- The problem
- 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.
- The risk
- An electrical short can cause the parts within the PCV valve to melt, increasing the risk of a fire, even when the vehicle is not in use.
- The 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.
Vehicle safety record
2007 BMW 525I Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 2007 BMW 525I have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 2 recalls, the latest in October 2017 for the crankcase (pcv).
NHTSA data checked
BFewer problems than a typical 525I year, for its age
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 2
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
2007 BMW 525I recalls 2
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
- The problem
- BMW of North America LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2006 325i, 325xi, 330i, 330xi sedans and 325xi sports wagons, model year 2007 328i, 328xi, 335i, 335xi sedans and 328i and 328xi sports wagons, model year 2006-2007 525i, 525xi, 530i, 530xi, 550i sedans and 530xi sports wagons, model year 2006 760i sedans, model year 2006-2007 750i, 750Li, and 760Li sedans, and model year 2006 X5 sports activity vehicles, equipped with certain seat types. The front passenger seat occupant detection mat that determines if and how the passenger frontal air bag should deploy in a crash may fatigue and develop cracks which could lead to a system failure.
- The risk
- Should the system fail, in the event of a crash, the front passenger air bag would be deactivated, increasing the risk of personal injury.
- The fix
- BMW will notify owners with an interim notification letter in January 2014 since parts are not currently available. When parts are available, BMW sent a second letter in August and dealers will repair the occupant detection mat to eliminate the possibility that it may crack, free of charge. Additionally, owners of model year 2006-2007 3 Series with standard seats, 5 Series with comfort seats, and Z4 models, will receive an extended warranty on their front passenger seat occupant detection mat. Owners may contact BMW customer relations at 1-800-525-7417 or email BMW at [email protected].
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BMW 525I: every year compared
All 525I years2007 BMW 525I vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 BMW 525I | 0 | 2 | B | |
| 2007 BMW 3 Series | 1,042 | 2 | F | Compare |
| 2007 BMW 5 Series | 285 | 4 | F | Compare |
| 2007 BMW 7 Series | 127 | 2 | C | Compare |
| 2007 BMW 6 Series | 24 | 2 | F | Compare |
| 2007 BMW 1 Series | 6 | 0 | F | Compare |
| 2007 BMW F 800 ST | 3 | 1 | C | Compare |
| 2007 BMW F650 GS | 2 | 2 | F | Compare |
| 2007 BMW F 800 S | 2 | 1 | D | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 2007 BMW 525I
Does the 2007 BMW 525I have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2007 BMW 525I: crankcase (pcv) (October 2017); occupant classification (November 2013). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
How many complaints has the 2007 BMW 525I had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
Is the 2007 BMW 525I a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 65 out of 100 (grade B: fewer problems than a typical BMW 525I year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which BMW 525I years have the most complaints?
1995 (24), 1992 (18), 1991 (13). See every BMW 525I year compared.
What should I do if my 2007 BMW 525I has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data