NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2019 BMW 530e Safety Record
The 2019 BMW 530e has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its federal safety record shows 2 recalls and 11 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
CRASH
DATANot crash-tested
The 2019 BMW 530e has not been subjected to federal crash testing, leaving its crashworthiness an open question. Without NHTSA ratings, no Safety Index can be computed, and no star ratings of any kind have been assigned. The federal record does show a light recall burden of two campaigns and a total of eleven owner-reported complaints. This data set, while providing some insight into post-sale issues, offers no direct evidence regarding the vehicle's crash protection capabilities for this model year.
The 2019 BMW 530e was not crash-tested by NHTSA, carries two recall campaigns, and falls in the Light recall and complaint burden band according to NHTSA federal safety data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
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| NHTSA crash test | Not crash-tested |
|---|---|
| Recall and complaint burden | Light |
| Recalls on file | 2 |
| Owner complaints | 11 (unverified allegations) |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2019 BMW 530e?
The 2019 BMW 530e has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, leaving no star-rated data to anchor a structural safety comparison. On its recall record, the 530e presents a narrow footprint, with two recalls. Both target discrete systems: the rearview camera sensing system and an electrical equipment issue. Eleven owner complaints have been registered. The Electrical System accounts for four of these allegations, with the Power Train and Vehicle Speed Control also cited. Three of the eleven reports allege a crash, and three allege an injury. The 2019 BMW 530e's combined recall and complaint volume places it in the Light burden band, indicating a relatively low volume compared to the broader vehicle population. This Light band is the fullest picture the federal record currently provides for this specific model year.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2019 BMW 530e have any recalls?
The 2019 BMW 530e is covered by two recall campaigns. The first addresses a back-over prevention sensing system, specifically the rearview camera. The second addresses an electrical equipment concern. Neither campaign carries a park-outside or do-not-drive advisory based on the available NHTSA campaign data. Owners should verify their VIN at nhtsa.gov to confirm remedy status.
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA19V684000
Risk: The lack of an image in the back-up camera display increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will update the back-up camera software, free of charge. The recall began November 8, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or Rolls-Royce at 1-877-877-3735. Toyota owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371.
Reported 2019-09-27
EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL18V652000
Risk: An electrical shock or a fire can increase the risk of injury or death.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the charging cable, and replace it if necessary, free of charge. The recall began February 22, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Reported 2018-09-20
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2019 BMW 530e?
Eleven complaints have been reported to NHTSA for the 2019 530e, covering the Electrical System (4 reports), Power Train (3), Vehicle Speed Control (2), Air Bags (2), and Service Brakes (2). These are unverified consumer allegations, not established facts or confirmed defects.
11 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2019 BMW 530e?
The 2019 BMW 530e has a recall record that warrants attention. Owners should verify open recall status via NHTSA's VIN lookup tool.
- NHTSA has not crash-tested the 2019 BMW 530e, so no star ratings or Safety Index score exists for this model year and none should be inferred.
- Two recall campaigns affect this model year: one targeting the rearview camera back-over prevention sensing system and one targeting an electrical equipment concern. Owners should verify remedy status by VIN at nhtsa.gov.
- Eleven unverified complaints have been filed with NHTSA for this model year, with the Electrical System as the most frequently cited component (4 reports) and three reports each alleging a crash and an injury.
- No tested sibling years appear in the NHTSA record covered by this guide, meaning there is no directly comparable crash-test score from an adjacent model year of the 530e to reference.
FAQ2019 BMW 530e safety questions
Was the 2019 BMW 530e crash-tested by NHTSA?
No. NHTSA has not run a New Car Assessment Program crash test on this configuration, so it carries no Safety Index. Its safety record here is built from 2 recalls and 11 owner complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2019 BMW 530e have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 2 vehicle recalls are on file for the 2019 BMW 530e. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2019 BMW 530e?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 11 owner complaints are on file for the 2019 BMW 530e. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects, and include reports involving a crash or a fire.
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- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the BMW 530e 2019.
- SCORE This configuration was not crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. We report its recall and complaint record only.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.