BMW 5 Series owners have reported 21 service brakes related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 7 most common service brakes problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's service brakes (11 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's brakes failed (4 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
There are 3 recalls reported for my year make and model of a car I just purchased that at giving me problems and I'm receiving warning messages on my navigation but my VIN is not registering with dealership for being eligible for resolution please reply back with steps to repair Read details...
Tl the contact owns a 2006 BMW 5 Series. The contact stated that the vehicle leaked oil and the brakes failed while driving at low speeds. The brakes worked normally when applied at high speeds. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that a new power brake booster and vacuum Read details...
The contact owns a 2005 BMW 545. The contact stated when driving 10 mph, the vehicle began exhibiting braking issue with an increase in stopping distance and time. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing which diagnosed the failure as a faulty brake vacuum pump. Read details...
Abs controller failure. Very high failure rate during this production period. Some reports of uncontrolled application of brakes at high speeds. Bmwna sales of the abs modulator and/or repair unit will reflect this claim. Read details...
It was a recall for brake fluid pump check valve oil leak, and they replaced vacuum hose, did not fixed fluid leak . Fluid is still leaking a small amount. Read details...