Bmw M5 2007
Model M5 made in 2007 by Bmw got 12 consumer complains there is 1 recall as well as 10 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to air bags, digital instrument panel and seat belts. Technical service bulletines regarding digital instrument panel, engine and engine cooling and exterior lighting. There was one recall concerning electrical system . The car has one 5, guzzler engine.
Model 2007
| Engine [L] | Cylinders | Transmission | Drive | Estimate MPG (city/highway/combined) | Unadjusted MPG (city/highway/combined) | Fuel | Fuel cost | Class | Release date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5, Guzzler | 10 | Manual, 6 gears | R | 12/18/14 | 13.1/23.2/16.2916 | Premium | 3052 | MIDSIZE CARS | |
| 5, Guzzler | 10 | Semiautomatic, 7 gears | R | 12/18/14 | 13.0895/23.6802/16.3877 | Premium | 3052 | MIDSIZE CARS |
Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - BATTERY - CABLES | ||||||||||||||||
| 12V126000 | BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC | from 07/01/2005 to 12/31/2009 | V (Vehicle) | 367682 | 04/30/2012 | MFR | BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC | 03/26/2012 | 03/26/2012 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | Bmw is recalling certain model year 2004-2010 5-series, model year 2004-2010 6-series, model year 2006-2010 m5, and model year 2007-2010 m6 vehicles. the insulated bulkhead connector for the positive battery cable may have been incorrectly attached to the trunk floor panel, which can lead to a loosening of the bolt connection. as it loosens, an increase in electrical resistance at this cable connection is possible and could cause the cable connection to overheat. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | Overheating could lead to a fire, even while the vehicle is not in use. as a precaution, owners are advised to park outside until the remedy has been made. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Bmw will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and secure the battery bolt cable connection as necessary, free of charge. the safety recall began on april 30, 2012. owners may contact bmw customer relations and services at 1-800-525-7417. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov. | |||||||||||||||
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DIGITAL INSTRUMENT PANEL | |||||
| SI-B-25-01-08 | 06/01/2008 | 10026827 | Bmw: gear selector display position changes from n to r. when engine is turned off with the gear selector in position n , the gear indicator in the instrument cluster intermittently changes to reverse r (with transmission gear engagement) | 12/22/2008 | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM - EMISSION CONTROL | |||||
| SI-B12-16-08 | 06/01/2008 | 10026944 | Bmw: voluntary emission recall 08e-a02: m5 and m6 (5 & 6 series) with s85 obd communication. software error in the dme control module may cause communication incompatibility with certain generic obd scanner tools. *pe | 01/05/2009 | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM - EMISSION CONTROL - CRANKCASE (PCV) | |||||
| SIB-11-03-08 | 12/01/2010 | 10038217 | Bmw: crankcase pressure diagnosis and information for all vehicles. *rm | 06/10/2011 | |
| SIB-11-03-08 | 12/01/2010 | 10038217 | Ready | 06/10/2011 | |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING | |||||
| SIB-63-02-01 | 08/01/2010 | 10037025 | Bmw: procedure for determining and replacing incandescent and halogen light bulbs under warranty. *rm | 04/27/2011 | |
| SIB-63-02-01 | 08/01/2010 | 10037025 | Ready | 04/27/2011 | |
| POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - GEAR POSITION INDICATION (PRNDL) | |||||
| SI-B-25-01-08 | 06/01/2008 | 10026827 | Bmw: gear selector display position changes from n to r. when engine is turned off with the gear selector in position n , the gear indicator in the instrument cluster intermittently changes to reverse r (with transmission gear engagement) | 12/22/2008 | |
| SUSPENSION - REAR - AXLE - NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY | |||||
| SIB-33-01-02 | 07/01/2011 | 10040853 | Ready | 09/13/2011 | |
| SIB-33-01-02 | 07/01/2011 | 10040853 | 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 | 09/13/2011 | |
| TIRES - PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS | |||||
| SIB-36-05-07 | 12/01/2007 | 10032988 | Bmw: tire warning light illuminated due to low ambient temperature. model e90, e91(3 series);e92, e92 (3 series); e60 (5 series); e60 (m5); e63, e64 (6 series); e63, e64 (m6); e65, e66 (7 series); e70 (x5); e83 (x3); and e85, e86 (z4). | 06/21/2010 | |
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| AIR BAGS | |||
| 05/23/2012 | 51000 | ||
| Tl* the contact owns a 2007 bmw m5. the contact stated that a message flashed on the screen stating that the passenger restraint system was defective. the contact took the vehicle to a dealer for a diagnostic test. the test results showed that a seat mat sensor in the passenger's seat was defective and needed to be replaced. the contact did not have the sensor replaced. the failure mileage was 51,000. | |||
| 05/23/2012 | 51000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2007 bmw m5. the contact stated that a message flashed on the screen stating that the passenger restraint system was defective. the contact took the vehicle to a dealer for a diagnostic test. the test results showed that a seat mat sensor in the passenger's seat was defective and needed to be replaced. the contact did not have the sensor replaced. the failure mileage was 51,000. kmj | |||
| 05/23/2012 | 51000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2007 bmw m5. the contact stated a message flashed on the screen stating the passenger restraint system was defective. the contact took the vehicle to a dealer for a diagnostic test. the test results shown a seat mat censor in the passenger seat was defective and needed to replaced. the contact did not have the censor replaced. the failure mileage was 51,000. jo | |||
| 01/05/2012 | 62000 | ||
| Bmw continues to deny that a manufacturing defect in the passenger seat mat causes the vehicle to disable the passenger side airbag when occupied by an adult. the following recall was issued in 2008 for 2004-2006 model 5-series vehicles with the same exact passenger seat mat. http://www.bmwusa.com/standard/content/contactus/voluntaryrecall.aspx there are countless claims and videos of the same thing happening to the 2007 models and later. if a seat mat sensor should ever go out, the majority of the time it would be on the driver side since it's the most used. in every case it's the same problem on the passenger seat side. this flaw in the seat mat is extremely dangerous as owners are not willing to pay $1,700 for a new seat mat (which is a new design). they're instead purchasing an override switch sold online (http://www.xenonplanet.com/bmw-airbag-seat-occupancy-sensor-e36-e46-e38-e39-e53-x5-z3) to re-enable the airbag, so they can safely drive with a passenger. the problem with this solution is the car can no longer determine the passengers weight (ie. children) which could become deadly in the event of an accident. even bmw service mechanics know its a poor design in the mat but can't do anything about it. this needs immediate attention. | |||
| DIGITAL INSTRUMENT PANEL | |||
| 08/01/2007 | 1 | ||
| Speedometer on my new car is not calibrated correctly. it constantly registers about 8% too high. does dot regulate this calibration? it seems possible that odometer could also be incorrect. bmw says that their allowable tolerance is 10%. can this possibly be allowable in the us? there does seem to be a potential safety issue. *jb | |||
| SEAT BELTS | |||
| 05/23/2012 | 51000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2007 bmw m5. the contact stated that a message flashed on the screen stating that the passenger restraint system was defective. the contact took the vehicle to a dealer for a diagnostic test. the test results showed that a seat mat sensor in the passenger's seat was defective and needed to be replaced. the contact did not have the sensor replaced. the failure mileage was 51,000. kmj | |||
| 05/23/2012 | 51000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2007 bmw m5. the contact stated a message flashed on the screen stating the passenger restraint system was defective. the contact took the vehicle to a dealer for a diagnostic test. the test results shown a seat mat censor in the passenger seat was defective and needed to replaced. the contact did not have the censor replaced. the failure mileage was 51,000. jo | |||
Car dealers selling
| State | City | Zip | Name | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OH | CINCINNATI | BMW STORE |