How many engine complaints does the 2007 BMW 530i have?

NHTSA lists 16 engine complaints for the 2007 530i, which is 22% of the 73 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there an engine recall for the 2007 BMW 530i?

Yes. Recall 17V683000 covers the PCV valve heater on 2007-2011 530i and related BMW models; dealers replace the part free of charge.

At what mileage do engine problems typically show up?

The median mileage at failure across the reported engine complaints is 111,300 miles.

Did the engine problems cause any crashes or fires?

NHTSA complaint data tied to this engine issue shows 3 crashes, 3 fires, and 2 injuries reported by owners.

What are the most common engine failure patterns?

Owners most often describe PCV valve heater burning smells, overheating from water pump or thermostat failure, and sudden stalling or power loss.

2007 BMW 530i Engine Problems

Owners filed 16 engine complaints for the 2007 BMW 530i, 22% of all complaints for the year, with a median failure mileage of 111,300. The main patterns are PCV valve heater fires/burning smells (tied to recall 17V683000), overheating from water pump or thermostat failure, and sudden stalling or power loss.

Engine complaints: 16; 22% of 73 complaints
All complaints this year: 73
Crashes reported: 3
Fires reported: 3
Injuries reported: 2
Median mileage: 111,300 mi
Related recalls: 1

Typical engine symptoms owners report

Burning odor, smoke, or fire from the engine bay linked to a failed PCV valve heater, which is covered under recall 17V683000.
Engine overheats and warns the driver to shut off immediately, often traced to a failed water pump or thermostat.
Vehicle stalls or loses power unexpectedly at highway speed, sometimes cutting off power steering with it.
Sudden unintended surges or loss of control reported while driving at low speed, in one case ending in a crash.
Engine pulley torque bolt fractures and needs replacement around 101,000 miles.
Coolant or freon leaks near the dashboard area reported as a recurring issue at dealer service visits.

When 2007 BMW 530i engine complaints were filed

First complaint Mar 4, 2010, latest Jan 25, 2023.

16 complaints filed with NHTSA from Mar 2010 to Jan 2023; peak Nov 2011 (2).

Engine recalls for the 2007 BMW 530i

NHTSA 17V683000Oct 30, 2017Engine740,561 vehicles
Engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:emission control:crankcase (pcv)
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.
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.
Remedy: 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.

Engine complaints by 530i model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

20052 (3%)
200625 (30%)
200716 (22%)
20080 (0%)
20090 (0%)
20100 (0%)
20110 (0%)
20173 (17%)
20186 (24%)
20198 (53%)
20202 (20%)
20213 (18%)
20220 (0%)
20232 (100%)
20242 (15%)
20250 (0%)

Frequently asked questions

How many engine complaints does the 2007 BMW 530i have?: NHTSA lists 16 engine complaints for the 2007 530i, which is 22% of the 73 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there an engine recall for the 2007 BMW 530i?: Yes. Recall 17V683000 covers the PCV valve heater on 2007-2011 530i and related BMW models; dealers replace the part free of charge.
At what mileage do engine problems typically show up?: The median mileage at failure across the reported engine complaints is 111,300 miles.
Did the engine problems cause any crashes or fires?: NHTSA complaint data tied to this engine issue shows 3 crashes, 3 fires, and 2 injuries reported by owners.
What are the most common engine failure patterns?: Owners most often describe PCV valve heater burning smells, overheating from water pump or thermostat failure, and sudden stalling or power loss.