Recalls & complaints · NHTSA data
2018 BMW M5 recalls
Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2018 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.
Recall summary by component3
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Campaigns |
|---|---|
| Back over prevention | 1 |
| Fuel system, gasoline | 1 |
| Electrical system | 1 |
Safety recalls3
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Sep 27, 201919V684000 | Back over prevention: sensing system cameraThe lack of an image in the back-up camera display increases the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 19V684000
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| Jul 17, 201818V473000 | Fuel system, gasoline: storage tank assemblyAn incorrect fuel reading may lead to the vehicle stalling and increase the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 18V473000
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| May 16, 201818V323000 | Electrical system: softwareIf the fuel pump stops, the vehicle will stall, increasing the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 18V323000
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Owner complaints by component4
NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Complaints | % |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2 | 50 |
| Unknown or other | 1 | 25 |
| Air bags | 1 | 25 |
| Seat belts | 1 | 25 |
| Power train | 1 | 25 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 1 | 25 |
An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number.
Latest reports
- Unknown or other
“BMW issued a stop sale on 2017-2023 bmw F90 M5 chassis regarding the expansion tank failure. All vehicles should be affected by the recall. My current vehicle is experiencing the issues stated on the recall notice.”
- Engine
“The coolant tank on my 2018 M5 failed causing a coolant leak. This is a highly documented problem on the forums and mine needed replacement at 22k miles.”
- Air bags
“This is for the front passenger seat only.The idrive system will give an error for the passenger restraint system and will mention there is a seat belt issue and turn off the airbag.”
Other BMW M5 model years
- 20211 recall3 complaints
- 20203 recalls2 complaints
- 20193 recalls8 complaints
- 20183 recalls6 complaints
- 20151 recall3 complaints
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Other BMW models
- 2018 3 Series7 recalls73 complaints
- 2018 X55 recalls73 complaints
- 2018 5 Series7 recalls111 complaints
- 2018 X311 recalls76 complaints
- 2018 7 Series3 recalls8 complaints
- 2018 X64 recalls4 complaints
- 2018 X14 recalls59 complaints
- 2018 4 Series1 recall43 complaints
- 2018 X41 recall11 complaints
- 2018 6 Series2 recalls11 complaints
- 2018 2 Series2 recalls7 complaints
- 2018 i33 recalls14 complaints
2018 BMW M5 recall questions
How many recalls does the 2018 BMW M5 have?
NHTSA lists 3 safety recall campaigns for the 2018 BMW M5. The most recent, 19V684000 (reported September 27, 2019), concerns back over prevention. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.
What is the most common complaint about the 2018 BMW M5?
Engine is the most-reported component, named in 2 complaints out of 4 filed with NHTSA (50%). Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How do I check if a recall is open on my 2018 BMW M5?
Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the BMW recall lookup. That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised BMW dealer.
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