What weaknesses does the BMW M5 G90 have?

	Weakness	Cost
✖	Recall: wiring harness fire risk BMW recalled G90 M5 vehicles because an incorrectly routed cockpit wiring harness can be damaged during cabin filter replacement. Short circuit can lead to fire. KBA 16187R. Symptoms: Air conditioning fault after cabin filter replacement, smoke from the dashboard Ad wiring loom BMW M5 G90 Cockpit	Medium
!	PHEV additional weight impairs driving dynamics The M5 G90 weighs around 2,435 kg as a PHEV — approximately 500 kg more than the predecessor F90. In tight corners the car pushes over the front wheels. The PHEV system is still very young; long-term data is lacking. Symptoms: Vehicle pushes over the front wheels in tight corners, increased tyre wear, vehicle requires more planning when braking. Ad BMW M5 G90 tyre BMW G90 Fahrwerk BMW M5 G90 Bremse	Medium
!	Recall: steering spindle can break An incorrectly manufactured double universal joint in the steering spindle can break and lead to stiff or jerky steering. KBA 14353R. Symptoms: Stiff or jerky steering movements, more difficult vehicle response in corners Ad Lenkspindel BMW M5 G90 Doppelkreuzgelenk G90	Medium

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Known Problems and Issues

A total of 30 weaknesses have been documented for the BMW M5 G90 (2024–2026) — 24 engine-related and 6 vehicle-related. Typical issues affect Other, Electronics, Brakes, Suspension. Considered reliable: S68B44 (4.4L V8 Biturbo Mild-Hybrid), BMW-Gen5-Dual (Elektromotor Gen5 Dual).

What to watch out for with the BMW M5? See the detailed listing of all engine and vehicle weaknesses in the sections above.

Frequently Asked Questions

What problems and weaknesses does the BMW M5 G90 have? +

The BMW M5 G90 has 24 known engine weaknesses and 6 vehicle weaknesses.

What should I look for when buying a used BMW M5 G90? +

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Which engine is recommended? +

Good choice: S68B44 (4.4L V8 Biturbo Mild-Hybrid), BMW-Gen5-Dual (Elektromotor Gen5 Dual). The most reliable engine is the BMW-Gen5-Dual (Elektromotor Gen5 Dual) with the lowest risk score. The most fun to drive is the S68B44 (4.4L V8 Biturbo Mild-Hybrid).

Which BMW M5 G90 engine is the most reliable? +

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Which BMW M5 G90 engine is the most fun? +

The {code} ({displacement}) offers the most driving fun in the BMW M5 G90 — rated: "Fun to Drive!". {description} Straight-line the fastest thing BMW has ever sold as an M5. In corners you feel every one of the 2,450 kilograms. The G90 is a technical marvel and an impressively fast car — but not an M5 that invites corner-carving. Those wanting to commute electrically and leave everything standing on the motorway: perfect. Those looking for a driver's-experience M5: take the F90.

Is the BMW M5 G90 worth buying used? +

The BMW M5 G90 is a good choice as a used car — 2 of 3 engine variants are rated 'Good Choice'.

What horsepower variants are available for the BMW M5 G90? +

The BMW M5 G90 is available with engine variants from 286 to 660 hp. Petrol: S68B44 (4.4L V8 Biturbo Mild-Hybrid), B58B30 (3.0L Turbo).

Last updated: February 2026 · All information without guarantee