NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2019 BMW M5 Safety Record
The 2019 BMW M5 has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its federal safety record shows 3 recalls and 8 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
CRASH
DATANot crash-tested
The 2019 BMW M5 lacks a Safety Index and full crash-test star ratings, as NHTSA has not evaluated this model year. Its federal record shows a Light recall and complaint burden band, encompassing 3 recall campaigns and 8 unverified owner complaints. These complaints report no crashes, fires, injuries, or fatalities. This data set reflects the administrative safety record available from NHTSA, offering no specific confirmation or denial of the 2019 M5's crashworthiness.
The 2019 BMW M5 was not crash-tested by NHTSA, carries a Light recall and complaint burden band, and is named in 3 federal recall campaigns according to NHTSA federal safety 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 | 3 |
| Owner complaints | 8 (unverified allegations) |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2019 BMW M5?
The 2019 BMW M5 has no adjacent crash-test data in NHTSA's record, leaving no structural context from tested sibling years. On its recall record, three campaigns address distinct systems: the automatic transmission, a back-over camera sensing system, and the fuel pump. The transmission recall also involves 2020 M5 and M8 variants. The back-over camera recall affects a broad range of 5 Series and M models from 2018 onward. The fuel pump campaign includes this year's M5 and other high-displacement BMW models. Eight unverified owner complaints have been filed, primarily citing engine and powertrain issues. This thematic alignment with two of the recall areas suggests a potential pattern. The 2019 M5 is in the Light recall and complaint burden band, indicating a low volume of federal recall campaigns and unverified owner complaints compared to the general vehicle population in NHTSA data. This classification reflects administrative record volume only and does not imply crash performance.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2019 BMW M5 have any recalls?
The 2019 BMW M5 is named in 3 federal recall campaigns covering three distinct components: the automatic transmission, the back-over prevention camera sensing system, and the fuel delivery pump. NHTSA has not issued a park-outside or do-not-drive directive tied to these campaigns in the data provided, but any open recall status must be confirmed by running the specific VIN at nhtsa.gov.
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION19V883000
Risk: An electrical short circuit can cause the transmission to shift to neutral resulting in a loss of propulsion, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace any damaged transmission harnesses. All harnesses will be rerouted and secured. These repairs will be performed, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin February 3, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Reported 2019-12-11
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA19V684000
Risk: The lack of an image in the back-up camera display increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will update the back-up camera software, free of charge. The recall began November 8, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or Rolls-Royce at 1-877-877-3735. Toyota owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371.
Reported 2019-09-27
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP19V513000
Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the high pressure fuel pumps, free of charge. The recall began August 27, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Reported 2019-07-03
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2019 BMW M5?
NHTSA records 8 unverified owner complaints for the 2019 BMW M5. These are unverified allegations, not established facts. The most frequently alleged components are the Engine (4 reports) and Engine And Engine Cooling (2 reports), followed by Power Train (2 reports), Fuel and Propulsion System (1 report), and Unknown Or Other (1 report). No complaints in this pool allege a crash, fire, injury, or death.
8 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2019 BMW M5?
The 2019 BMW M5 carries three open recall campaigns. Any specific used unit may still be subject to these if prior remedies were not completed. Checking a vehicle's VIN at nhtsa.gov is the definitive method to confirm unresolved campaigns before purchase.
- NHTSA has no crash-test result for the 2019 BMW M5 specifically, meaning no Safety Index or star ratings of any kind exist for this model year.
- Three recall campaigns are on record for this model year, addressing the automatic transmission, the back-over camera sensing system, and the fuel delivery pump, each of which may still be open on individual vehicles.
- Eight unverified owner complaints are logged with NHTSA, concentrated in engine and powertrain categories, with zero alleged crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths in that complaint pool.
- Because no tested sibling years appear in the NHTSA record for the M5, shoppers cannot use an adjacent model year's crash score as a proxy for this vehicle's structural performance.
FAQ2019 BMW M5 safety questions
Was the 2019 BMW M5 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 3 recalls and 8 owner complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2019 BMW M5 have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 3 vehicle recalls are on file for the 2019 BMW M5. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2019 BMW M5?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 8 owner complaints are on file for the 2019 BMW M5. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the BMW M5 2019.
- 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.