1997 BMW 528I suspension problems
12 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the suspension on the 1997 BMW 528I — 29% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Tl* the contact owns a 1997 bmw 528i. The contact stated that he traveled over a road bump at an unknown speed when the vehicle released an abnormal noise. The contact inspected the vehicle and found that one of the struts failed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and the contact inquired of…”
filed Feb 25, 2013
“Tl*the contact owns a 1997 bmw 528i. While driving 60 mph, the contact heard a clunking noise and noticed smoke coming from the front of the vehicle. The vehicle dropped to the ground and the steering wheel began to vibrate badly. He pulled to the side of the road and could not control the vehicle…”
filed Jan 8, 2009
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Suspension problems in other 528I years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 528I | 3 | 5% |
| 2011 528I | 4 | 3% |
| 2000 528I | 1 | 2% |
Other reported problem areas on the 1997 BMW 528I
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.