1985 BMW 528
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 1985 BMW 528 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 1 on record.
1985 BMW 528 at a glance
Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.
1985 BMW 528 recalls 0
No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 1985 BMW 528.
Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.
Dimensions & weight
Manufacturer-reported figures for the 1985 BMW 528. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.
Investigations & service bulletins
NHTSA defect investigations 5
HEATER CORE FAILURE Closed
NHTSA #EA92017 · Visibility · opened Jun 1992 · closed Mar 1993MSTR CYL FAILS TO RELEASE Closed
NHTSA #EA90002 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · opened Oct 1989 · closed Oct 1990BRAKES DRAG & FAIL Closed
SUMMARY: THE BRAKES REPORTEDLY BEGAN TO DRAG AND LOCK WITHOUTWARNING DURING HIGHWAY DRIVING ON 4 VEHICLES. THE CAUSE IS NOTKNOWN AT THIS TIME.===
NHTSA #PE89142 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · opened Jul 1989 · closed Oct 1989BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH Closed
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NHTSA #EA89007 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · opened Dec 1988 · closed Jul 1989BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH FAILURE Closed
NHTSA #PE88086 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · opened Aug 1988 · closed Dec 1988An investigation means NHTSA is examining a possible defect — it is not a recall, and many close without one.
Manufacturer service bulletins 1
Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered.
The basic conditions for initializing the power windows are not met.
Bulletin B510819 · Electrical System, Visibility · Jan 2024Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the 528. Model-year data, not specific to one car.
About the BMW 528
The BMW E12 is the first generation of 5 Series executive cars, which was produced from 1972 to 1981 and replaced the saloon models of the BMW New Class range.
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