2013 BMW 528I engine problems
37 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the engine on the 2013 BMW 528I — 51% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“On [XXX], Century West BMW in North Hollywood, CA performed recall 20E-A01 B120921 (DME reprogram/connector update) on my 2013 BMW 528i. Within 30 minutes of leaving the dealership, the car displayed a red “engine overheating – stop immediately” warning while I was in a crowded intersection with my…”
filed Sep 13, 2025
“The contact owns a 2013 BMW 528I. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was smoke coming from the engine and entering the cabin through the vents. The engine warning light was illuminated. There were unknown messages displayed. The vehicle was taken to an independent…”
filed Jan 2, 2025
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related service bulletins
Engine will crank but not start. There is no communication with the integrated fuel module (TFE) whendiagnosing with ISTA. The following two fault codes will be stored in the DME: 032B43 - Low fuel pressure system…
B160623 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Dec 20, 2023Component specific limited warranty extension. For the eligible vehicles, BMW of North America, LLC (BMW NA) is extending the limited warranty for the vehicle Nitrogen Oxide (NOx) Sensor(s) to: 10 years/120,000 miles as…
SIB011918 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued May 1, 2022
Engine problems in other 528I years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 528I | 17 | 29% |
| 2015 528I | 13 | 21% |
| 2014 528I | 14 | 25% |
| 2012 528I | 42 | 47% |
| 2011 528I | 33 | 28% |
| 2010 528I | 16 | 25% |
| 2009 528I | 8 | 36% |
| 2008 528I | 20 | 17% |
| 2000 528I | 1 | 2% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2013 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.