2015 BMW M5 — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
4
Owner Complaints
1
Recall
6
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2015 BMW M5
The 2015 BMW M5 has received a total of 4 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There has been 1 recall campaign affecting this vehicle, covering issues with POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT. 6 technical service bulletins have been issued by BMW of North America, LLC for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Electrical System (1 complaint), Engine (1 complaint), and Fuelpropulsion System (1 complaint).
Recalls for the 2015 BMW M5
NHTSA has recorded 1 recall for the 2015 BMW M5, potentially affecting up to 956 vehicles.
Recall 16V540000 — POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
| 956 vehicles affected
Defect: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2015 BMW M5 sedans manufactured September 4, 2014, through December 4, 2014, 2015 M6 coupes manufactured September 3, 2014, through December 3, 2014, 2015 M6 convertibles manufactured September 8, 2014, through December 4, 2014, and 2015 M6 Gran Coupe vehicles manufactured September3, 2014, through December 4, 2014. The affected...
Consequence: Due to the improper weld, the driveshaft may fracture and fail, causing loss of drive to the rear wheels and a loss of propulsion. Additionally, if the car is turned off and exited without the parking brake applied, the car may roll. Either condition increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the driveshaft, as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during September 2016. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2015 BMW M5
4 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2015 BMW M5. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuelpropulsion System | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
DOOR LOCKS. PASSENGER DOORS DO NOT UNLOCK FROM INSIDE WHEN PULLING DOOR HANDLES. CANNOT UNLOCK MANUALLY. MUST PRESS BUTTON ON DASH TO UNLOCK. VEHICLE NOT IN MOTION.
I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD WHEN MY BMW M5 STARTED TO JUMP AND THE RPM'S NEEDLE STARTED TO JUMP UP AND DOWN AND LEAVING ME STRANDED IN THE MIDDLE OF THE ROAD. CAR DISPLAYED MESSAGES THAT SAID 'FUEL SUPPLY- FULL DRIVE PERFORMANCE NOT AVAILABLE DRIVE MODERATELY ' AND ANOTHER 'DRIVETRAIN MALFUNCTION: DRIVE MODERATELY. MAXIMUM DRIVETRAIN OUTPUT NOT AVAILABLE ' CAR HAS 33,000 MILES
I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD WHEN MY BMW M5 STARTED TO JUMP AND THE RPM'S NEEDLE STARTED TO JUMP UP AND DOWN AND LEAVING ME STRANDED IN THE MIDDLE OF THE ROAD. CAR DISPLAYED MESSAGES THAT SAID 'FUEL SUPPLY- FULL DRIVE PERFORMANCE NOT AVAILABLE DRIVE MODERATELY ' AND ANOTHER 'DRIVETRAIN MALFUNCTION: DRIVE MODERATELY. MAXIMUM DRIVETRAIN OUTPUT NOT AVAILABLE ' CAR HAS 33,000 MILES
THE CARS BRAKES KEEP SCREECHING LOUD. I REACHED OUT TO BMW AND THEY STATED THAT THE BRAKES KEEP SCREECHING BECAUSE THIS CAR IS A PERFORMANCE VEHICLE BUT SOMEONE WHO WORKS AT BMW TOLD ME THAT ITS NOT TRUE AND THAT BMW MADE A MISTAKE WHEN BUILDING THE CAR AND THAT I AM NOT THE FIRST CUSTOMER TO COMPLAIN ABOUT THIS ISSUE AND THEY HAVE NOT DONE ANYTHING TO RESOLVE IT.
Safety Rating for the 2015 BMW M5
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2015 BMW M5 in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2015 BMW M5
BMW of North America, LLC has issued 6 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2015 BMW M5. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
B512819 — STRUCTURE
NOISE FROM FRONT AREA: There is a hissing or wind noise present from the front area of the vehicle at speeds above 60 mph.
B513016 — LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:TAILGATE:LATCH
TAILGATE UNINTENTIONALLY OPENS: Trunk/tailgate may open when vehicle is locked.
B110817 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
?SERVICE ACTION: REPLACE THE TURBOCHARGER COOLANT LINES (S63). The coolant lines running into the turbochargers may develop a leak over time. Material used for the coolant lines may not withstand prolonged turbocharger temperatures.
BMWAUG0616 — STRUCTURE
The delivery stop has been lifted for certain affected M vehicles produced from May 12, 2016 through July 4, 2016. While the delivery stop has been lifted, customers must sign a disclosure prior to delivery acknowledging the premature wearing of the rear axle differential. A copy of the disclosure form...
122114 — FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Engine Malfunction Warning Illuminated with FC 193208: Fuel Level Plausibility Stored in DME. The customer states that the engine malfunction warning lamp is illuminated and, while filling the fuel tank, the fuel gauge did not show the proper fill level. After the vehicle is driven a short distance, the fuel...
111414 — ENGINE
Engine Damage Due to Debris in Oil Passages. After performing extensive engine repairs (e.g., cylinder head removal), the engine begins to knock and may lose power. Debris has entered the engine oiling passages during cleaning of the engine block and cylinder head mating surfaces during engine repair.
NHTSA Investigations for the 2015 BMW M5
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the BMW M5
- 2010 BMW M5 — 3 complaints
- 2013 BMW M5 — 16 complaints
- 2014 BMW M5 — 4 complaints
- 2015 BMW M5 (current)
- 2016 BMW M5 — 1 complaint
- 2018 BMW M5 — 7 complaints
- 2019 BMW M5 — 10 complaints
- 2020 BMW M5 — 1 complaint