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BMW 528XI

2013–2014 only

76 classified complaints 1 recall

2013–2014 BMW 528XI models have 76 classified complaints on record for these years specifically, plus 1 recall. The most common issue in this range is Timing chain, guides and tensioners, typically surfacing around 87,750 miles.

Computed directly from stored federal records for 2013–2014 model years only — not blended with the rest of this vehicle's production run. See the full BMW 528XI report for every year combined.

Where this range fits

2008–2012

2013–2014

Complaints filed per 5-year model-year window — highlighted bars link to their own dedicated page.

What breaks, and when — 2013–2014 only

Timing chain, guides and tensioners · Engine 30 complaints

Median onset: 87,750 miles.

Typical repair: $1,340–$2,500 nationally.

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Body control and other modules · Electrical 9 complaints

Median onset: 41,400 miles.

Tends to show up earlier than this model's other issues. · More common in older model years.

Airbags, seatbelts and restraints · Body and interior 9 complaints

Median onset: 68,000 miles.

More common in older model years.

Stalling and no-start · Engine 6 complaints

Median onset: 35,501 miles.

Tends to show up earlier than this model's other issues.

Internal engine (bearings, pistons, rings) · Engine 4 complaints

Median onset: 90,000 miles.

Fuel pump and sending unit · Fuel system 3 complaints

Median onset: 80,400 miles.

More common in newer model years. · Typical repair: $630–$1,700 nationally.

Water leaks and seals · Body and interior 3 complaints

Onset mileage not consistently reported.

More common in older model years.

Cooling system: radiator, water pump, thermostat, fan · Engine 2 complaints

Onset mileage not consistently reported.

Typical repair: $260–$1,910 nationally.

From owner-filed complaints to NHTSA, not independently verified. Federal mileage reporting on recent complaints is sparse — see how it works. Cost ranges are national estimates from book labor hours and parts pricing, not this vehicle's actual repair history — they don't account for your location or shop type.

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Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation — complaints and recalls, scoped to 2013–2014 model years. See the full BMW 528XI report for every year and full specs/safety data.