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2005 BMW X5 repairs by problem area
Engine (33%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (14%)
Brakes and Traction Control (4%)
Suspension and Steering (13%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (27%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (1%)
Other (9%)
Chart based on 159 repairs.
2005 BMW X5 repair cost distribution
$2500+ (7%)
$1000 - $2499 (18%)
$500 - $999 (21%)
$100 - $499 (31%)
< $100 (22%)
Chart based on 121 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2005 BMW X5
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| BMW X5 in California, United States Nov 2010 - Jun 2011 | |||
| Dec 201073000 miUS $440 | Temperature gauge began to show sporadic high temperature. Tech replaced the thermostat unit. Also, changed oil and filter at my request | ||
| BMW X5 in Washington, United States Jul 2015 - Aug 2015 | |||
| Aug 2015103000 miUS $1215 | coolant tank and radiator replaced | ||
2005 BMW X5 4dr SUV
355-horsepower 4.8L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| BMW X5 in New York, United States Mar 2010 - Jun 2018 | |||
| Mar 201359000 mi | Replaced tie-rod ends. | ||
| Aug 201359300 miUS $4500 | One airstrut broke, requiring both to be replaced, and after a more careful examination, several other related parts also needed to be replaced including a wheel. Additionally, the drivers side rearview mirror broke . | ||
| Jan 201458000 mi | Oil pan leak. | ||
| Mar 201463000 miUS $2000 | another oil leak | ||
| May 201463900 miUS $4000 | Tailights require fully replacement. BUSHINGS. AXLE OIL LEAK | ||
| Mar 201568000 miUS $1800 | Electric Discharge with all systems off. Windshield wiper sensor draw "x" amps while off, rear brake light system dysfunction, and battery died. | ||
| Sep 201671000 miUS $1700 | Side light replacement. | ||
| Jun 201874000 miUS $39 | State Inspection, Oil Leak and or Burning Oil. | ||
| BMW X5 in Virginia, United States Jan 2010 - Apr 2013 | |||
| Feb 201040000 miUS $42 | TMPS issue. | ||
| Jun 201046000 mi | Air suspension issues, dealer reprogrammed EHC II module | ||
| Sep 201046000 miUS $1000 | Replaced rear height sensor and again reprogrammed ECH II module for Air-ride suspension. What a POS system. Next repair(if needed) is to remove the entire thing and go with a nice coil-over set up. | ||
| Dec 201046000 miUS $1900 | Full front control arms, tie-rod,end-links and ball joint replacement. 13 parts in total. BMW parts are the suck | ||
| Jan 201147000 miUS $300 | LR window regulator | ||
| Mar 201148000 miUS $1900 | The POS air ride suspension again... needed a new EHC II module. also a GT1 reprogram and ride height sensor. | ||
| Apr 201148000 miUS $250 | Rear park sensor | ||
| Jun 201149000 miUS $900 | Air ride fault (Suspension ECU) 900 bucks... btw when this goes it throws all the ABS into limp mode. | ||
| Jul 201149200 miUS $170 | Air fault again.. LF ride height sensor. | ||
| Oct 201150000 miUS $550 | Had the windshield replaced. Leaking water from the overhead into the shifter and finally puddling on the drivers floor. Thought the sunroof was the issue. After removing the headliner the sun roof was ok. 4hr job. | ||
| Nov 201151200 miUS $300 | Drivers window regulator is about to drop out. I have the part on hand (300 bucks) just in-case. I have a line of pixels out on the radio dislay, CD changer not recognized. Not worth fixing. | ||
| Dec 201155000 miUS $400 | Window regulator and glass clips. | ||
| Apr 201257200 mi | Transfer case errors.... Cleaned connector on main harness and reset ecu with GT1. Re-programed with latest software for trans and transfer | ||
| Jul 201258200 miUS $110 | Drivers door handle stopped working. Had to roll down window to open drivers door. | ||
| Dec 201261000 miUS $800 | Transfer case issue. Needed to replace the Servo gear Due to poor lock-up, shuttering, screech sounds. | ||
| Apr 201362000 mi | Trans errors and torque converter locking issues. Caveat emptor in this POS | ||
2005 BMW X5 4dr SUV
315-horsepower 4.4L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| BMW X5 in New Mexico, United States Jul 2015 - Jun 2018 | |||
| Oct 2017129000 miUS $200 | Intermittent battery discharge. On going problem. No issues if driven daily, but battery fully discharges if car sits over 24 hours. | ||
| Dec 2017127800 miUS $400 | Battery replaced, computer reprogram. Diagnostics. | ||
| BMW X5 in Maryland, United States Mar 2014 - Dec 2017 | |||
| Apr 201470300 miUS $500 | window not working | ||
| Dec 201584000 miUS $772 | Pulleys for serpentine belt were squealing. | ||
| Oct 201693500 miUS $750 | Self-level system is inactive | ||
| Jun 201796000 miUS $2600 | Oil leak through gaskets | ||
| Oct 201799000 miUS $1500 | Worn pads, rotors Cooling system hose leak | ||
| BMW X5 in Missouri, United States Dec 2012 - Dec 2016 | |||
| Jun 201280000 miUS $900 | replaced blower motor | ||
| Oct 201282000 miUS $600 | drivers side window regulator and drivers side door handle | ||
| Aug 201385000 miUS $1600 | shaking when braking replaced tie rods and rotors | ||
| Dec 201387000 miUS $300 | overflow tank leaking | ||
| Mar 201488000 miUS $400 | power steering hoses | ||
| Sep 201489000 mi | driver side power mirror quit working shop says will have to find a whole new mirror with motor passenger side door handle broke | ||
| Dec 201489000 miUS $800 | BRAKE BOOSTER FAILED | ||
| Feb 201591300 mi | valve cover gasket leaking | ||
| May 201595000 miUS $585 | valve cover gasket | ||
| Dec 201598000 miUS $50 | rear taillight housing was bad. replaced | ||
| Feb 201698300 miUS $500 | valve cover gaskets and tune up | ||
| Oct 2016106000 miUS $950 | alternator and battery replaced | ||
| Dec 2016106000 mi | blown head gasket | ||
| BMW X5 in Tennessee, United States Feb 2013 - Oct 2013 | |||
| Mar 201360000 miUS $1635 | lower oil pan gasket, alternator/voltage regulator, one front cv joint cover. | ||
| BMW X5 in California, United States Sep 2015 - Sep 2016 | |||
| Dec 2015100000 miUS $1120 | Lower cooling hose had to be replaced. Leasking Power steering hoses were replaced. Oil Leaks | ||
| Mar 2016104000 miUS $1500 | Had to replace the water pump and the thermostat housing along with some more hoses. Alternator and battery had to be replaced. | ||
| Apr 2016105000 miUS $860 | Alternator bracket started leaking | ||
| Jul 2016110000 miUS $1400 | Yet more oil leaks, and valve cover gaskets are leaking all over. | ||
| BMW X5 in California, United States Mar 2016 - Jan 2017 | |||
| Jan 2017US $2500 | Transmission failed | ||
| BMW X5 in California, United States Feb 2016 - Mar 2016 | |||
| Feb 2016103000 miUS $500 | Transmission problem, loss of power. Repair cost is very high, and result can't be guaranteed. Repair has not be finished yet. | ||
| BMW X5 in Florida, United States Mar 2011 - Sep 2012 | |||
| Jun 201281000 miUS $200 | Alternator | ||
| Aug 201281000 miUS $110 | Bad Fuel Tank evaporator purge valve | ||
| BMW X5 in California, United States Mar 2017 - Sep 2017 | |||
| Aug 201779000 miUS $300 | Oil leak into intake. Bought by a mechanic, who had to replace the valve seals. | ||
| BMW X5 in British Columbia, Canada Nov 2011 - May 2015 | |||
| Dec 201138440 miC $450 | Service Engine Soon light came on. Computer could not detect reason. Reset and had a 60,000 km oil change. | ||
| Feb 201457000 miC $600 | Check engine light came on. Could not find fault. Suggested inserting fuel jet cleaning additive to fuel. Did this for two tank fill-ups. Check engine light has remained off and vehicle passed B.C. Aircare inspection. | ||
| Oct 201461480 miC $600 | Engine ran rough on morning start. "Engine Service" light came on. Shop could not diagnose problem. Reset light and ran two bottles of Fuel jet cleanser through system. Looked good but beginning of Jan 2015 same problem. | ||
| BMW X5 in Alberta, Canada Mar 2010 - Feb 2012 | |||
| May 201023940 miC $350 | Tail light/brake light not working properly. Dealer told me it was due to me changing the bulb. A circuit board had to be changed which my extended coverage warranty and the factory warranty did not cover. During start up sometimes the vehicle can take 5-15 seconds to actually start after the key is turned. Attempt to solve, dealer ordered two relay wires to the starter that they will install at a later date. They stated fix is unlikely. Xenon headlights in auto on mode do not function properly, they flicker randomly. Dealer stated they could not duplicate the problem. When vehicle was returned to me I duplicated the problem in under 5 minutes. | ||
| Jan 201135340 miC $150 | CEL started to flash on cold start up. Misfire codes, engine very rough, common problem. Ran okay for next 3 days until into shop. Not covered by extended warranty. Updated crankcase ventilation valve on left side per TSB. More update than complete "fix." Check engine light code p115a for low fuel or fuel delivery problem. Car was holding rpm at idle at 2000rpm and when in gear vehicle felt like the throttle was stuck down a bit. Check engine light came on and read code and cleared it. | ||
| Mar 201137200 mi | Shudder sometimes when started. Crank case valve (oil separator) taken apart and checked for oil sludge build up, passenger side full of gunk after only 3 months, cleaned it out. Driver side no build up. Checked 3 days later and more build up. | ||
| Nov 201147740 miC $3000 | Spring and cap from oil pump came into oil filter housing. Noticed during oil change. Must replace whole oil pump. 3-4000$ job. Waiting on extended warranty to see if it's covered. Technical service bulletin on issue. No recall. BMW sucks. | ||
| Dec 201148360 miC $250 | CV boots worn bad in front right and left outer. Extended warranty should cover. Cost estimated 800-1000$, one day in shop. Update: learned no repair needed. | ||
| Feb 201248360 miC $150 | I did the accessory belts and tensioners myself at cost of about $150 because the tensioners were squeaking at any temp below 0 degrees C. It took about 35 minutes max. (dealer $600). I did not repair the crank case valve issue that KEPT coming up even after the update. Needed another update apparently. Did not repair the valvetronic rouge idle that was finished jan 2011. No symptoms aside from rough idle. | ||
| BMW X5 in Maine, United States Nov 2010 - Apr 2011 | |||
| Apr 201165000 miUS $300 | Squealing belt and also spongy brakes | ||
| BMW X5 in South Carolina, United States Aug 2010 - Jun 2011 | |||
| Sep 201099000 miUS $50 | Front outer CV boots replaced both sides | ||
| BMW X5 in Washington, United States May 2008 - Jun 2011 | |||
| Sep 200830000 mi | Transmission replaced due to hard downshift. Updated flash did not repair so BMW made the call to replace the transmission. Did not affect drivability but was annoying. Repaired under warranty. | ||
| Jun 201060000 miUS $50 | indicator light on for maint., alignment ($150), coolant flush ($150) not include in maint, front ball bearing replaced (entire control arm replaced per BMW warranty) $50 deductible | ||
| Jun 201173000 mi | Heated steering wheel replaced, CV boot replaced, belts and tensioner replaced Got car back after steering wheel replaced, AC not working, took shop two days to find the loose wire and reattach, AC now working | ||
2005 BMW X5 4dr SUV
225-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed manual AWD
| BMW X5 in California, United States Nov 2011 - Feb 2014 | |||
| Feb 201286700 miUS $550 | CV Boot bushing and threshold bushing. | ||
| Feb 2014107000 mi | As I was driving I noticed suddenly my RPM went high over 4000, but my X5 wasn't going very fast (30mph) and trans' light turns on. I pulled over and turn the car off. After I started back on and then it was ok. It happened couple of times. | ||
| BMW X5 in Florida, United States Jul 2011 - Dec 2016 | |||
| Aug 201199000 miUS $2200 | Service Engine Light kept coming on. Replaced two o2 sensors, Mass Air Flow Meter, Thermostat, Cleaned Throttle Body. Problem was Purge Value - needed replacement. | ||
| Dec 2012115000 miUS $2500 | Engine flooded with oil. Oil Gasket broken. | ||
| Dec 2014128000 miUS $980 | Transmission fluid leak. Coolant tank crack. | ||
| May 2016147000 miUS $250 | Car was emitting a lot of white smoke when started. | ||
2005 BMW X5 4dr SUV
225-horsepower 3.0L I6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| BMW X5 in New York, United States Dec 2014 - Jul 2015 | |||
| Jan 2015US $48 | Had to replace gear in transfer case actuator motor | ||
| Jul 2015100000 miUS $90 | replaced idler pulley and tensioner pulley because the idler pulley was squealing pretty bad and replaced both pulleys as a preventative measure | ||
| BMW X5 in Quebec, Canada Sep 2010 - Apr 2013 | |||
| Nov 201075640 miC $1400 | Brought in for check of non working ac. They put in a colored liquid to detect if there was a leak. At the same time, dealer found a leaking seal on transmission and the strap belt had to be replaced ,steering hose to be changed....wow! Dealer had told me that ac motor was to be changed. Car only has 122km (70k miles)! Cost of ac motor: $1400 plus installation. What a joke! Every time I bring in for oil change, it costs me over $1000 on various stupid little things..... | ||
| Dec 201179360 mi | Fricken BMW, we pay such a high price for German Engineering and my car with only 127,000 km (79000miles) and the AC compressor dies out, and I live in Montreal, where we only use it like 5 mths a year! Parts: Dealer $1300; ebay new $385 The odometer shows 999999km ? What the hell! S--- box BMW's. I thought I was gonna have no problems with these cars. I am really sorry for having bought this vehicle. I should have gone with my first instinct the GMC yukon denali. :-( | ||
| BMW X5 in Kansas, United States Dec 2014 - Jun 2021 | |||
| Dec 2016236000 miUS $500 | Power steering hose replacement | ||
| Jun 2017244000 miUS $250 | Replaced front brake rotors | ||
| Sep 2017246000 miUS $527 | Replaced electric window actuator | ||
| Dec 2017249000 miUS $450 | Replaced drivers window actuator and guides | ||
| BMW X5 in Finland Dec 2015 - Jan 2017 | |||
| Feb 2016120220 mi€400 | Diesel engine run too cool mostly under 70 degC. Thermostat was replaced and EGR underpressure pipe was replaced | ||
| BMW X5 in Connecticut, United States Jan 2013 - Sep 2017 | |||
| Feb 201494000 miUS $166 | TEMPERATURE SENSOR | ||
| Jul 201496300 miUS $4000 | Rebuilt transmission | ||
| Aug 201496900 miUS $2010 | Oil leaks, valve cover gasket power steering leaks cv boot and axle | ||
| May 2015100300 miUS $550 | Replaced window regulator. | ||
| Mar 2017116000 miUS $450 | Broken door handle | ||
| BMW X5 in Colorado, United States Jan 2010 - Jun 2011 | |||
| May 201058000 miUS $295 | rear headlight assembly corroded and rusted, ostensibly from car washes (allegedly). | ||
| BMW X5 in British Columbia, Canada May 2008 - Jun 2011 | |||
| Jul 200842160 miC $185 | Replace air filter & turn off check engine light off code # P1419 - secondary mass air sensor needed cleaning. | ||
| Jun 201058900 miC $2000 | Service engine light came on. Shop scanner came up with code. P1416 replaced part 2 months later part failed again. replaced part same code would not clear. sold car | ||
| BMW X5 in Indiana, United States Jul 2010 - Sep 2015 | |||
| Feb 201198000 miUS $650 | Driver's side door handle mechanism broke. Initially, we thought it was the Bowden cable, but it turned out to be the door handle itself. Replaced bad thermostat. We replaced the aux. air pump last year, but still got a code for it. Determined that aux. air pump relay was intermittent, so we replaced it. Left front CV boot was split, so we replaced both left and right. Windshield washer reservoir hose grommet is leaking. Shop didn't have part, so we'll attempt repair at a later date. | ||
| Nov 2011103000 miUS $270 | Washer fluid was leaking from one of the pumps, so it was replaced. Replaced both front turn signal assemblies, as cannot replace burned out bulbs separately. | ||
| Dec 2012104000 miUS $750 | The brake lines had rusted through, causing the brakes to fail. | ||
| Aug 2015107000 mi | I've attempted to fill the refrigerant, but found that the compressor isn't running. Took it to a shop, but they don't have the proper diagnostic equipment and could not complete the repair. | ||
| BMW X5 in Texas, United States Jun 2011 - Jun 2017 | |||
| Aug 201186000 miUS $400 | A/c motor module failure delayed start Problem has not been solved Front turn light bad socket, 3 hours labor required manufactures defect Front drivers side window motor failure | ||
| Mar 201397000 mi | Too many constant COSTLY electrical issues DO NOT BUY A BMW X5 Cost per mile probhitive | ||
| Apr 201398000 mi | Passenger side widow regulator would not allow window to come up again (Repaired in warranty once), new regulator and motor required, back brake light keeps burning out- needs complete assembly replaced as it was during warranty | ||
| Mar 2014128000 miUS $757 | replace 2 window washer pumps Repair passenger side door that would not open Replace air intake valve on engine $200. Always something costing $200 to 500 | ||
| Jun 2014133000 miUS $400 | Changed filter and oil | ||
| Jul 2015168000 miUS $487 | Out side door handle wouls not open door | ||
| BMW X5 in Indiana, United States Jan 2011 - Mar 2012 | |||
| Apr 201156300 miUS $2250 | car also needed power steering line replaced, belts replaced | ||
| BMW X5 in Florida, United States Mar 2011 - Jun 2018 | |||
| Jun 201292000 miUS $800 | Battery repeatedly discharged. Found wiring in the trunk that was grounding on the body. Likely caused by an earlier repair. Repaired it. | ||
| Oct 201296000 miUS $3000 | Bushings replaced Both front cv boots torn | ||
| Feb 2013101300 miUS $500 | Oil filter housing gasket leaking. Accessory pulley needed to be replaced. | ||
| Aug 2013105000 miUS $25 | Tail light bulb socket was replaced | ||
| Jan 2014101200 miUS $700 | Water pump failure | ||
| Nov 2016137900 miUS $250 | A driver's side CV boot was torn and leaking. Others show evidence of dry rot. Both front axles replaced. Replaced leaking Valve Cover gasket | ||
| Sep 2017146300 miUS $225 | Brake wear indicator worn; replaced indicator, rotors, and pads. | ||
| Jun 2018147000 miUS $130 | Replaced leaking coolant overflow tank | ||
| BMW X5 in Tennessee, United States Dec 2013 - Jun 2015 | |||
| Dec 201381000 miUS $800 | Driver door handle will not open door from exterior. | ||
| BMW X5 in Virginia, United States Jun 2012 - Jan 2013 | |||
| Jul 201288700 miUS $1200 | AC stopped blowing cold air. Diagnosed by the shop as AC condenser fan failure. Had the fan replaced, which fixed the problem. | ||
| Sep 201292000 miUS $250 | Air intake hose dry-rotted from age. Failed while in the shop for an oil change. | ||
| BMW X5 in Florida, United States Jul 2013 - Sep 2014 | |||
| Aug 201361700 miUS $1038 | radiator cooling fan had to be replaced, when this fan goes bad ac compressor won't start | ||
| BMW X5 in Minnesota, United States Nov 2010 - Dec 2013 | |||
| Sep 2011112000 miUS $350 | Car repeatedly won't start after sitting for a couple of weeks, battery fine. Possible small power draw. Left vehicle overnight, performed draw test, was within spec. Did no repairs. Left front door not opening and locking properly intermittently. Needed to replace door motor, part ordered for repair on another date. Left front door not opening and locking properly, intermittently. Replaced left front door motor. Repair successful. | ||
| BMW X5 in Illinois, United States Mar 2013 - Apr 2013 | |||
| Apr 2013105000 miUS $1000 | Leaking water pump | ||
2005 BMW X5 4-door
turbocharged 4-cylinder diesel automatic AWD
| BMW X5 in New Zealand Apr 2010 - Jun 2011 | |||
| May 201071920 mi$1650 | Intermitently unable to start. Been checked by dealer twice but unable to rectify problem. Changed fuel pump but still no improvement. Found remedy on forum was battery replacement. | ||
2005 BMW X5 4-door
6-cylinder automatic AWD
| BMW X5 in California, United States Jan 2012 - Feb 2012 | |||
| Feb 201289000 miUS $35 | replaced windshield washer fluid pump | ||
2004.5 BMW X5 4-door
turbocharged 6-cylinder diesel automatic AWD
| BMW in Queensland, Australia Feb 2010 - Jul 2012 | |||
| Apr 201058280 mi | Door handle carrier broke. Pixel on MID dead | ||
| Oct 201065100 miA $4000 | When through pothole. Caused rear axle shaft to fall off rear diff. Told need new diff which cost AUD$3800 plus $365 labour charge. Currently claim through insurance to cover accidental damage due to pot hole damage coz Mechanical fail | ||
| Oct 201174400 miA $100 | Rear tail light fault. Apparently a common problem for E53 X5. Dealership initially recommended a new light assembly @ $500AUD but I refused. They later on clean out the contact to fix problem. | ||
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