2016 BMW 528I engine and engine cooling problems
26 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the engine and engine cooling on the 2016 BMW 528I — 44% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“The contact owns a 2016 BMW 528I. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked and running, the contact became aware of an abnormal burning odor. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V608000 (Engine and Engine Cooling…”
filed Jul 23, 2025
“The contact owns a 2016 BMW 528I. The contact stated that while her son was driving at undisclosed speeds, there was an abnormally loud knocking sound coming from the vehicle. The contact stated that there was coolant leaking from the vehicle. The contact was adding coolant to the coolant reservoir…”
filed Jul 21, 2025
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related service bulletins
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B011423 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Nov 13, 2023
Engine and Engine Cooling problems in other 528I years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 528I | 32 | 52% |
| 2014 528I | 19 | 34% |
| 2013 528I | 11 | 15% |
| 2012 528I | 5 | 6% |
| 2011 528I | 32 | 27% |
| 2010 528I | 17 | 26% |
| 2009 528I | 5 | 23% |
| 2008 528I | 15 | 13% |
| 2000 528I | 10 | 24% |
| 1999 528I | 1 | 2% |
| 1998 528I | 2 | 6% |
| 1997 528I | 3 | 7% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2016 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.