2008 BMW 528i
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2008 BMW 528i is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 7 on record.
2008 BMW 528i at a glance
Free: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.
2008 BMW 528i recalls 2
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2008-2011 128i and 2007-2011 328i, 328xi, 328i xDrive, 525i, 525xi, 528i, 528xi, 530i, 530xi, X3 3.0si, X3 xDrive30i, X5 xDrive30i, Z4 3.0i, Z4 3.0si and Z4 sDrive30i vehicles. The heater for the positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) valve may short circuit.
Fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the PCV valve heater, free of charge. Interim letters were mailed on November 27, 2017. Owners will receive a second notification by the end of October 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
BMW is recalling certain model year 2008 through 2010 528i, 535i, 550i, and M5 passenger cars manufactured from March 1, 2007, through December 31, 2009. Over time, increased resistance at the taillight electrical contact points may cause damage to the ground terminal and housing of the connector resulting in an intermittent or permanent loss of functionality of one or more rear lamp functions (tail, brake, turn-si…
Fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear lamp bulb carriers free of charge. Owners may contact BMW customer relations at 1-800-525-7417 or email BMW at [email protected].
Source: U.S. NHTSA. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.
2008 BMW 528i MPG & running costs
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 2 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.
What's a 2008 BMW 528i worth?
Estimated 5-year cost to own
A rough guide to what running a 2008 BMW 528i costs over five years and 75,000 miles.
How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.
2008 BMW 528i trims & engines on record
2008 BMW 528i vehicles on record
Other BMW 528i model years
2008 BMW 528i — frequently asked questions
Does the 2008 BMW 528i have any safety recalls?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2008 BMW 528i. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are free.
What gas mileage does the 2008 BMW 528i get?
The 2008 BMW 528i has a U.S. EPA estimate of 21 mpg combined (18 city / 28 highway).
How much is a 2008 BMW 528i worth?
Comparable 2008 BMW 528i listings run roughly $4,500–$9,995, typically around $6,688 (from 6 vehicles).
Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.