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2010 BMW 5-Series Gran Turismo problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 5 complaints on file for the 2010 BMW 5-Series Gran Turismo — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but 3 recall campaigns apply to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

5

NHTSA complaints

3

Recalls

0

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 2010 compare to other 5-Series Gran Turismo years?

5-Series Gran Turismo NHTSA complaints by model year, 2010 highlighted8 complaints2010: 5 complaints2011: 8 complaints2017: 0 complaints
5-Series Gran Turismo NHTSA complaints by model year, 2010 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2010 BMW 5-Series Gran Turismo problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Fuel System480%
Engine120%

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

3 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

16V746000Fuel SystemOctober 17, 2016 · 136,188 units

Defect

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.

Consequence

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.

Remedy

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.

11V521000EngineOctober 20, 2011 · 32,084 units

Defect

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.

Consequence

THIS COULD LEAD TO A SMOLDERING OF THE PUMP OR AN ENGINE COMPARTMENT OR VEHICLE FIRE.

Remedy

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.

10V331000Fuel SystemJuly 22, 2010 · 6,080 units

Defect

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.

Consequence

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.

Remedy

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.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“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…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Fuel System · January 13, 2012

“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…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · January 13, 2012

2010 BMW 5-Series Gran Turismo — common questions

Is the 2010 BMW 5-Series Gran Turismo reliable?

The record is thin — 5 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 3 recalls should be verified as completed.

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

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns affecting the 2010 BMW 5-Series Gran Turismo. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Which BMW 5-Series Gran Turismo years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the 5-Series Gran Turismo years to avoid are 2017. The cleanest record among 5-Series Gran Turismo years belongs to 2010.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.