Table 1 shows six common suspension related problems of the 1997 BMW 528. The number one most common problem is related to the front suspension strut (five problems). The second most common problem is related to the suspension noise (two problems).
A rattling noise can be heard while driving at any speed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who informed the consumer that the front struts needed to be replaced. The front right strut collapsed and caused damage to the tire. Read details...
The contact owns a 1997 BMW 528i. The contact stated that he traveled over a road bump at an unknown speed when the vehicle released an abnormal noise. The contact inspected the vehicle and found that one of the struts failed. Read details...
While backing out of a parking a space the flexible ball joint housing came apart. This caused the consumer to lose control of the vehicle, and the steering wheel turned completely around. The flex joint housing bolt went out. Read details...