2025 BMW M5 Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls
No verdict The 2025 BMW M5 has 1 NHTSA complaint, 2 recalls, and a complaint index of 50, ranking 8th worst out of 15 model years. It sits in the middle of the pack, well below the 2006 model's index of 100.
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
YearToAvoid Scorecard
- Complaint Index
- 50/100
- #8 of 15 M5 years
- Verdict
- No verdict
- vs. other years of this model
- Complaints
- 1
- unique NHTSA reports
- Recalls
- 2
- distinct NHTSA campaigns
- Crashes
- 0
- reported in complaints
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Top issue
- Collision Avoidance & Cameras
- NHTSA overall rating
- Not rated
- EPA combined MPG
- 13.5
- 11.5 city / 17 hwy
- Injuries / deaths
- 0 / 0
Top 2025 BMW M5 problems
Share of this year’s NHTSA complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Collision Avoidance & Cameras1 (100%)
- Other1 (100%)
A complaint can list more than one component, so shares add up to more than 100%. Shares are % of complaints.
2025 BMW M5 recalls
2 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- NHTSA 26V096000Feb 19, 2026Electrical System58,713 vehicles
Electrical system:wiring
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2025 M5 Sportswagon, 2025-2026 M5, 2024-2025 750e xDrive, 2025-2026 550e xDrive, 2023-2025 I7, 2023-2025 7 Series, 2024-2026 i5, and 5 Series vehicles. The electrical wiring harness for the air conditioning system may become damaged during replacement of the cabin air filter.
Risk: A damaged wiring harness can short-circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the air conditioning systemâs electrical wiring harness and add a retaining strap/bracket to the harness, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 16, 2026. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning April 13, 2026.
- NHTSA 24V104000Feb 12, 2024Brakes266,716 vehicles
Service brakes, hydraulic:power assist:electric:control module
BMW of North America, LLC. (BMW) is recalling certain 2023-2025 BMW, MINI, and Rolls-Royce vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models and model years. The integrated brake (IB) system may malfunction and result in a loss of power brake assist or cause the Antilock Brake (ABS) and Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) systems to not function properly.
Risk: A loss of power brake assist can extend the distance required to stop the vehicle. Additionally, malfunctioning ABS and/or DSC systems can cause a loss of vehicle control. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the integrated brake system, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed between June and December 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or Rolls Royce customer service at 1-877-877-3735.
2025 BMW M5 fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 11.5 MPG
- Highway
- 17 MPG
- Combined
- 13.5 MPG
- Annual fuel cost (EPA)
- $5,925
- 15,000 mi/yr
- Fuel
- Premium and Electricity
- Current regular gas
- $4.32/gal
- national avg.
EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.
2025 compared with other M5 years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2025 BMW M5 reliable?
- NHTSA lists only 1 complaint for the 2025 BMW M5, giving it a complaint index of 50, which ranks 8th worst among 15 model years covered. It has 2 open recalls covering electrical wiring and the integrated brake system.
- What problems does the 2025 BMW M5 have?
- The single logged complaint falls under Collision Avoidance & Cameras, making up 100% of reported issues. No crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths were reported.
- Does the 2025 BMW M5 have any recalls?
- Yes, two recalls: one for an electrical wiring harness near the air conditioning system, and one for a possible malfunction in the integrated brake (IB) system. Neither is a do-not-drive recall.
- What year BMW M5 should I avoid?
- Based on NHTSA data, the 2006 M5 has the highest complaint index at 100 and carries an Avoid verdict, along with 2008, 2013, and 2019. The 2025 M5 ranks better than those years.
- What is the fuel economy of the 2025 BMW M5?
- EPA rates the 2025 BMW M5 at 13.5 mpg combined (11.5 city / 17 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $5,925.