Storage: tank assemblyRecall 18V-473 · 2018 BMW M5
BMW of North America, LLC recall 18V-473 covers 1,645 2018 BMW M5 for a storage: tank assembly problem, reported to NHTSA on July 17, 2018. The manufacturer's latest report (2019 Q4) shows 98% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 18V473000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018 BMW M5 vehicles. The fuel level sensor in the fuel tank may become stuck against an in-tank fuel line, causing the fuel gauge to display an inaccurate and possibly larger amount of fuel than is actually available.
The risk
An incorrect fuel reading may lead to the vehicle stalling and increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will secure the in-tank fuel line to keep the fuel line from contacting the fuel level sensor, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin September 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.