Every 2025 BMW i5 recall
Each campaign as NHTSA published it: what is wrong, what can happen, and the fix. Newest first.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · NHTSA 26V422000
Jul 1, 2026Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Power Assist:Electric:Control Module
- Problem
- BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2025 Mini Cooper S, Mini Countryman S All4, X2, 2024 Rolls-Royce Spectre, 2023-2025 i7, 7 Series, X7, 2024-2025 i5, 5 Series, 2023-2024 XM, X1, 2024-2025 X6, and X5 vehicles. 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.
- Fix
- The Integrated brake system will be inspected and, if necessary, replaced, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 21, 2026. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or Rolls-Royce customer service at 1-877-877-3735. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning August 21, 2026. Vehicles previously repaired under recall 24V739 or 24V104 will need to have the new remedy completed.
Full recall details for 26V422000 →Electrical System · NHTSA 26V096000
Feb 19, 2026Electrical System:Wiring
- Problem
- 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.
- Fix
- Dealers will inspect and replace the air conditioning system’s 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.
Full recall details for 26V096000 →Steering · NHTSA 24V714000
Sep 25, 2024Steering:Linkages:Knuckle:Spindle:Arm
- Problem
- BMW of North America (BMW) is recalling certain 2024-2025 530i xDrive, 540i xDrive, 2024-2025 i5 eDrive40, i5 M60 xDrive, 2025 i5 xDrive40, 2024 740i xDrive, 760i xDrive, 750e xDrive, i7 eDrive50, i7 xDrive60, and i7 M70 xDrive vehicles. The steering spindle may break requiring a greater steering effort to control the vehicle.
- Risk
- A sudden increase in required steering effort increases the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will replace the steering spindle's double universal joint, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 22, 2024. Owners may contact BMW Customer Service at 1-800-525-7417.
Full recall details for 24V714000 →Electronic Stability Control (Esc) · NHTSA 24V697000
Sep 18, 2024Electronic Stability Control (Esc):Control Module
- Problem
- BMW of North America (BMW) is recalling certain 2023-2024 X1, 2024-2025 X5, 2025 X6, 2023-2025 X7, 740i, 760i, 2024 XM, 530i, 540i, i7, 750e, X2, 2024-2025 i5, 2024 Rolls Royce Spectre, 2025 MINI Countryman S ALL4, JCW Countryman ALL4, and 2025 MINI Hardtop 2 Door (Cooper, Cooper S) vehicles. Please refer to the recall report for the complete list of models. The welds in the servomotor of the integrated brake control module may break, causing a loss of power brake assist and rear brake function. In addition, the Antilock Brake System (ABS) and Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) system may not function.
- Risk
- A loss of brake power assist or rear brake function can result in extended stopping distance. A loss of ABS or DSC can cause a loss of vehicle handling and control. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will replace the integrated brake system, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 13, 2024. Owners can contact BMW Customer Service at 1-800-525-7417.
Full recall details for 24V697000 →Electronic Stability Control (Esc) · NHTSA 24V104000
Feb 12, 2024Electronic Stability Control (Esc)
- Problem
- 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.
- Fix
- 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.
Full recall details for 24V104000 →
2025 BMW i5 complaints and service bulletins
Owners filed 8 complaints with NHTSA about the 2025 BMW i5, reporting 2 crashes, 3 injuries. BMW has issued at least 24 technical service bulletins (repair instructions to dealers) for this model year. Complaints are unverified owner reports; a recall is the manufacturer’s admission of a safety defect.
Most-reported components
- Forward Collision Avoidance6
- Electrical System4
- Service Brakes3
- Power Train2
- Unknown Or Other2
- Engine1
Service bulletins by component
- Electrical System (5)
- Service Brakes (4)
- Engine (3)
- Power Train (3)
- Steering (3)
- Structure (3)
Read BMW i5 owner complaints and bulletins, every year
What people reported
Owners have filed 8 complaints with NHTSA about the 2025 BMW i5. A few in their own words, shortened. Complaints are unverified and are not proof of a defect or of any recall.
Injury reported
“-The automatic emergency braking system and the forward collision warning system did not work. -The car is at the dealership where an SPI is being conducted. -While there was no serious injury, had a pedestrian been in front of me they would have been killed.”
2025 BMW I5Sep 8, 2026 · GA
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11762662
Injury reportedCrash
“The contact owns a 2025 BMW I5. The contact stated that while driving at 6 MPH before dawn, the brakes became inoperable while making a left turn and a right U-turn around a van.”
2025 BMW I5Apr 7, 2026 · IL
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11729663
Injury reportedCrash
“I was driving a brand-new 2025 BMW i5 electric car, just leased from dealer the day before. The car was at rest, waiting for traffic light to turn green. Then the car started to move forward, and suddenly hit the car in front with a big thrust.”
2025 BMW I5Jun 15, 2024
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11594543
“was driving down the highway in heavy traffic going 70 mph and Sunroof exploded. Glass rained down on me while driving. The glass was actually risen like it had exploded upward, which is why I do not think a rock or anything else hit my vehicle.”
2025 BMW I5Sep 1, 2026 · MI
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11761269
“The dealer is refusing to remedy the recall campaign No.26V-09 stating that we need to wait for service to be due to address it. NHTSA letter says otherwise.”
2025 BMW I5Apr 25, 2026 · NJ
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11733770
Check your i5 by VIN
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