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 (2022 – 2025)on 28/03/2026
The cockpit cable harness may be damaged when the microfilter is replaced. This can lead to a short circuit, with smoke build-up resulting in fire. The BMW 5 […]
- BMW 5 Series (1998 – 2003)on 27/02/2026
The chemical substances in the inflators of the TAKATA NADI airbags may deteriorate over time, particularly in warm, humid climates. This could cause the […]
- BMW 5 Series (2020 – 2024)on 20/02/2026
The failure concerns the RSW22 starter, type RWT (reinforced for watertightness). Increased abrasion of the magnetic contact can lead to the formation of […]
Currently 7104 Recalls