The 2021 BMW 5 Series has a risk grade of F. This grade is calculated from 10 NHTSA safety recalls, weighted by severity, recency, and temporal decay. Grades range from A+ (excellent) to F (avoid).

The 2021 BMW 5 Series has 10 known safety recalls on record. All recalls are repaired free of charge at authorized dealerships.

The most severe recall for the 2021 BMW 5 Series is classified as critical. This indicates a life-threatening safety issue that should be addressed promptly.

This model year has 10 recorded safety recalls. Model-level listings do not establish VIN-specific open recalls or whether this vehicle is safe to drive. Check your VIN and contact the manufacturer for recall instructions.

The driveshaft in your vehicle is like a long rod that connects the transmission to the wheels. In certain 2022-2026 models, this connection can become damaged, causing a loss of power to the rear wheels. If the driveshaft connection fails, you could lose power to the rear wheels while driving, increasing the risk of a crash. If you're parked and the parking brake isn't on, a damaged driveshaft could also cause your vehicle to roll away, putting you and others at risk of injury or a crash. Your BMW dealer will inspect and repair or replace the driveshaft connection, as needed, at no cost to you. This repair is free, and you should schedule it when you receive your recall notice.

The driveshaft is like a long rod that connects your engine to your rear wheels. In some 2020-2021 BMW models, the part that transfers power from the driveshaft to the wheels (called the output shaft) might break due to a production error. If the output shaft breaks, you could lose power while driving, or your vehicle could roll away if you park it without engaging the parking brake, which increases the risk of a crash. Your BMW dealer will replace the faulty output shaft with a new one, and the repair is completely free.

The Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) in your seat belt is a safety feature that helps keep the seat belt locked during a crash. In certain BMW, MINI, Rolls-Royce, and Toyota vehicles, this component may not work correctly, failing to lock the belt when it should. If this happens during a crash, the seat belt might not hold you in place, increasing the risk of injury. This is a serious safety concern that could lead to more severe harm in the event of an accident. Your authorized BMW, MINI, Rolls-Royce, or Toyota dealer will inspect and replace the seat belt retractor, if necessary, at no cost to you. You should schedule the repair after checking repair availability with your dealer. This timing describes the original 2021 filing; contact your dealer now to confirm the free repair is available.

The starter motor in your vehicle is what turns the engine on. In certain models, it can overheat and catch fire due to wear and tear on a small internal part. If the starter motor overheats, it could cause a fire inside the engine compartment. This increases the risk of serious injury from the fire. Your BMW dealer will replace the faulty starter motor with a new one, at no cost to you. You should schedule the repair as soon as you get the recall notice, which is expected to be mailed on August 28, 2026.

The starter assembly in your vehicle is the part that gets your engine running. In some 2021-2024 models, the internal component can wear out and cause the starter to overheat. If the starter overheats, it could catch fire, which increases the risk of serious injury. Your dealer will replace the faulty starter assembly, free of charge. You should schedule the repair as soon as possible after receiving the recall notice, and you can contact BMW or Toyota customer service if you have any questions.