Recalls: BMW G60 5-Series Sedan
Overview
OverviewManufacturers, or importers, issue recalls for defects or faults which have the potential to cause injury. Generally, manufacturers will inform the original buyers if their vehicle is subject to a recall and of the steps required to remedy the defect or fault. Please note that the recalls below (if any) are for Australian-delivered vehicles only. Furthermore, the number of recalls should not be taken as an indication of a model’s reliability or its safety more generally.
Recalls: BMW G60 5-Series Sedan
2023-24 BMW G60 5-Series and i5: reduced braking performance; ABS and DSC disabled
In August 2024, recall campaign 0034224983 was issued for 2023-24 BMW G60 5-Series and i5 sedans. Due to a manufacturing defect, signal interference may occur within the electronics of the brake system. If this occurred, greater brake pedal force may be required for braking (thereby increasing braking distances), and the Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) and Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) system would not be available. This condition therefore increased the risk of a collision and injury to vehicle occupants, pedestrians, and other road users. If this condition occurred, drivers would be alerted by a brake warning light in the instrument cluster and a message on the central display. Owners were advised that if a warning message appeared, they should follow the instructions and promptly contact their nearest BMW dealer. Furthermore, BMW requested that owners action any Remote Software Update if they received a request on the vehicle’s central display. For the VINs of the recalled vehicles, please see REC-006061.
2024–25 BMW G60 520i: faulty electrical connection in starter generator
In April 2025, recall campaign 0012380600 was issued for 2024–2025 BMW G60 520i. Due to a manufacturing defect, an electrical connection within the vehicle’s starter generator may not have been assembled to specifications – this could cause a sudden loss of power whilst driving. Furthermore, a faulty connection could also generate excessive heat, which could lead to a vehicle fire. A loss of power and/or vehicle fire could increase the risk of a collision and injury to vehicle occupants, other road users, bystanders and/or damage to property. To fix, an authorised BMW dealer was to check the affected components and, if required, replace the starter generator and associated wiring harness. For the VINs of the recalled vehicles, please see REC-006334.
Problems and faults: BMW G60 5-Series Sedan
Overview
OverviewThis section identifies potential problems, causes and fixes based on the experiences of owners and repairers, online sources and technical service bulletins. This information is provided solely for reference purposes and AustralianCar.Reviews recommends that only properly qualified persons carry out repairs or modifications. Furthermore, the number of items below should not be taken as an indicator of a model’s reliability or the frequency with which they may occur.
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Problems and faults: BMW G60 5-Series Sedan
No troubleshooting information is currently available for the BMW G60 5-Series Sedan.
