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2000 BMW M5

2 recalls, 5 complaints - 11 TSBs

01V001000 Jan 4, 2001
TIRES:SIDEWALL
Defect Description
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 18-INCH TIRES. (18-INCH TIRES ARE STANDARD EQUIPMENT ON THE M5 AND OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT ON THE 7-SERIES MODELS). THE MACHINE USED TO MOUNT AND INFLATE THE TIRES ON THE WHEELS AT THE ASSEMBLY PLANT MAY HAVE DAMAGED THE SIDEWALL OF ONE OR MORE TIR... Read more
Consequence
HANDLING AND CONTROL WOULD BE DRASTICALLY AFFECTED INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE TIRES AND IF DAMAGE FROM THE MOUNTING MACHINE IS FOUND, THE TIRE WILL BE REPLACED. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN MARCH 10, 2001. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SH... Read more
3,167 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE
00V048000 Feb 17, 2000
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH
Defect Description
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE BRAKE LAMPS IN THESE VEHICLES ARE CONTROLLED BY A SWITCH ACTIVATED BY THE MOVEMENT OF THE BRAKE PEDAL. THIS SWITCH COULD FAIL INTERNALLY, CAUSING IT TO REMAIN EITHER IN THE "BRAKE LAMPS OFF" POSITION OR IN THE "BRAKE LAMPS ON" POSITION.
Consequence
IF THIS HAPPENS, THE BRAKE LAMPS EITHER WILL NOT OPERATE OR WILL BE CONTINUOUSLY ILLUMINATED, REGARDLESS OF BRAKE PEDAL POSITION.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND, IF NECESSARY, REPLACE THE EXISTING BRAKE LAMP SWITCH WITH AN IMPROVED SWITCH.
17,700 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE

Complaint Statistics

5 total complaints 2 crashes 2 fires 1 injuries 2 deaths

Top Reported Components

ComponentComplaints
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL1
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP1
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL:AUTOMATIC (ASC)1
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM1
STRUCTURE:BODY1
STRUCTURE:BODY Nov 29, 2023
Incident date: Nov 28, 2023
Roof molding front end cap loses causing to fly off while driving Hood is loose and lifting while driving
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Jun 8, 2023
Incident date: Jan 1, 2022
I was driving on the highway (12) in Mandeville, Louisiana and the car (a 2021 all electric Mustang Mach E with only 13k miles) flashed a 'Stop care safely now' sign and then proceeded to power down within 3 seconds of the message. I exited (luckily I was at my exit) and felt the car lose power on ... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP Jan 3, 2006
Incident date: Jan 11, 2004
POSSIBLE BRAKE AND / OR "DYNAMIC STABILITY CONTROL" FAILURE RESULTED IN IMPACT WITH UTILITY POLE WITH RUPTURE OF FUEL TANK AND RESULTANT FIRE AND FATALITY. *JB
Crash Fire 1 deaths
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL:AUTOMATIC (ASC) Jan 3, 2006
Incident date: Jan 11, 2004
POSSIBLE BRAKE AND / OR "DYNAMIC STABILITY CONTROL" FAILURE RESULTED IN IMPACT WITH UTILITY POLE WITH RUPTURE OF FUEL TANK AND RESULTANT FIRE AND FATALITY. *JB
Crash Fire 1 deaths
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL Mar 24, 2000
Incident date: Mar 24, 2000
WHILE TRAVELING PASSENGER SIDE AND DRIVER SIDE AIR BAG DEPLOYED WITHOUT ANY INDICATION OR COLLISION, CAUSING THE DRIVER TO LOSE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. *AK
1 injured

EPA Fuel Economy, 2000 BMW M5

Trim / Engine City MPG Highway MPG Combined MPG Fuel Type Annual Fuel Cost
4.9L 8-cyl, Manual 6-spd (Rear-Wheel Drive) 12.0 19.0 15.0 Premium $5,150

CO2 Emissions: -1.0 g/mile (Compact Cars)

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.

Technical Service Bulletins, 2000 BMW M5

11 manufacturer communications from 10 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

ComponentBulletins
190000 TIRES1
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE1
072100 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP1
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING1
022520 SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY1
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL1
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING1
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL1
B510819 Jan 16, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The basic conditions for initializing the power windows are not met.
B510819 Jan 16, 2024
133000 VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS
The basic conditions for initializing the power windows are not met.
B340714 Oct 13, 2023
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Functional noises (squealing/honking) when braking shortly before the vehicle comes to a stop. CAUSE Material-
B170222 Sep 1, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Coolant is leaking from under the car which is equipped with the S63 engine. A low coolant warning might also be displayed (CC Message ID166).
B662419 Sep 1, 2022
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
Vehicle cannot be opened or closed using comfort access, engine start is not possible, and the vehicle may not start when placing the key against the steering column.
B122917 Dec 1, 2017
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
SERVICE ACTION: PROGRAM DME: The incorrect dataset could be programmed into DME 5.2.1 control module.
SIB-33-01-02 Jul 1, 2011
022520 SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY
BMW: A GRINDING NOISE IS COMING FROM THE DIFFERENTIAL DURING SLOW CORNERING. WHEN TURNING A SLIP/STICK EFFECT IS CREATED ON THE LINING AND STEEL DISCS INCORPORATED IN THE DIFFERENTIAL CLUTCH CAUSES A GRINDING NOISE. *RM
SIB-63-02-01 Aug 1, 2010
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
BMW: PROCEDURE FOR DETERMINING AND REPLACING INCANDESCENT AND HALOGEN LIGHT BULBS UNDER WARRANTY. *RM
SIB-16-02-09 Dec 1, 2009
072100 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
BMW VEHICLES: FUEL LEVEL SENSOR REPAIRS. WHERE IT IS NECESSARY TO REPLACE THE RIGHT OR THE LEFT SIDE FUEL LEVEL SENSOR DUE TO A FAILURE, THE ENTIRE PUMP AND HOUSING OR DELIVERY UNIT (SUCTION JET ASSEMBLY) DO NOT NEED TO BE REPLACED AS WEL
110106 Mar 1, 2006
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
S85 ENGINE OIL LEVEL AND OIL SERVICE INFORMATION. *AK
360100 May 1, 2000
190000 TIRES
INFORMATION REGARDING REPLACEMENT TIRES. **MR

BMW M5 - All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the BMW M5 across all model years (1989, 2026).

45 Total Recalls
151 Total Complaints
0 Investigations
10 Reported Crashes
7 Reported Fires
2 Reported Deaths

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