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2006 BMW 525XI

Owners have filed 34 complaints with NHTSA about the 2006 BMW 525XI. Air bags is the most reported problem area, at 38% of complaints. After that come electrical system (18%) and brakes (15%).

At a glance

Complaints
34 filed with NHTSA
Most reported
Air bags 38% of complaints
Recalls
3
Fuel economy
20 MPG combined

Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls and 5-Star ratings; U.S. EPA

Problems owners report

Owners have filed 34 complaints with NHTSA about the 2006 BMW 525XI. Air bags is the most reported problem area, at 38% of complaints. After that come electrical system (18%) and brakes (15%).

  • Air bags 38%
  • Electrical system 18%
  • Brakes 15%
  • Engine 12%
  • Seat belts 6%

Mileage, severity and owner comments for the 2006 BMW 525XI

Recalls

The 2006 BMW 525XI is affected by 3 safety recall campaigns in NHTSA's records.

All 3 recall campaigns for the 2006 BMW 525XI

Fuel economy

The EPA lists 2 versions of the 2006 BMW 525XI. Combined fuel economy ranges from 20 to 20 MPG; the most efficient version is rated 17 city / 26 highway.

Every version and its yearly fuel cost

Other model years of the 525XI