2010 BMW 5 Series Problems: 4 Known Issues

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ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2010-2012 1 Series Coupe, 1 Series Convertible, 3 Series Sedan, 3 Series Convertible, 2010-2011 3 Series Sportswagon, 3 Series Coupe, 5 Series Sedan, X3 xDrive 28i, X3 xDrive 30i, X5 xDrive30i, and Z4 sDrive30i vehicles. The aluminum bolts that secure the housing for the variable camshaft timing adjustment (VANOS) unit can loosen over time and possibly break.

Campaign #23V70700020/10/2023

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CRANKCASE (PCV)

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2008-2013 1 Series Coupe (128i); 2007-2013 3 Series Coupe (328i, 328xi, 328i xDrive); 2007-2010 X3 SAV (X3 3.0si, X3 xDrive30i); 2008-2013 1 Series Convertible (128i); 2006-2011 3 Series Sedan (325i, 325xi, 328i, 328xi, 328i xDrive, 330i, 330xi); 2006-2012 3 Series Wagon (328i, 328i xDrive); 2007-2013 3 Series Convertible (328i); 2006-2010 5 Series Sedan (525i, 525xi, 528i, 528xi, 530i, 530xi); 2006-2007 5 Series Wagon (530xi); 2007-2010 X5 SAV (X5 3.0si, X5 xDrive30i); 2006-2008 Z4 Coupe (Z4 3.0si); and 2006-2011 Z4 Roadster (Z4 3.0i, Z4 3.0si, Z4 sDrive30i) vehicles. The heater for the positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) valve may short circuit.

Campaign #22V11900002/03/2022

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY:CABLES

BMW IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2004-2010 5-SERIES, MODEL YEAR 2004-2010 6-SERIES, MODEL YEAR 2006-2010 M5, AND MODEL YEAR 2007-2010 M6 VEHICLES. THE INSULATED BULKHEAD CONNECTOR FOR THE POSITIVE BATTERY CABLE MAY HAVE BEEN INCORRECTLY ATTACHED TO THE TRUNK FLOOR PANEL, WHICH CAN LEAD TO A LOOSENING OF THE BOLT CONNECTION. AS IT LOOSENS, AN INCREASE IN ELECTRICAL RESISTANCE AT THIS CABLE CONNECTION IS POSSIBLE AND COULD CAUSE THE CABLE CONNECTION TO OVERHEAT.

Campaign #12V12600026/03/2012

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN

This recall involves aftermarket parts sold by Valeo. Valeo is recalling certain engine cooling fans, part numbers 696121, 696273, and 696275, used as service replacement parts for model year 2008-2011 BMW 1-Series, 2006-2011 BMW 3-Series, 2000-2009 BMW 5-Series, 2004-2005 BMW 6-Series, and 2006-2007 BMW 7-Series vehicles. A metal-oxide semiconductor may overheat due to insufficient screwing of the semiconductor on the aluminum heat sink. This primary failure could cause adjacent components on the fan assembly motor circuit board to overheat and short.

Campaign #12E02900010/08/2012

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM

BMW IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2004-2010 5-SERIES, 6-SERIES, AND MODEL YEAR 2002-2008 7-SERIES VEHICLES. A CHECK VALVE OF THE BRAKE VACUUM PUMP MAY LEAK A SMALL AMOUNT OF LUBRICATING OIL. OVER TIME THIS COULD RESULT IN CONTAMINATION OF THE BRAKE BOOSTER.

Campaign #10V44600001/10/2010

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the most common BMW 5 Series problems?

According to Au7o's research across NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports, the 2010 BMW 5 Series has 4 documented issues. The most frequently reported are: N63 Low-Oil Warning Requires 550i Oil-Consumption Testing, N63 550i Timing-Chain Wear Check, 2008-2010 535i N54 High-Pressure Fuel-Pump Recall Path. Of these, 3 are rated critical and should be addressed promptly.

Is the BMW 5 Series reliable?

The 2010 BMW 5 Series has 4 known issues compiled from NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports. 3 issues are rated critical: N63 Low-Oil Warning Requires 550i Oil-Consumption Testing and N63 550i Timing-Chain Wear Check and 2008-2010 535i N54 High-Pressure Fuel-Pump Recall Path. Prospective buyers should inspect for these issues and factor potential repair costs into their purchase decision. Regular maintenance following the manufacturer's schedule helps prevent many common problems.

What is the 2010-2013 BMW 5 Series N63 Low-Oil Warning Requires 550i Oil-Consumption Testing?

BMW SIB 01 21 18 identifies certain U.S.-specification model-year 2010-2013 F10 550i and 550i xDrive N63 vehicles in an oil-consumption and battery-drain settlement. The litigation alleged excess oil use and possible engine damage, while BMW denied wrongdoing; the bulletin does n… Severity: high.

What is the 2010-2013 BMW 5 Series N63 550i Timing-Chain Wear Check?

BMW SIB 11 16 14 applies to F10 5 Series sedans with the N63 engine produced from March 2010 through July 2013. It defines an ISTA timing-chain elongation test intended to detect wear and provide a repair path; BMW states that this N63 timing-chain check and Customer Care Package… Severity: high.

What is the 2008-2010 BMW 5 Series 2008-2010 535i N54 High-Pressure Fuel-Pump Recall Path?

BMW notified dealers that certain model-year 2008-2010 535i vehicles with the N54 twin-turbo engine could experience high-pressure fuel-pump failure. BMW listed long starting times, a Service Engine Soon light, reduced engine performance and an Engine Malfunction message; the not… Severity: high.

What is the 2008-2010 BMW 5 Series 535i N54 Wastegate Clanking Requires Turbocharger Diagnosis?

BMW SIB 01 02 12 applies to model-year 2008-2010 E60/E61 535i vehicles, including xDrive, and addresses a turbocharger failure caused by a wastegate defect. BMW explicitly states that a slight mechanical-wastegate rattle is normal and is not a failure; a repeated clanking complai… Severity: medium.

2010 BMW 5 Series Problems: 4 Known Issues

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the most common BMW 5 Series problems?

Is the BMW 5 Series reliable?

What is the 2010-2013 BMW 5 Series N63 Low-Oil Warning Requires 550i Oil-Consumption Testing?

What is the 2010-2013 BMW 5 Series N63 550i Timing-Chain Wear Check?

What is the 2008-2010 BMW 5 Series 2008-2010 535i N54 High-Pressure Fuel-Pump Recall Path?

What is the 2008-2010 BMW 5 Series 535i N54 Wastegate Clanking Requires Turbocharger Diagnosis?