Model year guide

1996 BMW 540I

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 1996 BMW 540I is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 15 on record.

1996 BMW 540I — representative photo
Representative photo

1996 BMW 540I at a glance

Safety recallsNone

Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

1996 BMW 540I recalls 0

No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 1996 BMW 540I.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

Dimensions & weight

Length
188.2 in
Width
70.9 in
Height
56.7 in
Wheelbase
111.4 in
Curb weight
3,803 lb
Front track
59.1 in
Rear track
59.4 in

Manufacturer-reported figures for the 1996 BMW 540I. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.

About the BMW 540I

The BMW 5 Series is an executive car manufactured and marketed by BMW since 1972. It is the successor to the BMW New Class sedans and is currently in its eighth generation. The car is sold as either a sedan or, since 1991, a station wagon. A 5-door fastback was sold between 2009 and 2017. Each successive generation has been given an internal G-code designation since 2017. Previously, a F-code designation was used between 2010 and 2016, while an E-code designation was used between 1972 and 2010. These are used to distinguish each model and generation from each other.

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1996 BMW 540I vehicles on record

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1996 BMW 540I — frequently asked questions

Does the 1996 BMW 540I have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists no safety-recall campaigns for the 1996 BMW 540I. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.