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2012 BMW 528XI vs 2013 BMW 528XI

Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.

Metric2012 BMW 528XI2013 BMW 528XI
NHTSA complaints5355
Recall campaigns01
Service bulletins (TSBs)611
Investigations00
Crash reports20
Fire reports00
NCAP overall rating
EPA MPG (combined)
Median reported mileage76,500 mi82,000 mi

Reported problems side by side

ComponentBMW 528XIBMW 528XI
Engine2932
Power Train1816
Electrical System612
Fuel/propulsion System82
Exterior Lighting55
Engine and Engine Cooling35
Air Bags52
Seats21

Symptoms owners describe

Stalling78
Loss of power06

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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.