BMW M5 owners have reported 9 electrical system related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 4 most common electrical system problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's electrical system (5 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's car will not start (2 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Electrical System problems | |
| Car Will Not Start problems | |
| Instrument Panel problems | |
| Battery problems |
Car catch on fire and explode it with 2 ocupantes inside Read details...
Enroute from palo alto to mountain view and was at a complete stop waiting at a stop light on a major thoroughfare (central expressway) when the car stopped running. Cars behind me proceeded to pass me to make the left turn while my car was shut down. Read details...
Speedometer on my new car is not calibrated correctly. It constantly registers about 8% too high. Does dot regulate this calibration? it seems possible that odometer could also be incorrect. BMW says that their allowable tolerance is 10%. Read details...
The passenger restraint system, airbag, seat belt, belt tensioner warning showed up in the car computer. Went to the dealer and dealer said that they will need to replace the passenger seat mat sensor and battery safety terminal. The cost is around $3500. Read details...