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2023 BMW 5 Series

3 recalls Risk Grade: D Most severe issue: Critical

All recalls are free to repair at your local dealership. Contact your dealer to schedule service.

Known Safety Recalls

Critical #26V525000 Plain English
Component

POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT

Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
The driveshaft in your vehicle is like a long metal rod that connects the transmission to the rear wheels, helping your vehicle move. In some 2022-2026 and 2021-2023 BMW models, the connection between the driveshaft and the rear differential might become damaged, causing problems.
Risk if Unfixed
If the connection fails, your rear wheels could lose power while you're driving, increasing the risk of a crash. If you're not parked on a slope or don't have the parking brake on, a damaged driveshaft could also make your vehicle roll away, raising the risk of a crash or injury.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will check the driveshaft and rear differential connection, and make any necessary repairs or replacements — free of charge. This repair should be done as soon as you get the recall notice, and you can contact BMW at 1-800-525-7417 for more information.
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Original — What Happened
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2022-2026 840i, 840i xDrive, 2021-2023 540i, 540i xDrive, M550i xDrive, and 2024-2026 750e xDrive vehicles. The connection between the driveshaft and the rear differential may become damaged, possibly resulting in a loss of power to the rear wheels or a vehicle rollaway.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
An unexpected loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash. In addition, a damaged driveshaft can result in a vehicle rollaway if the parking brake is not applied, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will inspect the connection between the driveshaft and rear axle differential, and apply adhesive or replace the driveshaft and rear axle differential, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed October 2, 2026. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning October 2, 2026.
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Moderate #26V438000 Plain English
Component

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY

Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
The starter assembly in your vehicle is a critical part that helps your engine turn over when you turn the key. In certain models, this component can wear down and overheat, potentially causing a fire.
Risk if Unfixed
If the starter assembly overheats and catches fire, there's a risk of serious injury from the flames. The fire could also damage other parts of your vehicle.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will replace the faulty starter assembly with a new one, at no cost to you. Schedule the repair when you receive the recall notice – it's free, and your safety is the top priority.
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Original — What Happened
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Toyota Supra, 2022-2025 2 Series Coupe, 2021-2023 5 Series, 2022-2026 Z4, 2023-2024 4 Series Gran Coupe, 4 Series Convertible, 4 Series Coupe, 3 Series, 2021-2025 X4, and 2021-2024 X3 vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of all models. The engine starter may overheat and catch fire due to wear on an internal component.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
Fire increases the risk of injury.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will replace the engine starter, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed on August 28, 2026. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning August 28, 2026. This recall is an expansion of previous NHTSA recall 26V056.
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Moderate #26V056000 Plain English
Component

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY

Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
The starter motor in your vehicle is what turns the engine over when you turn the key. In some 2021-2024 models, the starter motor can overheat and catch fire due to wear and tear on a critical internal part.
Risk if Unfixed
If the starter motor overheats and catches fire, this could lead to a serious fire inside your engine compartment, which could cause burns or injuries.
Free Fix
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, and you'll receive another letter once the new starter motor is available.
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Original — What Happened
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Toyota Supra, 2022-2023 2 Series Coupe, 2021-2024 5 Series (xDrive), 2021-2022 Z4, 2022-2024 4 Series (Gran Coupe), 2021-2024 4 Series (Convertible and xDrive Convertible), 2021-2023 4 Series (Coupe), 2021-2024 3 Series, 2021-2023 X4, 2021-2024 X3 vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of all models. The engine starter may overheat and catch fire due to wear on an internal component.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
Fire increases the risk of injury.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will replace the engine starter, free of charge. A letter informing owners of the safety risk was mailed on March 27, 2026. Owners will receive another letter once the remedy is available. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning March 24, 2026.
View full recall details → Repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Find a dealer →

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the overall risk grade for the 2023 BMW 5 Series?

The 2023 BMW 5 Series has a risk grade of D. This grade is calculated from 3 NHTSA safety recalls, weighted by severity, recency, and temporal decay. Grades range from A+ (excellent) to F (avoid).

How many safety recalls does the 2023 BMW 5 Series have?

The 2023 BMW 5 Series has 3 known safety recalls on record. All recalls are repaired free of charge at authorized dealerships.

What is the most severe recall for the 2023 BMW 5 Series?

The most severe recall for the 2023 BMW 5 Series is classified as critical. This indicates a life-threatening safety issue that should be addressed promptly.

Is the 2023 BMW 5 Series safe to drive?

This model year has 3 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.

What is the POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT recall for the 2023 BMW 5 Series? (Campaign #26V525000)

The driveshaft in your vehicle is like a long metal rod that connects the transmission to the rear wheels, helping your vehicle move. In some 2022-2026 and 2021-2023 BMW models, the connection between the driveshaft and the rear differential might become damaged, causing problems. If the connection fails, your rear wheels could lose power while you're driving, increasing the risk of a crash. If you're not parked on a slope or don't have the parking brake on, a damaged driveshaft could also make your vehicle roll away, raising the risk of a crash or injury. Your BMW dealer will check the driveshaft and rear differential connection, and make any necessary repairs or replacements — free of charge. This repair should be done as soon as you get the recall notice, and you can contact BMW at 1-800-525-7417 for more information.

What is the ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY recall for the 2023 BMW 5 Series? (Campaign #26V438000)

The starter assembly in your vehicle is a critical part that helps your engine turn over when you turn the key. In certain models, this component can wear down and overheat, potentially causing a fire. If the starter assembly overheats and catches fire, there's a risk of serious injury from the flames. The fire could also damage other parts of your vehicle. Your BMW dealer will replace the faulty starter assembly with a new one, at no cost to you. Schedule the repair when you receive the recall notice – it's free, and your safety is the top priority.

What is the ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY recall for the 2023 BMW 5 Series? (Campaign #26V056000)

The starter motor in your vehicle is what turns the engine over when you turn the key. In some 2021-2024 models, the starter motor can overheat and catch fire due to wear and tear on a critical internal part. If the starter motor overheats and catches fire, this could lead to a serious fire inside your engine compartment, which could cause burns or injuries. 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, and you'll receive another letter once the new starter motor is available.