BMW M5 recall: Distance between sensor and in-tank fuel line could be too small
- What's wrong
- The fault affects the fuel level sensor within the fuel tank.The distance between the sensor and an in-tank fuel line could be too small which could allow the sensor to contact the fuel line and in some cases become stuck. If the fuel sensor becomes…
- What to do
- Contact a BMW dealer to book the free repair. On the affected vehicles the fuel line supply unit system will be reworked.
What’s wrong
The fault affects the fuel level sensor within the fuel tank.The distance between the sensor and an in-tank fuel line could be too small which could allow the sensor to contact the fuel line and in some cases become stuck. If the fuel sensor becomes stuck the fuel gauge in the instrument cluster displays a larger amount of fuel than is actually in the tank. Therefore the tank could become empty leading to the engine stalling without prior warning.
The fix
On the affected vehicles the fuel line supply unit system will be reworked.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| M5 | 16 Jan 2018 | 24 May 2018 | 274 |
How to check your vehicle
Use the official DVSA checker with your registration number to see if your exact vehicle is included. If it is, the manufacturer should have written to the registered keeper. The repair is free, even if you bought the vehicle second-hand.
Updated 10 August 2018. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.