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WBAXH5C59CD••••••2012 Bmw 528XI
This build draws 2.6× more complaints than the average 2012 Bmw 528XI build (10 vs 4).
10on this build
54on the model
14builds in total
Most reportedEngine 6Power Train 3Fuel/propulsion System 2Electrical System 2
What owners of this build wrote
Electrical SystemAug 2025
Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2012 BMW 528I. The contact stated that while checking the Carfax history report of the vehicle, it was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a dealer sale. At the time of purchase, the vehicle mileage was…
Power TrainJun 2022
The contact owns a 2012 BMW 528XI. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost motive power with the low oil warning light illuminated. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the timing chain needed to be replaced.…
Air BagsNov 2019
The contact owns a 2012 bmw 528xi. While the vehicle was stationary, the passenger restraint system malfunction message illuminated. The vehicle was taken to bmw of bellevue (located at 13617 northup way, bellevue, wa 98005, (425) 243-5201), but was not diagnosed or repaired.…
EngineMar 2019
The contact owns a 2012 bmw 528xi. Once the vehicle was started, the contact heard an abnormal winding noise coming from the engine without warning. The vehicle was taken to bmw of catonsville (6700 baltimore national pike, baltimore, md 21228, (844) 221-1352) where it was…
Unknown Or OtherJan 2019
So I bought a bmw, then a lot of condensation and water got into a headlight and it messed up the wires and my turn signal stopped working. Ordered a new one and the same thing started happening, I got another one and the light isn't working again. Ive had multiple mechanics,…
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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN WBAXH5C59CDW05916 · decoded Oct 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.