2007 BMW M5
Only 6 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 6 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 6
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2007
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2007: 6 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1989 | 0 |
| 1990 | 0 |
| 1991 | 0 |
| 1992 | 0 |
| 1993 | 0 |
| 1994 | 0 |
| 1995 | 0 |
| 2000 | 4 |
| 2001 | 4 |
| 2002 | 6 |
| 2003 | 3 |
| 2006 | 38 |
| 2007 | 6 |
| 2008 | 6 |
| 2009 | 0 |
| 2010 | 1 |
| 2013 | 10 |
| 2014 | 2 |
| 2015 | 3 |
| 2016 | 1 |
| 2018 | 6 |
| 2019 | 8 |
| 2020 | 2 |
| 2021 | 3 |
| 2022 | 1 |
| 2025 | 1 |
| 2026 | 0 |
Known problem areas
Only 6 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Air bags
4 of 6 total reports mention: air bags.
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Tl* the contact owns a 2007 BMW M5. The contact stated that a message flashed on the screen stating that the passenger restraint system was defective. The contact took the vehicle to a dealer for a diagnostic test.
NHTSA ODI report, 2012-08-17
BMW continues to deny that a manufacturing defect in the passenger seat mat causes the vehicle to disable the passenger side airbag when occupied by an adult.
NHTSA ODI report, 2012-06-28
Vehicle speed control
1 of 6 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.
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I was stopped at a red light. The car had numerous safety malfunctions on at the time of the incident. The i-drive screen prompt advised to drive in a cautious manner.
NHTSA ODI report, 2014-02-27
Seats
1 of 6 total reports mentions: seats.
Seat belts
1 of 6 total reports mentions: seat belts.
Electrical system
1 of 6 total reports mentions: electrical system, most commonly citing instrument cluster/panel.
Show complaint excerpts
Speedometer on my new car is not calibrated correctly. It constantly registers about 8% too high. Does DOT regulate this calibration? It seems possible that odometer could also be incorrect. BMW says that their allowable tolerance is 10%.
NHTSA ODI report, 2007-08-27
Safety timeline
1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2012-04-30Electrical system12V126000 BMW is recalling certain model year 2004-2010 5-Series, model year 2004-2010 6-Series, model year 2006-2010 M5, and model year 2007-2010 M6 vehicles. The insulated bulkhead connector for the…
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and secure the battery bolt cable connection as necessary, free of charge. The safety recall began on April 30, 2012. Owners may contact BMW…
Buy-smart checklist
2007 BMW M5 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Air bags: 4 reports on file for this year.
- Vehicle speed control: 1 report on file for this year.
- Seats: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 12V126000 · Electrical system
FAQ
- Is the 2007 BMW M5 reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 2007 BMW M5?
- The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 67% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2007 BMW M5 have?
- 1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.