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US recalls (0)
No US recalls found for the 2025 BMW 5 Series.
Canadian recalls (4)
Show 4 Canadian recalls
Electrical
2026-02-19 · campaign 2026-075
Issue:
On certain vehicles, the wiring harness for the air conditioning system may not have been routed properly. As a result, when the cabin air filter is replaced, the wiring could become damaged by contact with the housing cover and cause a short circuit.
Note: This recall also affects certain 2025-2026 model year M5 sedan and 2025 model year M5 touring models.
Safety Risk:
A short circuit can create the risk of a fire.
Corrective Actions:
To reduce the safety risk, BMW advises not to use the remote heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) or remote engine start features and not to leave the vehicle unattended with the engine running until the recall repairs have been completed. BMW will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to inspect and, if necessary, replace the air conditioning system's electrical wiring harness. The dealer will also ensure that the wiring harness is secured properly.
Electrical
2025-04-01 · campaign 2025-168 · 228 vehicles
Issue:
On certain vehicles, the power connector for the starter-generator may not have been manufactured properly. As a result, the connection between the connector and the positive battery cable may be loose. If this happens, there could be a loss of power to the wheels and/or the connection could overheat.
Safety Risk:
A loss of power to the wheels could increase the risk of a crash. Wiring that overheats could increase the risk of a fire.
Corrective Actions:
BMW will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership. For certain vehicles, the dealer will replace the starter-generator and positive battery cable. For other vehicles, the dealer will inspect and, if necessary, replace the starter-generator and positive battery cable.
Steering
2024-09-25 · campaign 2024-560 · 316 vehicles
Issue:
On certain vehicles, the double universal joint on the steering shaft may become damaged during certain steering maneuvers. As a result, there could be a sudden change in steering feel and an increase in steering effort.
Safety Risk:
A sudden change in steering effort could increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Actions:
BMW will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to replace the double universal joint on the steering shaft.
Brakes
2024-08-12 · campaign 2024-456
Issue:
On certain vehicles, a problem with the integrated brake system could cause reduced power brake assist. As a result, there may be reduced braking and the antilock braking system (ABS) and dynamic stability control (DSC) may not work.
Note: This recall replaces Transport Canada recall no. 2024-087.
Safety Risk:
Reduced braking can cause extended stopping distances and could increase the risk of a crash. Additionally, antilock brake and stability control systems that don't work could increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Actions:
The company will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to replace the integrated brake system.
Owner complaints
No owner complaints found for the 2025 BMW 5 Series.
Crash test ratings
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2025 BMW 5 Series.
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|
| 2025 BMW 5 Series Hybrid Sedan 4 DR AWD | – | – | – | – |
Fuel economy
EPA ratings for each 2025 BMW 5 Series version.
| Version | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined | Yearly fuel cost |
|---|
| 530i Sedan 2.0 L Automatic (S8) | 28 | 35 | 31 | $2,650 |
| 530i xDrive Sedan 2.0 L Automatic (S8) | 27 | 35 | 30 | $2,750 |
| 540i xDrive Sedan 3.0 L Automatic (S8) | 26 | 33 | 28 | $2,950 |
| 550e xDrive Sedan 3.0 L Automatic (S8) | 23 | 26 | 24 | $3,400 |
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Recalls updated 2026-10-30.