Electrical system: softwareRecall 18V-323 · 2018 BMW M5
BMW of North America, LLC recall 18V-323 covers 846 2018 BMW M5 for a electrical system: software problem, reported to NHTSA on May 16, 2018. The manufacturer's latest report (2019 Q3) shows 98% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 18V323000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018 BMW M5 vehicles. In certain driving conditions, the engine control unit software may cause the fuel pump to stop.
The risk
If the fuel pump stops, the vehicle will stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will update the engine control unit software, free of charge. The recall began on June 25, 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How fast cars are being fixed
98%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.