Model year guide

2023 BMW M5

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2023 BMW M5 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 4 on record.

2023 BMW M5 — representative photo
Representative photo

2023 BMW M5 at a glance

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

2023 BMW M5 recalls 0

No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 2023 BMW M5.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 5 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
195.3 in
Width
73.6 in
Height
57.9 in
Wheelbase
117.3 in
Curb weight
4,370 lb
Front track
63.4 in
Rear track
64.2 in

Manufacturer-reported figures for the 2023 BMW M5. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.

Investigations & service bulletins

Manufacturer service bulletins 36

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 36.

EMISSIONS RECALL 25E-A02: PROGRAM CONTROL UNITS

Bulletin B120425 · Electrical System · Jun 2025

One or more of the LED daytime running lights are dim or discolored.

Bulletin B630418 · Exterior Lighting · Mar 2024

The basic conditions for initializing the power windows are not met.

Bulletin B510819 · Electrical System, Visibility · Jan 2024

The 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 “di…

Bulletin B611305 · Electrical System · Jan 2024

At 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 2024

A vehicle arrives at your center to be diagnosed for a micro-leak in the fuel evaporative (EVAP) system(NVLD natural vacuum leak detection). For this condition, the following fault is stored in the DME: 190302 - fuel tank ventilation and scavenging air system,…

Bulletin B160123 · Fuel System, Gasoline · Jan 2024

The Central Information Display goes black intermittently due to resets of the Head Unit (HU-H3). FaultB7F8F9 – “HU-H: Reset” will be stored in the HU-H3.

Bulletin B610524 · Electrical System, Equipment · Jan 2024

SITUATION Unusual noises occur only when operating the steering column in the axial direction. 1. A one-time thump sound at the start of movement Shortly after the steering column starts moving, retracting, or extending, a one-time thump noise is heard. See at…

Bulletin B320223 · Steering · Jan 2024

Functional noises (squealing/honking) when braking shortly before the vehicle comes to a stop. CAUSE Material-

Bulletin B340714 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Oct 2023

BMW AG has requested the inspection of all dealer stock of the following part number(s) listed below to ensure the spacer is conformed to drawing.

Bulletin MCAS4023 · Power Train · Sep 2023

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the M5 SEDAN 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.

2023 BMW M5 vehicles on record

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2023 BMW M5 — frequently asked questions

Does the 2023 BMW M5 have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists no safety-recall campaigns for the 2023 BMW M5. 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.