Recall List for the 2001 BMW M5

Official recalls have been issued for the 2001 BMW M5 by the NHTSA. The complete details of all recalls are listed below, along with what they cover and the recommended solutions.

Recalls don't cost you anything to get fixed, but most are time-limited, so if your car is affected you should call your local BMW service department immediately!

If you have questions about a recall, write down your VIN & then call BMW customer service.

  1. RECALL: Driver's Frontal Air Bag Inflator May Rupture

    In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or ... Read more »

    Date Announced
    JAN 20, 2017
    Vehicles Affected
    230,117
  2. RECALL: Bmw/Air Bag Control Module

    Unexpected deployment of the air bag(s) could cause serious injury if an occupant is too close to the deploying air bag(s). In addition, the battery safety terminal may also be activated. If that happens, the starter cable would become disconnected from the battery, and the engine could not be restarted. ... Read more »

    Date Announced
    OCT 24, 2003
    Vehicles Affected
    23,000
  3. RECALL: Bmw/Tires

    Handling and control would be drastically affected increasing the risk of a crash. Read more »

    Date Announced
    JAN 04, 2001
    Vehicles Affected
    3,167

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