Recalls (1)
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2026 BMW M5. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
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Check on NHTSA ↗A/C Wiring Harness May Short-Circuit
- Summary
- BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2025 M5 Sportswagon, 2025-2026 M5, 2024-2025 750e xDrive, 2025-2026 550e xDrive, 2023-2025 I7, 2023-2025 7 Series, 2024-2026 i5, and 5 Series vehicles. The electrical wiring harness for the air conditioning system may become damaged during replacement of the cabin air filter.
- Consequence
- A damaged wiring harness can short-circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and replace the air conditioning system’s electrical wiring harness and add a retaining strap/bracket to the harness, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 16, 2026. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning April 13, 2026.
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Owner complaints (0)
0 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings).
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
NHTSA has no component data for this model year.
How 2026 compares with other M5 years
Best and worst M5 years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2000 | 4 | 2 |
| 2001 | 4 | 3 |
| 2002 | 6 | 2 |
| 2003 | 3 | 1 |
| 2006 | 39 | 1 |
| 2007 | 6 | 1 |
| 2008 | 6 | 2 |
| 2010 | 1 | 2 |
| 2013 | 10 | 2 |
| 2014 | 2 | 1 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy: up to 14 mpg combined
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $5,850
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 264 g/mi
- EPA class
- Midsize Cars
What it costs you to run
Miles ÷ 14 mpg × $4.354 (EIA US average regular, week of Oct 5, 2026, all taxes included). Source: EPA · EIA.
EPA label estimates from lab tests; your mileage will vary.
Specs by configuration
| Engine · transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | EPA $/yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.4 L 8-cyl · 8-speed automatic | All-Wheel Drive | 12 / 19 / 14 | $5,850 | 264 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
Looking at a 2026 M5 for sale?
Print a one-page buyer's checklist: each recall campaign with a box to tick when the seller shows proof of repair, the top complaint areas to inspect, crash stars, MPG, and a link back to this page.
Where to next
2026 BMW M5 FAQ
How many recalls does the 2026 BMW M5 have?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign: 26V096000 (electrical). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What mpg does the 2026 BMW M5 get?
EPA rates the 4.4 L 8-cyl · 8-speed automatic version at 12 city, 19 highway and 14 combined mpg.
How does the 2026 M5 compare with other years?
Among the 2000–2014 BMW M5 model years at least five years old, the 2010 drew the fewest complaints (1) and the 2006 the most (39). The 2026 drew 0. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.