Bmw 5 Series — 2026-075
High risk
Feb 19, 2026
Model years: 2024, 2025, 2026
On certain vehicles, the wiring harness for the air conditioning system may not have been routed properly. As a result, when the cabin air filter is replaced, the wiring could beco
Also affects: Bmw 7 Series, Bmw 1-800-567-2691
Bmw 5 Series — Engine
High risk
Jan 30, 2026
Model years: 2021, 2022, 2023
Issue: On certain vehicles, the engine starter may not have been manufactured properly. As a result, the starter could overheat. Safety Risk: A starter that overheats can create th
Also affects: Bmw X4, Bmw 3 Series, Bmw Z4, Bmw 4 Series, Bmw X3
Bmw 5 Series — Electrical
High risk
Sep 23, 2025
Model years: 2020, 2021
On certain vehicles, water could leak into the starter relay and cause it to corrode. If this happens, the relay could short circuit and the starter could overheat.
Also affects: Bmw 3 Series, Bmw 4 Series, Bmw X3, Bmw X4, Bmw Z4
Bmw 5 Series — Electrical
High risk
Apr 1, 2025
Model years: 2025
On certain vehicles, the power connector for the starter-generator may not have been manufactured properly. As a result, the connection between the connector and the positive batte
Also affects: Bmw 3 Series, Bmw 4 Series, Bmw X3, Bmw 1-800-567-2691
Bmw 5 Series — Steering
High risk
Sep 25, 2024
Model years: 2024, 2025
Issue: On certain vehicles, the double universal joint on the steering shaft may become damaged during certain steering maneuvers. As a result, there could be a sudden change in st
Also affects: Bmw 7 Series
Bmw 5 Series — Label
High risk
Aug 15, 2024
Model years: 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024
On certain vehicles, the tire and loading information label does not list that there is no spare tire in both official languages. The label reads as "NONE" when it should read as "
Also affects: Bmw 1 Series, Bmw 2 Series, Bmw 3 Series, Bmw 4 Series, Bmw 6 Series
Bmw 5 Series — Engine
High risk
Aug 13, 2024
Model years: 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016
Issue: On certain vehicles, fluid from the positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) system could leak on the intake air hose. As a result, the fluid could enter the electrical connecto
Also affects: Bmw X1, Bmw Z4, Bmw 3 Series, Bmw X3, Bmw 4 Series
Bmw 5 Series — Brakes
High risk
Aug 12, 2024
Model years: 2024, 2025
On certain vehicles, a problem with the integrated brake system could cause reduced power brake assist. As a result, there may be reduced braking and the antilock braking system (A
Also affects: Bmw 7 Series, Bmw X1, Bmw X2, Bmw X5, Bmw X6
Bmw 5 Series — Engine
High risk
Aug 8, 2024
Model years: 2018
On certain vehicles, a wrong part may have been installed by a BMW dealer during recall 11 81 22RC (Transport Canada recall no. 2022-452). As a result, a second repair is required.
Also affects: Bmw 1-800-567-2691
Bmw 5 Series — Airbag
High risk
Jul 11, 2024
Model years: 2014
Issue: On certain vehicles, the driver-front airbag inflator could rupture when the airbag deploys in a crash. If this happens, the airbag may not properly inflate and fragments co
Also affects: Bmw X3, Bmw 3 Series, Bmw 4 Series, Bmw X5, Bmw 6 Series
Bmw 5 Series — Brakes
High risk
Feb 12, 2024
Model years: 2024
This recall was replaced by Transport Canada recall no. 2024-456. Issue: On certain vehicles, a problem with the integrated brake system could cause reduced power brake assist. As
Also affects: Bmw Xm, Bmw 7 Series, Bmw X7, Bmw X1, Bmw X5
Bmw 5 Series — Engine
High risk
Oct 20, 2023
Model years: 2010, 2011
On certain vehicles, the variable camshaft timing (VANOS) adjustment unit housing bolts could loosen or break. As a result, the camshaft could become incorrectly adjusted and cause
Also affects: Bmw 1 Series, Bmw 3 Series, Bmw X3, Bmw X5, Bmw X6
Bmw 5 Series — Electrical
High risk
Oct 18, 2023
Model years: 2024
On certain vehicles, the steering wheel hands-on detection system may not detect when the driver removes their hands from the steering wheel. If the driver has an emergency and is
Also affects: Bmw 7 Series, Bmw I5, Bmw I7, Bmw 1-800-567-2691
Bmw 5 Series — Engine
High risk
Aug 10, 2022
Model years: 2018
Issue: On certain 540d xDrive models, the exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) cooler could crack internally and leak. If this happens, you may notice the following symptoms: a warning
Bmw 5 Series — Engine
High risk
Mar 2, 2022
Model years: 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010
On certain vehicles equipped with an N52 or N52K 6-cylinder engine, a manufacturing problem could cause the PCV valve heater (blow-by heater) to short circuit and overheat.
Also affects: Bmw 1 Series, Bmw 3 Series, Bmw X3, Bmw X5, Bmw Z4
Bmw 5 Series — Engine
High risk
Nov 19, 2021
Model years: 2014, 2015, 2016
Issue: On certain vehicles, the exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) cooler could crack internally and leak. If this happens, you may notice the following symptoms: a warning symbol in
Also affects: Bmw X5, Bmw 3 Series, Bmw X3, Bmw 7 Series
Bmw 5 Series — High Voltage
High risk
Sep 24, 2021
Model years: 2020, 2021
Issue: On certain plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEV), debris may have entered the high-voltage battery during production. As a result, the battery could short circuit. Note: T
Also affects: Bmw X3, Mini Cooper Countryman, Bmw 3 Series, Bmw X5
Bmw 5 Series — Brakes
High risk
Aug 3, 2021
Model years: 2020
On certain vehicles, a software problem could cause the vacuum pump to be damaged during engine starting. If this happens, there could be a loss of brake assist. This can cause an
Also affects: Bmw 3 Series, Bmw 7 Series, Bmw X3, Bmw X4, Bmw Z4
Bmw 5 Series — Fuel System
High risk
Jul 29, 2021
Model years: 2014, 2015, 2016
On certain vehicles equipped with a diesel engine, the high-pressure fuel pump may wear prematurely. This can cause reduced engine performance and could lead to a sudden engine sta
Also affects: Bmw 3 Series, Bmw X3, Bmw X5, Bmw 1-800-567-2691
Bmw 5 Series — Seats And Restraints
High risk
Jul 21, 2021
Model years: 2021
Issue: On certain vehicles, the passenger seat belt assemblies may contain defective automatic locking retractors (ALR). As a result, the seat belts may not properly lock to secure
Also affects: Bmw 2 Series, Mini Countryman, Bmw X1, Bmw Z4, Bmw 3 Series
Bmw 5 Series — Visual System
High risk
Feb 18, 2021
Model years: 2020, 2021
On certain vehicles, a software problem could cause the rearview camera image not to appear correctly in the central display. Canadian regulations require the rearview image to dis
Also affects: Bmw 3 Series, Bmw 4 Series, Bmw 7 Series, Bmw 8 Series, Bmw X3
Bmw 5 Series — High Voltage
High risk
Sep 30, 2020
Model years: 2020, 2021
Issue: On certain plug-In hybrid electric vehicles (PHEV), debris may have entered the high-voltage battery during production. As a result, the battery could short circuit. Safety
Also affects: Mini Cooper Countryman, Bmw X3, Bmw 3 Series, Bmw X5
Bmw 5 Series — Airbag
High risk
Apr 29, 2020
Model years: 2017
On certain cars, there may be a problem with the side curtain airbag inflators. This could cause the airbags to inflate with more force than normal in a crash. It could also cause
Also affects: Bmw 7 Series, Bmw 1-800-567-2691
Bmw 5 Series — Electrical
High risk
Dec 12, 2019
Model years: 2019, 2020
On certain M5 and M8 models, the transmission wiring harness could become damaged and lead to a short circuit. As a result, the vehicle could suddenly shift to neutral while drivin
Also affects: Bmw 8 Series, Bmw 1-800-567-2691
Bmw 5 Series — Visual System
High risk
Oct 1, 2019
Model years: 2018, 2019, 2020
Issue: On certain vehicles, the rearview camera does not return to the default settings when it turns on. This could make the rearview image difficult to see if a driver had previo
Also affects: Bmw 6 Series, Bmw X3, Bmw Z4, Bmw X5, Bmw 3 Series
Bmw 5 Series — Seats And Restraints
High risk
Jun 7, 2019
Model years: 2016
A problem with the driver’s seat belt could cause it not to lock-up as designed during braking or in a crash.
Also affects: Bmw X1, Mini 5 Door, Mini Clubman, Bmw 1-800-567-2691, Mini 1-866-378-6464
Bmw 5 Series — Engine
High risk
Apr 5, 2019
Model years: 2006
On certain vehicles equipped with an N52 6-cylinder engine, a manufacturing problem could cause the PCV valve heater to overheat.
Also affects: Bmw 3 Series, Bmw Z4, Bmw 1-800-567-2691
Bmw 5 Series — Airbag
High risk
Jan 15, 2019
Model years: 2001, 2002, 2003
Issue: 2023 Update - BMW has updated this recall and issued a do not drive advisory for all vehicles that that not yet been repaired. Some vehicles may contain a replacement sport
Also affects: Bmw X5
Bmw 5 Series — Engine
High risk
Oct 26, 2018
Model years: 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016
This recall was replaced by Transport Canada Recall No. 2021-711. On certain vehicles, the cooler for Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) module may develop an internal leak and coolan
Also affects: Bmw 1 Series, Bmw 3 Series, Bmw 7 Series, Bmw X3, Bmw X5
Bmw 5 Series — Engine
High risk
Sep 13, 2018
Model years: 2018
On certain vehicles, a crankshaft sensor error may cause the engine to stall. This would result in a loss of motive power, which could increase the risk of a crash causing injury a
Also affects: Bmw 2 Series, Bmw 3 Series, Bmw 4 Series, Bmw 6 Series, Bmw X1
Bmw 5 Series — Fuel System
High risk
Jul 17, 2018
Model years: 2018
On certain BMW M5 models, the fuel level sensor may contact an in-tank fuel line, causing the fuel gauge to display an incorrect fuel level. This may create a situation where the v
Bmw 5 Series — Engine
High risk
Jul 12, 2018
Model years: 2018
On certain vehicles equipped with a diesel engine, a crankshaft sensor error may cause the engine to stall. This would result in a loss of motive power, which could increase the ri
Also affects: Bmw 1-800-567-2691
Bmw 5 Series — Fuel System
High risk
May 16, 2018
Model years: 2018
On certain BMW M5 models, an error in the engine control unit software may cause the fuel pump to stop working. This could cause the engine to stall, increasing the risk of a crash
Also affects: Bmw 1-800-567-2691
Bmw 5 Series — Electrical
High risk
Apr 19, 2018
Model years: 2010, 2011
On certain vehicles, the auxiliary water pump (which cools the turbocharger after the engine is turned OFF) can overheat and fail. This could result in a vehicle fire causing injur
Also affects: Bmw 6 Series, Bmw 7 Series, Bmw X5, Bmw X6, Mini Cooper S
Bmw 5 Series — Engine
High risk
Sep 28, 2017
Model years: 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011
On certain vehicles equipped with the N52 6-cylinder engine, an electrical short could occur in the PCV valve heater due to manufacturing irregularities. If this occurs, the surrou
Also affects: Bmw 1 Series, Bmw 3 Series, Bmw X3, Bmw X5, Bmw Z4
Bmw 5 Series — Powertrain
High risk
May 3, 2017
Model years: 2011
On certain vehicles, the rivet connections for the constant velocity (CV) joint of the rear driveshaft may have insufficient durability. Over time, this could cause the CV joint to
Also affects: Bmw 1 Series, Bmw 3 Series, Bmw Z4, Bmw 1-800-567-2691
Bmw 5 Series — Powertrain
High risk
Feb 3, 2017
Model years: 2011
On certain vehicles, the rivet connections for the constant velocity (CV) joint of the rear driveshaft may have insufficient durability. Over time, this could cause the CV joint to
Also affects: Bmw 3 Series, Bmw Z4, Bmw 1 Series
Bmw 5 Series — Airbag
High risk
Jan 20, 2017
Model years: 2001, 2002
Issue: 2023 Update - BMW has updated this recall and issued a do not drive advisory for all vehicles that that not yet been repaired. This recall is for certain vehicles that had a
Also affects: Bmw 3 Series, Bmw X5
Bmw 5 Series — Airbag
High risk
Dec 15, 2016
Model years: 2016
Certain vehicles may have been equipped with airbag inflators that do not meet specifications. This could cause affected airbags to fail to deploy properly in the event of a crash,
Also affects: Mini Clubman, Mini 3 Door, Bmw I3, Bmw 4 Series, Bmw X1
Bmw 5 Series — Seats And Restraints
High risk
Nov 15, 2016
Model years: 2011
On certain vehicles, a Sensor Cluster Unit (SCU) having incorrect programming may have been installed in error by dealers during servicing. As the SCU helps determine if the driver
Also affects: Bmw 7 Series
Bmw 5 Series — Fuel System
High risk
Oct 13, 2016
Model years: 2010, 2011
On certain vehicles, the wires going to the in-tank fuel pump may not have been crimped correctly. An incorrect crimp could increase the resistance of the circuit which could cause
Also affects: Bmw 6 Series, Bmw X5, Bmw X6, Bmw 1-800-567-2691
Bmw 5 Series — Powertrain
High risk
Jul 15, 2016
Model years: 2015
On certain M5 and M6 series vehicles, the rear driveshaft may have been inadequately welded during manufacturing. Over time, this could result in the driveshaft potentially fractur
Also affects: Bmw 6 Series, Bmw 1-800-567-2691
Bmw 5 Series — Electrical
High risk
Jul 30, 2015
Model years: 2012, 2015
Certain vehicles, which were parked at the port of entry in Halifax during the ice storms in February 2015, may have been exposed to excessive standing water and salt for an extend
Also affects: Bmw 2 Series, Bmw 3 Series, Bmw 4 Series, Bmw 6 Series, Bmw 7 Series
Bmw 5 Series — Airbag
High risk
May 27, 2015
Model years: 2002, 2003
Issue: 2023 Update - BMW has updated this recall and issued a do not drive advisory for all vehicles that that not yet been repaired. Long-term exposure to high absolute humidity a
Also affects: Bmw 3 Series, Bmw X5
Bmw 5 Series — Powertrain
High risk
Oct 3, 2014
Model years: 2013
On certain vehicles, a defect in manufacturing could result in a loss of oil supply to the vacuum pump. If this were to occur, the vacuum pump could fail, causing a loss of power a
Also affects: Bmw 3 Series, Bmw 4 Series, Bmw X1, Bmw X3, Bmw Z4
Bmw 5 Series — Engine
High risk
May 13, 2014
Model years: 2010, 2011
On certain vehicles, housing bolts for the variable camshaft timing system could break, allowing camshaft timing to deviate. If this occurs, the engine would revert to "limp home m
Also affects: Bmw 1 Series, Bmw 3 Series, Bmw X3, Bmw X5, Bmw Z4
Bmw 5 Series — Engine
High risk
Apr 10, 2014
Model years: 2010, 2011, 2012
On certain vehicles, housing bolts for the variable camshaft timing system could break, allowing camshaft timing to deviate. If this occurs, the engine would revert to "limp home m
Also affects: Bmw 1 Series, Bmw 3 Series, Bmw X3, Bmw X5, Bmw X6
Bmw 5 Series — Brakes
High risk
Sep 27, 2013
Model years: 2012, 2013
On certain vehicles, a defect in manufacturing could result in a loss of oil supply to the vacuum pump. If this were to occur, the vacuum pump could fail, causing a loss of power a
Also affects: Bmw 3 Series, Bmw X1, Bmw X3, Bmw Z4, Bmw 1-800-567-2691
Bmw 5 Series — Lights And Instruments
High risk
Sep 18, 2013
Model years: 2008, 2009, 2010
Certain vehicles may experience the loss of one or more rear lamp functions (tail, brake, turn and reverse). Failure of any rear lamp function may result in the following road user
Also affects: Bmw 1-800-567-2691
Bmw 5 Series — Airbag
High risk
Jul 5, 2013
Model years: 2006, 2007
On certain vehicles, the front passenger seat occupant detection mat can fatigue over time. As a result, the passenger airbag could deactivate, illuminating the airbag warning lamp
Also affects: Bmw 3 Series, Bmw 6 Series, Bmw 7 Series, Bmw X3, Bmw X5
Bmw 5 Series — Engine
High risk
Sep 27, 2012
Model years: 2013
One certain M5, M6 cabriolet and M6 coupe, the oil pump drive shaft could separate from the oil pump rotor. This could lead to a sudden loss of oil pressure causing severe engine d
Also affects: Bmw 6 Series, Bmw 1-800-567-2691
Bmw 5 Series — Electrical
High risk
Mar 23, 2012
Model years: 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010
On certain vehicles, the insulated bulkhead connector (used to join the two halves of the positive battery cable) may have been incorrectly installed during vehicle assembly. Over
Also affects: Bmw 6 Series, Bmw 1-800-567-2691
Bmw 5 Series — Electrical
High risk
Oct 21, 2011
Model years: 2010, 2011
On certain vehicles, the auxiliary water pump (which cools the turbocharger after the engine is turned OFF) can overheat and fail. This could result in a vehicle fire causing prope
Also affects: Bmw 6 Series, Bmw 7 Series, Bmw X5, Bmw X6, Rolls-Royce Ghost
Bmw 5 Series — Brakes
High risk
Oct 1, 2010
Model years: 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010
On certain vehicles, a check valve in the brake vacuum pump may leak a small amount of lubricating oil. Over time, this could result in contamination of the brake booster. Loss of
Also affects: Bmw 6 Series, Bmw 7 Series, Rolls-Royce Phantom, Rolls-Royce Phantom Coupe, Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe
Bmw 5 Series — Fuel System
High risk
Jul 22, 2010
Model years: 2010, 2011
On certain vehicles, the sender unit within the fuel tank could become stuck, causing the fuel gauge to display a greater quantity of fuel than that which is actually remaining in
Also affects: Bmw 1-800-567-2691
Bmw 5 Series — Label
High risk
Feb 3, 2010
Model years: 2010
Certain vehicles are equipped with a tire information label that does not conform to the Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Standard. It is indicating that the vehicle's seating capacity
Also affects: Bmw 7 Series, Bmw 1-800-567-2691
Bmw 5 Series — Seats And Restraints
High risk
Aug 26, 2008
Model years: 2004, 2005, 2006
On certain vehicles, the front passenger seat occupant detection mat can fatigue during field usage depending on the seat configuration, vehicle geometry, manner and frequency of f
Also affects: Bmw 3 Series, Bmw 6 Series, Bmw 7 Series, Bmw X3, Bmw X5
Bmw 5 Series — Electrical
High risk
Oct 16, 2007
Model years: 2006, 2007, 2008
Certain 550I, 650I cabriolet, 650I coupe, and X5 vehicles equipped with a V8 engine, operated in conditions of below-freezing temperatures combined with low humidity, may suffer an
Also affects: Bmw 6 Series, Bmw X5
Bmw 5 Series — Suspension
High risk
Jun 7, 2006
Model years: 2006
On certain vehicles, the rear shock lower bushings may not have been manufactured to specification (improper vulcanization of the bushing). Depending on vehicle operation and tempe
Also affects: Bmw 6 Series, Bmw 7 Series, Bmw 1-800-567-2691
Bmw 5 Series — Powertrain
High risk
Oct 26, 2005
Model years: 2006
On certain vehicles, the guide plate of the automatic transmission's parking lock pawl subsystem may fail. This could cause the parking lock pawl not to engage, after placing the t
Also affects: Bmw 6 Series, Bmw 7 Series, Bmw 1-800-567-2691
Bmw 5 Series — Seats And Restraints
High risk
Dec 3, 2004
Model years: 2004
On certain vehicles equipped with heated seats, excessive contact with the seat backrest side bolster upon entering and exiting the vehicle may damage the heating mat located in th
Also affects: Bmw 7 Series, Bmw 1-800-567-2691
Bmw 5 Series — Other
High risk
Jul 15, 2004
Model years: 2004
On certain vehicles, the digital engine management control unit was not produced according to specifications. As a result, engine stalling will occur after a short period of operat
Also affects: Bmw 6 Series, Bmw 7 Series, Bmw X5, Bmw 1-800-567-2691
Bmw 5 Series — Fuel System
High risk
Jun 11, 2004
Model years: 2004
On certain vehicles equipped with an 8-cylinder engine, the circular retention clip at the quick-release coupling along the fuel supply line was inadvertently omitted. As a result,
Also affects: Bmw 6 Series, Bmw 1-800-567-2691
Bmw 5 Series — Suspension
High risk
Apr 5, 2004
Model years: 1996, 1997
On certain vehicles, the front spring strut plate could develop cracks. Over time, the crack may propagate. In extreme cases, the strut plate could break and contact the tire. This
Bmw 5 Series — Airbag
High risk
Oct 24, 2003
Model years: 2001
On certain vehicles, a microprocessor in the airbag control module could cause one or more airbag(s) to deploy when placing the key in the ignition ON position, or when starting th
Bmw 5 Series — Structure
High risk
Mar 18, 2002
Model years: 2002
On certain 325I, 330I, 525I and 530I vehicles during the strut mount manufacturing process, the thrust bearing was not properly positioned and secured. If the suspension is fully u
Also affects: Bmw 3 Series, Bmw 1-800-567-2691
Bmw 5 Series — Tires
High risk
Jan 15, 2002
Model years: 2000, 2001
Certain 740ILA, 750IL and M5 vehicles equipped with 18-inch tires. (18-inch tires are standard equipment on the M5 and optional equipment on the 7-series models). The machine used
Also affects: Bmw 7 Series
Bmw 5 Series — Tires
High risk
Nov 14, 2001
Model years: 2002
Certain passenger vehicles built with standard (non-sport) suspension and equipped with continental ContTuringContact CH95 EcoPlus tires in the size 225/65R16 95H, having dotted co
Also affects: Bmw 1-800-567-2691
Bmw 5 Series — Electrical
High risk
Mar 9, 2000
Model years: 2000
On certain 323I, 328I, 528I, 528IT, 540I, 540IT, 740I, 740IL, 750IL and M5 vehicles, the brake light switch capacitor housing may be cracked and in high humidity conditions the cap
Also affects: Bmw 3 Series, Bmw 7 Series, Bmw 1-800-567-2691
Bmw 5 Series — Heater And Defroster
High risk
Oct 14, 1998
Model years: 1989, 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995
On certain vehicles, failure of a cooling system component such as thermostat, water pump or fan belt can result in a significant increase in coolant temperature and system pressur
Also affects: Bmw 3 Series, Bmw 7 Series, Bmw 8 Series, Bmw 1-800-567-2691
Bmw 5 Series — Powertrain
High risk
Jul 15, 1998
Model years: 1998
On certain 540I, 540IA, 740IA, 740ILA and 750ILA, the differential pinion shaft in the differential case assembly was not properly surface hardened. This condition will result in p
Also affects: Bmw 7 Series, Bmw 1-800-567-2691
Bmw 5 Series — Powertrain
High risk
Jul 15, 1998
Model years: 1998
On certain 528IA vehicles, the transmission gear position switch sealing material may in time develop leaks and allow water ingress. This could eventually result in incorrect indic
Also affects: Bmw 1-800-567-2691
Bmw 5 Series — Engine
High risk
Oct 9, 1997
Model years: 1989, 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995
On certain 318IC, 318IS, 318TI, 325I, 325IC, 325IS, 525I, 525IT, 530I, 530IT, 540I, 740I, 740IL, 840CI and M3, the cruise control and throttle cable are attached to the same thrott
Also affects: Bmw 3 Series, Bmw 7 Series, Bmw 8 Series, Bmw Z3, Bmw 1-800-567-2691
Bmw 5 Series — Lights And Instruments
High risk
Oct 7, 1996
Model years: 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993, 1994
On certain 325I, 325IC, 325IS, 525I, 525IT, 530I, 530IT, 535I, 540I, 735I, 735IL, 740I, 740IL and 750I, the brake light switch may fail due to a reduction of contact force on the "
Also affects: Bmw 3 Series, Bmw 7 Series, Bmw 1-800-567-2691
Bmw 5 Series — Airbag
High risk
Oct 7, 1996
Model years: 1991, 1992
On certain 318I, 318IS, 325I, 325IS, 525I, 525IT, 535I, 735I, 735IL, 750IL, 850I and M5, the locking tab for the airbag contact ring in the steering wheel assembly could break with
Also affects: Bmw 3 Series, Bmw 7 Series, Bmw 8 Series, Bmw 1-800-567-2691
Bmw 5 Series — Structure
High risk
Dec 28, 1994
Model years: 1994, 1995
On certain 525I, 525IA, 525ITA, 530I, 530IA and 530ITA vehicles, the central locking system double lock feature could unintentionally be engaged with occupants and the door/ignitio
Bmw 5 Series — Fuel System
High risk
May 30, 1994
Model years: 1989, 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993
On certain 318I, 318IC, 318IS, 325IC, 325IS, 325IX, 525I, 535I, 735I and 735IL vehicles, the fuel feed hose could harden and "set" over time due to engine compartment temperatures.
Also affects: Bmw 3 Series, Bmw 7 Series, Bmw 1-800-567-2691
Bmw 5 Series — Electrical
High risk
Mar 1, 1993
Model years: 1989
On certain 525I and 525IA, a fusible link mounted on the right side shock tower could break due to heat related aging. This would result in the interruption of all electrical syste
Also affects: Bmw 1-800-567-2691
Bmw 5 Series — Engine
High risk
Oct 13, 1992
Model years: 1991
On certain 535I, 535IA, 735IA, 735ILA vehicles, the nut which secures the throttle valve shaft may not have been tightened with sufficient torque. If the nut were to loosen, it is
Also affects: Bmw 7 Series, Bmw 1-800-567-2691
Bmw 5 Series — Engine
High risk
Feb 21, 1991
Model years: 1991
On certain 525I and 525IA vehicles, when driven at normal engine operating temperature with an ambient temperature of 5 degrees centigrade or less, different thermal expansion rate
Also affects: Bmw 1-800-567-2691
Bmw 5 Series — Suspension
High risk
Jan 22, 1991
Model years: 1991
On certain M5 vehicles, the scews attaching the wheel covers may not have been fully torqued. These screws could gradually loosen, resulting in road debris which could present a ha
Also affects: Bmw 1-800-567-2691
Bmw 5 Series — Seats And Restraints
High risk
Feb 27, 1990
Model years: 1988, 1989, 1990
On certain 525I, 535I, 735I, 735IL and 750IL vehicles, the front seat center fold-down armrest may contact and damage the seatbelt buckle if the seat back is moved forward to an up
Also affects: Bmw 7 Series, Bmw 1-800-567-2691
Bmw 5 Series — Electrical
High risk
Nov 27, 1986
Model years: 1986, 1987
On certain 325E, 325ES, 528E, 535I, 635CSI and 735I vehicles, the center high mounted brake light could add sufficient electrical load to cause the brake light switch to overheat,
Also affects: Bmw 3 Series, Bmw 6 Series, Bmw 7 Series, Bmw 1-800-567-2691
Bmw 5 Series — Brakes
High risk
Jan 25, 1984
Model years: 1984
On certain 533I, 633CSI and 733I, during assembly of the brake booster and master cylinder, stresses or possibly cracks in the master cylinder connecting flange may have occurred.
Also affects: Bmw 6 Series, Bmw 7 Series, Bmw 1-800-567-2691
Bmw 5 Series — Engine
High risk
Sep 27, 1982
Model years: 1981, 1982
On certain 528E vehicles, at very cold temperatures, when the engine is warmed up, water vapour might condense and freeze in the throttle houseing after a period of steady driving,
Also affects: Bmw 1-800-567-2691
Bmw 5 Series — Engine
High risk
Feb 2, 1982
Model years: 1982
On certain BMW 528E vehicles, at temperatures of -9 degrees celsius and colder and a warmed up engine, water vapour might condense and freeze in the throttle houseing after a perio
Also affects: Bmw 1-800-567-2691
Bmw 5 Series — Wheels
High risk
May 3, 1978
Model years: 1978
THE RUBBER SEAL BETWEEN THE METAL VALVE STEM AND THE WHEEL RIM CAN ALLOW SLOW SEEPAGE OF AIR AROUND THE VALVE BASE RESULTING IN VEHICLE OPERATION ON UNDER-INFLATED TIRES. THIS COND
Also affects: Bmw 3 Series, Bmw 1-800-567-2691
Bmw 5 Series — Other
High risk
Jul 29, 1977
Model years: 1975, 1976, 1977
THE POWER WINDOW SYSTEM ON THE SUBJECT VEHICLES DOES NOT FULLY COMPLY WITH C.M.V.S.S. 118. 1975-1976 BMW 3.0SI 1975-1977 BMW 530I 1977 BMW 630CSI 1973-1974 BMW Bavaria
Also affects: Bmw 6 Series, Bmw 1-800-567-2691
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