MYRModel Year Report

1998 BMW 528

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1998 BMW 528
RENDERED 2026-09-17T04:24:59.211Z

Only 7 complaints 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 7 complaints 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, 1998 highlighted. 1986: 1 complaints 1986 1987: 1 complaints 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
1998: 7 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 7 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

2 of 7 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing wiring and 12v/24v/48v battery.

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WHILE DRIVING AT 65 MPH VEHICLE STALLED. CONSUMER PULLED OUT OF THE ROAD, OPENED THE HOOD, AND FOUND MANY WIRES WERE MELTED DUE TO ENGINE REACHING HIGH TEMPERATURES. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 20040227

AIR BAGS

2 of 7 total reports mention: air bags, most commonly citing side/window.

INJURY
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WHILE SWITCHING ON VEHICLE SIDE AIR BAG ON DRIVER'S SIDE DEPLOYED FOR NO REASON; VEHICLE AT DEALER SHOP.*AK

NHTSA ODI report, 20010827

RECALL FOR DEFECTIVE AIRBAGS. *TR

NHTSA ODI report, 20141118

TIRES

1 of 7 total reports mentions: tires.

SUSPENSION

1 of 7 total reports mentions: suspension, most commonly citing wheel bearing.

STEERING

1 of 7 total reports mentions: steering.

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POWER SEAT POSITION MEMORY COMPUTER FAILED. *YC

NHTSA ODI report, 19990409

Also filed under SEATS

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1998 BMW 528 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for air bags issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for tires issues (1 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1998 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 1998 BMW 528?

The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 29% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1998 BMW 528 have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.