Vehicle recallDVSA
BMW 5 Series Saloon, 5 Series Touring and other models recalled over a fire risk
The Safety Recall relates to the air-conditioning wiring harness located behind the dashboard. On the affected vehicles the wiring harness was fixed very close to a screw connection on the interior microfilter housing cover. The microfilter of the air conditioning system will be regularly replaced as part of the oil service. It cannot be ruled out that cables may be damaged when replacing the microfilter during a workshop visit. The filter cover has to be removed from the lower part of the instrument panel. After replacing the filter the cover has to be refitted at which point the wires may become damaged or trapped. If the wiring harness is damaged this could lead to malfunctions of the air conditioning system as well as to a short circuit. In case of a short circuit a sensor may overheat while the vehicle is in operation. As a result smoke may develop from the instrument panel and subsequently a fire cannot be ruled out.
Check your product
Only vehicles within the listed VIN ranges or build dates are covered. A franchised dealer can confirm from your VIN.
6 identifiers listed for this notice.
5 Series Saloon
- Build datesThe build or first registration date is on the V5C.
- 20/06/2023 – 08/04/2025
- Manufacturer referenceThe manufacturer’s own campaign number. Quote it to the dealer.
- 0061510900 0061520900
5 Series Touring
- Build dates
- 18/03/2024 – 09/04/2025
- Manufacturer reference
- 0061510900 0061520900
7 Series Saloon
- Build dates
- 06/07/2022 – 08/04/2025
- Manufacturer reference
- 0061510900 0061520900
M5
- Build dates
- 30/07/2024 – 08/04/2025
- Manufacturer reference
- 0061510900 0061520900
M5 Touring
- Build dates
- 10/12/2024 – 08/04/2025
- Manufacturer reference
- 0061510900 0061520900
7 Series Saloon - High Security
- Build dates
- 08/11/2023 – 17/11/2023
- Manufacturer reference
- 0061510900 0061520900
What to do now
A fault could cause some BMW 5 Series Saloon, 5 Series Touring and other models to overheat or catch fire.
- Enter your registration number on the GOV.UK recall checker, or ask a franchised dealer to check the VIN.
- Book the recall work with a franchised dealer for the make. Recall repairs are carried out free of charge.
- Make sure the DVLA has your current address, as recall letters go to the registered keeper.
Why it matters. Vehicle fires can start while driving or parked. Some manufacturers advise parking outside until the repair is done.
Repairs and costs
You should not pay for a safety recall repair. Book it with a franchised dealer for the make and take your V5C or registration number.
If you have already paid for a repair to fix the same defect, ask the manufacturer whether it will reimburse you.
From the official notice
Published by the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (R/2026/092). Quoted as issued.
Summary
The Safety Recall relates to the air-conditioning wiring harness located behind the dashboard. On the affected vehicles the wiring harness was fixed very close to a screw connection on the interior microfilter housing cover. The microfilter of the air conditioning system will be regularly replaced as part of the oil service. It cannot be ruled out that cables may be damaged when replacing the microfilter during a workshop visit. The filter cover has to be removed from the lower part of the instrument panel. After replacing the filter the cover has to be refitted at which point the wires may become damaged or trapped. If the wiring harness is damaged this could lead to malfunctions of the air conditioning system as well as to a short circuit. In case of a short circuit a sensor may overheat while the vehicle is in operation. As a result smoke may develop from the instrument panel and subsequently a fire cannot be ruled out.
Defect
The Safety Recall relates to the air-conditioning wiring harness located behind the dashboard. On the affected vehicles the wiring harness was fixed very close to a screw connection on the interior microfilter housing cover. The microfilter of the air conditioning system will be regularly replaced as part of the oil service. It cannot be ruled out that cables may be damaged when replacing the microfilter during a workshop visit. The filter cover has to be removed from the lower part of the instrument panel. After replacing the filter the cover has to be refitted at which point the wires may become damaged or trapped. If the wiring harness is damaged this could lead to malfunctions of the air conditioning system as well as to a short circuit. In case of a short circuit a sensor may overheat while the vehicle is in operation. As a result smoke may develop from the instrument panel and subsequently a fire cannot be ruled out.
Remedy
On the affected vehicles the air-conditioning wiring harness will be checked repaired if necessary and re-secured in a modified fixing.
Models
5 Series Saloon, 5 Series Touring, 7 Series Saloon, M5, M5 Touring, 7 Series Saloon - High Security
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Questions
Why are BMW 5 Series Saloon, 5 Series Touring and other models being recalled?
A fault could cause some BMW 5 Series Saloon, 5 Series Touring and other models to overheat or catch fire. Vehicle fires can start while driving or parked. Some manufacturers advise parking outside until the repair is done.
How do I know if my vehicle is affected?
Enter your registration number on the GOV.UK vehicle recall checker or ask a franchised dealer, who can check your VIN against the manufacturer’s campaign. The VIN ranges and build dates published by the DVSA are listed on this page.
What should I do now?
Enter your registration number on the GOV.UK recall checker, or ask a franchised dealer to check the VIN. Book the recall work with a franchised dealer for the make. Recall repairs are carried out free of charge.
Will the repair cost anything?
You should not pay for a safety recall repair. Book it with a franchised dealer for the make and take your V5C or registration number. If you have already paid for a repair to fix the same defect, ask the manufacturer whether it will reimburse you.