The 2000 BMW M5 has two recalls, the more serious involving tire sidewalls that may have been damaged during assembly, which can cause a sudden loss of handling and control while driving.
The brake light switch can also fail internally, leaving the brake lights either permanently on or permanently off regardless of pedal input. If the lights stay dark, following drivers have no warning when the car is slowing, raising the risk of a rear-end collision. If the lights stay on continuously, drivers behind may stop responding to them entirely.
At a glance
What can fail
The tire mounting machine at the factory may have damaged the sidewall of 18-inch tires. This damage can weaken over time and cause the tire to lose air suddenly.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect the tires and replace any that show damage from the mounting machine.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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At a glance
What can fail
The brake lamp switch, which turns brake lights on and off when you press the pedal, can fail internally and stick in either the off or on position.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect the brake lamp switch and replace it with an improved version if needed.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
