MYRModel Year Report

1987 BMW 528

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1987 BMW 528
RENDERED 2026-08-02T13:19:39.055Z

Only 1 complaint on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 1 complaint on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, BMW 528 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1987 highlighted. 1982: 0 complaints 1982 1983: 0 complaints 1984: 0 complaints 1984 1985: 0 complaints 1986: 1 complaints 1986 1987: 1 complaints 1987 1988: 1 complaints 1988 1989: 0 complaints 1990: 0 complaints 1990 1991: 0 complaints 1992: 0 complaints 1992 1997: 13 complaints 1998: 7 complaints 1998 1999: 3 complaints 2000: 5 complaints 2000
1987: 1 complaints
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YearComplaints
19820
19830
19840
19850
19861
19871
19881
19890
19900
19910
19920
199713
19987
19993
20005

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 1 complaint on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

1 of 1 total report mentions: fuel system, gasoline.

Show complaint excerpts

FUEL LINE LEAK PRIOR TO RECALL (94V-066) *SKD

NHTSA ODI report, 19951109

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 19870320 — exterior lighting

BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH COULD OVERHEAT, EVENTUALLY LEADING TO MELTING OF PLASTIC INTERNAL PARTS IN AREA OF ELECTRICAL CONTACTS.

Remedy: REPLACE BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH WITH REVISED SWITCH WITH INCREASED ELECTRICAL LOAD CAPACITY.

Campaign 86V151000 — check if this car was fixed

I 19890714 — PE (closed 19891012)

BRAKES DRAG & FAIL

I 19891012 — EA (closed 19901030)

MSTR CYL FAILS TO RELEASE

I 19920602 — EA (closed 19930330)

HEATER CORE FAILURE

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1987 BMW 528 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for fuel system, gasoline issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 86V151000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1987 BMW 528 reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 1987 BMW 528?

The most-reported component is fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1987 BMW 528 have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.