- The problem
- BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2015 BMW M5 sedans manufactured September 4, 2014, through December 4, 2014, 2015 M6 coupes manufactured September 3, 2014, through December 3, 2014, 2015 M6 convertibles manufactured September 8, 2014, through December 4, 2014, and 2015 M6 Gran Coupe vehicles manufactured September3, 2014, through December 4, 2014. The affected vehicles have a driveshaft that may have been inadequately welded during manufacturing.
- The risk
- Due to the improper weld, the driveshaft may fracture and fail, causing loss of drive to the rear wheels and a loss of propulsion. Additionally, if the car is turned off and exited without the parking brake applied, the car may roll. Either condition increases the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the driveshaft, as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during September 2016. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Vehicle safety record
2015 BMW M5 Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 2015 BMW M5 have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in July 2016 for the driveshaft.
NHTSA data checked
BFewer problems than a typical M5 year, for its age
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
2015 BMW M5 recalls 1
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
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No complaints about the 2015 BMW M5 yet
No owner has filed a complaint about this vehicle with NHTSA. If yours has a problem, share it here and report it to NHTSA.
BMW M5: every year compared
All M5 years2015 BMW M5 vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 BMW M5 | 0 | 1 | B | |
| 2015 BMW 328I Xdrive | 128 | 0 | B | Compare |
| 2015 BMW 328I Xdrive GT | 128 | 0 | - | Compare |
| 2015 BMW 328I | 126 | 5 | F | Compare |
| 2015 BMW 428I | 78 | 6 | F | Compare |
| 2015 BMW 320I | 34 | 3 | F | Compare |
| 2015 BMW 320I Xdrive | 34 | 0 | - | Compare |
| 2015 BMW 328D Xdrive | 27 | 0 | - | Compare |
| 2015 BMW 328D | 27 | 6 | F | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 2015 BMW M5
Does the 2015 BMW M5 have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2015 BMW M5: driveshaft (July 2016). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
How many complaints has the 2015 BMW M5 had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
Is the 2015 BMW M5 a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 74 out of 100 (grade B: fewer problems than a typical BMW M5 year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which BMW M5 years have the most complaints?
2002 (19), 2003 (18). See every BMW M5 year compared.
What should I do if my 2015 BMW M5 has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data