2020 BMW m5
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2020 BMW m5 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 41 on record.
2020 BMW m5 at a glance
Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.
2020 BMW m5 recalls 3
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020-2021 X3 sDrive 30i, X3 xDrive 30i, X3M 40i, X3 xDrive 30e, X4 xDrive 30i, X4M 40i, 530i, 540i, 540i xDrive, M550i xDrive, M5, 550e, 550e xDrive, and 550e iPerformance vehicles. A small portion of the rearview image may be slightly obscured. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear …
Fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, program the rearview camera with updated software. The recall began November 18, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019-2020 M5 and 2020 M8 Gran Coupe, M8 Coupe, and M8 Convertible vehicles. The transmission wiring harness can become damaged, resulting in an electrical short circuit.
Fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace any damaged transmission harnesses. All harnesses will be rerouted and secured. These repairs will be performed, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin February 3, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018 540d, 2018-2020 530i, 530i xDrive, 540i, 540i xDrive, M550i xDrive, M5, 530e, 530e xDrive, X3 sDrive, X3 xDrive, X3 M40i, X3 M, and 2019-2020 X4 xDrive, X4 M40i, X4 M, X7 xDrive, X7 M50i, 740Li, 740Li xDrive, 750Li, 750Li xDrive, 8 Series Convertible and Coupe 840i, 840i xDrive, M850i xDrive, X5 sDrive, X5 xDrive, X5 M50i, X6 xDrive, X6 M50i, 330i, 330i xDriv…
Fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will update the back-up camera software, free of charge. The recall began November 8, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or Rolls-Royce at 1-877-877-3735. Toyota owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371.
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.
2020 BMW m5 common problems
The most-reported problem areas across all 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.
2020 BMW m5 MPG & running costs
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov.
Estimated 5-year cost to own
A rough guide to what running a 2020 BMW m5 costs over five years and 75,000 miles.
How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.
Dimensions & weight
Manufacturer-reported figures for the 2020 BMW m5. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.
Investigations & service bulletins
Manufacturer service bulletins 156
Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered. Showing the 10 most recent of 156.
Engine Return
Bulletin B063525 · Engine · Jun 2025A turbine-like noise can be heard from the rear axle while deceleration during the first 300 miles of operation when braking from low speed.
Bulletin B340921 · Service Brakes · Jan 2025The NVLD limited emission related warranty for defects in materials or workmanship has been extended to 15 years/150,000 miles as determined from the original in-service date
Bulletin B010821 · Engine · Dec 2024Under certain driving situations, coolant leaks onto the fuel injectors on cylinder bank (5-8).
Bulletin B170324 · Engine · Jun 2024Under certain driving situations, coolant leaks onto the fuel injectors on cylinder bank (5-8).
Bulletin B170324 · Engine · May 2024BMW AG has issued a Delivery Stop (effective April 15, 2024) on certain Model Year 2018 - 2023 BMW vehicles that were produced between November 7, 2017, and September 9, 2022.
Bulletin B170324 · Engine And Engine Cooling · Apr 2024One or more of the LED daytime running lights are dim or discolored.
Bulletin B630418 · Exterior Lighting · Mar 2024The basic conditions for initializing the power windows are not met.
Bulletin B510819 · Electrical System, Visibility · Jan 2024The electrical system of BMW vehicles has been subject to an ongoing development process over the last few years. This has led to increased demands being placed on the battery. This document covers important information for the dealer on how to handle âÂÂdi…
Bulletin B611305 · Electrical System · Jan 2024At low outside temperatures (below 40 degrees F) and slow driving speeds (i.e. when parking, maneuvering)with a large steering angle, the front end can be slightly axially misaligned. This can be felt (jerking)/ heard via an acoustic acknowledgement (clunk) as…
Bulletin B360121 · Steering · Jan 2024Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the M5 AWD. Model-year data, not specific to one car.
About the BMW m5
The BMW M5 is a high-performance version of the BMW 5 Series automobile developed by BMW's motorsport division, BMW M GmbH, built since 1984 with periodic interruptions. The M5 has continuously been produced in the saloon body style, in some countries also as an estate.
From Wikipedia, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Describes the model line in general, not this model year specifically.
2020 BMW m5 trims & engines on record
2020 BMW m5 vehicles on record
2020 BMW m5 CompetitionWBSJF0C08LCD79925
2020 BMW m5WBS81CH060CG08590
2020 BMW m5WBS81CH080CF33102
2020 BMW m5WBS83CH08MCF25436
2020 BMW m5WBS83CH00MCF17525
2020 BMW m5WBS81CH0X0CF50807
2020 BMW m5WBS83CH02MCF86975
2020 BMW m5WBSJF01070CE43063
2020 BMW m5WBS83CH02MCF75197
2020 BMW m5WBS83CH07MCF44432
2020 BMW m5WBSJF0C09LCE01494
2020 BMW m5WBS83CH05MCF80510
2020 BMW m5WBS81CH000CF36057
2020 BMW m5WBS81CH060CG29262
2020 BMW m5WBSJF0C05LCE54712
2020 BMW m5WBS83CH03MCF95698
2020 BMW m5WBS81CH040CF26230
2020 BMW m5WBS81CH000CG08603
2020 BMW m5WBSJF0107LCE60336
2020 BMW m5WBSJF0C07LCE87890
2020 BMW m5WBSJF0C04LCE13472
2020 BMW m5WBS81CH020CF17090
2020 BMW m5WBS83CH01MCF50906
2020 BMW m5WBS81CH020CF12519