BMW Recall 12V-475: Engine and engine cooling – engine

Affected: 2013 BMW M5, 2013 BMW M6. Filed with NHTSA on September 28, 2012, covering about 696 vehicles.

Do not drive: the manufacturer advises owners not to drive affected vehicles until they are repaired.

The problem

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.

The risk

Separation of the pump's driveshaft from the rotor could lead to a sudden loss of oil pressure causing the possibility of complete engine failure, resulting in an engine stall-like condition, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

The fix

BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the oil pump, free of charge. The safety recall began on November 30, 2012. Owners may contact BMW at 1-800-525-7417.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign12V-475 (12V475000)
ManufacturerBMW of North America, LLC
ComponentEngine and engine cooling › Engine
Report dateSeptember 28, 2012
Owners notifiedNovember 30, 2012
Vehicles affected696
Initiated byManufacturer

Vehicles covered

Owner complaints about the engine & cooling

Frequently asked questions

Is the recall 12V-475 repair free?

Yes. BMW dealers will fix the problem at no cost: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the oil pump, free of charge. The safety recall began on November 30, 2012. Owners may contact BMW at 1-800-525-7417.

How do I know if my car is included?

Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 696 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Is it safe to drive?

No — the manufacturer says owners should not drive affected vehicles until the repair is done. Contact a dealer to arrange towing.

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.