lamps off" position or in the "brake lamps on" position.
Risk and remedy
Risk
If this happens, the brake lamps either will not operate or will be continuously illuminated, regardless of brake pedal position.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the existing brake lamp switch with an improved switch.
Owner complaints
42 complaints2 involved a crash4 involved a fire4 injuries
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Engine and engine cooling
The contact owned a 2000 BMW 528i. The contact stated that shortly after arriving home and with the vehicle parked in his garage, he observed first white smoke and then brown smoke emanating from the engine compartment. While waiting for emergency services, the contact stated that he then observed…
The contact owned a 2000 BMW 528i. The contact stated that shortly after arriving home and with the vehicle parked in his garage, he observed first white smoke and then brown smoke emanating from the engine compartment. While waiting for emergency services, the contact stated that he then observed flames engulfing the engine compartment and heard a loud pop. As a result, the contact reported extensive smoke damage to the interior of the garage. The local fire department arrived and extinguished the fire, and a fire report was filed. A police report was also filed, and no injuries were reported. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or an independent mechanic; instead, the contact has stored the vehicle at his home. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, and a case was opened. The failure mileage was 120,000.
- Unknown or other
The shifter on the console will hang up get stuck often when I put it in reverse then from reverse to drive it won't shift all the way to drive it keeps stopping in neutral now while it's in neutral I can pull back on the shifter and hold it it will catch drive partially but u have to keep pulling…
The shifter on the console will hang up get stuck often when I put it in reverse then from reverse to drive it won't shift all the way to drive it keeps stopping in neutral now while it's in neutral I can pull back on the shifter and hold it it will catch drive partially but u have to keep pulling back on the shifter and hold it but it doesn't go all the way in drive it's just on the front edge and if u let go of the shifter it drops back into neutral it's a safety hazard cause u cant go forward to get out of the way of other motorists especially in an emergency it takes a few minutes of pushing the shifter forward into park and then pulling the shifter back to drive after a couple minutes of doing this it will eventually go into drive and it seems to be getting worse at times and sometimes it won't even shift out of park without having to wiggle the shifter back and forth and then pulling the shifter back with twice the force that u would normally use to shift it out of park this has happened multiple times backing out of my driveway and directly onto a main road I live on and its happened in parking lots when trying to leave a restaurant or gas station etc.
- Steering · Suspension · Unknown or other
Went on data base nhtsa that says my vehicle has 3 recalls . What do I do n go to fix these problems
- Seats
As I was driving my beloved 2000 BMW 528I on 11/9/2018 at 2:15 pm, on route 12 south in duck, nc, traveling at approximately 35 mph, smoke began pouring from the underside of the driver's seat. the heated seats were not turned on. no dashboard warning lights were on, except for a rear tail light…
As I was driving my beloved 2000 BMW 528I on 11/9/2018 at 2:15 pm, on route 12 south in duck, nc, traveling at approximately 35 mph, smoke began pouring from the underside of the driver's seat. the heated seats were not turned on. no dashboard warning lights were on, except for a rear tail light indicator that had appeared within the last week. I had just driven through a rain shower, so the headlights were on, but I had turned the wipers off. I pulled the car over and immediately turned the ignition off. I got out to look under the front seat but there was nothing under the seat that was causing a problem. when I was on the phone with the 911 operator, flames started coming from under the seat. the duck nc police were on the scene almost immediately and attempted to us a fire extinguisher, but the seat kept burning. the duck nc fire department was just a few hundred yards down the road and when the arrived they filled the front seat with water. as I was clearing my possessions out of the car, I notice the headlights were still on, so I turned them off. Although the car had approximately 145,000 miles on it, I was the original owner and I had kept it in mint condition. I had a professional mechanic perform the maintenance work. in september of 2018, the battery had been replaced with a new BMW battery. other than maintenance work, the car had never had any engine components fail or electrical issues. it was a great vehicle. pictures of the burnt seat and the driver's side door are included.
- Engine
TL* the contact owns a 2000 BMW 528I. The contact was driving and came to a stop, when smoke was seen coming from the passenger side of the hood. There was a cracking sound then flames was seen coming from under the hood. The contact and the passenger exited the vehicle. The contact stated…
TL* the contact owns a 2000 BMW 528I. The contact was driving and came to a stop, when smoke was seen coming from the passenger side of the hood. There was a cracking sound then flames was seen coming from under the hood. The contact and the passenger exited the vehicle. The contact stated attempted to extinguish the flames but could not. The fire department was called and was able to extinguish the fire. There were no injurie. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to a tow lot and deemed a total loss. The dealer and manufacturer were not contacted. The failure mileage was 283,000.
- Exterior lighting › Headlights
TL* the contact owns a 2000 BMW 528I. While the vehicle was stationary and while driving various speeds, the high intensity discharge headlights malfunctioned. The contact stated that there was a complete loss of functionality with the headlights. BMW of dallas (6200 lemmon ave, dallas, texas…
TL* the contact owns a 2000 BMW 528I. While the vehicle was stationary and while driving various speeds, the high intensity discharge headlights malfunctioned. The contact stated that there was a complete loss of functionality with the headlights. BMW of dallas (6200 lemmon ave, dallas, texas 75209, (972) 763-5528) was contacted via voicemail regarding the failure. The contact noticed smoke coming from the front of the vehicle and discovered that the front passenger side headlight was on fire. a store employee extinguished the fire. The fire department was not contacted. There were no injuries. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 198,000.
- Air bags
My car was parked in front of my house stationary I was changing the battery when I put the battery in and connected it the airbags blew up destroyed the dash steering wheel and cracked the front windshield this car IS off and parked
- Tires
New tires eagle F1 asymmetric bought and installed in may 2011 ( unknowingly rec'd 2007 production tires ) and then removed my tires for winter tires in november 2011. When reinstalling the summer tires this spring / april 2012, multiple bubbles were apparent on 3 of the tires and the 4TH tire had…
New tires eagle F1 asymmetric bought and installed in may 2011 ( unknowingly rec'd 2007 production tires ) and then removed my tires for winter tires in november 2011. When reinstalling the summer tires this spring / april 2012, multiple bubbles were apparent on 3 of the tires and the 4TH tire had a bubble as well. was told by an independent goodyear tire vendor that the bubbles resembled the effects impact damage. furious and puzzled as to how these bubbles appeared after having sat a winter indoors and no damage was apparent when the tires were removed ( on rims ) at season's end. the tires were dismounted and remounted this spring. the bubbles emerged after reinflating them. how could there be multiple impact bubbles in different spots ( all on outside ) on the same tire and all tires have these bubbles? goodyear IS trying to avoid responsibility and only willing to give a percentage as goodwill ! this IS the first time I have ever had an issue other than early tire wear let alone all four tires with multiple bubbles on 3 of the 4 tires ! being shipped tires that were 4 years old could not have helped this situation. very frustrated by the whole drawn out handling and processing by goodyear. they are denying fault which will be fought and proven to them at their expense. *tr
- Exterior lighting
TL* the contact owns a 2000 BMW 528I. While parked, the contact noticed that the exterior light warning indicator was illuminated on the instrument panel. The contact stated that the tail lights would function erratically. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostics where the technician…
TL* the contact owns a 2000 BMW 528I. While parked, the contact noticed that the exterior light warning indicator was illuminated on the instrument panel. The contact stated that the tail lights would function erratically. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostics where the technician stated that the regulation lamp would have to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 175,000.
- Electrical system › Instrument cluster/panel · Latches/locks/linkages · Service brakes, electric · Traction control system
ABS module fail at 127,000 k. This stops my speedometer from working along with my (dcs) traction control, gas gauge and the brake go into emergency mode.. *Tr
- Electronic stability control (esc)
Computer that controls ABS and stability on my BMW after several years fails as it IS located in the engine compartment next to exhaust manifold/ cat converters. As a result the abs/stability system no longer functions. It IS known issue on BMW five series 1997-2003. Many computers fail after years…
Computer that controls ABS and stability on my BMW after several years fails as it IS located in the engine compartment next to exhaust manifold/ cat converters. As a result the abs/stability system no longer functions. It IS known issue on BMW five series 1997-2003. Many computers fail after years of service or high mileage. Brakes still function but without ABS and there IS no stability control (called dynamic stability control by BMW). The internal components fail because of heat in engine compartment. *Tr
- Engine and engine cooling › Cooling system
Auxiliary fan failure while idling for a short period of time car will begin to overheat. *Tr
- Electronic stability control (esc) · Service brakes, hydraulic
The ABS / dsc control module on my 2000 528I BMW failed. when this happens the odometer and speedometer both stop working. I would also think that the ABS safety feature for stopping the car and traction control IS compromised. *tr
- Engine and engine cooling › Cooling system
The radiator blew for no know reason. this caused damage to the engine and cooling system. Estimate of repairs $16,000. *tr
- Latches/locks/linkages › Doors › Latch
Tl*the contact owns a 2000 BMW 528I. the rear driver side door will not open from inside or outside the vehicle. in addition, both rear doors would not lock. the vehicle has not been diagnosed by the dealer. the current and failure mileages were 87,421.
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine
Cold start issues. car wants to stall upon start up. when car finally warms up the idle smoothes out. the gas mileage IS dropping due the malfunctioning seals in the double vanos system. BMW has known about this problem for a long time and they refuse to do anything about it. *jb
- Engine and engine cooling › Exhaust system › Manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe
I have a complaint against farmers auto insurance. I had an accident on 3/8/2007 in los gatos, california. A car hit the rear part of my BMW. My insurance company, farmers insurance, repaired my car and replaced the muffler with one that IS not BMW compatible. The other party's insurance company…
I have a complaint against farmers auto insurance. I had an accident on 3/8/2007 in los gatos, california. A car hit the rear part of my BMW. My insurance company, farmers insurance, repaired my car and replaced the muffler with one that IS not BMW compatible. The other party's insurance company has paid in full my, and farmers', costs. When I called the farmers' agent requesting a BMW muffler, farmers insists they can not do it. I feel my car has been downgraded - it has less value, because of this low quality repair requirement from farmers. please help me get farmers to replace the muffler with a BMW compatible one and get the other party's insurance company to reimburse the cost. tehhuei pan farmers' claim # - 1009813023
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip › Control unit/module
ABS control module failure. *tr
- Electrical system › Instrument cluster/panel
ABS control module fails ~ 5 minutes of starting the car. ABS, stability control system, and speedometer all fail and stop functioning. control module must be replaced at a cost of ~$1500 to fix. *Tr
- Air bags › Side/window
BMW 2000 model 528: driver's side airbag deployment without impact or inertial cause. No bumps, potholes or objects struck the vehicle. I was knocked out for ~ to 8 seconds at 75 mph.*ak
- Steering › Column
TL* the contact owns a 2000 BMW 528I. while driving 20 mph, and attempting to make a right turn the steering wheel continued to turn to the right and the wheels were straight. unable to gain control of the vehicle it moved forward into oncoming traffic. the vehicle was towed to a mechanic and the diagnosis was a bolt or screw was missing from the steering column. the current and failure mileage was 54,000. *ak
- Latches/locks/linkages › Doors › Latch
While in my garage exiting the vehicle, the interior driver's door handle broke off into my hand, making it impossible to exit the vehicle from the drivers seat unless the window was rolled down. upon inspection, it was determined that the handle was entirely made of plastic. the car was taken to niello BMW in sacramento, ca for replacement at the owner's cost. owner has possession of the broken handle. *nm
- Fuel system, other › Storage › Fuel gauge system
Dt*: the contact stated while driving 65 mph on normal road conditions the speedometer dropped to zero and stopped functioning. the vehicle was taken to the dealership who indicated there was no recall for this defect. *Ak
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine
Dt*: the contact stated while driving 40 mph on normal road conditions the temperature gauge indicated overheating. the vehicle was taken to an independent certified mechanic who determined the head gasket burned out due to overheating. the overheating was created by the a cooling system leak in the overflow plastic tank.
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip › Control unit/module
The design of the ABS controller on a 2000 BMW 528I IS prone to failure and will render the ABS functions inoperable. this IS an extremely common problem on this series of BMW automobiles. the failure starts with various warning lights that indicate the ABS system IS inoperable. these failures…
The design of the ABS controller on a 2000 BMW 528I IS prone to failure and will render the ABS functions inoperable. this IS an extremely common problem on this series of BMW automobiles. the failure starts with various warning lights that indicate the ABS system IS inoperable. these failures can be intermittent and it appears to be related to heat as the controller IS mounted inside the engine compartment very near the exhaust system. once failed the faulty ABS computer can cause and does cause the failure of the speed sensors mounted on the wheels. I replaced a bad wheel sensor at a cost of $93 and within 30 minutes of driving the brand new wheel sensor went bad (resistance measurement of the original bad wheel sensor was 4.4M ohm while the resistance measurement of the new wheel sensor was 8.8M ohm. after 30 minutes of driving the dashboard mounted warning lights came back on and the resistance measurement of the brand new wheel sensor was 4.4M ohm and further troubleshooting indicated a faulty ABS computer). upon opening of the ABS computer to investigate it was discoverd that the design of the priinted circuit card uses poor reliability mechanical design properties for a unit that IS exposed to extreme temperature variations and high vibration. this IS a widely reported problem with these cars but BMW and bosch (ABS computer manufacturer) refuse to acknowledge the problem and provide remedy for affected owners. this problem IS dangerous as the entire ABS could fail at any time reducing the stopping power of the car entirely or intermittently. this IS a big safety defect in these cars and by ignoring the problem both BMW and bosch are putting drivers and property at risk. *nm
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10249437The basic conditions for initializing the power windows are not met.
- 10247567Engine will crank but not start. There is no communication with the integrated fuel module (TFE) whendiagnosing with ISTA. The following two fault codes will be stored in the DME: 032B43 - Low fuel pressure system, electric fuel pump: pressure value too low CDA594 - Message (- 0x33E) missing, receiver DME, transmitter TFE
- 10245422Customers may state that the alarm system (DWA) is not active after locking their unoccupied vehicle. Depending on the vehicles equipment and settings, no acoustic or optical confirmation (folding the mirrors/blinking confirmation) is noticeable. Additionally, the red anti-theft alarm LED in the interior mirror does not briefly flash every 2 seconds, indicating the alarm is armed.
- 10160287TAKATA AIR BAG RECALL-RELATED SHORT-TERM ALTERNATE TRANSPORTATION AND CONSEQUENTIAL REPAIRS This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B01 31 18 dated October 2018.
- 10160244TAKATA AIR BAG RECALL-RELATED SHORT-TERM ALTERNATE TRANSPORTATION AND CONSEQUENTIAL REPAIRS This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B01 31 18 dated October 2018.
- 10154816In an effort to improve the completion rate on Takata air bag recall affected vehicles; BMW NA has expanded the BMW Ultimate Rewards platform to include a new Recall Support page. This page will allow IRFs to check their customers VINs for open Takata recalls; and get rewarded for helping us with completing repairs.
- 10153726Takata class action settlement. Customer support program. Front driver side airbag modules.
- 10152674Radio / Navigation / Head Unit Identification Guide
- 10149557For the above-referenced vehicles with driver?s side airbag modules, BMW of North America, LLC (?BMW NA?) will provide a Customer Support Program as outlined in the Takata Settlement Customer Support Program Overview attachment. This ?component-specific? customer support program applies only if there is a defect in materials or workmanship of the Takata driver?s side airbag module in a listed vehicle.
- 10135028SERVICE ACTION: PROGRAM DME: The incorrect dataset could be programmed into DME 5.2.1 control module.
- 10037025BMW: procedure for determining and replacing incandescent and halogen light bulbs under warranty.
- 10036979BMW: a new technical process has been created for BMW to identify causes of steering complaints with a wide range of models.
- 10033130BMW vehicles: fuel level sensor repairs. Where it IS necessary to replace the right or the left side fuel level sensor due to a failure, the entire pump and housing or delivery unit (suction jet assembly) do not need to be replaced as well. In some cases, epc does not show that the repair kit IS available separately in the illustration, but it IS available in the parts description. All models. No model years listed.
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