Does the 2000 BMW M5 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2000 BMW M5, the most recent reported on January 4, 2001 (Tires: sidewall). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2000 BMW M5?

Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is air bags (3 complaints), followed by electronic stability control (1).

How many 2000 BMW M5 complaints mention a crash or fire?

1 of 4 complaints report a crash and 1 a fire; 1 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2000 BMW M5 recalls and problems

2 recalls and 4 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2000 BMW M5.

recalls

owner complaints

complaints mentioning a crash

mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2000 BMW M5 recalls

Tires: sidewall

NHTSA campaign 01V001000 · reported January 4, 2001 · BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE · 3,167 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with 18-inch tires. (18-inch tires are standard equipment on the m5 and optional equipment on the 7-series models). The machine used to mount and inflate the tires on the wheels at the assembly plant may have damaged the sidewall of one or more tires. The damaged area could weaken to the point where a sudden loss of air from the tire could occur.
The risk: Handling and control would be drastically affected increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will inspect the tires and if damage from the mounting machine is found, the tire will be replaced. Owner notification began march 10, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact bmw at 1-800-831-1117.

Exterior lighting: brake lights, switch

NHTSA campaign 00V048000 · reported February 17, 2000 · BAYERISCHE MOTOREN WERKE · 17,700 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The brake lamps in these vehicles are controlled by a switch activated by the movement of the brake pedal. This switch could fail internally, causing it to remain either in the "brake lamps off" position or in the "brake lamps on" position.
The risk: If this happens, the brake lamps either will not operate or will be continuously illuminated, regardless of brake pedal position.
The fix: Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the existing brake lamp switch with an improved switch.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

Air bags3
Electronic stability control1
Service brakes, hydraulic1

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Nov 29, 2023 · Air bags
The original airbag in my vehicle was replaced with a Takata airbag at some point (prior to my ownership) that is subject to recall, but the dealer will not replace because my VIN was not part of the recall. I have removed the airbag to verify that the part number matches the recall. It is silly to recall a part 15+…

Jun 8, 2023 · Air bags · 80,000 miles
The contact owns a 2000 BMW M5. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the air bag warning light illuminated. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 17V047000 (Air Bags). The vehicle was taken to the dealer; however, the dealer denied the repair under NHTSA Campaign Number…

Jan 3, 2006 · Service brakes, hydraulic · 45,000 miles · crash reported · fire reported
POSSIBLE BRAKE AND / OR "DYNAMIC STABILITY CONTROL" FAILURE RESULTED IN IMPACT WITH UTILITY POLE WITH RUPTURE OF FUEL TANK AND RESULTANT FIRE AND FATALITY.

Mar 24, 2000 · Air bags
WHILE TRAVELING PASSENGER SIDE AND DRIVER SIDE AIR BAG DEPLOYED WITHOUT ANY INDICATION OR COLLISION, CAUSING THE DRIVER TO LOSE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE.

M5 model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes	Fires
2000	2	4	1	1
2001	3	4	0	0
2002	2	6	0	0
2003	1	3	0	0

All BMW M5 years →

Questions

Does the 2000 BMW M5 have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2000 BMW M5, the most recent reported on January 4, 2001 (Tires: sidewall). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2000 BMW M5?: Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is air bags (3 complaints), followed by electronic stability control (1).
How many 2000 BMW M5 complaints mention a crash or fire?: 1 of 4 complaints report a crash and 1 a fire; 1 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received November 29, 2023.