MYRModel Year Report

2009 BMW 528XI

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2009 BMW 528XI
RENDERED 2026-08-02T13:33:20.417Z

Only 6 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 6 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 528XI Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2009 highlighted. 2008: 30 complaints 2008 2009: 6 complaints 2009 2010: 10 complaints 2010 2012: 53 complaints 2012 2013: 54 complaints 2013 2014: 1 complaints 2014
2009: 6 complaints
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YearComplaints
200830
20096
201010
201253
201354
20141

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 6 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

ENGINE

4 of 6 total reports mention: engine.

FIRE
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 BMW 528XI.

NHTSA ODI report, 20180220

IN DECEMBER 2017 RECALL WAS ISSUED REGARDING ENGINE COMPONENT KNOWN AS POSITIVE CRANKCASE VENTILATION (PCV) VALVE HEATER.

NHTSA ODI report, 20180903

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

2 of 6 total reports mention: electrical system.

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IN DECEMBER 2017 RECALL WAS ISSUED REGARDING ENGINE COMPONENT KNOWN AS POSITIVE CRANKCASE VENTILATION (PCV) VALVE HEATER.

NHTSA ODI report, 20180903

I RECEIVED A MESSAGE THAT THE RIGHT BRAKE LIGHT AND SIGNAL LIGHT WERE MALFUNCTIONING.

NHTSA ODI report, 20130819

POWER TRAIN

1 of 6 total reports mentions: power train.

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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 BMW 528XI. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 10-20 MPH, THE TRANSMISSION FAILED. WHEN THE CONTACT TRIED TO ACCELERATE, THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT MOVE. AS A RESULT, THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED.

NHTSA ODI report, 20141119

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

1 of 6 total reports mentions: exterior lighting.

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I RECEIVED A MESSAGE THAT THE RIGHT BRAKE LIGHT AND SIGNAL LIGHT WERE MALFUNCTIONING.

NHTSA ODI report, 20130819

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2009 BMW 528XI — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for engine issues (4 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for power train issues (1 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2009 BMW 528XI 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 2009 BMW 528XI?

The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 67% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2009 BMW 528XI have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

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