2010 BMW M5 Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

2 safety recalls on file

The 2010 BMW M5 has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA.

The most-reported problem area is Air Bags (3 reports).

2Recalls
1Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
Is the repair still open on your M5?

A recall covers specific vehicles. Your VIN shows whether yours still needs the free repair.

2010 BMW M5 recalls

Exterior Lighting:Tail Lights

Recall 13V407Sep 11, 2013134,100 vehicles affected

Electrical System:12v/24v/48v Battery:Cables

Recall 12V126Mar 26, 2012367,682 vehicles affected

Most common 2010 BMW M5 problems

Problem areas named in the 1 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Air Bags3

What owners report

2019-04-02, Air Bags
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 BMW M5. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE "AIR BAG OFF" INDICATOR WAS FLASHING FOR THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAG. AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC DIAGNOSED THAT THE FRONT PASSENGER OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION SENSOR NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE DEALER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 72,000.

2010 BMW M5 questions

Does the 2010 BMW M5 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2010 BMW M5: Exterior Lighting:Tail Lights; Electrical System:12V/24V/48V Battery:Cables. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2010 BMW M5?

Based on 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (3).

How do I check if a recall on my 2010 BMW M5 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.

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