Vehicles Affected: Approximately 850 model-year 2018 BMW M5 luxury performance sedans
The Problem: In certain driving conditions, the engine control unit software may cause the fuel pump to stop, stalling the vehicle and increasing the risk of a crash.
The Fix: Dealers will update the engine control software for free.
What Owners Should Do: BMW will begin notifying owners July 6. Owners can call the automaker at 800-525-7417, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s vehicle-safety hotline at 888-327-4236 or visit its website check their vehicle identification number and learn more.
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