BMW M5 recalls

17 safety recalls on file with NHTSA, including 3 with a do-not-drive warning. Updated Nov 5, 2026.

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.

Latest recalls

26V096000 · BMW OF North America, LlcElectrical System recallThe electrical wiring harness for the air conditioning system may become damaged during replacement of the cabin air filter.ElectricalFree replacement59KunitsFeb 1924V104000 · BMW OF North America, LlcElectronic Stability Control (esc) recallPlease see the recall report for a complete list of models and model years.Brakes & stabilityFree replacement267KunitsFeb 202420V598000 · BMW OF North America, LlcBack Over Prevention recallA small portion of the rearview image may be slightly obscured.Camera, lights & visibilitySoftware update312unitsSep 202019V883000 · BMW OF North America, LlcElectrical System recallThe transmission wiring harness can become damaged, resulting in an electrical short circuit.ElectricalFree replacement3,012unitsDec 201919V684000 · BMW OF North America, LlcBack Over Prevention recallThe back-up camera and display settings can be adjusted such that the rear view image is no longer visible and the system will…Camera, lights & visibilityFree software update257KunitsSep 201919V513000 · BMW OF North America, LlcEngine recallThe high pressure fuel pump may not have been properly attached to the engine, which may cause the fuel pump flange to crack…Engine & powertrainFree replacement115unitsJul 201918V473000 · BMW OF North America, LlcFuel System, Gasoline recallThe fuel level sensor in the fuel tank may become stuck against an in-tank fuel line, causing the fuel gauge to display an…Fuel systemFree repair1,645unitsJul 201818V323000 · BMW OF North America, LlcElectrical System recallIn certain driving conditions, the engine control unit software may cause the fuel pump to stop.ElectricalFree software update846unitsMay 201817V047000 · BMW OF North America, LlcAir Bags recallThese vehicles may have had a driver-side air bag module installed as replacement equipment such as after a vehicle crash…Do not driveAir bagsFree repair230KunitsJan 201716V914000 · BMW OF North America, LlcAir Bags recallThe affected vehicles have seat- mounted side air bag inflator initiators that may fail to ignite during a crash.Air bagsFree replacement3,506unitsDec 201616V540000 · BMW OF North America, LlcPower Train recallThe affected vehicles have a driveshaft that may have been inadequately welded during manufacturing.Engine & powertrainFree replacement956unitsJul 201615V718000 · BMW OF North America, LlcChild Seat recallThe affected vehicles have an inboard lower anchor for child restraints on the left rear seat that may have been bent downwards…Seats & beltsFree repair7,162unitsOct 201515V318000 · 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 201515V188000 · BMW OF North America, LlcExterior Lighting recallThe rear reflex reflectors may not reflect enough light.Camera, lights & visibilityFree replacement13KunitsMar 201513V407000 · BMW OF North America, LlcExterior Lighting recallOver time, increased resistance at the taillight electrical contact points may cause damage to the ground terminal and housing of…Camera, lights & visibilityFree replacement134KunitsSep 201312V475000 · BMW OF North America, LlcEngine And Engine Cooling recallDue to a manufacturing process error, the tolerance between the engine oil pump's drive shaft and the pump's rotor was not within…Do not driveEngine & powertrainFree replacement696unitsSep 201212V126000 · 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 2012