2008 BMW 528I power train problems
15 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the power train on the 2008 BMW 528I — 13% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Transmission system is not functioning properly. The shifter automatically shifts into "N" or "P" when shifting into "D" or "R". The instrument cluster displays "transmission malfunction". Check engine light comes on. The code is P17E1 "Ratio monitoring clutch "A"”
filed Dec 19, 2022
“The contact owns a 2008 BMW 528i. The contact stated while driving at 30 MPH and depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle lunged forward and jerked significantly. The contact released the accelerator pedal and the failure stopped temporarily. The check engine warning light and an unknown…”
filed Sep 29, 2022
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related service bulletins
Power Reduction FC2A82 Intake VANOS and/or FC2 A87 Exhaust VANOS Camshaft Fault: The "Service Engine Soon" (MIL) lamp is illuminated and engine power reduction is perceived. This situation can occur after driving for…
B110208 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Apr 1, 2020
Power Train problems in other 528I years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 528I | 3 | 5% |
| 2015 528I | 2 | 3% |
| 2014 528I | 5 | 9% |
| 2013 528I | 13 | 18% |
| 2012 528I | 20 | 22% |
| 2011 528I | 25 | 21% |
| 2010 528I | 9 | 14% |
| 1999 528I | 4 | 9% |
| 1998 528I | 4 | 12% |
| 1997 528I | 5 | 12% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2008 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.