2004 BMW 5 Series vs 2006 BMW 5 Series
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2004 BMW 5 Series | 2006 BMW 5 Series |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 64 | 85 |
| Recall campaigns | 6 | 7 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 51 | 57 |
| Investigations | 1 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 1 | 4 |
| Fire reports | 9 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | — | — |
| Median reported incident mileage | 78,625 mi | 65,276 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | BMW 5 Series | BMW 5 Series |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 29 | 36 |
| Electrical System | 9 | 19 |
| Seats | 11 | 3 |
| Power Train | 6 | 8 |
| Exterior Lighting | 6 | 7 |
| Seat Belts | 7 | 1 |
| Visibility | 1 | 7 |
| Steering | 5 | 2 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Airbag warning light | 10 | 9 |
2004 BMW 5 Series
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.