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NHTSA Recall 18V323000: Software (electrical system) and fuel pump (fuel system)

BMW of North America, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 846 vehicles. It affects 2018 BMW M5.

846
vehicles potentially affected
1
model affected
2018
owners notified (June 25)
NHTSA campaign18V323000
ComponentsELECTRICAL SYSTEM › SOFTWARE; FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE › DELIVERY › FUEL PUMP
Report receivedMay 16, 2018
Owner notificationJune 25, 2018
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018 BMW M5 vehicles. In certain driving conditions, the engine control unit software may cause the fuel pump to stop.

Safety risk

If the fuel pump stops, the vehicle will stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

BMW will notify owners, and dealers will update the engine control unit software, free of charge. The recall began on June 25, 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Vehicles covered by recall 18V323000

Make and modelModel years
BMW M52018

Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.