Electrical System Related Problems of the 2008 BMW 5 Series

Table 1 shows three common electrical system related problems of the 2008 BMW 5 Series. The number one most common problem is related to the electrical system (twelve problems). The second most common problem is related to the wiring (three problems).

Table 1. Electrical System related problems of BMW 5 Series


Recently reported Electrical System problems of the 2008 BMW 5 Series

The Electrical System problem

I was driving and bumped up against a sidewalk curve and my airbags deployed as well as my car shut off. It will not start another more and the hood underneath was on fire. (smoke was present).   Read details...

The Wiring problem

Just bought a used 2008 528i (e60) w/94k miles, in otherwise perfect condition. Went to change the angel eyes from drab yellow to lux led's. Noticed bare wires on both sides of the bulb connectors, on both sides of the car. Tried to use electrical tape, just made more bare wire.   Read details...

The Alternator/generator/regulator problem

On or about may 2013 I was traveling at 60mph on the freeway when suddenly I heard a loud bang sound and my vehicle came to an automatic stop. Scared as vehicle behind me screeched and turn away avoiding me.   Read details...


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