Complaints
9
Crashes
0
Fires
0
Injuries
0
Fatalities
—
Recalls
0
Worst 2008 Bmw 5-Series Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
#13 complaints
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Avg mileage:73,667 mi
#21 complaints
ENGINE
Avg mileage:45,000 mi
#31 complaints
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Avg mileage:94,000 mi
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Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2008 Bmw 5-Series.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 3 | — | — | 73,667 mi | |
| ENGINE | 1 | — | — | 45,000 mi | |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING | 1 | — | — | 94,000 mi | |
| FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | 1 | — | — | 90,000 mi | |
| STEERING | 1 | — | — | 79,000 mi | |
| STRUCTURE:BODY | 1 | — | — | 64,500 mi | |
| VISIBILITY/WIPER | 1 | — | — | 114,400 mi |
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