What is the most common problem with BMW 5 Series? Is it the engine, transmissions, electronics, suspension or reliability? Owner experience in our forum, or the number of recalls involving specific car parts, may provide the answer.
Recent BMW 5 Series Problems
BMW 5 SERIES (2015 – 2018) – THE STARTER MOTOR
BMW 5 SERIES (27/02/2017 – 29/06/2020) RECALL: Problem description: In rare cases the starter motor can inadvertently be activated permanently presenting a risk of a thermal event.
BMW 5 SERIES (2016 – 2020) – EGR SYSTEM LEAKS
BMW 5 SERIES (08/03/2016 – 30/06/2020) RECALL: Problem description: Undetected EGR System leaks may cause thermal activity in the intake manifold.
BMW 5 SERIES (2012 – 2017) – THE EGR COOLER
BMW 5 SERIES (25/01/2012 – 02/02/2017) RECALL: Problem description: The Exhaust Gas Recirculation cooler may leak over time and cause thermal incident.
If you wish to know more about possible problems of a specific car (e.g. real mileage, potential traffic accidents damages, odometer rollback, repairs, etc.), then we suggest going to HPI-Check.
See also: BMW Owners’ Reviews.
Latest EU Rapex BMW 5 Series Problems
- BMW 5 Series (2023 – 2025)on 09/05/2025
The positive battery cable of the starter-generator may not have been manufactured correctly. This could result in a loose electrical connection, leading to […]
- BMW 5 Series (2022 – 2024)on 10/01/2025
The hollow shaft of the servomotor was not welded correctly. The weld may not be able to withstand high braking pressure build-up and may break. In this case, […]
- BMW 5 Series (2024)on 13/12/2024
Due to manufacturing problem, the rotation bushing of the steering column’s double universal joint can break when the steering wheel is turned hard at the […]
Currently 7104 Recalls