Does the 2013 BMW M5 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2013 BMW M5, the most recent reported on March 31, 2015 (Exterior lighting). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2013 BMW M5?

Owners have filed 10 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is engine (6 complaints), followed by steering (3).

How many 2013 BMW M5 complaints mention a crash or fire?

0 of 10 complaints report a crash and 1 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2013 BMW M5 recalls and problems

2 recalls and 10 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2013 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.

2013 BMW M5 recalls

Exterior lighting

NHTSA campaign 15V188000 · reported March 31, 2015 · BMW of North America, LLC · 13,443 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2013 528i, 528i xDrive, 535i, 535i xDrive, 550i, 550i xDrive, and ActiveHybrid 5 vehicles. The rear reflex reflectors may not reflect enough light. As such, the vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
The risk: The vehicle may be less visible to other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear reflex reflectors, free of charge. The recall began July 28, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Engine and engine cooling: engine

NHTSA campaign 12V475000 · reported September 28, 2012 · BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC · 696 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: BMW is recalling certain model year 2013 M5, M6 Coupe, and M6 Convertible vehicles, manufactured from July 19, 2012, through September 11, 2012. Due to a manufacturing process error, the tolerance between the engine oil pump's drive shaft and the pump's rotor was not within specification. As a result, the pump's driveshaft could separate from the rotor.
The risk: Separation of the pump's driveshaft from the rotor could lead to a sudden loss of oil pressure causing the possibility of complete engine failure, resulting in an engine stall-like condition, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
The fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the oil pump, free of charge. The safety recall began on November 30, 2012. Owners may contact BMW at 1-800-525-7417.

Most reported problems

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

Engine6
Steering3
Air bags1
Electrical system1
Electronic stability control (ESC)1
Fuel/propulsion system1
Seat belts1
Service brakes1
Suspension1

What owners report

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

May 5, 2020 · Engine · 59,817 miles
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 BMW M5. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THE CONTACT HEARD AN ABNORMAL SOUND BEFORE THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT WAS UNABLE TO RESTART THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC TO BE DIAGNOSED. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE ENGINE NEEDED…

May 5, 2020 · Engine · 59,817 miles
I WAS DRIVING DOWN A HIGHWAY IN MY CITY WHEN I STARTED TO HEAR A SQUEAKY SOUND SORT OF LIKE A HAMSTER WHEEL. SHORTLY AFTER I STARTED TO HEAR LOUD METAL TO METAL CLANKING SOUND AND THE ENGINE FAILED WHILE IN TRAFFIC ON THE HIGHWAY. I WAS ABLE TO MANEUVER THE VEHICLE TO SAFE LOCATION ON THE SIDE OF THE ROAD WITH BEING…

Jun 19, 2019 · Electrical system · 200 miles
FUEL FILLER TUBE GASKETS ARE IMPROPERLY INSTALLED ALLOWING WATER TO ENTER THE LEFT REAR QUARTER PANEL CAUSING THE STEERING ELECTRONICS TO BE FLOODED AND SHORT OUT CAUSING A LOSS OF POWER STEERING WITHOUT WARNING. THIS IS A RECURRENT PROBLEM THAT DEALERSHIPS ARE REFUSING TO ACKNOWLEDGE OR FIX WITHOUT CHARGING $1,000.00.

May 27, 2019 · Engine · 62,000 miles
I WAS DRIVING HOME WHEN I ACCELERATED THE CAR JERK STARTED SMOKING I PULLED OVER AND OIL WAS LEAKING FROM UNDERNEATH

May 25, 2019 · Steering · 45,000 miles
CREAKING NOISE IN THE FRONT SUSPENSION WHEN TURNING STEERING WHEEL WHEN PARKED AND AT LOW SPEEDS. DIAGNOSIS FROM SHOP INDICATED THE LOWER CONTROL ARMS AND BALL JOINTS WERE LOOSE. BOTH SIDES REPLACED.

M5 model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Fires
2010	2	1	0
2013	2	10	1
2014	1	2	0
2015	1	3	0
2016	2	1	0

All BMW M5 years →

Questions

Does the 2013 BMW M5 have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2013 BMW M5, the most recent reported on March 31, 2015 (Exterior lighting). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2013 BMW M5?: Owners have filed 10 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is engine (6 complaints), followed by steering (3).
How many 2013 BMW M5 complaints mention a crash or fire?: 0 of 10 complaints report a crash and 1 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received May 5, 2020.