repaired · 2019 Q3
Emission control: crankcase (pcv)
Risk. An electrical short can cause the parts within the PCV valve to melt, increasing the risk of a fire, even when the vehicle is not in use.
2008 BMW 525iProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 1 owner complaint about the 2008 BMW 525i, most often about the engine. It is covered by 1 safety recall, and for recall 17V-683 the manufacturer reports only 52% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through May 4, 2018. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2008 BMW 525i has problems
1 complaint grouped by the system owners reported.
1Engine
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
1 recall
2008 BMW 525i recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with BMW.
Best & worst years
2008 vs. every other 525i year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the 525i median. How we score
'89'90'91'92'93'94'95'98'99'00'01'02'03'04'05'06'07'08'09'10'11
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
In owners' words
What 525i owners report
Recent engine complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
POSITIVE CRANKCASE VENTILATION (PCV) VALVE HEATER. I WAS TOLD THAT THE PART NEED TO FIX THIS RECALL IS STILL NOT AVAILABLE. MY CAR HAS A BURRING SMELL COMING FROM UNDER THE HOOD OF MY CAR.
Own a 2008 525i?
Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.