2007 BMW 530XI Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors) Problems
- Complaints
- 3about this part
- Share
- 4%of 67 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 75,925miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 3 complaints about the visibility of the 2007 BMW 530XI, 4% of the 67 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 75,925 miles. 1 a fire, according to the filers.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“I discovered failures of multiple wires in the tailgate/rear window wiring harnesses. Through research online I have found this is a common problem with this vehicle over several model years - search for Bmw e61 tailgate wiring problems. The failures are caused by a poor design where the wires entering the hinge guides (4) for the glass and tailgate are repeatedly flexed at a sharp angle until the insulation, then the copper wire breaks. …”
NHTSA complaint #10555374, filed 2013-12, 75,000 miles“Panoramic moonroof shattered while driving - Bmw fixed at no cost. I had just closed the shade prior, and if had not, would of fallen on me while driving.”
NHTSA complaint #10274087, filed 2009-06, 76,850 miles“The front Xenon Headlight Wiring protective plastic coating has degraded and prematurely failed on both headlight assemblies. This caused headlight bulb shorting and poses a potential fire hazard in the front engine compartment of the vehicle. The wiring used in the headlight assemblies was not up to proper standards and failed. The wiring used in other areas of the engine bay seems to be okay. …”
NHTSA complaint #11535530, filed 2023-07Related service bulletins
- 10249437Jan 16, 2024The basic conditions for initializing the power windows are not met.
- 10150174Nov 1, 2013SI B51 55 10 November 2013 Body EquipmentTechnical Service This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B51 55 10 dated December 2010. designates changes to this revision…
- 10150039Jul 1, 2013"?Panoramic Sunroof Repair Instructions. INFORMATION Sunroof Repair Instructions: The panoramic sunroof contains several ""mechanism sets"" which can be repaired and/or replaced…
- 10149603May 1, 2013"Panoramic Sunroof Repair Instructions. INFORMATION Sunroof Repair Instructions: The panoramic sunroof contains several ""mechanism sets"" which can be repaired and/or replaced…
Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors): other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2007 | 3 | 4% |
| 2006 | 6 | 7% |
Other parts of the 2007 BMW 530XI
17 complaintsAir bags
13 complaintsEngine
12 complaintsSteering
9 complaintsBody and structure
9 complaintsEngine cooling
7 complaintsExterior lighting
7 complaintsFuel system
5 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
5 complaintsElectronic stability control
4 complaintsSeat belts
4 complaintsBrakes
3 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2007 BMW 530XI
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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