CarRecallWatchThe 2005 BMW 5 Series has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 21 complaints with NHTSA, including 2 crashes, 1 fire.
The most-reported problem area is Air Bags (10 reports).
2005 BMW 5 Series recalls
Most common 2005 BMW 5 Series problems
Problem areas named in the 21 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Air Bags | 10 |
| Electrical System | 4 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 2 |
| Power Train | 2 |
| Visibility | 1 |
| Suspension | 1 |
| Tires | 1 |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages | 1 |
| Steering | 1 |
| Seats | 1 |
What owners report
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
BMW I-DRIVE CUTS OUT WHILE DRIVING, AND BLINKS OR REBOOTS. WHILE DRIVING HOME IT CUT OUT, AND WOULD NOT STOP BLINKING. THIS DISTRACTION AND MALFUNCTION IS DANGEROUS.
ON THE MORNING OF 3/18/2015 AT 8 AM. I STARTED THE CAR AND RECEIVED A PASSENGER RESTRAINT SYSTEM WARNING ON THE DISPLAY. THE CAR WAS PARKED IN THE GARAGE. *TR
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 BMW 5-SERIES. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAG AND SEAT BELT WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS DETERMINED THAT THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT SENSOR MAT NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 08V384000 (AIR BAGS). THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 71,000.
TRANSMISSION JERKS AS IF YOU ARE MISSING A SPARK OR IT IS TRYING TO FIND A HIGHER OR LOWER GEAR WHILE CRUISING IN TRAFFIC BETWEEN 32-40 MPH. *TR
2005 BMW 5 Series questions
Does the 2005 BMW 5 Series have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2005 BMW 5 Series: Electrical System:12V/24V/48V Battery:Cables; Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Power Assist:Vacuum; Air Bags:Frontal; Power Train:Automatic Transmission. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2005 BMW 5 Series?
Based on 21 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (10), Electrical System (4), Service Brakes, Hydraulic (2).
How do I check if a recall on my 2005 BMW 5 Series has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.