2021 BMW M5 recalls

1 safety recall, 3 owner complaints. Official NHTSA data.

1Recalls
3Complaints
1Crashes & fires reported
N/ANHTSA overall rating

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2021 BMW M5 recall list

Back Over Prevention recall

20V-598
September 30, 2020 · BMW of North America, LLC
Problem
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020-2021 X3 sDrive 30i, X3 xDrive 30i, X3M 40i, X3 xDrive 30e, X4 xDrive 30i, X4M 40i, 530i, 540i, 540i xDrive, M550i xDrive, M5, 550e, 550e xDrive, and 550e iPerformance vehicles. A small portion of the rearview image may be slightly obscured. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Safety risk
If the driver relies on only the rearview camera image, the reduced rearview image view can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, program the rearview camera with updated software. The recall began November 18, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

2021 BMW M5 owner complaints

3 complaints filed with NHTSA, including 0 crashes, 1 fire, 0 injuries and 0 deaths.

Problems by component

Engine1
Power Train1
Electrical System1
Fuel/Propulsion System1
Exterior Lighting1

Recent complaints

October 15, 2026Engine

BMW Federal Emissions Recall Campaign - Delivery Stop: Replace Coolant Expansion Tank [B170324] The manufacturer's recall remedy replaces a defective, heat-compromised plastic coolant reservoir with an identical plastic component that is subject to the exact same thermal fatigue and catastrophic failure. I had the dealer replace the tank in March 2024 under this recall. This week, however, I noted coolant residue from the horizontal seam of the expansion tank. Furthermore, the dealership's primary diagnostic criteria (a cold pressure test) FAILED to detect severe, ongoing coolant leakage that was actively drowning the fuel injectors, nearly resulting in catastrophic engine failure. I demande

June 24, 2024Power TrainElectrical SystemFuel/Propulsion SystemFire

Car catch on fire and explode it with 2 ocupantes inside

January 1, 2021Exterior Lighting

THE REVERSE BACKUP LIGHTS AND CAMERA IMAGE IS SO DIM AND LIMITED AS BE UNUSABLE AND VERY UNSAFE WHEN BACKING UP AT NIGHT IN DARKNESS. DEALER SERVICE COULD NOT FIX AS DESIGNED IN! I BELIEVE SAME SYSTEM USED ON ALL 2021 SERIES 5 CARS. LEFT CAR AT DEALER WITH FOBS AS I AM REFUSING THE CAR CANCELLING SALE AS HIDDEN DEFECT UNSAFE AND NOT FIXABLE PER DEALER SERVICE MGR. ATTACHED PHOTOS ARE ACTUALLY BRIGHTER THAN WHAT DRIVER SEES. VIEW IS FROM MY GARAGE AND DRIVEWAY TO BACKUP. RED TINT IS BREAK LIGHTS STRONGER THAN WEAK BACKUP LIGHTS ALL VERY ABNORMALLY DIM WITH VERY RESTRICTED ILLUMINATED VIEW.

2021 BMW M5 crash test ratings

VersionOverallFrontalSideRollover
2021 BMW M5 4 DR AWDNot ratedNot ratedNot ratedNot rated

Driver aids on the tested 2021 BMW M5: electronic stability control standard, forward collision warning standard, lane departure warning standard.

2021 BMW M5 recall FAQ

Does the 2021 BMW M5 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2021 BMW M5. The most recent, filed September 30, 2020, concerns the back over prevention.

What are the most common 2021 BMW M5 problems?

Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA. The most reported area is engine (1 reports), followed by power train.

Is the 2021 BMW M5 safe?

NHTSA has not published an overall crash test rating for the 2021 BMW M5.

How do I get a recall fixed on my 2021 BMW M5?

Contact any authorized BMW dealer. Recall repairs are free, even if you are not the original owner or the warranty has expired.