BMW 530I check engine light comes on

Filed Apr 17, 2026 · Airbags, Electrical · TX

The contact owns a 2020 BMW 530I. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that while driving from a complete stop, and while driving at various speeds, the vehicle hesitated while depressing the accelerator pedal. Additionally, the contact stated that the infotainment system might have been remotely hacked. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed with an air bag failure. Additionally, the contact was informed that the vehicle could not be repaired under the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 25V636000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM); because the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the vehicle had failed the State Inspection due to the open recall. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was unknown.

Filed Jan 24, 2025 · Engine · 105,000 miles · TN

The contact's wife owns a 2018 BMW 530I. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact refilled the coolant reservoir, and the warning light turned off; however, the check engine light soon returned. The vehicle was towed to a dealer where a diagnostic test discovered that coolant and freon had leaked from the turbo lines, causing damages to the oil housing and water pump. The dealer provided the contact with an estimate for the repair. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 105,000.

Filed Jan 16, 2025 · Fuel system · CA

Subject: Urgent Issue with EVAP System Failure Dear Safety Highway Control, I discovered that the EVAP system in my car has failed, confirmed by a computer diagnostic at the Body Shop. The dealer mentioned no recalls, so I contacted the recall department who advised me to contact you. The check engine light has been on, prompting this urgent report. Your prompt investigation is greatly appreciated. Sincerely, [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Filed Jan 19, 2023 · Engine · 156,000 miles · MD

The contact owns a 2006 BMW 530I. 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 contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The local dealer was notified of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact stated that on multiple occasions while the vehicle was idling, the vehicle lunged forward with the check engine warning light intermittently illuminated. The contact stated that a certified mechanic inspected the vehicle and determined that an O2 sensor, coil, and other unknown failures were affected by the recall. Additionally, the contact stated that she had to add a quart of oil every 400 miles. The contact also noticed a burning odor throughout the vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 156,000.

Filed Apr 26, 2022 · Engine · 2,000 miles · CA

The contact owns a 2006 BMW 530i. The contact stated while driving approximately 15 MPH, the vehicle started smoking from the engine and steering wheel. There was no fire in the vehicle. The check engine light illuminated on the instrument panel. The contact pulled over safely to the side of the road. The vehicle was cooled down and then was driven to an independent mechanic who was unable to determine the cause of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the failure persisted. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 2,000.

Filed Mar 9, 2022 · Airbags · 127,000 miles · MD

The contact owns a 2006 BMW 530i. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, the passenger’s side air bag warning light illuminated, and remained illuminated. Additionally, the check engine and brake warning lights also illuminated. The contact had not taken the vehicle to a dealer to be diagnosed. The failure was intermittent. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer had not been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 127,000.

Filed Jan 28, 2012 · Airbags · 114,416 miles · FL

Owner of a 2004 bmw 530i . Upon starting my car one morning for my trip to work, the passenger air bag malfunction indicator lamp came on, reflected on the dash near the speedometer. There was no movement of the car at that time. I made an appointment with my local bmw dealer, and after having it evaluated, was told my problem is not covered under a warranty ... That it would cost me $887.08 plus tax just to repair it (replace module, program vehicle,passenger door airbag faulty). I do not believe this to be true, that the air bag malfunction is not covered, as too many other owners (from my research via the internet) of this vehicle have had the same issues with similar mileage.

Filed Aug 24, 2011 · Transmission · 106,823 miles · FL

I recently purchased a 2002 bmw 530i on august 24, 2011 and about three weeks in to owning the vehicle the check engine light came on. It seems the code reads p0741 I.e. Torque converter solenoid circuit stuck off. The vehicle only has 107k on it however, doesn't seem to have any misfire or transmission issues while driving. I took the vehicle to bmw for an inspection/checkup to be sure there were no major issues and they gave it a thumbs up however, this was before the code/check engine light was engaged on the dashed board of the vehicle. Based on the service bulletin for bmw it appears this should be covered since it's a common occurrence. I need to find out how to get this problem rectified.

Filed Aug 18, 2010 · Transmission · 70,000 miles · MA

Transmission code p0741 goes on, indicating slippage in the torque converter clutch. This results in lowered gas mileage and a check engine light, resulting in failure to pass state auto inspections.

Filed Jul 10, 2010 · Transmission · 85,000 miles · CA

I have a 2002 bmw 530i with auto transmission. Tranny model 5hp19. At around 85,000, sometime in mid-july 2006, I began to have an intermittent (on for maybe 300-500 miles, then off for around 7000 to 10000 miles) check engine light. The cel code was always diagnosed as p0741 - "torque converter clutch circuit performance or stuck off." since 120,000 miles, the same code is much more frequent, maybe 600-800 miles between turning on-off. I have contacted my bmw dealership about this since the first time it occurred at around 85,000 miles, and a few times after since. They said the transmission would need to be rebuilt ay my cost, although this is a very common occurrence and there is a service bulletin on this. After talking to other bmw owners with the same problem, and getting a copy of the service bulletin, it would seem that this is a commonly known and recurring problem that should have been fixed. I believe that bmw should fix this problem at their cost, even if the vehicle is of high mileage (as mine has 160,000 miles now.) the service bulletin says the problem is a bad torque converter seal. Here is partial text of the bmw service bulletin: this service information bulletin supersedes si 24 03 06 dated february 2008. Designates changes to this revision subject zf 5hp19 transmission - diagnosis of egs fc 048 (30 hex) model e46: 323i, 325i, 330i with m52tu, m54, m56 and zf 5hp19 e39: 525i, 530i with m54 and zf 5hp19 e85: z4 roadster 2.5, 3.0 with m54 and zf 5hp19 situation "service engine soon" is illuminated and fault code 048 "converter lock-up excessive slip" (30 hex or p0741) is stored in the egs transmission control module. Cause possible cause: deterioration of the torque converter turbine shaft seal *end service bulletin text* all I simply want is bmw to repair the problem at their cost. The problem causes the check engine light, which prevents me from obtaining a clear smog test on my car to register it.