2022 BMW 5 Series
The Verdict
Worst problem area
Driver Assistance & Speed Control
Driver Assistance & Speed Control leads by volume: 5 of 16 complaints (31%) mention it. Complaints mentioning Airbags & Restraints include more reported injuries (2) than those mentioning any other identified area.
Complaints filed fell from 26 in 2021 to 16 in 2022.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | vs. 2022 Midsize Cars |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 2,750–3,100 | 2,750–3,100 | 2,750–3,900 | 2,750–3,900 | 2,600–2,750 | |
| Combined MPG | 25–28 | 25–28 | 20–28 | 20–28 | 28–30 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 22–25 / 29–33 | 22–25 / 28–33 | 17–25 / 25–33 | 17–25 / 25–33 | 26–27 / 33–35 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 316–359 | 313–337 | 313–439 | 313–446 | 292–307 | |
| Complaints filed | 15 | 26 | 16 | 8 | 18 | |
| Recalls issued | 7 | 10 | 5 | 4 | 6 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 3 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 4 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Injuries reported | 4 | 0 | 6 | 1 | 0 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 4 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 3 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 2022 BMW 5 Series have?
5 NHTSA recall campaigns as of Sep 16, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 2022 BMW 5 Series?
Driver Assistance & Speed Control: 5 of 16 NHTSA complaints (31%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2022 BMW 5 Series get?
EPA rates it 20–28 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2022 BMW 5 Series?
EPA estimates $2,750–$3,900 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (7)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic (S8) | 4 | 2.0L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | Midsize Cars | 25 mpg (high) | 33 mpg (high) | 28 mpg (high) | $2,750 (low) | 313 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 2 | Automatic (S8) | 6 | 3.0L | All-Wheel Drive | Premium | Midsize Cars | 22 mpg | 29 mpg | 25 mpg | $3,100 | 352 g/mi |
| Configuration 3 | Automatic (S8) | 8 | 4.4L | All-Wheel Drive | Premium | Midsize Cars | 17 mpg (low) | 25 mpg (low) | 20 mpg (low) | $3,900 (high) | 439 g/mi (high) |
| Configuration 4 | Automatic (S8) | 4 | 2.0L | All-Wheel Drive | Premium | Midsize Cars | 23 mpg | 32 mpg | 26 mpg | $3,000 | 332 g/mi |
| Configuration 5 | Automatic (S8) | 6 | 3.0L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | Midsize Cars | 25 mpg (high) | 32 mpg | 27 mpg | $2,850 | 322 g/mi |
| Configuration 6 | Automatic (S8) | 4 | 2.0L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium and Electricity | Compact Cars | 24 mpg | 29 mpg | 26 mpg | $3,000 | 178 g/mi |
| Configuration 7 | Automatic (S8) | 4 | 2.0L | All-Wheel Drive | Premium and Electricity | Compact Cars | 22 mpg | 28 mpg | 25 mpg | $3,100 | 203 g/mi |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Electrical | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Brakes | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 2 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 5 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 4 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (5)
POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT · Campaign 26V525000 · Aug 13, 2026
Defect: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2022-2026 840i, 840i xDrive, 2021-2023 540i, 540i xDrive, M550i xDrive, and 2024-2026 750e xDrive vehicles. The connection between the driveshaft and the rear differential may become damaged, possibly resulting in a loss of power to the rear wheels or a vehicle rollaway.
Consequence: An unexpected loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash. In addition, a damaged driveshaft can result in a vehicle rollaway if the parking brake is not applied, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the connection between the driveshaft and rear axle differential, and apply adhesive or replace the driveshaft and rear axle differential, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed October 2, 2026. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning October 2, 2026.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY · Campaign 26V438000 · Jul 9, 2026
Defect: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Toyota Supra, 2022-2025 2 Series Coupe, 2021-2023 5 Series, 2022-2026 Z4, 2023-2024 4 Series Gran Coupe, 4 Series Convertible, 4 Series Coupe, 3 Series, 2021-2025 X4, and 2021-2024 X3 vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of all models. The engine starter may overheat and catch fire due to wear on an internal component.
Consequence: Fire increases the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the engine starter, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 31, 2026. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning August 28, 2026. This recall is an expansion of previous NHTSA recall 26V056.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY · Campaign 26V056000 · Feb 2, 2026
Defect: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Toyota Supra, 2022-2023 2 Series Coupe, 2021-2024 5 Series (xDrive), 2021-2022 Z4, 2022-2024 4 Series (Gran Coupe), 2021-2024 4 Series (Convertible and xDrive Convertible), 2021-2023 4 Series (Coupe), 2021-2024 3 Series, 2021-2023 X4, 2021-2024 X3 vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of all models. The engine starter may overheat and catch fire due to wear on an internal component.
Consequence: Fire increases the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the engine starter, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 21, 2026. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning March 24, 2026.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY:RELAY · Campaign 25V636000 · Sep 24, 2025
Defect: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019-2021 BMW 330i, 2019-2022 BMW Z4, 2020-2022 BMW 530i, X3, X4, Toyota Supra, 2021-2022 BMW 430i, 430i Convertible, and 2022 BMW 230i vehicles. The engine starter relay may corrode, causing the relay to overheat and short circuit.
Consequence: A short circuit in the starter relay may increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Owners are advised to park their vehicles outside and away from structures until the remedy is complete. Dealers will replace the engine starter, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 6, 2026. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov November 14, 2025.
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION · Campaign 22V070000 · Feb 9, 2022
Defect: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2022 330i, 530i, X3 xDrive30i, and X4 xDrive30i vehicles. The mechatronics unit inside the transmission may not have been assembled properly, which could result in an internal leak.
Consequence: An internal transmission leak can result in a vehicle rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the transmission mechatronics unit, free of charge. All of the vehicle population for this recall have been repaired. Owner notification letters were not mailed. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.