Tl*the contact owns a 1999 bmw 528. While traveling 55 MPH the contact attempted to activate the headlights, and they began blinking ,and the contact smelled smoke coming from the inside of the vehicle. He lifted the hood, and attempted to disconnect the battery cable, but it was too late. The police department was notified, but by the time they arrived the vehicle was on fire. The current mileage iwas 121,000 , and failure mileage was 120,000.
The worst 1999 BMW 528 problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Electrical1
- Lights1
- Locks1
- Seat belts1
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- Electrical1
- Lights1
- Locks1
- Seat belts1
Recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Technical service bulletins for the 1999 BMW 528 1
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What 1999 BMW 528 owners say
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Consumer stated after locking the driver side seat belt, the lap belt became unbolted from the floor board. Dealer and manufacturer had been contacted. Ts as of 12/21/2002 the defect has been repaired at no charge to consumer. *jg
While opening driver's door knob fell off in conusmer's hand. Dealer was contacted, and and replaced knob. Please provide further information.
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Is the 1999 BMW 528 reliable?
Owners have filed 3 complaints about the 1999 BMW 528, fewer than a typical 528 model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1999 BMW 528?
Electrical system, with 1 complaint. Next is lights (1).
How many recalls does the 1999 BMW 528 have?
No recalls on record.
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