2025 BMW M5 TSBs
42 Technical Service Bulletins across 12 categories
Categories
Body & Paint
7 bulletinsWhen pulling on the hood (highlighted inorange in the top photo) release lever (highlighted in orange in the...
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bottomphoto; drivers footwell shown ) , there is anoticeable lack of cable tension; and the hoodwill not unlock.
Trim Return
There is a matte veil or milky stain on theexterior mirror glass.
When driving vehicle over rough roads, a rattle sound emanates from the left footwell panel.
A groaning sound from the front of the vehicle while driving can be heard, particularly while cornering.
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The groaning sound can be heard in the A-pillar/instrument panel area.
When pulling on the hood (highlighted inorange in the top photo) release lever (highlighted in orange in the...
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bottomphoto; drivers footwell shown ) , there is a noticeable lack of cable tension; and the hood will not unlock.
During highly dynamic driving, washer fluid may be forced out of the windshield washer nozzles.
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This canlead to the washer fluid reservoir being completely emptied.
Lighting
7 bulletinsAfter programming the vehicle via ISTA/RSUto I-level 26-03-5xx, some of the interiorambient lighting strips (arrows) may...
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begin tofail sporadically after a deep sleep cycle.
Due to an implementation error in various OBD diagnostics in the vehicle's control units, in very rare cases itmay...
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happen that stored fault memory codes (DTCs) and the MIL (warning light) are not automaticallydeleted even though the underlying malfunction has already been rectified. This does not comply with the statutory OBD specifications.
Due to an implementation error in various OBD diagnostics in the vehicle's control units, in very rare cases itmay...
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happen that stored fault memory codes (DTCs) and the MIL (warning light) are not automaticallydeleted even though the underlying malfunction has already been rectified. This does not comply with the statutory OBD specifications.
The malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) is triggered and 0318E2 AC charging, charging electronics 1,component protection:...
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Overload current on AC side fault may be stored during AC charging Level 1(120 VAC). Note: Despite the fault memory entry (and the malfunction indicator lamp), the AC charging process willcontinue operating as designed and there is no related drivability complaint. Affected PHEV (plug-in hybrid electric vehicle) vehicles with CCU-03 (7.4 kW combined charging unit).
SITUATION The malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) is triggered by the erroneous fault code 031BFC- AC charging, charging...
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electronics 2,internal fault: No internal capacitor discharge stored in the CCU. However, AC charging is operating as designed without a charging concern or issue. Affected PHEV vehicles have the CCU-03 (7.4 kW / 11 kW) with I-levels from 24-07-500 to 25-11-5xx
RSU availability. The malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) is triggered by the erroneous fault code 031BFC- AC...
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charging,charging electronics 2, internal fault: No internal capacitor discharge stored in the CCU. However, AC charging is operating as designed without a charging concern or issue. Affected PHEV vehicles have the CCU-03 (7.4 kW / 11 kW) with I-levels from 24-07-500 to 25-11-5xx
BMW AG has issued a Delivery Stop(effective July 11, 2025) on certain Model Year2025 - 2026 BMW vehicles that were...
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produced between March 24, 2025, and April16, 2025. The heat insulator (highlighted in orange) for the bulkhead was not installed. Thermal overload of the components located in the area cannot be ruled out.
Other
7 bulletinsCustomers might report that washer fluid is leaking from the lower reservoir area, especially around thewasher fluid...
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pumps.
PROGRAM CONTROL UNITS (OBD)
Oil Drain Plug Return
Due to an assembly error the upper oil pan screws may not have been torqued correctly.
Due to an assembly error the upper oil pan screws may not have been torqued correctly.
Due to an assembly error the upper oil pan screws may not have been torqued correctly.
DELIVERY STOP: OIL PAN TOP SCREW CONNECTION
Engine
5 bulletinsThis Service Bulletin provides instructions to clean the intake valves using the BMW Carbon Blaster Tool P/N 81 29 2 208...
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034 and the S68T / XB1T Kit P/N 83 30 5 BAD 3D5. Refer to SI B04 12 11 for existing documentation about the carbon blaster tool and SI B04 02 26 for the S68T /XB1T tool kit.
This Service Bulletin provides instructions to clean the intake valves using the BMW Carbon Blaster Tool
After performing a cabin air filter replacement maintenance service task, or after a similar repair thatrequired the...
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removal and installation of the filters housing cover; the following air flap and/or air temperaturesensor faults are stored in the BCP: 80114D - Stepper motor: Unexpected error in Driving Cycle 801168 - Temperature sensor ventilation left or ventilation: short to ground 80116A - Temperature sensor ventilation right: short to ground 80116B - Temperature sensor ventilation right: short to plus or open circuit 80116C - Temperature sensor footwell left or footwell: short to ground 80116D - Temperature sensor footwell left or footwell: short to plus or open circuit 80116E - Temperature sensor footwell right: short to ground 80116F - Temperature sensor footwell right: short to plus or open circuit 80435B - Stepper motors: short-circuit by mass
The following air flap and/or air temperature sensor faults are stored in the BCP.
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80114D - Stepper motor: Unexpected error in Driving Cycle 801168 - Temperature sensor ventilation left or ventilation: short to ground 80116A - Temperature sensor ventilation right: short to ground 80116B - Temperature sensor ventilation right: short to plus or open circuit 80116C - Temperature sensor footwell left or footwell: short to ground 80116D - Temperature sensor footwell left or footwell: short to plus or open circuit 80116E - Temperature sensor footwell right: short to ground 80116F - Temperature sensor footwell right: short to plus or open circuit 80435B - Stepper motors: short-circuit by mass To prevent harness damage the wiring harness will receive a new retention strap the next time the vehicle comes to the shop for its cabin air filter service.
The Sky Lounge sunshade does not open/close.
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Concern may be intermittent. The following fault codes are stored in the FZD (Roof Centre Function) control module during a vehicle test: 0302A0- ESH (electrical sunshade): No standardization system 03029C- ESH (electrical sunshade): No init because boundary conditions not valid (motordiver)
Air Bags & Safety
4 bulletinsThe decorative trims on the head restraints ofthe drivers seat and front passenger seatcause groaning noises on any...
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route, at anytemperature, even in a slightly reclinedposition.
The decorative trims on the head restraints of the drivers seat and front passenger seat cause groaning noises on any...
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route, at any temperature, even in a slightly reclined position.
In some situations, an emergency call may be triggered in the vehicle without either the customer pressing the SOS Call...
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button, or an airbag deployment event. In some cases, the customer may not even be inside the vehicle.
The decorative trims on the head restraints of the drivers seat and front passenger seat cause groaning noises on any...
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route, at any temperature, even in a slightly reclined position.
Steering
3 bulletinsWhen the steering column is adjusted inwards towards the instrument cluster, the noise may occur near thelimit position.
Parts of the steering shaft universal joint may have been joined together without having beengreased.
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As a result, there can be audible squeaking and cracking noises. In some cases, moresteering force is required.
DELIVERY STOP: STEERING SHAFT UNIVERSAL JOINT
Fuel System
2 bulletinsDue to unfavorable software, the Storage Management Electronics (SME) will not show fault codes that trigger the...
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Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) when performing ISTA Service Function "Display Permanent SAE Fault Codes." As a result, workshops will have to identify SME-specific permanent SAE (emission related) Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) stored in the vehicle during diagnosis or when preparing a vehicle for a State Emission Inspection and Maintenance through a workaround procedure.
EMISSIONS RECALL 25E-A02: PROGRAM CONTROL UNITS
Infotainment
2 bulletinsThe vehicle may experience various operational issues with Apple CarPlay Projected Modes such as: Dropped connections No...
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automatic reconnection Display errors
After replacing the Multifunctional Display (MFD), the Central Information Display (CID) is black.
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Thebacklight of the CID is illuminated, and touch function does register an audible sound.
Hybrid & EV
2 bulletinsGen 5 BEV/PHEV vehicles may set the Combined Charging Unit (CCU) in programming abort due to no communication to the HV...
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charge socket electronics.
A possible jerking motion may arise when using the Parking Maneuver Assistant in purely electric mode in vehicles with 7...
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kW charging power and a programmed I-level starting from 25-03-500
Electrical
1 bulletinThe malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) may be triggered by the erroneous fault code: BA0023 - Control unit: internal fault...
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(software group fault) In addition, the BA0008 - CCU, internal coolant temperature sensor: Signal implausible faults may be stored in the CCU memory. However, AC charging will still operate as designed, without any related drivability complaints. Affected PHEV (plug-in hybrid electric vehicle) vehicles with CCU_P1 (7.4 kW and 11 kW) with I-levels from 24-07- 500 to 25-11-5xx.
Software & Calibration
1 bulletinStarting from I-level 24-07-500, it is possible that the Automatic Hold function is not automatically storedfor the next journey.
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The function must be activated again by the driver at the beginning of every trip. After asoftware update to 25-03-500 and higher, this occurs more frequently.
Brakes
1 bulletinAfter programming from the I-Levels between 24-03-505 and lower than 24-03-540 to I-Level 24-11-530 or higher, the...
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following CCM may be displayed: CCM-2525: Brake system. Drive at moderate speed