2011 BMW 5 Series problems by component
81 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2011 BMW 5 Series, grouped by the component owners reported. Each component links to a detailed breakdown with mileage, severity and owner reports.
| Component | Complaints | Share | Median mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tires → | 30 | 37% | 3,500 mi |
| Steering → | 20 | 25% | — |
| Power Train → | 10 | 12% | — |
| Electrical System | 6 | 7% | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 4 | 5% | — |
| Engine | 3 | 4% | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 3 | 4% | — |
| Wheels | 3 | 4% | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 2 | 2% | — |
| Fuel System, Other | 2 | 2% | — |
| Suspension | 2 | 2% | — |
| Visibility | 2 | 2% | — |
| Air Bags | 1 | 1% | — |
| Equipment | 1 | 1% | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 1% | — |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 1% | — |
| Seats | 1 | 1% | — |
| Structure | 1 | 1% | — |
Component groups as classified by NHTSA. A complaint can name more than one component, so shares may sum to more than 100%.