2018 BMW 530i transmission control module price snapshot
- Low
- $35
- Average
- $148
- High
- $580
Year-specific price guide
Used 2018 BMW 530i Transmission Control Module prices
Year-specific used transmission control module pricing for the 2018 BMW 530i, built from real salvage yard and junkyard listings with condition grade and fitment detail.
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Part overview
About the 2018 BMW 530i transmission control module
A used 2018 BMW 530i transmission control module costs between $35 and $580, with a median of $116 from 1,075 salvage yard listings.
What the transmission control module does, common failure signs, and prices across all vehicles: used transmission control module price guide →
Also known asTCMTransmission ComputerTransmission ModuleTCU
Price summary
A used 2018 BMW 530i transmission control module costs $35 to $580, with a median asking price of $116. Based on 1,075 priced salvage yard listings across the US, compatible across 2009–2024 (16 model years), updated Oct 13, 2026. Prices exclude shipping, core charges, and installation.
Grade A (excellent)$135
Grade B (good)$125
Grade C (fair)$56
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Condition comparison
Price by part grade
Grade AClean / low wear$35–$580758 listings
Grade BStandard used$50–$405159 listings
Grade CVisible wear$56–$561 listings
Grade XUngraded$45–$300157 listings
| Grade | Price range | Relative range | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade AClean / low wear | $35–$580 | 758 | |
| Grade BStandard used | $50–$405 | 159 | |
| Grade CVisible wear | $56–$56 | 1 | |
| Grade XUngraded | $45–$300 | 157 |
Median by grade
Grade price comparison
Grade A$135
Grade B$125
Grade C$56
Ungraded$86
Median asking price by seller-reported condition grade · $35–$580 overall range
Replacement cost
What is the 2018 BMW 530i transmission control module replacement cost?
- Used part
- $116
- 2018 BMW 530i median asking price
- Labor
- $95–$300
- 1–2 hours at $95–$150/hr
- Estimated total
- $210–$415
- median used part + labor
Labor is a typical independent-shop range for transmission control module replacement, not a quote for your vehicle; it does not include programming and adaptive relearn procedure. The part price is the live median from the salvage-yard listings on this page. Full transmission control module replacement cost breakdown
Fitment matters
Price by trim & variant
Air Bag, (center console behind vent), (side air bags), adaptive suspension50 listingsInterchange 2018–2021$190$43 – $348
Air Bag, (center console behind vent), (side air bags), w/o adaptive suspension; w/o active steering50 listingsInterchange 2018–2021$125$85 – $315
Air Bag, (center console behind vent), (side air bags), w/o adaptive suspension; active steering49 listingsInterchange 2017–2022$225$63 – $405
Driver Assist, surround view camera control (LH fender)49 listingsInterchange 2018–2021$290$75 – $475
Lamps, (LED light control), daytime running lights, LH32 listingsInterchange 2017–2020$168$45 – $300
Year-specific context
How does the 2018 BMW 530i compare?
The 2018 guide is based on 1,156 observed listings, including 1,075 with posted prices. Its $116 median is 20% below the BMW 530i guide's $145 median.
Among the 8 model years with current price data, 2018 ranks #3 from lowest to highest median.
Interchange data shows this part is also listed under model years 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024. Shopping across all 16 compatible years may surface better prices or condition grades.
Pricing is not a fitment guarantee. Match the VIN, part number, engine or drivetrain, and seller-listed variant before ordering.
Compare model years
What does a BMW 530i transmission control module cost in other years?
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01wide ±103%
AC Compressor
$208median
$75$504
02wide ±190%
ABS Module
$220median
$59$894
03wide ±277%
Air Bag
$266median
$70$1,544
04wide ±174%
Alternator
$136median
$50$524
05wide ±152%
Axle Shaft
$228median
$50$743
06wide ±72%
Blower Motor
$145median
$40$249
07wide ±214%
Brake Caliper
$200median
$40$896
08wide ±147%
Rear Bumper Assembly
$675median
$199$2,189
09wide ±98%
Front Bumper
$623median
$180$1,400
10spread ±56%
Rear Bumper
$696median
$275$1,050
11wide ±289%
Car Radio
$226median
$45$1,350
12wide ±92%
Center Console
$186median
$80$422
13wide ±157%
AC Condenser
$174median
$50$595
14wide ±142%
Control Arm
$125median
$45$400
15
Differential
Price data updating
16wide ±80%
Door Assembly
$1,021median
$399$2,036
17wide ±175%
Drive Shaft
$250median
$70$947
18spread ±56%
Engine
$3,970median
$2,075$6,500
19wide ±120%
Engine Computer
$221median
$65$595
20
Exhaust Manifold
Price data updating
21wide ±73%
Fender
$396median
$167$749
22wide ±67%
Fog Light
$198median
$111$375
23wide ±119%
Front Seat
$221median
$90$614
24wide ±120%
Fuel Pump
$195median
$55$524
25wide ±94%
Fuel Tank
$208median
$108$500
26wide ±290%
Grille
$125median
$25$749
27wide ±95%
Headlight Assembly
$1,736median
$680$3,989
28
Heater Core
Price data updating
29wide ±66%
Hood
$977median
$300$1,590
30spread ±24%
Ignition Switch
$78median
$78$115
31
Instrument Cluster
Price data updating
32wide ±123%
Intake Manifold
$291median
$50$766
33wide ±159%
Master Cylinder
$75median
$30$268
34wide ±101%
Side Mirror
$502median
$210$1,222
35spread ±21%
Power Steering Pump
$495median
$350$560
36wide ±60%
Quarter Panel
$555median
$301$970
37wide ±121%
Radiator
$280median
$100$775
38wide ±95%
Rear View Mirror
$149median
$69$352
39wide ±216%
Starter
$115median
$40$536
40wide ±262%
Steering Column
$225median
$69$1,250
41wide ±85%
Steering Rack
$1,035median
$399$2,150
42wide ±97%
Steering Wheel
$408median
$125$914
43wide ±176%
Strut
$166median
$57$640
44wide ±117%
Sunroof
$287median
$125$799
45wide ±91%
Tail Light
$250median
$75$530
46wide ±102%
Tailgate
$1,070median
$290$2,473
47wide ±107%
Throttle Body
$75median
$40$200
48
Torque Converter
Price data updating
49wide ±88%
Transfer Case
$952median
$400$2,066
50wide ±200%
Transmission
$895median
$165$3,748
51wide ±114%
Turbocharger
$400median
$150$1,061
52wide ±188%
Water Pump
$93median
$25$374
53wide ±187%
Wheels
$350median
$90$1,400
54wide ±112%
Window Regulator
$135median
$40$343
Common questions
2018 BMW 530i transmission control module FAQ
How much is a used 2018 BMW 530i transmission control module?
Based on 1,075 priced salvage-yard listings, a used 2018 BMW 530i transmission control module lists between $35 and $580, with a median asking price of $116.
How much does it cost to replace a 2018 BMW 530i transmission control module?
Using a used part, a 2018 BMW 530i transmission control module replacement typically runs $210–$415 all-in: the median used transmission control module for this year lists at $116, and independent-shop labor for transmission control module replacement typically takes 1–2 hours at $95–$150/hr ($95–$300). The labor figure does not include programming and adaptive relearn procedure. Labor is a national part-level estimate, not a quote for your vehicle.
Will a 2018 BMW 530i transmission control module fit another year?
Based on salvage-yard interchange data, listings for the 2018 BMW 530i transmission control module also appear under model years 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, suggesting these years share compatible fitments. Always verify the exact part number, drivetrain, trim, and your VIN before buying — interchange compatibility can vary by variant.
How much is a 2018 BMW 530i tcm?
A tcm is another name for a transmission control module. The prices on this page cover the 2018 BMW 530i transmission control module — median $116, from 1,075 listings.