BMW 528I hesitation problems

Filed Dec 22, 2025 · Engine · 145,000 miles · SC

The contact owns a 2010 BMW 528I. The contact stated that the vehicle was repaired under the federal safety agency Campaign: 23V707000 (Engine and Engine Cooling); however, the repair failed to prevent a failure. The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle, there was an abnormally loud rattling sound coming from under the hood. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed in Manual Mode, the vehicle independently shifted to neutral(N), the steering wheel became firm, and the transmission failed to shift out of neutral. In addition, the contact stated that while attempting to accelerate from a stop, the vehicle hesitated while accelerating with the accelerator pedal depressed. The contact stated that the vehicle was towed back to the same local dealer on various occasions; however, the failure reoccurred. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 145,000.

Filed Jul 1, 2024 · Engine · 151,597 miles · TX

The contact owns a 2011 BMW 528I. The contact stated that the vehicle hesitated while depressing the accelerator pedal after a complete stop. Two days later, the contact stated that the vehicle failed to start after several attempts with the check engine warning light illuminated. Due to the failure, the vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where the contact was informed that the VANOS bolts had fractured and entered the oil pan. The contact was then informed that the vehicle was included in the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 23V707000 (Engine and Engine Cooling); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The failure mileage was 151,597. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

Filed May 8, 2023 · Fuel system · 135,700 miles · CA

The contact owns a 2014 BMW 528i. The contact stated that upon acceleration from a stop or after the vehicle was parked, the engine delayed 10 to 15 seconds before accelerating as needed. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle started to hesitate and then stalled. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact was able to restart the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was placed on a diagnostic machine and produced codes: 11A002 and 118401 and diagnosed that the high-pressure fuel pump needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and the contact was informed that the VIN was not included in a recall and to contact the federal safety agency Hotline. The failure mileage was approximately 135,700.

Filed Dec 27, 2022 · Engine · 107,000 miles · CA

The contact owns a 2008 BMW 528I. The contact stated that while starting the vehicle in the morning, the vehicle hesitated, and revved up approximately three times. The contact stated that the vehicle operated as needed after driving approximately a half a mile. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 22V119000 (Engine and Engine Cooling) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted and advised the contact to take the vehicle in for diagnostic testing. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 107,000. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

Filed May 7, 2022 · Engine · TX

SUBJECT: Recall Campaign 14V‑176: N51, N52K and N52T Engine – Replace VANOS Gear Bolts, (This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B11 07 14 dated September 2014). My 2011 BMW 528i has around 279000KM and Vanos Gear bolts are broken that Could Lead to Engine Stall and although the federal safety agency has issued recall campaign but BMW dealers are refusing the repair by saying that no such recall is showing against my vin [XXX]. As per online research this is a known issue in my car model and the federal safety agency has already issued a recall campaign#14V‑176 as showing at the top of this statement. I had this issue with VANOS for almost 3 yrs as car was throwing error message once in a while and engine hesitates and bogs at lower RPM. Rough idling/ increase in engine misfires, Increase in fuel consumption. I changed several parts to troubleshoot but could not figure out the actual root cause of this problem, until recently an independent shop opened the engine to change the Engine valve cover/PCV valve, when they noticed that 2 VANOS Gear bolts are broken. That mechanic advised me to contact BMW immediately and stop driving the car as this can lead to permanent serious damage to my engine and car will stall immediately that may cause an accident or a crash. I have always taken good care of this car and hoping BMW to cover the parts/labor cost under recall campaign. I would really appreciate your help is getting this matter resolved with BMW Canada. [XXX] . [XXX] INFORMATION Redacted PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).

Filed Jan 14, 2018 · Electrical, Fuel system · 86,000 miles · FL

While driving, the car started to hesitate, didn't accelerate, and shut down. While turning out of the gas station onto the major road, it stalled. I had to put the car in park and then tried to restart it. After the third try it restarted. Once after starting the vehicle, the car started to shake violently and a message came up about the powertrain.

Filed May 25, 2016 · Transmission · 70,000 miles · CA

Check engine light on rough running, hesitation and jerking when accelerating.

Filed Feb 13, 2015 · Acceleration · 21,000 miles · LA

There is hesitation or delay with this vehicle upon initial acceleration and when it finally does accelerate it almost gives you whip lash. This is dangerous because you are at intersection and unable to proceed through it initially and then you accelerate at a significant rate. It is so frustrating. And I do not feel safe driving this car. I hope I do not get a neck injury from taking off so suddenly and I pray that when I do accelerate, it is not into the vehicle in front of me.

Filed Aug 5, 2014 · Electrical, Fuel system · 31,000 miles · MI

This vehicle has a hesitation of throttle acceleration from idle and shifting between gears.presents a real safety issue from idle position to acceleration. A 1-2 second delay consistently happens. The bmw dealer reported to me that they are aware of this situation but do not have a solution yet. If enough reports of this incident were handed in then it may necessitate a cure from bmw. Apparently not enough squeaky wheels per say for bmw to act.hopefully this along with hundreds of these complaints already on your web site about this very same issue is enough to get bmw to act on this safety issue.

Filed Feb 22, 2013 · Engine, Transmission · 33,000 miles · TX

From a complete stop, when accelerating, there is a lag or hesitation before the car takes off. When it does take off, there is a hard jerk. It makes it very hard to gauge the distance between you and other cars when it lunges very quickly. If you're pulling into traffic, as in my case, it can be very dangerous. Also if it's wet, and this happens, it could cause you to lose control of your vehicle. This needs to be investigated, as it can be a major safety issue.