Table 1 shows two common suspension related problems of the 2006 BMW 530. The number one most common problem is related to the suspension (three problems). The second most common problem is related to the rear suspension shock absorber (one problem).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Suspension problems | |
| Rear Suspension Shock Absorber problems |
After a recent heavy rain the vehicle electrical dashboard instruments were erratic, the rear hatch opening/closing mechanism failed, and ultimately the rear air suspension failed with the car sitting on the rear bottoming stops causing difficulty in controlling the vehicle due to the severe Read details...
In August 2013, the station wagon appeared to lower itself in the rear little by little. As of this filing, the rear end has lowered itself to the point it causes unsafe driving and there is no shock absorption or suspension on the rear of the vehicle. The front appears to be fine. Read details...