Table 1 shows five common engine and engine cooling related problems of the 2003 BMW 530. The number one most common problem is related to the engine and engine cooling (four problems). The second most common problem is related to the engine failure (two problems).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Engine And Engine Cooling problems | |
| Engine Failure problems | |
| Engine Exhaust System problems | |
| Manifold/header/muffler/tail Pipe problems | |
| Cooling Fan problems |
The car caught on fire on 9/4/18, and caused extensive damage inside the engine bay. Car was driven several miles to a store. The passengers were exiting the car when they smelled something burning. Then they noticed smoke and flames extending from the front of the car. Read details...
I was driving my 2003 BMW 530i, while I was driving I used the volume control on the steering wheel to turn the radio down, after depressing the button immediately I smelled and recognized there was smoke coming from the steering wheel. I pulled over, and turned the car off. Read details...
Started the vehicle normally after it had been in a cold outdoor garage for 3 days. Car ran a bit rough. A half mile down the road it began billowing white smoke out the exhaust then stalled and would not start. Read details...