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Common Problems with 2008 BMW M5

Retrospectively, the 2008 BMW M5 had 8 complaints, and 25% of issues had something to do with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM problems.

What is the most common problem with a 2008 BMW M5?

Based on car owner complaints, the most common issues with the 2008 BMW M5 fall into the category of ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Below we had classified the complaints into groups by components affected.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 2 POWER TRAIN 1 AIR BAGS 1 EXTERIOR LIGHTING 1 SEATS 1 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY 1 ENGINE 1

Worst 2008 BMW M5 Problems

We have singled out the top-3 most critical reports that involved victims or injuries.

ENGINE
2008 BMW M5 March 10, 2018 Mileage: 86000 miles

Vanos, engine

AIR BAGS
2008 BMW M5 September 25, 2014 Mileage: 70000 miles

On sept 25, 2014, i was driving my 2008 bmw m5 and turning into a parking lot when i was hit from the rear, shoved on top and over a median and into a...

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
2008 BMW M5 September 1, 2019 Mileage: 80000 miles

All wires leading into the headlights have deteriorated and are bare. it keeps shorting out the lights and seems to be a major fire hazard. this is a...