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Pre-purchase inspection checklist — 1997 BMW 5 Series

NHTSA data on file today

The 1997 BMW 5 Series has 3 NHTSA recall campaigns and 1 owner complaint on file as of November 3, 2026. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.

Recall campaigns on file

NHTSA #19E058000 Steering Rod May Detach from Wheel Knuckle NHTSA notice
NHTSA #06E023000 FMVSS 108/HEADLAMP/AMBER SIDE REFLEX REFLECTOR NHTSA notice
NHTSA #04V183000 BMW/FRONT SPRING STRUT PLATE NHTSA notice

Most-cited components in owner complaints

Air Bags 1 complaint

Recall notices and owner complaints for the 1997 BMW 5 Series

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