The 2021 BMW M5 has 11 electrical parts with verified fitment on this page — 3 part types and 9 brands, covering the 4.4L V8 Turbocharged engine. Each part includes a manufacturer part number and application notes.
The electrical system on the 2021 BMW M5 covers charging, starting and the sensors and modules the vehicle relies on, from alternator and starter to oxygen sensors. All 11 listed parts are Starter Motor (5 parts), Lighting Control Module (LCM) (3 parts) and Parking Aid Sensor (3 parts).
Every part on this page is matched to the 4.4L V8 Turbocharged — the only engine offered in the 2021 BMW M5.
The most listed brands for 2021 BMW M5 electrical parts are MARELLI (3 parts), VEMO (1 part) and DORMAN (1 part), plus 6 more brands. Quality grades include Remanufactured and New.
1 part on this 2021 BMW M5 page carries a "Popular" badge — the source catalog's flag for options frequently chosen for this vehicle — PURE ENERGY 12453 (Starter Motor). Click any part number to see every vehicle that part fits.
Lighting Control Module (LCM)
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MARELLI | LRE568 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | LED | View on Amazon |
| MARELLI | LRE570 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | LED | View on Amazon |
| VEMO | V20730307 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Base Model | View on Amazon |
This table covers the modules that control the exterior lighting.
3 Lighting Control Module (LCM) parts are listed for the 2021 BMW M5, from MARELLI and VEMO.
Part numbers include MARELLI LRE568, MARELLI LRE570 and VEMO V20730307.
Parking Aid Sensor
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DORMAN | 684134 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Black | View on Amazon |
| MARELLI | SDP125 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Fits Right | View on Amazon |
| STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS | PPS183 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Black | View on Amazon |
This table covers the ultrasonic park-aid sensors in the bumper. Typical signs include a warning lamp, a stored code, or a reading that drops out when the harness is wiggled. Inspect the connector and ground before replacing the sensor — wiring faults are often condemned as bad sensors.
3 Parking Aid Sensor parts are listed for the 2021 BMW M5, from DORMAN, MARELLI and STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS.
Listed part numbers: DORMAN 684134, MARELLI SDP125 and STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS PPS183.
Starter Motor
New
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WAI GLOBAL | 16430N | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | View on Amazon |
Remanufactured
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PURE ENERGY Popular | 12453 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Remanufactured | View on Amazon |
| FVP | 12453 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Remanufactured | View on Amazon |
| REMY | 16304 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Remanufactured | View on Amazon |
| TERREPOWER | 16430 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Remanufactured | View on Amazon |
This table covers the starter motors that crank the engine. Typical signs include no motion, a squeal, or a motor that only runs on one speed. Confirm power, ground and the control module before replacing the motor.
5 Starter Motor parts are listed for the 2021 BMW M5, from WAI GLOBAL, PURE ENERGY, FVP and 2 other brands. PURE ENERGY 12453 carries the "Popular" badge.
In the New grade, WAI GLOBAL supplies 1 part: brand-new units rather than rebuilt ones. A representative part number is WAI GLOBAL 16430N.
In the Remanufactured grade, PURE ENERGY, FVP, REMY and 1 other brand supply 4 parts: factory-rebuilt units with new wear components. A representative part number is PURE ENERGY 12453.
Part numbers include PURE ENERGY 12453 and WAI GLOBAL 16430N, among others listed above.
Buying Electrical Parts for a 2021 BMW M5
On this vehicle, the electrical system covers charging, starting and the sensors and modules the vehicle relies on, from alternator and starter to oxygen sensors.
- Confirm you have the 4.4L V8 Turbocharged engine — every part on this page is matched to it.
- Read the notes on each row for position, trim and spec qualifiers before you order.
- Where labor overlaps, clean or renew the battery terminals and grounds with any charging-system repair.
- Cross-reference the manufacturer part number against your old part or a service-manual listing.
Start with the largest groups on this page: Starter Motor and Lighting Control Module (LCM) .
Frequently Asked Questions
How many electrical parts fit the 2021 BMW M5?
Our catalog currently lists 11 electrical parts for the 2021 BMW M5 across 3 subcategories and 9 brands, covering the 4.4L V8 Turbocharged engine. Each part is matched to the engine(s) it fits.
What are the signs of electrical problems on a 2021 BMW M5?
Common symptoms include slow cranking on cold mornings, a battery light that flickers, dim lights at idle, or a check-engine code pointing at a sensor circuit. If you notice any of these, identify the affected subcategory above and cross-reference the part numbers listed.
What should I replace at the same time?
Where labor overlaps, clean or renew the battery terminals and grounds with any charging-system repair.
What do the market flags (US, CA, MX) on each part mean?
They show the market for which the manufacturer published application data for that part — where the vehicle was first sold, not where the part was made. If your 2021 BMW M5 was originally sold in the US, the safest choice is a part marked for the US market.
How do I make sure a part fits my 2021 BMW M5?
Every part on this page is matched to the 4.4L V8 Turbocharged engine. Then test before replacing — a failed alternator and a bad ground can look identical, and sensors are frequently condemned for wiring faults. The notes column carries position and trim qualifiers where they apply.
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