The Recall Desk
HighNHTSA·18V473000·Announced 2018-07-17

BMW Recalls 2018 M5 Vehicles Due to Fuel Level Sensor Defect

BMW is recalling 2018 M5 vehicles because a fuel level sensor may stick to a fuel line, causing inaccurate fuel gauge readings that could lead to stalling and increased crash risk.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product (vehicle stalling leading to crash risk) where injury has not yet been reported, fitting the High severity criteria.

Plain-English summary

BMW of North America, LLC is recalling certain 2018 BMW M5 vehicles. The recall addresses a defect where the fuel level sensor in the fuel tank may become stuck against an in-tank fuel line. This issue causes the fuel gauge to display an inaccurate amount of fuel, potentially showing more fuel than is actually available.

An incorrect fuel reading may lead to the vehicle stalling, which increases the risk of a crash. The source text does not report any specific injuries or fatalities associated with this defect.

BMW will notify owners, and dealers will secure the in-tank fuel line to prevent it from contacting the fuel level sensor, free of charge. The recall was expected to begin in September 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
BMW M5
Brand
BMW
Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
Category
Vehicle — Fuel System
Hazard
Affected units
1,645

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (1)

  • M5

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

Related recalls

Same brand · BMW

Same manufacturer · BMW of North America, LLC

See all →

Same hazard · stalling

See all →