Recalls (1)
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2013 BMW 528xi. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
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Check on NHTSA ↗Rear Reflex Reflectors/FMVSS 108
- Summary
- 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."
- Consequence
- The vehicle may be less visible to other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- 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.
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Owner complaints (56)
56 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The engine is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 56 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 32 | 57.1% |
| Power train | 16 | 28.6% |
| Electrical system | 13 | 23.2% |
| Engine and engine cooling | 6 | 10.7% |
| Unknown or other | 6 | 10.7% |
| Exterior lighting | 5 | 8.9% |
| Air bags | 2 | 3.6% |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 2 | 3.6% |
| Seat belts | 1 | 1.8% |
| Seats | 1 | 1.8% |
How 2013 compares with other 528xi years
Best and worst 528xi years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 31 | 0 |
| 2009 | 6 | 0 |
| 2010 | 10 | 0 |
| 2012 | 54 | 0 |
| 2013 | 56 | 1 |
| 2014 | 1 | 1 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Crash tests: 5 stars overall
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), 2013 BMW 528xi 4 dr awd, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
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2013 BMW 528xi FAQ
How many recalls does the 2013 BMW 528xi have?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign: 15V188000 (lighting). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2013 BMW 528xi problems?
Owners filed 56 complaints with NHTSA. Engine (32), Power train (16), Electrical system (13) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What safety rating did the 2013 BMW 528xi get?
NHTSA rated the 2013 BMW 528xi 4 dr awd 5 stars overall, with 4 stars frontal, 5 stars side and 5 stars rollover (9.3% rollover risk).
How does the 2013 528xi compare with other years?
Among the 2008–2014 BMW 528xi model years at least five years old, the 2014 drew the fewest complaints (1) and the 2013 the most (56). The 2013 drew 56. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.