Power Train Problems of BMW M5

BMW M5 owners have reported 11 power train related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 6 most common power train problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's power train (6 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's driveshaft (1 problem). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.


Recently reported Power Train problems of BMW M5

The Power Train problem

Car catch on fire and explode it with 2 ocupantes inside   Read details...

The Driveshaft problem

There are no power modifications to my vehicle, I just recently installed a lower mileage engine, along with all of the parts surrounding the engine and transmission (ie clutch, flywheel, throwout bearing, clutch fork, etc).   Read details...

The Transmission Gear Indicator problem

2006 BMW M5 with sequential transmission would not enter gear at light, rendering vehicle immobilized.   Read details...

The Transmission Not Engage problem

Behavior of my car�s dct transmission has created a dangerous situation which almost resulted in an accident for me. I believe this is due to a software change BMW made to the dct transmission. The issue is as follows: -when driving at highway speed, when you release the throttle and let   Read details...

The Manual Transmission problem

For about a 1. 5 months, I have been having major issues with smg. In the morning on startup. I put the car in reverse, it shows (r). I step on the gas and it revs and doesn't do anything. You then hear a loud clunk and it pops back to neutral.   Read details...




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