2018 BMW M5 — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
7
Owner Complaints
3
Recalls
23
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2018 BMW M5
The 2018 BMW M5 has received a total of 7 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 4 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA, FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. 23 technical service bulletins have been issued by BMW of North America, LLC for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Engine (2 complaints), Air Bags (1 complaint), and Fuelpropulsion System (1 complaint).
Recalls for the 2018 BMW M5
NHTSA has recorded 4 recalls for the 2018 BMW M5, potentially affecting up to 260,810 vehicles.
Recall 19V684000 — BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
| 257,473 vehicles affected
Defect: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018 540d, 2018-2020 530i, 530i xDrive, 540i, 540i xDrive, M550i xDrive, M5, 530e, 530e xDrive, X3 sDrive, X3 xDrive, X3 M40i, X3 M, and 2019-2020 X4 xDrive, X4 M40i, X4 M, X7 xDrive, X7 M50i, 740Li, 740Li xDrive, 750Li, 750Li xDrive, 8 Series Convertible and Coupe 840i, 840i xDrive, M850i xDrive,...
Consequence: The lack of an image in the back-up camera display increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will update the back-up camera software, free of charge. The recall began November 8, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or Rolls-Royce at 1-877-877-3735. Toyota owners may contact Toyota customer service...
View full details →Recall 18V473000 — FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
| 1,645 vehicles affected
Defect: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018 BMW M5 vehicles. The fuel level sensor in the fuel tank may become stuck against an in-tank fuel line, causing the fuel gauge to display an inaccurate and possibly larger amount of fuel than is actually available.
Consequence: An incorrect fuel reading may lead to the vehicle stalling and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will secure the in-tank fuel line to keep the fuel line from contacting the fuel level sensor, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin September 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service...
View full details →Recall 18V323000 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
| 846 vehicles affected
Defect: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018 BMW M5 vehicles. In certain driving conditions, the engine control unit software may cause the fuel pump to stop.
Consequence: If the fuel pump stops, the vehicle will stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will update the engine control unit software, free of charge. The recall began on June 25, 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
View full details →Recall 18V323000 — FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
| 846 vehicles affected
Defect: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018 BMW M5 vehicles. In certain driving conditions, the engine control unit software may cause the fuel pump to stop.
Consequence: If the fuel pump stops, the vehicle will stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will update the engine control unit software, free of charge. The recall began on June 25, 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2018 BMW M5
7 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2018 BMW M5. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuelpropulsion System | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Power Train | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Unknown Or Other | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
BMW issued a stop sale on 2017-2023 bmw F90 M5 chassis regarding the expansion tank failure. All vehicles should be affected by the recall. My current vehicle is experiencing the issues stated on the recall notice. Expansion tank is failing and causing coolant to seep into engine bay
BMW issued a stop sale on 2017-2023 bmw F90 M5 chassis regarding the expansion tank failure. All vehicles should be affected by the recall. My current vehicle is experiencing the issues stated on the recall notice. Expansion tank is failing and causing coolant to seep into engine bay
The coolant tank on my 2018 M5 failed causing a coolant leak. This is a highly documented problem on the forums and mine needed replacement at 22k miles. The bigger issue is the location of the tank because the coolant leaks on the ignition coils and fuel injectors causing failures later. My coils and spark plugs needed replacement along with the tank. This is unacceptable and BMW needs to address this issue.
This is for the front passenger seat only.The idrive system will give an error for the passenger restraint system and will mention there is a seat belt issue and turn off the airbag. This is intermittent and will happen with or without a passenger. I contacted BMW about it but because it is not presently acting out, they won't do anything about it unless I want to just start paying for new parts and do "exploratory" surgery on it trying to resolve this. Unacceptable as this has been happening for a couple of years and is a danger because of it happens during an accident it could prove fatal.
This is for the front passenger seat only.The idrive system will give an error for the passenger restraint system and will mention there is a seat belt issue and turn off the airbag. This is intermittent and will happen with or without a passenger. I contacted BMW about it but because it is not presently acting out, they won't do anything about it unless I want to just start paying for new parts and do "exploratory" surgery on it trying to resolve this. Unacceptable as this has been happening for a couple of years and is a danger because of it happens during an accident it could prove fatal.
Safety Rating for the 2018 BMW M5
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2018 BMW M5 in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2018 BMW M5
BMW of North America, LLC has issued 23 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2018 BMW M5. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
B170324 — ENGINE
Under certain driving situations, coolant leaks onto the fuel injectors on cylinder bank (5-8).
B360121 — STEERING
At low outside temperatures (below 40 degrees F) and slow driving speeds (i.e. when parking, maneuvering)with a large steering angle, the front end can be slightly axially misaligned. This can be felt (jerking)/ heard via an acoustic acknowledgement (clunk) as seen at the 11 second mark of the video. See...
B620223 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
In SPORT mode, a black square appears in the RPM gauge (tachometer) section of the instrument cluster display.
B720321 — SEAT BELTS
M5 CS PRECRASH SAFETY BELT TENSIONING TRIGGERS PREMATURELY IN CERTAIN SITUATIONS: In certain situations, when the vehicle is being driven more dynamically and repeated heavy braking may berequired, the Precrash Safety Belt tightening application may activate even though there is no presence of a hazardous situation.
B510221 — PARKING BRAKE
AIR DUCT COVER LOOSE OR MISSING: The air duct cover (fender mounted) may be loose or missing. Prolonged high-speed driving can cause movements of the fender, causing the air duct to become loose.
B160420 — FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
TANK VENTILATION DIAGNOSIS: There is software error in the diagnosis of the fuel tank ventilation valve. This error may result in the Service Engine Soon (MIL) light not being activated if a fault is found in the tank vent system after a second fault detection.
B090218 — EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
NEW ECU VALIDATION NEEDED AFTER REPLACING CERTAIN CONTROL MODULES: With introduction of the new Headunit HU-H3 (MGU Media Graphics Unit), there is a new protection mechanism against tampering. If one or more of the following components needs to be replaced, the secure connection between them must be re-established: MGU TCB...
B090218 — EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
NEW ECU VALIDATION NEEDED AFTER REPLACING CERTAIN CONTROL MODULES: With introduction of the new Headunit HU-H3 (MGU Media Graphics Unit), there is a new protection mechanism against tampering. If one or more of the following components needs to be replaced, the secure connection between them must be re-established: MGU TCB...
B330319 — SUSPENSION
SERVICE ACTION: CHECKING THE THRUST WASHER AND THE REAR AXLE ANTI-ROLL BAR. On vehicles with an incorrect setting of the thrust washer contact between the thrust washer and the sway bar may occur over time. This can lead to corrosion and breakage of the anti-roll bar. Installation error of the...
B341019 — EQUIPMENT
HELPFUL INFORMATION FOR CUSTOMER DISCUSSIONS REGARDING MOTORSPORT VEHICLE BRAKES: INFORMATION Inform the customer during a consultation that the M Compound (standard equipment) and M Carbon Ceramic (optional) brakes are high-performance brake systems which are designed for sporty dynamic driving styles. As a side effect of the highest possible brake performance...
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NHTSA Investigations for the 2018 BMW M5
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the BMW M5
- 2013 BMW M5 — 16 complaints
- 2014 BMW M5 — 4 complaints
- 2015 BMW M5 — 4 complaints
- 2016 BMW M5 — 1 complaint
- 2018 BMW M5 (current)
- 2019 BMW M5 — 10 complaints
- 2020 BMW M5 — 1 complaint
- 2021 BMW M5 — 4 complaints
- 2022 BMW M5 — 1 complaint