2018 BMW 5 series xDrive
WBAJA7C50JG908021
Vehicle history report for the 2018 BMW 5 series xDrive (VIN WBAJA7C50JG908021). Black, sedan/saloon, 2.0L 4-cyl 248 hp, gasoline. Title: Clean. 20,661 mi reported. Registered in Ny. No open recalls. Unlock full title, salvage, lien & accident history.
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Safety recalls None found
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Common problems & what to inspect
Based on 78 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2018 BMW 5 series, here are the most-reported problem areas — and exactly what to check before you buy.
💥 1 involved a crash 🚑 2 reported injuries
🔍 Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
🔍 Check that every belt latches, retracts and locks under a sharp tug, and that none are frayed.
🔍 Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
🔍 Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
🔍 Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
🔍 Check coolant level and color, look for leaks, and confirm the engine reaches normal temperature without overheating.
Pre-purchase checklist
- Match the VIN on the dash, door jamb and title — they must be identical.
- Cold-start the engine; listen for knocks and check for blue or white exhaust smoke.
- Test-drive through all gears at low and highway speed — no slipping, shudder or pulling.
- Confirm every warning light clears at startup (none should stay on).
- Check fluids — oil, coolant, transmission — for level, color and leaks.
- Look underneath for rust, fresh undercoating or signs of collision repair.
- Always get an independent pre-purchase inspection from a trusted mechanic.
Owner complaints 78
Complaints filed with NHTSA by owners of the 2018 BMW 5 series.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE
My 2018 BMW 530e suddenly shut down while I was driving. I charged it overnight, but the next day it showed a check‑engine light and a drivetrain failure warning. I tried driving it again, and it drove for some distance and shutdown after few minutes. Luckily, i was able to park the car on the side of the road. I brought(towed) it to a mechanic, and he told …
NHTSA ODI #11722098ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,AIR BAGS
The contact owns a 2018 BMW 530E. The contact stated that while the vehicle was at the dealer for water pump repairs, the wrench warning light was illuminated, and the message "Passenger Seat Restraint Sensor Failure" was displayed. The contact stated that the dealer inspected the vehicle and diagnosed that the passenger's seat occupant weight sensor had fa…
NHTSA ODI #11707996AIR BAGS,SEAT BELTS,SEATS
Passenger seat occupancy sensor faulty causing restraint system malfunction and seat belt warning
NHTSA ODI #11697612ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
I got a "Drivetrain malfunction" error on my 2018 530e bmw, which is a hybrid plug-in model. I sent the car to the local dealer. They did all the diagnosis and concluded the high voltage battery needed to be replaced. However, they told me that the warranty (80K/8 years) will not cover it although my card is still in the warranty period. The dealer said that…
NHTSA ODI #11672168ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VISIBILITY/WIPER
Infotainment System interplay through audio voices coming from place of employment this have been unusual to audio system in various of my vehicles this over the air bugs are safety concerns as well as frequent unexpected wiper blade activation without touching for auto movement complex to electrical issues uncommon to vehicle routing infotainment system lea…
NHTSA ODI #11670682AIR BAGS
It keeps coming up with the error message passenger restraint system malfunction
NHTSA ODI #11669239UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Sunroof exploded, glass shards everywhere. This has to be a manufacturer defect
NHTSA ODI #11669337ENGINE
I was driving home after picking my son up from school and out of no where the vehicle temperature was in the red and a message popped up stating that vehicle coolant needed to be replenished but that continued driving of the vehicle was ok. It was not ok at all! The car started smoking and we were left stranded on the side of the road. I’ve read numerous b…
NHTSA ODI #11667326+ 70 more complaints on record.
