The 2021 BMW M5 has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 fire.
The most-reported problem area is Exterior Lighting (1 report).
2021 BMW M5 recalls
Rearview camera image may be partly blocked
The rearview camera image on certain BMW vehicles may be slightly obscured in a small portion of the view.
Most common 2021 BMW M5 problems
Problem areas named in the 3 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Exterior Lighting | 1 |
| Electrical System | 1 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 1 |
| Power Train | 1 |
| Engine | 1 |
What owners report
BMW Federal Emissions Recall Campaign - Delivery Stop: Replace Coolant Expansion Tank [B170324] The manufacturer's recall remedy replaces a defective, heat-compromised plastic coolant reservoir with an identical plastic component that is subject to the exact same thermal fatigue and catastrophic failure. I had the dealer replace the tank in March 2024 under this recall. This week, however, I noted coolant residue from the horizontal seam of the expansion tank. Furthermore, the dealership's primary diagnostic criteria (a cold pressure test) FAILED to detect severe, ongoing coolant leakage that was actively drowning the fuel injectors, nearly resulting in catastrophic engine failure. I
Car catch on fire and explode it with 2 ocupantes inside
THE REVERSE BACKUP LIGHTS AND CAMERA IMAGE IS SO DIM AND LIMITED AS BE UNUSABLE AND VERY UNSAFE WHEN BACKING UP AT NIGHT IN DARKNESS. DEALER SERVICE COULD NOT FIX AS DESIGNED IN! I BELIEVE SAME SYSTEM USED ON ALL 2021 SERIES 5 CARS. LEFT CAR AT DEALER WITH FOBS AS I AM REFUSING THE CAR CANCELLING SALE AS HIDDEN DEFECT UNSAFE AND NOT FIXABLE PER DEALER SERVICE MGR. ATTACHED PHOTOS ARE ACTUALLY BRIGHTER THAN WHAT DRIVER SEES. VIEW IS FROM MY GARAGE AND DRIVEWAY TO BACKUP. RED TINT IS BREAK LIGHTS STRONGER THAN WEAK BACKUP LIGHTS ALL VERY ABNORMALLY DIM WITH VERY RESTRICTED ILLUMINATED VIEW.
2021 BMW M5 questions
Does the 2021 BMW M5 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2021 BMW M5: Rearview camera image may be partly blocked. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2021 BMW M5?
Based on 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Exterior Lighting (1), Electrical System (1), Fuel/Propulsion System (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2021 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.