2017 BMW 530i - Electric Vehicle Guide
The 2017 BMW 530i belongs to a BMW 530i lineup that Know Your Ride tracks across 9 model years, from 2017 to 2026. It is an all-electric vehicle, so it skips the oil changes, spark plugs and exhaust-system service of a combustion 530i entirely. It is configured as rear-wheel drive with an automatic (s8). This 2017 car is the earliest model year on record for the BMW 530i.
The high-voltage battery is covered for 8 years or 100,000 miles, separate from the bumper-to-bumper warranty. Routine upkeep centers on tire rotation, DOT 4 brake fluid, HT-12 battery/cabin coolant, cabin air filters and brake service rather than engine oil. Know Your Ride lists 14 scheduled maintenance items for this vehicle, the earliest interval falling at 7,500 miles. Documented torque values include lug nut 88 ft-lb.
NHTSA complaints for this vehicle cluster around air bags (2), seat belts (2), air bags,seat belts (1). A representative report reads: "1.) The Steering Column 2.) The Column will get stuck and cannot be adjusted. 3.) Dealer has confirmed the problem & BMW USA has confirmed the problem 4.) No..." There is 1 safety recall on record; one covers: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2017 530i, 530i xDrive, 540i and 540i xDrive and 2017-2018 530e xDrive vehicles. Prior exposure....
Estimated annual charging cost runs near $2,150.
Quick Specs
| Battery warranty | 8 yr / 100,000 mi |
| Est. annual charging | $2,150 |
| Tire size | 225/45R18 |
| Coolant | HT-12 |
| Open recalls on record | 1 |
| Technical service bulletins | 200 |
Common Trouble Codes
- P0300 - Random/Multiple Cylinder Misfire Detected
- P0420 - Catalyst System Efficiency Below Threshold (Bank 1)
- P0171 - System too Lean (Bank 1)
- P0128 - Insufficient Coolant Temperature for Stable Operation
- P0442 - Evaporative Emission Control System Leak Detected (small leak)
- P0455 - Evaporative Emission Control System Leak Detected (gross leak)
- P0700 - Transmission Control System Malfunction
- P0301 - Cylinder 1 Misfire Detected
- U0100 - Lost Communication With ECM/PCM A
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Part of the free Know Your Ride vehicle maintenance reference. Figures are sourced from EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer data and are for general reference - always confirm with your owner's manual.