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2012 BMW 528i Recalls

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Yes. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer, however old the vehicle is.

NHTSA lists 5 open recalls for the 2012 BMW 528i. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer, however old the vehicle is.

Recall data as of Nov 13, 2026 — NHTSA. For a live answer, run the check yourself, or see the latest recalls.

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Wiring Connectors/Plugs/Receptacles

NEWPARK OUTSIDE

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:CONNECTORS/PLUGS/RECEPTACLES

What's wrong:

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2012-2016 3 Series, 5 Series, Z4, 2012-2015 X1, 2013-2017 X3, 2015-2016 4 Series Gran Coupe, 2 Series Convertible, 2014-2016 328xi Gran Turismo, 2 Series Coupe, 4 Series Convertible, 3 Series Coupe, 3 Series Sportswagon, 2015-2018 X4, and 2016-2018 X5 xDrive40e vehicles. An improperly sealed electrical connector on the water pump may be exposed to water and short circuit.

Risk:

A short circuit increases the risk of a fire.

What to do:

Owners are advised to park their vehicles outside and away from structures until the recall remedy is completed. The remedy is currently under development. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed in December 2026. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning December 25, 2026. This recall replaces NHTSA recall number 24V608. Vehicles already repaired under the previous recall will need to have the new remedy completed.

NHTSA campaign 26V733000 — quote this at the dealer.Reported Nov 4, 2026.

Delivery Fuel Pump

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

What's wrong:

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2007-2011 BMW X5 3.0si, X5 4.8i, X5 M, X5 xDrive30i, X5 xDrive35i, X5 xDrive48i and X5 xDrive50i, 2008-2011 X6 x Drive35i, X6 xDrive50i and X6 M, 2010-2011 X6 ActiveHybrid, 535i xDrive Gran Turismo, 535i Gran Turismo, 550i xDrive Gran Turismo and 550i Gran Turismo, 2011-2012 528i, 535i, 535i xDrive, 550i and 550i xDrive and 2012 535i ActiveHybrid, 640i Convertible, 650i Convertible, 650i xDrive Convertible, 650i Coupe and 650i Coupe xDrive vehicles. The affected vehicles have in-tank fuel pumps that may have insufficiently crimped wire contacts.

Risk:

The loose wires may cause the connector to melt, resulting in a fuel leak. Additionally, the fuel pump may stop working, possibly causing an engine stall and increase the risk of a crash.

What to do:

BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump module, free of charge. The recall began February 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

NHTSA campaign 16V746000 — quote this at the dealer.Reported Oct 17, 2016.

Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

What's wrong:

BMW of North America LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2014 BMW 328i xDrive Sports Wagon, 2012-2014 BMW 320i Sedan, 328i Sedan, 320i xDrive Sedan, 328i xDrive Sedan, 2012-2013 BMW 528i Sedan, 528i xDrive Sedan, 2013-2014 BMW X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i Sports Activity Vehicle, 2013-2014 BMW X3 xDrive28i Sports Activity Vehicle, 2012-2014 BMW Z4 sDrive28i Roadster, and 2014 BMW 428i Coupe, and 428i xDrive Coupe. Due to insufficient lubrication, the vacuum pump that supplies brake power assistance may fail. Note: This recall is an expansion of recall 13V-454.

Risk:

A failure of the brake vacuum pump results in a reduction in braking power that could increase the risk of a crash.

What to do:

BMW will notify owners, and dealers will install a locking ring in the camshaft to retain the camshaft seal disk in the proper location, free of charge. The recall began on December 2, 2014. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

NHTSA campaign 14V627000 — quote this at the dealer.Reported Oct 7, 2014.

Power Assist Vacuum

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM

What's wrong:

BMW of North America LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 320i, 328i, 320i xDrive, and 328i xDrive sedans; model year 2014 328i xDrive Sports Wagons; model year 2012-2013 528i and 528i xDrive sedans, model year 2013-2014 X1 sDrive28i and X1 xDrive28i vehicles and model year 2012-2014 Z4 sDrive28i roadsters. Due to insufficient lubrication, the vacuum pump that supplies brake power assistance may fail.

Risk:

A failure of the brake vacuum pump results in a reduction in braking power that could increase the risk of a crash.

What to do:

BMW will notify owners, and dealers will modify the vehicles to prevent insufficient vacuum pump lubrication, free of charge. The safety recall began on January 31, 2014. Owners may contact BMW customer relations at 1-800-525-7417 or email BMW at CustomerRelations@bmwusa.com.

NHTSA campaign 13V454000 — quote this at the dealer.Reported Sep 26, 2013.

Cooling System Pump

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:PUMP

What's wrong:

BMW of North America, LLC. (BMW) is recalling certain 2012-2015 X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i, 2012-2016 Z4 sDrive28i, 528i, 528i xDrive, 328i, 328xi, 2016-2018 X5 xdrive 40e, 2014-2016 228i, 228xi, 428i, 428i xDrive, 328xi Gran Turismo, 2013-2017 X3 sDrive28i, X3 xDrive28i, 2015-2018 X4 xDrive28i, 2015-2016 428xi vehicles. An improperly sealed electrical connector on the water pump may be exposed to water and short circuit.

Risk:

An electrical short increases the risk of a fire.

What to do:

Dealers will inspect and replace the water pump and plug connector as necessary, and install a protective shield, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 28, 2025. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

NHTSA campaign 24V608000 — quote this at the dealer.Reported Aug 14, 2024.

Owner complaints

100filed with NHTSA · 2 in the last 12 months

Filed by yearpeak 2019

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Engine

Fuel/Propulsion System

Power Train

Electrical System

3 a fire · 3 injuries

Reported by owners to NHTSA and not verified. Complaints often surface a problem months before a recall.

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How recall repairs work

Repairs are free at any franchised BMW dealer — regardless of the vehicle's age or whether you bought it new.
Bring the NHTSA campaign number; it's printed on each recall above and on the sheet you can print here.
Call ahead: some recalls are announced before parts are available, and the dealer can tell you when yours are in.
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