2016 BMW 5 Series: common problems and reliability
· F10HAn average 5 Series year.
249 owner complaints, most about electrical system. No recalls.
Should I buy a 2016 5 Series?The 2016 BMW 5 Series has 249 owner-filed NHTSA complaints and 0 recalls on record. The most-reported areas are electrical system and engine and engine cooling. Owners most often flag n20 four-cylinder engine reliability problems, including oil consumption and various "little issues".
Safety record for the 2016 model year
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for 2016 BMW 5 Series vehicles (US, public record).
The Year Score compares this year with other 5 Series years only. How we score it
Is 2016 a good year for the 5 Series?
Across the 30 5 Series model years we track, complaint volume runs from 17 (2022) to 1,947 (2011). With 249 complaints, the 2016 5 Series sits above the model's median of 111.
These are raw NHTSA complaint totals, not adjusted for how many cars sold or how long each model year has been on the road. Older and higher-selling years accumulate more complaints.
Where owners report problems
What owners report on the F10H 5 Series
Owner sentiment toward the 2013-2016 F10H 5 Series is sharply divided by engine choice.
- Very frequentN20 four-cylinder engine reliability problems, including oil consumption and various "little issues"
- RecurrentN63 V8 engine catastrophic failure risk, described as a $17,000 replacement
- RecurrentCoolant system leaks requiring expensive replacement of tank
Water pump, thermostat, sensors, and hoses.
- RecurrentHigh maintenance costs for aging vehicles, with typical big repairs costing $1,000-$3,000 or more
- IsolatedDrive shaft flex disc wear
Owner insights for the F10H 5 Series. Read the full F10H owner report.
Typical used price
Used 5 Series listings typically run $13,000–$30,593.
Other 5 Series model years
Compare every 5 Series year side by side to see how 2016 ranks against the rest.
Compare the 5 Series against its rivals
Looking at a specific car?
We're building a full check by VIN: the exact trim and engine, its known problems and recalls, what to inspect, a fair price, and how it compares with its rivals. Get an email when it's ready.
One email when it launches. Unsubscribe any time. Privacy