1999 BMW 528
Only 3 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 3 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 3
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
1999: 3 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1982 | 0 |
| 1983 | 0 |
| 1984 | 0 |
| 1985 | 0 |
| 1986 | 1 |
| 1987 | 1 |
| 1988 | 1 |
| 1989 | 0 |
| 1990 | 0 |
| 1991 | 0 |
| 1992 | 0 |
| 1997 | 13 |
| 1998 | 7 |
| 1999 | 3 |
| 2000 | 5 |
Known problem areas
Only 3 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Seat belts
1 of 3 total reports mentions: seat belts, most commonly citing front.
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Consumer stated after locking the driver side seat belt, the lap belt became unbolted from the floor board. Dealer and manufacturer had been contacted. Ts as of 12/21/2002 the defect has been repaired at no charge to consumer.
NHTSA ODI report, 2002-11-25
Latches/locks/linkages
1 of 3 total reports mentions: latches/locks/linkages, most commonly citing latch.
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While opening driver's door knob fell off in conusmer's hand. Dealer was contacted, and and replaced knob. Please provide further information.
NHTSA ODI report, 2002-01-03
Exterior lighting
1 of 3 total reports mentions: exterior lighting, most commonly citing headlights.
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Tl*the contact owns a 1999 BMW 528. While traveling 55 MPH the contact attempted to activate the headlights, and they began blinking ,and the contact smelled smoke coming from the inside of the vehicle.
NHTSA ODI report, 2007-04-17
Also filed under Electrical system
Electrical system
1 of 3 total reports mentions: electrical system.
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
1999 BMW 528 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Seat belts: 1 report on file for this year.
- Latches/locks/linkages: 1 report on file for this year.
- Exterior lighting: 1 report on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 1999 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 1999 BMW 528?
- The most-reported component is seat belts, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1999 BMW 528 have?
- No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.