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2015 BMW M5 problems
The 2015 BMW M5 has 1 active recall campaign on file and only 3 owner complaints in the NHTSA database. Often that means the recall caught it before the field did.
The 2015 BMW M5 has 3 NHTSA owner complaints and 1 recall on file (U.S. federal records, as of August 2026). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation.
Limited NHTSA data — only 3 complaints on file. The score reflects what's reported, but a small sample skews easily. 1 active recall on file.
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Should you avoid this 2015 M5?
Not enough data for a verdict
Only 3 NHTSA complaints on file — too few for a confident call. The 1 active recall above remain authoritative; read those first.
Our read of the federal NHTSA complaint and recall record for this exact year and model —
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What owners are saying
recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim
2015 M5· engine
I was driving down the road when my BMW m5 started to jump and the RPM's needle started to jump up and down and leaving me stranded in the middle of the road. Car displayed messages that said 'fuel supply- full drive performance not available drive moderately ' and another…
Door locks. Passenger doors do not unlock from inside when pulling door handles. Cannot unlock manually. Must press button on dash to unlock. Vehicle not in motion.
The cars brakes keep screeching loud. I reached out to BMW and they stated that the brakes keep screeching because this car is a performance vehicle but someone who works at BMW told me that its not true and that BMW made a mistake when building the car and that I am not the…
Had a problem with your 2015 BMW M5?
File a complaint with NHTSA → It's free and official — owner filings are what build the federal safety record behind this page.
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2015 BMW M5 sedans manufactured September 4, 2014, through December 4, 2014, 2015 M6 coupes manufactured September 3, 2014, through December 3, 2014, 2015 M6 convertibles manufactured September 8, 2014, through December 4, 2014, and 2015 M6 Gran Coupe vehicles manufactured September3, 2014, through December 4, 2014
Due to the improper weld, the driveshaft may fracture and fail, causing loss of drive to the rear wheels and a loss of propulsion. Additionally, if the car is turned off and exited without the parking brake applied, the car may roll. Either condition increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the driveshaft, as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during September 2016. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Common questions
Is the 2015 BMW M5 reliable?
Limited NHTSA data. Only 3 owner complaints have been filed for the 2015 BMW M5, which is not enough for a meaningful reliability score. Active recalls (if any) are listed on this page and remain authoritative — those are verified defects regardless of complaint volume. For a confident reliability read we look for at least 10 owner complaints in the federal database.
Should you avoid the 2015 BMW M5?
Only 3 NHTSA complaints on file — too few for a confident call. The 1 active recall above remain authoritative; read those first. We don't issue a buy/avoid verdict on the 2015 BMW M5 without a meaningful complaint sample — doing so off a handful of filings would be guesswork.
What should I check before buying a used 2015 BMW M5?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on the 2015 BMW M5 to flag a standout failure pattern. Run the VIN for open recalls — those are free to fix regardless of warranty — get a standard pre-purchase inspection, and ask the seller for service records.
Is the 2015 BMW M5 a good used car to buy?
Hard to say from federal data alone — only 3 owner complaints have been filed. Lean on the recall list above, a pre-purchase inspection, and a vehicle-history report on the specific VIN. Our data tells you what the model is known for; a history report tells you what that exact car has been through.
What's the most common problem on the 2015 BMW M5?
No problem area has crossed our reporting threshold yet, which is a good sign for this vehicle.
What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?
Major repair items haven't been flagged often enough on this vehicle to single one out.
How do I check if my BMW M5 has open recalls?
Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.
Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2015 BMW M5?
Hard to say from NHTSA data alone with only 3 complaints on file. A quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. The decision comes down to your specific situation: vehicle cost, miles on it, how long you plan to keep it, and whether you can absorb a $3K–$8K repair without straining cashflow. With limited public data on this vehicle, lean on the recall list above and check owner forums before committing.
Recall and complaint data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database, last synced 3 days ago. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2015/BMW/M5.
Editorial commentary written by ProblemsByVin contributors and reviewed by ASE-certified mechanics.
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