BMW 5 Series recalls
8 safety recalls on file with NHTSA. Updated Nov 5, 2026.
8recalls on file
7with a remedy available
0do-not-drive / park-outside
Dec 2023latest recall
Engine & powertrain 5Electrical 1Brakes & stability 1Fuel system 1
This list covers the model as a whole. Not every vehicle is affected by every recall; only the official NHTSA VIN lookup or a dealer can confirm yours.
Recalls by model year
Latest recalls
23V821000 · BMW OF North America, LlcPower Train recallThe weld seam of the integrated transmission control unit's cover may not have been manufactured properly, which could allow…Engine & powertrainFree replacement552unitsDec 202323V707000 · BMW OF North America, LlcEngine And Engine Cooling recallThe aluminum bolts that secure the housing for the variable camshaft timing adjustment (VANOS) unit can loosen over time and…Engine & powertrainFree replacement158KunitsOct 202322V119000 · BMW OF North America, LlcEngine And Engine Cooling recallThe heater for the positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) valve may short circuit.Engine & powertrainFix in development917KunitsMar 202212V161000 · BMW OF North America, LlcEngine And Engine Cooling recallBmw is recalling certain model year 2011 5-series, 5-series gran turismo, model year 2012 6-series convertible, 7-series, x5 sav…Engine & powertrainFree replacement2,846unitsApr 2012
12V126000 · BMW OF North America, LlcElectrical System recallBmw is recalling certain model year 2004-2010 5-series, model year 2004-2010 6-series, model year 2006-2010 m5, and model year…ElectricalFree repair368KunitsMar 201211V521000 · BMW OF North America, LlcEngine And Engine Cooling recallBmw is recalling certain model year 2011 5-series, model year 2010-2011 5-series gran turismo, model year 2009-2011 7-series…Engine & powertrainFree replacement32KunitsOct 2011
10V446000 · BMW OF North America, LlcService Brakes, Hydraulic recallBmw is recalling certain model year 2004-2010 5-series, 6-series, and model year 2002-2008 7-series vehicles. a check valve of…Brakes & stabilityFree repair198KunitsOct 2010
10V331000 · BMW OF North America, LlcFuel System, Other recallThe vehicle's fuel level sensor within the fuel tank can become wedged against the tank.Fuel systemFree repair6,080unitsJul 2010