2013 BMW 528xi
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2013 BMW 528xi is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 132 on record.
2013 BMW 528xi at a glance
Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.
2013 BMW 528xi recalls 1
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2013 528i, 528i xDrive, 535i, 535i xDrive, 550i, 550i xDrive, and ActiveHybrid 5 vehicles. The rear reflex reflectors may not reflect enough light. As such, the vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear reflex reflectors, free of charge. The recall began July 28, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
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.
2013 BMW 528xi common problems
The most-reported problem areas across all 56 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.
2013 BMW 528xi safety ratings
Rollover risk: 9.3% — NHTSA's estimated chance of rollover in a single-vehicle crash (dynamic test: no tip).
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2013 BMW 528 XI 4 DR AWD. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.
What's a 2013 BMW 528xi worth?
Investigations & service bulletins
Manufacturer service bulletins 11
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. Showing the 10 most recent of 11.
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Bulletin B510819 · Electrical System, Visibility · Jan 2024The electrical system of BMW vehicles has been subject to an ongoing development process over the last few years. This has led to increased demands being placed on the battery. This document covers important information for the dealer on how to handle âÂÂdi…
Bulletin B611305 · Electrical System · Jan 2024Engine will crank but not start. There is no communication with the integrated fuel module (TFE) whendiagnosing with ISTA. The following two fault codes will be stored in the DME: 032B43 - Low fuel pressure system, electric fuel pump: pressure value too low CD…
Bulletin B160623 · Engine And Engine Cooling, Fuel System, Gasoline · Dec 2023Customers may state that the alarm system (DWA) is not active after locking their unoccupied vehicle. Depending on the vehicleâÂÂs equipment and settings, no acoustic or optical confirmation (folding the mirrors/blinking confirmation) is noticeable. Additio…
Bulletin B653423 · Electrical System, Equipment · Nov 2023Butt connector for repairing a plug connection. The ?top up coolant? message is displayed in the central display (CC message ID 166). When checking the cooling system there are no leaks found and the expansion tank is filled to the proper level.
Bulletin B170318 · Electrical System · Aug 2018Visual Inspection of Brake discs/Rotors for new car deliveries
Bulletin SIM010617 · Service Brakes · Jun 2017The engine?s intake charge-air duct limited warranty extension to 10 years/120,000 miles applies to ?eligible USspecification
Bulletin SIM010717 · Engine And Engine Cooling · Jun 2017Shipping specific non-deployed vehicle safety devices to lighting resources, llc. This service Information bulletin provides information on shipping "specific" noin-deployed vehicle safety devices that are classified as Dangerous Goods (DG) to Lighting resourc…
Bulletin SIM010917 · Equipment · Jun 2017The customer complains of rattling noises from the rear window when driving on rough roads.
Bulletin B510415 · Visibility · Apr 2015BMW: SOME VEHICLES EXPERIENCING VARIOUS MESSAGE DISPLAYED REGARDING MALFUNCTION OF LED HEADLIGHT, WITH OPTIONS 0552 AND 0524. *PE
Bulletin SIB-63-10-14 · Exterior Lighting · Oct 2014Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the 528XI AWD. Model-year data, not specific to one car.