BMW M5 2018: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 18V323000

Make Model Year
BMW M5 2018
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2018-06-25 2018-05-16 2018-05-21

Production Dates: 2017-08-21 - 2018-04-17

Manufacturers Involved: BMW of North America, LLC

Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 846

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

BMW of North America, LLC "BMW" is recalling certain 2018 BMW M5 vehicles. In certain driving conditions, the engine control unit software may cause the fuel pump to stop.

Consequence

If the fuel pump stops, the vehicle will stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

BMW will notify owners, and dealers will update the engine control unit software, free of charge. The recall began on June 25, 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 'TTY 1-800-424-9153', or go to www.safercar.gov.