BMW 525I recalls

6 safety recalls on file with NHTSA, including 2 with a do-not-drive warning. Updated Nov 3, 2026.

6recalls on file

5with a remedy available

2do-not-drive / park-outside

Apr 2019latest recall

Air bags 4Engine & powertrain 2

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

12000 12001 22002 22003 32006 22007 12008 12009 12010 12011

Latest recalls

19V273000 · BMW OF North America, LlcEngine And Engine Cooling recallThe heater for the positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) valve may short circuit.Engine & powertrainFree replacement185KunitsApr 2019 19V015000 · BMW OF North America, LlcAir Bags recallThis recall affects certain vehicles where the original steering wheel has been replaced with the optional sports steering wheel.Do not driveAir bagsFree replacement158KunitsJan 2019 17V683000 · BMW OF North America, LlcEngine And Engine Cooling recallThe heater for the positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) valve may short circuit.Engine & powertrainFree replacement741KunitsOct 2017 17V428000 · BMW OF North America, LlcAir Bags recallThe front passenger seat occupant detection mat that determines if, and how, the passenger frontal air bag should deploy in a…Air bagsFree repair2,158unitsJul 2017 15V318000 · BMW OF North America, LlcAir Bags recallPlease note that the 5-series and X5 vehicles are only included if they are equipped with the optional sports steering wheel.Do not driveAir bagsFree replacement419KunitsMay 2015 13V564000 · BMW OF North America, LlcAir Bags recallThe front passenger seat occupant detection mat that determines if and how the passenger frontal air bag should deploy in a crash…Air bagsFix in development77KunitsNov 2013