Exterior Lighting Problems of BMW 528

BMW 528 owners have reported 64 exterior lighting related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 8 most common exterior lighting problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's exterior lighting (21 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's headlights (18 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.

Table 1. Exterior Lighting related problems of BMW 528


Recently reported Exterior Lighting problems of BMW 528

The Exterior Lighting problem

My driver headlight is constantly getting moisture trapped in it. It’s been replaced twice and the seals were checked, but it keeps happening and shorting out my headlight. It’s $4000 to fix. Just had it replaced 1. 5 weeks ago and it’s broken already.   Read details...

The Headlights problem

The contact owns a 2014 BMW 528i. The contact stated while the vehicle was parked, the contact noticed water build-up in the driver's side headlight housing. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and the failure was confirmed.   Read details...

The Tail Light Switch problem

I took my vehicle to BMW irvine in California for a recall on my tail lights, they stop working, the recall was to replace both sides and they only did one. The side that burn out but they left the same connector which was burnt and with the wires loose and I wasnt even notify when I pick the   Read details...

The Turn Signal problem

Condensation in headlights, common in the vehicle with now fix. Water seeps through and destroys electronics, including leveling, adjusting, and turn signals. Each time it rains it becomes worse and makes visibility difficult.   Read details...

The Brake Light problem

Suddenly the car headlight, taillight and brake light on the passenger side stopped working in middle of night. Only the right indicator works now. Its a big safety issue. I could have had a major accident if it had happened on a busy highway. I think BMW had this issue with some of 3 series models.   Read details...




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