BMW 5 Series recalls
15 safety recalls for the BMW 5 Series (model years 2004–2011, 2023), explained in plain English. Pick your year:
All BMW 5 Series recalls
| Date | Recall | Vehicles | Problem | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023-12-07 | 23V821 | 2023 BMW 3 Series & 2023 BMW 4 Series + 8 more | Powertrain & transmission | 552 |
| 2023-10-20 | 23V707 | 2010–2012 BMW 1 Series & 2010–2012 BMW 3 Series + 4 more | Engine | 157,796 |
| 2022-03-03 | 22V119 | 2006–2012 BMW 3 Series & 2008–2013 BMW 128I + 4 more | Engine | 917,106 |
| 2012-04-11 | 12V161 | 2011 BMW 5 Series & 2011 BMW 5-SERIES Gran Turismo + 4 more | Engine | 2,846 |
| 2012-03-26 | 12V126 | 2004–2010 BMW 5 Series & 2004–2010 BMW 6 Series + 2 more | Electrical system | 367,682 |
| 2011-10-27 | 11V521 | 2008–2011 BMW X6 & 2009–2011 BMW 7-SERIES + 3 more | Engine | 32,084 |
| 2010-10-01 | 10V446 | 2004–2010 BMW 5 Series & 2004–2010 BMW 6 Series + 1 more | Brakes | 198,352 |
| 2010-07-22 | 10V331 | 2010–2011 BMW 5 Series & 2010–2011 BMW 5-SERIES Gran Turismo | Fuel system | 6,080 |
| 2008-08-05 | 08V384 | 2004–2006 BMW 5 Series & 2004–2006 BMW X3 + 1 more | Airbag | 200,000 |
| 2006-07-26 | 06V277 | 2006 BMW 5 Series & 2006 BMW 6 Series + 1 more | Suspension | 11,640 |
| 2006-05-31 | 06V187 | 2006 BMW 5 Series & 2006 BMW 6 Series | Suspension | 40 |
| 2005-11-03 | 05V504 | 2005–2006 BMW 5 Series & 2005–2006 BMW 6 Series + 1 more | Powertrain & transmission | 240 |
| 2004-12-09 | 04V575 | 2003–2004 BMW 7 Series & 2004 BMW 5 Series | Seats | 17,905 |
| 2004-07-14 | 04V344 | 2004 BMW 5 Series & 2004 BMW 6 Series + 2 more | Powertrain & transmission | 4,102 |
| 2004-06-25 | 04V303 | 2004 BMW 5 Series & 2004 BMW 6 Series | Fuel system | 7,532 |
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FAQ
How many recalls does the BMW 5 Series have?
The BMW 5 Series has 15 NHTSA safety recalls across model years 2004–2011, 2023. The 2006 model year has the most (7).
Are BMW 5 Series recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)