2015 BMW M5
Only 3 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 3 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 3
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2015
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2015: 3 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 3 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Service brakes
1 of 3 total reports mentions: service brakes.
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The cars brakes keep screeching loud.
NHTSA ODI report, 2017-03-21
Fuel/propulsion system
1 of 3 total reports mentions: fuel/propulsion system.
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I was driving down the road when my BMW M5 started to jump and the RPM's needle started to jump up and down and leaving me stranded in the middle of the road.
NHTSA ODI report, 2020-05-04
Also filed under Engine
Engine
1 of 3 total reports mentions: engine.
Electrical system
1 of 3 total reports mentions: electrical system.
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Door locks. Passenger doors do not unlock from inside when pulling door handles. Cannot unlock manually. Must press button on dash to unlock. Vehicle not in motion.
NHTSA ODI report, 2021-04-11
Safety timeline
1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2016-09-09Power train16V540000 BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2015 BMW M5 sedans manufactured September 4, 2014, through December 4, 2014, 2015 M6 coupes manufactured September 3, 2014, through December 3, 2014, 2015 M6 convertibles manufactured...
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the driveshaft, as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during September 2016. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Buy-smart checklist
2015 BMW M5 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Service brakes: 1 report on file for this year.
- Fuel/propulsion system: 1 report on file for this year.
- Engine: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 16V540000 · Power train
FAQ
- Is the 2015 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 2015 BMW M5?
- The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2015 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.