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2007 BMW 530XI engine problems

18 complaints (27% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 100,000.

owner complaints
18
of this car's complaints
27%
typical mileage
100,000
crashes
0
recalls
0

Which part fails

  • Cooling system: radiator assembly
    1

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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BMW 530XI engine problems in other years

20062007

Specific symptoms reported on the 2007 BMW 530XI engine

Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.

Overheating 6

Related recalls

No recalls on record for this model year.

What 2007 BMW 530XI owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Dec 28, 2023 · Engine · WI · fire

Coolant hose has broken 4 times in the last 3 years it breaks at the attachment causing all my coolant to leak the area and part is plastic causing it to melt during summer months each summer I have owned it

Filed Dec 22, 2022 · Engine · MT

The contact owns a 2007 BMW 530XI. 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 unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

Filed Oct 20, 2022 · Engine · 100,000 miles · CT

The contact owns a 2007 BMW 530XI. 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 vehicle was overheating while driving. The contact stated that the frame of the vehicle felt extremely hot after driving and the vehicle took a long time to cool down. There was no warning light illuminated. An unknown local dealer was contacted. 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 not made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was approximately 100,000. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

Filed Sep 28, 2022 · Engine · 178,000 miles · IN

The contact owns a 2007 BMW 530XI. The contact stated that while driving in the snow, the vehicle overheated. The contact was able to pull over to the shoulder. The engine overheated, and slow-down messages were displayed. The engine overheated and shut down immediately. warning indicator lights were illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer where it was diagnosed that the thermostat and water pump needed to be replaced but the dealer refused to repair the vehicle. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence. The manufacturer was notified about the failure and referred the contact to the dealer. The contact stated the failure was related to the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 22V119000 ( Engine and Engine Cooling). The approximate failure mileage was 178,000.

Filed Jul 26, 2022 · Engine · 160,519 miles · IN

The contact owns a 2007 BMW 530XI. The contact stated while driving 40 MPH, the vehicle overheated with a message to pull over displayed. The contact was able to pull over safely and had the vehicle towed to the dealer. The vehicle was diagnosed and the contact was informed that the failure was not related to the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 22V119000 (Engine and Engine Cooling). The contact was informed that the thermostat and water pump needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and stated confirmed that the failure was not related to the recall. The failure mileage was 160,519. The contact stated the dealer refuses to fix the recall.

Filed Nov 9, 2019 · Engine · WV

A problem with the post it I've crankcase ventalatinon short circuiting

Filed Sep 5, 2018 · Body, Engine · PA

Vehicle was travelling 25-30 MPH on a city street and hit a pothole. Immediately driver heard a noise from the engine area and car began shaking and vibrating while at low speed/idle. Service technician discovered that all 4 bolts for the engine mount had sheared as a result of the impact and the engine was now hanging free and resting on the frame of the car. Driveshaft was knocked out of alignment as well.

Filed Mar 9, 2018 · Engine · NJ

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 bmw 530xi. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 17v683000 (engine and engine cooling). The parts to do the repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact called bmw of springfield at (973) 379-7744 (391 u.s. 22, springfield township, nj 07081) and was informed that the parts were not available for the recall remedy. The manufacturer was not notified. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available.

Filed Feb 27, 2018 · Engine · NJ

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 bmw 530xi. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 17v683000 (engine and engine cooling). The part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. Paul miller bmw (1515 nj-23, wayne, nj 07470, (973) 696-6060) was contacted and confirmed that the remedy was not yet available. The manufacturer was not contacted. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available. *tt

Filed Jan 4, 2018 · Engine · PA · fire

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 bmw 530xi. Within months of owning the vehicle, smoke appeared under the hood and entered the vehicle more than twice. The coolant was low and replaced, and an unknown warning indicator randomly illuminated frequently. The vehicle was not diagnosed by a dealer. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 17v683000 (engine and engine cooling). The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was not available. Vin tool confirms parts not available.

Questions about the 2007 BMW 530XI engine

Does the 2007 BMW 530XI have engine problems?

Owners have filed 18 complaints about the engine of the 2007 BMW 530XI, 27% of all its complaints, more than any other problem.

At what mileage do 2007 BMW 530XI engine problems start?

The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 100,000 miles.

Was there a recall on the 2007 BMW 530XI engine?

There is no recall for this problem on this model year.

What year does the BMW 530XI have bad engine?

The BMW 530XI model years with the most engine complaints are 2007 (18 complaints) and 2006 (10 complaints).

Other 2007 BMW 530XI problems

Electrical 17Airbags 13Body 9Steering 9Lights 7Fuel system 5Transmission 5Driver assistance 4Seat belts 4Brakes 3Visibility 3Seats 1Suspension 1

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