2013 BMW M5 Problems

Above Average Complaints

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2013 BMW M5.

20102014
Complaints
16
Crashes
0
Fires
2
Injuries
0
Fatalities
—
Recalls
2

Worst 2013 BMW M5 Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#16 complaints

Engine Problems

Avg mileage:36,098 mi
#23 complaints

Steering Defects

#31 complaints

Airbags

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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2013 BMW M5.

Engine Problems
6
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
36,098
Steering Defects
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Airbags
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical Faults
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electronic Stability Control
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
1
Avg Miles
—
Fuel System
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Seat Belt Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Brakes
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
1
Avg Miles
—
Suspension Failures
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—

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Recalls for 2013 BMW M5

2 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~14,139 vehicles.

15V188000Exterior Lighting
~13,443 affected

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2013 528i, 528i xDrive, 535i, 535i xDrive, 550i, 550i xDrive, and ActiveHybrid 5 vehicles. The rear reflex reflectors may not reflect enough light. As such, the vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

12V475000Engine And Engine Cooling:engine
~696 affected

BMW is recalling certain model year 2013 M5, M6 Coupe, and M6 Convertible vehicles, manufactured from July 19, 2012, through September 11, 2012. Due to a manufacturing process error, the tolerance between the engine oil pump's drive shaft and the pump's rotor was not within specification. As a result, the pump's driveshaft could separate from the rotor.

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2013 BMW M5 — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2013 BMW M5 reliable?
Verdict: Above Average Complaints. The 2013 BMW M5 has 16 NHTSA complaints, 0 crash-related, and 2 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Engine Problems with 6 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2013 BMW M5?
Top reported problems: Engine Problems (6 complaints, avg 36,098 mi); Steering Defects (3 complaints); Airbags (1 complaints). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2013 BMW M5?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 36,098 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
Does the 2013 BMW M5 have any recalls?
Yes — 2 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 14,139 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2013 BMW M5?
Slightly worse than average. Most owners are fine; problem clusters are concentrated around specific components. Check the issues table below and match against the specific car's mileage.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full BMW M5 reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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