NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2023 BMW 5 Series Safety Record
The 2023 BMW 5 Series has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its federal safety record shows 1 recall and 8 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
CRASH
DATANot crash-tested
The 2023 BMW 5 Series carries no federal crash-test ratings, as NHTSA has not evaluated this model year. Therefore, no Safety Index score can be assigned. This absence of crash-test data means that any assessment of the 2023 5 Series' safety profile must rely solely on other available information. The record shows a light burden of one recall campaign and eight owner-reported complaints lodged with NHTSA. These figures reflect issues identified by owners or manufacturers, not outcomes from crash performance. The lack of a star rating should not be interpreted as an indication, positive or negative, of the vehicle's crashworthiness.
The 2023 BMW 5 Series was not crash-tested by NHTSA, carries one recall campaign targeting the automatic transmission control module, and falls in the Light recall and complaint burden band according to NHTSA data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
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| NHTSA crash test | Not crash-tested |
|---|---|
| Recall and complaint burden | Light |
| Recalls on file | 1 |
| Owner complaints | 8 (unverified allegations) |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2023 BMW 5 Series?
The 2023 BMW 5 Series carries a singular federal safety action: one recall addressing the automatic transmission control module. This places it in the Light burden band for its combined recall and complaint volume, a position reflecting relatively low activity within the NHTSA dataset. Eight owner-reported complaints exist, detailing issues across various systems such as service brakes and vehicle speed control. While these are safety relevant categories, the allegations remain unverified by federal investigation. No adjacent model years have NHTSA crash test records, thus preventing a structural or occupant protection assessment for the 2023 5 Series. The Light burden designation reflects only recall and complaint volume, not crash performance.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2023 BMW 5 Series have any recalls?
The 2023 BMW 5 Series carries one NHTSA recall campaign, which targets the powertrain automatic transmission control module. The recall covers certain 2023 5 Series Sedan units alongside other BMW and Toyota models sharing the component. No park-outside or do-not-drive advisory is reflected in the data provided. Owners should verify their specific VIN at nhtsa.gov to confirm whether the remedy has been completed.
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)23V821000
Risk: Transmission oil that leaks into the control unit can lead to a seizure of the transmission gears, causing a sudden loss of drive power and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the transmission mechatronics module and the automatic transmission fluid, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 26, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Reported 2023-12-06
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2023 BMW 5 Series?
Eight complaints have been reported to NHTSA for the 2023 BMW 5 Series, covering back-over prevention, vehicle speed control, engine, structure, service brakes, and the fuel and propulsion system, each with two alleged incidents. One complaint involves a reported injury. All are unverified consumer allegations and have not been confirmed as defects by NHTSA.
8 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2023 BMW 5 Series?
The 2023 BMW 5 Series carries a significant recall for its transmission control module, an issue that prospective owners should confirm has been remedied on any specific unit via nhtsa.gov's VIN lookup tool. Open recalls transfer with ownership.
- NHTSA has not crash-tested the 2023 BMW 5 Series, meaning no federal star ratings or Safety Index exist for this specific model year.
- One recall is on record for this model year, addressing the automatic transmission control module across certain 2023 5 Series Sedan units.
- Eight unverified complaints have been reported to NHTSA, with service brakes and vehicle speed control among the components cited, each appearing in two separate allegations.
- Buyers should verify their specific VIN at nhtsa.gov to confirm whether the transmission control module recall remedy has been completed on the unit they are considering.
FAQ2023 BMW 5 Series safety questions
Was the 2023 BMW 5 Series crash-tested by NHTSA?
No. NHTSA has not run a New Car Assessment Program crash test on this configuration, so it carries no Safety Index. Its safety record here is built from 1 recall and 8 owner complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2023 BMW 5 Series have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 1 vehicle recall is on file for the 2023 BMW 5 Series. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2023 BMW 5 Series?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 8 owner complaints are on file for the 2023 BMW 5 Series. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects, and include reports involving a crash.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
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- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the BMW 5 Series 2023.
- SCORE This configuration was not crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. We report its recall and complaint record only.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.