Most common 2007 BMW M5 problems
Share of the 6 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
BMW M5 complaints by model year
Best M5 years: 2010, 2016. Years to avoid: 2006. Compare all years →
2007 BMW M5 recalls (1)
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.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and secure the battery bolt cable connection as necessary, free of charge. The safety recall began on April 30, 2012.
What 2007 BMW M5 owners say
Air bags
BMW continues to deny that a manufacturing defect in the passenger seat mat causes the vehicle to disable the passenger side airbag when occupied by an adult. The following recall was issued in 2008 for 2004-2006 model 5-series vehicles with the same exact passenger seat mat. Http://www.bmwusa.com/standard/content/contactus/voluntaryrecall.aspx there are countless claims and videos of the same thing happening to the 2007 models and later. If a seat mat sensor should ever go out, the majority of the time it would be on the driver side since it's the most used. In every case it's the same problem on the passenger seat side. This flaw in the seat mat is extremely dangerous as owners are not willing to pay $1,700 for a new seat mat (which is a new design). …
A message flashed on the screen stating that the passenger restraint system was defective. Took the vehicle to a dealer for a diagnostic test. The test results showed that a seat mat sensor in the passenger's seat was defective and needed to be replaced. Estimated cost over 3000 dollars asking BMW to authorize under similar recall repair. BMW issued 10 year extended warranty on similar 5 series. BMW please contact me currently traveling in europe with my car. Need replacement in ukraine official dealership my direct line +[redacted] thank you.
2007 BMW M5 engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5.0L 10-cyl | 6-speed manual | RWD | 11 / 17 / 13 |
| 5.0L 10-cyl | 7-speed automatic | RWD | 11 / 17 / 13 |
EPA ratings. Class: Midsize car.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2007 BMW M5 a good car?
Based on 6 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2007 M5 rates average: 2.0× as many complaints as a typical year of the M5 at the same age. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.
What is the most common problem with the 2007 BMW M5?
The air bags — 4 complaints, 67% of all complaints for this model year. Next are the electrical system (1) and speed control & acceleration (1).
How many recalls does the 2007 BMW M5 have?
There is 1 recall for the 2007 BMW M5, the most recent from March 26, 2012 (cables). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the BMW M5?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2010 and 2016. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2006. See the full BMW M5 years comparison.
At what mileage do 2007 BMW M5 problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 51,000 miles; 20% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.