BMW 5 Series electrical system problems by year
54 NHTSA owner complaints name the electrical system across 5 5 Series model years. The most reported year is 2006 with 19 reports.
| Year | Electrical System reports | Share | Median mileage | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 5 Series | 6 | 7% | — | |
| 2008 5 Series | 16 | 15% | 60,550 mi | |
| 2006 5 Series | 19 | 22% | 51,287 mi | |
| 2005 5 Series | 4 | 19% | — | |
| 2004 5 Series | 9 | 14% | — |
Share is the fraction of that year’s complaints naming the electrical system. Raw counts are not adjusted for sales volume — years that sold more units naturally accumulate more reports.