2013 BMW ACTIVEHYBRID 5 — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
3
Owner Complaints
1
Recall
15
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2013 BMW ACTIVEHYBRID 5
The 2013 BMW ACTIVEHYBRID 5 has received a total of 3 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There has been 1 recall campaign affecting this vehicle, covering issues with EXTERIOR LIGHTING. 15 technical service bulletins have been issued by BMW of North America, LLC for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Engine (1 complaint), Power Train (1 complaint), and Unknown Or Other (1 complaint).
Recalls for the 2013 BMW ACTIVEHYBRID 5
NHTSA has recorded 1 recall for the 2013 BMW ACTIVEHYBRID 5, potentially affecting up to 13,443 vehicles.
Recall 15V188000 — EXTERIOR LIGHTING
| 13,443 vehicles affected
Defect: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2013 528i, 528i xDrive, 535i, 535i xDrive, 550i, 550i xDrive, and ActiveHybrid 5 vehicles. The rear reflex reflectors may not reflect enough light. As such, the vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Consequence: The vehicle may be less visible to other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear reflex reflectors, free of charge. The recall began July 28, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2013 BMW ACTIVEHYBRID 5
3 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2013 BMW ACTIVEHYBRID 5. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Power Train | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Unknown Or Other | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
ENGINE SHUTS OFF WHILE IN DRIVE MODE AND IN MOTION ON THE HIGHWAY, WHILE AT A STREET LIGHT AND WHEN TURNING. THIS HAS HAPPENED MULTIPLE TIMES. I HAVE TAKEN IT TO THE DEALERSHIP MULTIPLE TIMES AND THEY DON'T KNOW WHAT'S WRONG WITH IT. THEY HAVE IT AT THE DEALERSHIP NOW. I AM WORRIED THAT I AM GOING TO BE KILLED IN THIS CAR.
ENGINE SHUTS OFF WHILE IN DRIVE MODE AND IN MOTION ON THE HIGHWAY, WHILE AT A STREET LIGHT AND WHEN TURNING. THIS HAS HAPPENED MULTIPLE TIMES. I HAVE TAKEN IT TO THE DEALERSHIP MULTIPLE TIMES AND THEY DON'T KNOW WHAT'S WRONG WITH IT. THEY HAVE IT AT THE DEALERSHIP NOW. I AM WORRIED THAT I AM GOING TO BE KILLED IN THIS CAR.
ENGINE SHUTS OFF WHILE IN DRIVE MODE AND IN MOTION ON THE HIGHWAY, WHILE AT A STREET LIGHT AND WHEN TURNING. THIS HAS HAPPENED MULTIPLE TIMES. I HAVE TAKEN IT TO THE DEALERSHIP MULTIPLE TIMES AND THEY DON'T KNOW WHAT'S WRONG WITH IT. THEY HAVE IT AT THE DEALERSHIP NOW. I AM WORRIED THAT I AM GOING TO BE KILLED IN THIS CAR.
Safety Rating for the 2013 BMW ACTIVEHYBRID 5
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2013 BMW ACTIVEHYBRID 5 in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2013 BMW ACTIVEHYBRID 5
BMW of North America, LLC has issued 15 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2013 BMW ACTIVEHYBRID 5. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
B010717 — SERVICE BRAKES
"BRAKE SYSTEM'S ELECTRIC VACUUM PUMP: LIMITED WARRANTY EXTENSION TO 10 YEARS/120,000 MILES. For the eligible vehicles, BMW of North America, LLC (""BMW NA"") is extending the limited warranty for the brake system's electric vacuum pump to 10 years/120,000 miles as determined by the vehicle's original in-service date produced up to...
B512017 — STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
"WINDOW FRAME TRIM OF FRONT DOOR IS DISPLACED. ? Noise detected upon closing door ? Damage to one or both window frame trims (front and rear door). CAUSE Front window frame trim is offset toward ""B"" pillar (as shown). Replace one or both window frame trim panels, if damaged."
B240316 — POWER TRAIN
TRANSMISSION OVERHEATING WARNING ON GEN2 HYBRIDS. Transmission warning light is illuminated and vehicle goes into fail-safe mode. The following Check Control messages may be displayed: CC 585 - Hybrid System Fault! CC 569 - Drivetrain, stop carefully! CC 586 - Drivetrain no restart! During diagnosis, some of the following fault...
B510416 — EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Groaning Noise When Adjusting Steering Column. A groaning noise can be heard when the steering column is retracted and moves into the lower position. Friction between gap trim and the lower trim cover.
B160715 — FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
SI B16 07 15 February 2016 Fuel Supply Systems Technical Service. This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B16 07 15 dated January 2016. designates changes to this revision SUBJECT Fuel Tank Non-Return Valve Faults with SES Light. Check Engine Light is illuminated and the following faults are stored in the...
SIB-12-19=15 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY:CABLES
BMW: SOME VEHICLES B+ CABLE TO 12V BATTERY WILL CORRODE OVERTIME AND BREAK CAUSING OUTPUT TO DC/DC CONVERTER TO BE INTERRUPTED. MODEL 2011-13 ACTIVEHYBRID 5, 7. *PE
12 19 15 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY:CABLES
THE ELECTRIC MACHINE ELECTRONICS CONNECTION FOR THE B+ THAT LEADS TO THE 12V BATTERY THAT MOVES ENERGY FROM THE DC/DC CONVERTER MAY CORRODE OVER TIME, WHICH COULD BREAK IN SOME CASES. THIS WOULD INTERRUPT THE OUTPUT FROM THE DC/DC AND WOULD DISCHARGE THE 12V BATTERY. *MA
B121415 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
"DME Fault Code CD9711 Stored After Programming. After programming the vehicle with ISTA/P 3.55.0 (I-Level F010-15-03-501 and F001-15-03-501): ? The check engine light (CEL) is illuminated, and ? DME fault code ""CD9711 - FlexRay, message (control diagnostics OBD vehicle dynamics, 247.0.2): missing"" is stored and cannot be cleared. CAUSE DME...
SIB-12-14-15 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
BMW: DUE TO SOFTWARE ISSUE AFTER PROGRAMMING, CHECK ENGINE LIGHT (CEL) WILL ILLUMINATE. MODEL F10, F02. NO YEARS LISTED. *PS
613014 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
"SI B61 30 14February 2015 General Electrical SystemsTechnical Service This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B61 30 14 dated January 2015. designates changes to this revision SUBJECT BMW Maintenance Program: 12-Volt Battery Replacement Measure. INFORMATION This bulletin outlines a customer satisfaction measure that has been designed exclusively for the BMW...
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NHTSA Investigations for the 2013 BMW ACTIVEHYBRID 5
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the BMW ACTIVEHYBRID 5
- 2012 BMW ACTIVEHYBRID 5 — 0 complaints
- 2013 BMW ACTIVEHYBRID 5 (current)
- 2014 BMW ACTIVEHYBRID 5 — 2 complaints