MYRModel Year Report

2016 BMW 528I

● Typical for this model
2016 BMW 528I
RENDERED 2026-08-02T12:59:51.764Z

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 PER YEAR

Complaints per year, BMW 528I Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2016 highlighted. 1980: 2 complaints 1980 1997: 41 complaints 1998: 33 complaints 1998 1999: 46 complaints 2000: 42 complaints 2000 2001: 2 complaints 2007: 1 complaints 2007 2008: 118 complaints 2009: 22 complaints 2009 2010: 65 complaints 2011: 117 complaints 2011 2012: 89 complaints 2013: 73 complaints 2013 2014: 56 complaints 2015: 62 complaints 2015 2016: 57 complaints 2016
2016: 57 complaints
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YearComplaints
19802
199741
199833
199946
200042
20012
20071
2008118
200922
201065
2011117
201289
201373
201456
201562
201657

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 58%

58% of complaints: electrical system — 33 distinct reports on file.

FIRE INJURY
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My coolant line overheated. From the leaking water pump and pcv that exploded all over my engine causing it to overheat and now how has not turned back on.

NHTSA ODI report, 20251102

The contact owned a 2016 BMW 528I. The contact stated that while driving at 30 -35 MPH with the windows down, there was a smoke odor present. The contact pulled over into a parking lot and smoke was discovered coming from the front of the vehicle.

NHTSA ODI report, 20241023

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING 46%

46% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 26 distinct reports on file.

FIRE
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The contact owned a 2016 BMW 528I. The contact stated that while driving at 30 -35 MPH with the windows down, there was a smoke odor present. The contact pulled over into a parking lot and smoke was discovered coming from the front of the vehicle.

NHTSA ODI report, 20241023

ENGINE 30%

30% of complaints: engine — 17 distinct reports on file.

FIRE INJURY
AIR BAGS 9%

9% of complaints: air bags — 5 distinct reports on file.

CRASH INJURY
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TAKATA RECALL,, 12-20-2017 I WAS IN A COLLISION. MY VEHICLE REAR ENDED A VEHICLE WHILE TRYING TO STOP. I WAS ALONE IN MY VEHICLE. THE DRIVER SIDE STEERING WHEEL AND KNEE AIRBAGS DEPLOYED.

NHTSA ODI report, 20180409

SUSPENSION 5%

5% of complaints: suspension — 3 distinct reports on file.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20151228 — child seat, seats

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2016 528i, 528i xDrive, 535i, 535i xDrive, 535d xDrive, M5, 550i, 550i xDrive, and 535d sedans.

Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, repair the inboard lower anchor on the left rear seat, free of charge. The recall began on December 28, 2015. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Campaign 15V718000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20170210 — air bags

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2017 BMW 640i, 640i xDrive, 650i, 650i xDrive, M6, 535i, 535i xDrive, 430i, 430i xDrive, 440i, 440i xDrive, M4, X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i, i3, i8, Rolls-Royce Dawn, Mini Clubman...

Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the air bag modules, free of charge. The recall began February 6, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Campaign 16V914000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20190703 — seat belts

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i, MINI Hardtop 4 Door Cooper, Mini Hardtop 4 Door Cooper S, MINI Cooper Clubman, and Cooper S Clubman, 2017 Rolls-Royce Ghost, and 2016 528i...

Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's seat belt assembly, free of charge. The recall began July 3, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Campaign 16V747000 — check if this car was fixed

I 20210917 — EA (open)

Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture

R 20250328 — electrical system, engine and engine cooling

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.

Campaign 24V608000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2016 BMW 528I — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (33 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (26 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine issues (17 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 15V718000 (child seat, seats) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 16V914000 (air bags) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 16V747000 (seat belts) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 24V608000 (electrical system, engine and engine cooling) has been completed.
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OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

▲ 1998 ▲ 1997 ▲ 2000

WORST YEARS

■ 2008 ■ 2011 ◆ 2012

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FAQ

Is the 2016 BMW 528I reliable?

Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2016 BMW 528I is rated "typical".

What are the most common problems with the 2016 BMW 528I?

The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 58% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2016 BMW 528I have?

4 recalls on file for this model year.

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