MYRModel Year Report

2014 BMW 528I

● Typical for this model
2014 BMW 528I
RENDERED 2026-11-01T16:54:43.367Z

This year's complaint volume is within 30% of this model's typical year.

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.

How is this computed?

Complaints
56
Recalls
3

Campaigns on file for 2014

Investigations
1

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Electrical system

45% of complaints

Complaints per year

1980: 2 complaints 1980 1997: 41 complaints 1998: 33 complaints 1998 1999: 46 complaints 2000: 42 complaints 2000 2001: 2 complaints 2007: 1 complaint 2007 2008: 118 complaints 2009: 23 complaints 2009 2010: 65 complaints 2011: 118 complaints 2011 2012: 90 complaints 2013: 73 complaints 2014: 56 complaints 2014 56 2015: 63 complaints 2016: 59 complaints
1980: 2 complaints 1980 1997: 41 complaints 1997 1998: 33 complaints 1998 1999: 46 complaints 1999 2000: 42 complaints 2000 2001: 2 complaints 2001 2007: 1 complaint 2007 2008: 118 complaints 2008 2009: 23 complaints 2009 2010: 65 complaints 2010 2011: 118 complaints 2011 2012: 90 complaints 2012 2013: 73 complaints 2013 2014: 56 complaints 2014 56 2015: 63 complaints 2015 2016: 59 complaints 2016
1980: 2 complaints 1980 1997: 41 complaints 1997 1998: 33 complaints 1998 1999: 46 complaints 1999 2000: 42 complaints 2000 2001: 2 complaints 2001 2007: 1 complaint 2007 2008: 118 complaints 2008 2009: 23 complaints 2009 2010: 65 complaints 2010 2011: 118 complaints 2011 2012: 90 complaints 2012 2013: 73 complaints 2013 2014: 56 complaints 2014 56 2015: 63 complaints 2015 2016: 59 complaints 2016

2014: 56 complaints

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YearComplaints
19802
199741
199833
199946
200042
20012
20071
2008118
200923
201065
2011118
201290
201373
201456
201563
201659

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Electrical system

45% · 25 reports
FIREINJURY
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The contact owned a 2014 BMW 528i. The contact stated while the vehicle was parked, the contact stated that a neighbor knocked on the door and informed the contact that the vehicle was on fire.

NHTSA ODI report, 2025-02-19

Also filed under Engine and engine cooling

while driving on highway at 65 mph the vehicle electrical system began to go haywire and the power steering and brakes both stopped functioning making it impossible to control vehicle.

NHTSA ODI report, 2022-05-14

Also filed under Engine and fuel/propulsion system

Engine and engine cooling

34% · 19 reports
FIREINJURY
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The contact owned a 2014 BMW 528i. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the electrical discharge warning light illuminated and the contact noticed fire coming from the rear end of the vehicle.

NHTSA ODI report, 2025-05-30

Engine

25% · 14 reports
INJURY
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Tl* the contact owns a 2014 BMW 528I. The contact stated that while driving at 25 MPH, the vehicle drove through a puddle of water and shut off without warning. The vehicle was towed to dealer where it was diagnosed that the engine was hydro locked.

NHTSA ODI report, 2015-10-09

Fuel/propulsion system

9% · 5 reports
INJURY

Power train

9% · 5 reports

Most commonly citing driveline.

Safety timeline

3 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first

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  1. R
    2017-07-27Exterior lighting15V188000 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.

    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.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  2. I
    2021-09-17Engineering analysisOpen Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture
  3. R
    2024-09-06Air bags24V527000 BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2015 6 Series Gran Coupe, 2014 5 Series Gran Turismo, 2014 5 Series Sedan, 2015 6 Series Convertible, 2015 6 Series Coupe, 2014 X5, 2013-2014 X3, 2014-2015 3 Series Sedan, 2014 4 Series Coupe,...

    Remedy: The driver's front air bag will be replaced, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 6, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

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  4. R
    2025-03-28Electrical system, engine and engine cooling24V608000 BMW of North America, LLC.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the water pump and plug connector as necessary, and install a protective shield, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 28, 2025. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

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Buy-smart checklist

2014 BMW 528I — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Electrical system: 25 reports on file for this year.
  • Engine and engine cooling: 19 reports on file for this year.
  • Engine: 14 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 15V188000 · Exterior lighting
  • Recall 24V527000 · Air bags
  • Recall 24V608000 · Electrical system, engine and engine cooling
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

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FAQ

Is the 2014 BMW 528I reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2014 BMW 528I is rated "typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2014 BMW 528I?
The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 45% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2014 BMW 528I have?
3 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.