2013 BMW 528I engine and engine cooling problems

11 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the engine and engine cooling on the 2013 BMW 528I — 15% of all complaints for this model year.

Engine and Engine Cooling complaints

15%

share of all complaints

107,500 mi

median reported mileage

0 / 0

crash / fire reports

What owners report

“The contact owns a 2013 BMW 528I. The contact stated that after driving and parking the vehicle, the contact smelled an abnormal burning odor. The contact stated the burning odor occurred frequently. The contact stated that the vehicle was towed to the dealer where the vehicle was purchased. The…”
filed Aug 14, 2025
“The contact owns a 2013 BMW 528I. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was smoke coming from the engine compartment. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact was able to restart the vehicle. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V608000…”
filed Feb 18, 2025

Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.

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, 2023
Component 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