2010 BMW 5-Series Gran Turismo recalls and problems

The 2010 BMW 5-Series Gran Turismo has 3 safety recalls and 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any BMW dealer.

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Recalls may cover only some 2010 BMW 5-Series Gran Turismo vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2010 BMW 5-Series Gran Turismo recalls

Recall 16V-746: Fuel System, Gasoline

Reported Oct 17, 2016 · 136,188 vehicles affected · BMW of North America, LLC

Problem: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2007-2011 BMW X5 3.0si, X5 4.8i, X5 M, X5 xDrive30i, X5 xDrive35i, X5 xDrive48i and X5 xDrive50i, 2008-2011 X6 x Drive35i, X6 xDrive50i and X6 M, 2010-2011 X6 ActiveHybrid, 535i xDrive Gran Turismo, 535i Gran Turismo, 550i xDrive Gran Turismo and 550i Gran Turismo, 2011-2012 528i, 535i, 535i xDrive, 550i and 550i xDrive and 2012 535i ActiveHybrid, 640i Convertible, 650i Convertible, 650i xDrive Convertible, 650i Coupe and 650i Coupe xDrive vehicles. The affected vehicles have in-tank fuel pumps that may have insufficiently crimped wire contacts.

Risk: The loose wires may cause the connector to melt, resulting in a fuel leak. Additionally, the fuel pump may stop working, possibly causing an engine stall and increase the risk of a crash.

Fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump module, free of charge. The recall began February 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Recall 11V-521: Engine and Engine Cooling

Reported Oct 20, 2011 · 32,084 vehicles affected · BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC

Problem: Bmw is recalling certain model year 2011 5-series, model year 2010-2011 5-series gran turismo, model year 2009-2011 7-series, model year 2010-2011 x5 sav, and model year 2008-2011 x6 sav vehicles equipped with 8- or 12-cylinder, turbocharged, engines because the circuit board for the electric auxiliary water pump can overheat.

Risk: This could lead to a smoldering of the pump or an engine compartment or vehicle fire.

Fix: Bmw will notify owners, and dealers will replace the auxiliary water pump free of charge. The safety recall began on december 19, 2011. Owners may contact bmw customer relations and services at 1-800-525-7417.

Recall 10V-331: Fuel System, Other

Reported Jul 22, 2010 · 6,080 vehicles affected · BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC

Problem: Bmw is recalling certain 2010 and 2011 5-series and 5-series gran turismo passenger vehicles manufactured from january 12 through july 1, 2010. The vehicle's fuel level sensor within the fuel tank can become wedged against the tank.

Risk: If this occurs, the fuel gauge in the instrument cluster would display a larger amount of fuel than was actually in the tank. As a result, if the tank became empty, the vehicle could stall increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Bmw will notify owners and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. The safety recall began on october 18, 2010. Owners may contact bmw at 1-800-525-7417.

2010 BMW 5-Series Gran Turismo problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Fuel/Propulsion System	2
Fuel System, Gasoline	1
Fuel System, Other	1
Engine	1

Most reported parts

Fuel System, Other › Storage › Fuel Gauge System — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 50,200 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2010 BMW 5-Series Gran Turismo complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Fuel/Propulsion System · at 25,857 miles · reported Jul 17, 2014

First owner 1. Jan 2012 fuel injector permanent malfunction (Mileage 25,857) 2. Oct 2012 fuel injector leaking (Mileage 36,080) 3. Jan 2013 fuel lines/ permanent malfunction / vehicle battery permanent failure 4. Nov 2013 - dec 2013 fuel injector permanent malfunction (Mileage 43,057) I purchased jan 2014 1. Jan 16, 2014 electrical issue 2. Feb 19, 2014 fuel injector permanent malfunction battery charge 3. Mar 31, 2014 fuel pump replaced 4. May 2014 electrical issues 5. June 19, 2014 electrical issue / coolant leak (Or fuel injector) / alternator failure 6. June 27, 2014 turbo seals leaking…

Fuel/Propulsion System · at 50,200 miles · reported Feb 27, 2013

While driving, approximate speed of 30 miles per hour my car slowed down and showed a signal on the dash board saying a reduction in power. I took the vehicle to bmw and was told nothing could be found. Manager told me it may have been bad gas. Since october 22, 2012 the vehicle has had this happen 3 more times. Each incident with the reduction in power has occurred at different speeds and the terrain was different. Each time it is taken to bmw I was told they cannot find the problem. The technician suggested I turn the vehicle on and off about ten times after putting fuel in it. That did not…

Fuel System, Gasoline · reported Jul 6, 2011

Campaign id number: 10v331000 our 2010 bmw 5 series gran turismo was purchased on december 28 from bmw of encinitas california while this recall was in effect. (Recall started oct 18, 2010) they never performed the recall repair before delivering the vehicle, never informed us of a recall at the time of purchase, and we were never informed of a recall by this dealer or by bmw at any time afterwards. We only found out about the recall when we visited another dealer in late june, 8 months later, and, as a courtesy, they checked the key fob information and found there was an outstanding recall.…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2010 BMW 5-Series Gran Turismo have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2010 BMW 5-Series Gran Turismo: 16V-746 (fuel system, gasoline), 11V-521 (engine and engine cooling), 10V-331 (fuel system, other). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2010 BMW 5-Series Gran Turismo?

Owners report fuel/propulsion system problems most often (2 reports), followed by fuel system, gasoline (1). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 50,200 miles.

Are BMW recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized BMW dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.