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2010 BMW 5 SERIES Safety Overview

The 2010 BMW 5 SERIES has been closely monitored for safety issues.

Official NHTSA Recalls

The NHTSA has issued 2 official safety recalls for this vehicle. Key affected components include:

  • Engine and engine cooling:engine
  • Engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:emission control:crankcase (pcv)

Severe Defect Warnings

Notably, some of these defects carry severe risks, such as loose or broken vanos unit bolts can result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

Consumer Complaints

To date, there have been no consumer complaints filed with the NHTSA for this model year.

Why It Matters

Staying informed about these safety records is critical for BMW 5 SERIES owners to ensure ongoing reliability and safety on the road. Always consult an authorized dealer for official remedy repairs.

Latest Vehicle Recalls

2010 BMW 5 SERIES 23V707000

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2010-2012 1 Series Coupe, 1 Series Convertib...

Loose or broken VANOS unit bolts can result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 23V707000: Loose or broken VANOS unit bolts can result in an engine stall, increasing... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 10/20/2023
2010 BMW 5 SERIES 22V119000

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2008-2013 1 Series Coupe (128i); 2007-2013 3...

An electrical short can cause the PCV valve heater to overheat, increasing the risk of a fire while driving or, soon after driving when parked.

NHTSA Recall 22V119000: An electrical short can cause the PCV valve heater to overheat, increasing... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 3/2/2022

Recent Complaints

No complaints reported.