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2008 BMW X5 Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs)

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01/08/16 NHTSA ID: 10058994
TSB ID: SIB-01-05-15

BMW: tsb contains an owner's notification letter. select document search button below. information provided regarding the extension of limited warranty on the in tank fuel (pump) delivery module of 10 years without mileage limitation, de
06/05/15 NHTSA ID: 10057527
TSB ID: SIB-16-16-14

BMW: selective catalyst reduction module (scr) has a stored fault, pressure build up is low, causing service engine soon light to illuminate. *
11/08/13 NHTSA ID: 10053585
TSB ID: SIB-17-02-09

BMW: oil leaks from the air hose on turbocharger. this is designated for e70, and e90 models with m57y diesel engines. service engine soon lamp may be illuminated.
07/17/13 NHTSA ID: 10052360
TSB ID: SIB-24-03-13

BMW: some vehicle engines may experience a delay in response to acceleration, after slowing down, due to an unfavorable software calibration. models f10, 25, 07, e70, 71. no model years listed.
03/05/13 NHTSA ID: 10051419
TSB ID: SIB160712

BMW: service action: replace the left and right fuel level sensor. due to high proportion of ethanol in the fuel, the internal mechanisms of the fuel level sensors may swell. this may inhibit the movement of one or both of the fuel level se
03/05/13 NHTSA ID: 10051299
TSB ID: SIB-010511

BMW: see document search button for owner letter. n52k engine dmtl pump: emissions warranty extensions to 10 years/120,000 miles. BMW has become aware of a potential problem with the durability of the tank leak diagnostic module (dmtl) pu
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10/31/12 NHTSA ID: 10046859
TSB ID: SIB-11-08-12

BMW: due to damaged seal ring, during assembly, engine oil is leaking from engine oil pump volume control valve gasket seal ring. models e70, e71, f01, f02, f04, f07, f10, f12, f13. no model years listed.
10/31/12 NHTSA ID: 10046860
TSB ID: SIB-16-07-12

BMW: fuel gauge shows 3/4 full after refueling due to internal mechanisms of fuel level sensors, with a high proportion of ethanol, swelling and inhibit, one or both, movement of fuel level sensors. model 2007-2009 e70, e71.
10/31/12 NHTSA ID: 10046861
TSB ID: SIB-18-02-12

BMW: see document search button for owner letter. the replacing and/or checking of emissions monitoring components to increase emissions stability, high pressure (hp) egr valve restriction of excessive soot and improved diesel exhaust f
08/27/12 NHTSA ID: 10045282
TSB ID: SIB-11-07-12

BMW: while driving vehicle, at times would be rough running; white or blue smoke seen exiting exhaust system and the engine oil is consumed above specifications. updated 1/11/13.
08/27/12 NHTSA ID: 10045283
TSB ID: SIB-12-14-12

BMW: experiencing loss of engine power, service engine soon lamp is illuminated, a noise, like rattling, coming from engine compartment. updated 10/31/12. models 2010 e70, 71, 82, 88, 90, 92, 93, f07, 10, 12, 13, 25.
06/04/12 NHTSA ID: 10044281
TSB ID: RC-11V-521

BMW: see document search button for owner letter. on certain model year 2008-2011 vehicles, a defect involving the electric auxiliary water pump can over heat or fail to cool engine and fire may occur in vehicle or engine compartment.
04/23/12 NHTSA ID: 10043713
TSB ID: SIB-16-01-12

BMW: a more robust sensor was developed due to selective catalyst reduction (scr) active tank failing, because of temperature sensor, and is integrated into active tank.
09/30/11 NHTSA ID: 10041407
TSB ID: SIB-12-16-11

BMW: service engine soon light is on and the engine has reduced power with trouble codes stored. updated on 4/24/2013.
09/26/11 NHTSA ID: 10041276
TSB ID: TS-12-19-10

BMW: service engine soon light is on with a fault code stored. internal dmtl pump failure.
09/13/11 NHTSA ID: 10040852
TSB ID: SIB-12-15-11

BMW: the service engine soon light is on. there are trouble codes stored for the crankshaft sensor. no driveability issues.
08/24/11 NHTSA ID: 10040368
TSB ID: CN-10E-A02

BMW service campaign: see document search button for owner letter. there may be a problem with the fuel pump which could not meet emissions requirements. there may be a long crank and a service engine soon light.
08/10/11 NHTSA ID: 10039768
TSB ID: SIB-16-08-10

BMW: after refueling the tank, the gauge will say 3/4 full inand not full. the guage reads full after driving a little while. the fuel level sensor arm is binding. updated 9/30/11.
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06/10/11 NHTSA ID: 10038217
TSB ID: SIB-11-03-08

BMW: crankcase pressure diagnosis and information for all vehicles. updated on 4/24/2013.
05/04/11 NHTSA ID: 10037076
TSB ID: SIB-16-01-09

BMW: there is an extraction and refilling process for the desiel exhaust fluid. e70 and e90 models.
04/27/11 NHTSA ID: 10037010
TSB ID: SIB-11-08-03

BMW: six different models equipped with the m54 engine could have valve covers break in cold weather and ruin the engine. this is due to moisture accumulation.
04/25/11 NHTSA ID: 10036979
TSB ID: SIB-32-04-07

BMW: a new technical process has been created for BMW to identify causes of steering complaints with a wide range of models.
04/25/11 NHTSA ID: 10036981
TSB ID: SIB-16-03-10

BMW: warning message on about low diesel exhaust fuel level and that the engine will not restart within 999 miles. the light comes on a few thousand miles earlier than a recommended oil change.
04/25/11 NHTSA ID: 10036984
TSB ID: SIB-13-02-10

BMW: it is now possible to perform a fuel quality detection test on vehicles with an n54 engine.
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04/25/11 NHTSA ID: 10036982
TSB ID: SIB-13-07-10

BMW: there is a rough engine idle and "service engine soon light" when driving downhill in high altitudes during cold weather. there may be six different fault codes.
02/07/11 NHTSA ID: 10035009
TSB ID: SIB-16-04-10

BMW vehicle: teileclearing for diagnostic module tank leakage (dmtl) system. teileclearing process has been developed to help identify the root causes of customer complaints relating to the dmtl system (e.g., evaporative system leaks, che
10/25/10 NHTSA ID: 10034189
TSB ID: SI-B-13-03-10

BMW: program control units. vehicles with m57y diesel engine. service engine soon lamp (mil) is illuminated erroneously. dde software error.
07/14/10 NHTSA ID: 10033130
TSB ID: SIB-16-02-09

BMW vehicles: fuel level sensor repairs. where it is necessary to replace the right or the left side fuel level sensor due to a failure, the entire pump and housing or delivery unit (suction jet assembly) do not need to be replaced as wel
05/21/10 NHTSA ID: 10032779
TSB ID: SIB-11-02-08

BMW vehicle: the service engine soon (mil) lamp is illuminated and a power reduction is clearly perceptible. this situation may occur after driving for some time with the engine already at full operating temperature. if the ignition is c
04/23/10 NHTSA ID: 10032646
TSB ID: SIB-12-26-09

BMW vehicles: edk throttle potentiometer faults-diagnosis. models e60, e63, e64, e65, e66, and e70. the service engine soon and dsc/dtc warning lamps are illuminated. the engine enters the power reduction (fail safe) mode.
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04/21/10 NHTSA ID: 10032642
TSB ID: SIB-13-02-09

BMW vehicles: diagnosis for low pressure fuel supply faults. the service engine soon lamp is illuminated (a fuel pump malfuction message is displayed in the cc), and a combination of the following fault codes may be stored in the dde cont
10/27/09 NHTSA ID: 10030612
TSB ID: SB-12-01-09

BMW vehicles: service engine soon lamp or check gas cap warning illuminated while driving. software error in the dme for the tank leak diagnostic system. models e60, e61 (5 series); e70 (x5); e71 (x6); e82, e88 (1 series); e83 (x3); e90,
10/27/09 NHTSA ID: 10030613
TSB ID: SB-12-18-09

BMW vehicles: program control units (dme-dmtl diagnosis). an incorrect tank leakage diagnosis may occur due to a software error. the service engine soon (mil) lamp may be illuminated with the dmtl leakage fault stored, even though there
07/13/09 NHTSA ID: 10029684
TSB ID: SI-B12-02-09

BMW: service engine soon lamp or the check gas cap warnings are illuminated while driving. when diagnosed, the dme has stored faults for small leak, micro leak, super fine leak, or large leak in relation to the tank ventilation or evaporati
07/10/09 NHTSA ID: 10029544
TSB ID: SI-B130209

BMW: diesel: diagnosis for low pressure fuel supply faults. service engine soon lamp is illuminated (a fuel pump malfunction message is displayed in the cc) and a combination of the following fault codes may be stored in the dde control mod
09/05/08 NHTSA ID: 10025775
TSB ID: SI B37-03-07

BMW: dynamic drive (ars) front sway bar repairs. e70 (x5) with sport package option code zsp.
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08/22/08 NHTSA ID: 10025586
TSB ID: SI B34 01 08

The parking brake warning is illuminated and fault code 6032 is stored. for model e70 (x5).
06/08/11 Transmission and Drivetrain NHTSA ID: 10037934
TSB ID: SIB-24-01-10

BMW: the emergency park release cable has been removed in these models and there is a procedure to disengage the park lock. 2011 e70/e71. updated on 06/08/2011. updated on 06/21/2011.
02/07/11 Transmission and Drivetrain NHTSA ID: 10035010
TSB ID: SIB-24-01-08

BMW vehicle: transmission warning light is illuminated and the transmission enters failsafe mode. fault code 4f81 (ratio monitoring, clutch a), in some cases combined with the subsequent faults 507b/507c (parking gear sensor implausible s
01/06/10 Transmission and Drivetrain NHTSA ID: 10031624
TSB ID: SI-B31-01-08

BMW: replacement of front outer cv joint. complaints of clicking or grinding noises coming from the front axle area when making a turn. the front outer constant velocity joint boot is split open and the joint is already damaged.
03/03/09 Transmission and Drivetrain NHTSA ID: 10028105
TSB ID: TSB-24-04-08

BMW: delayed engagement and harsh jolt when accelerating from a stop. harsh 1-2 upshift or jolt felt durng the 3-2 downshift own deceleration. model e70 (x5 3.0i) updated 06/08/11.
04/21/10 Brakes and Traction Control NHTSA ID: 10032641
TSB ID: SIB-34-03-07

BMW vehicles: dsc warning lamp illuminated. the dsc (dynamic stability control) warning lamp is illuminated and some or all of the following fault codes are stored: 6e58; 6e04; 53ba; d36f; 55c3; 6eca; and the wipers may also be operating
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05/14/18 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 10136745
TSB ID: B840214

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06/22/15 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 10057707
TSB ID: SI B65 04 14

BMW:some BMW models may or may not display airbag warning light. *ta
06/09/15 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 10057566
TSB ID: SIB-63-09-14

BMW: some vehicles, with 552 option, are experiencing a malfunction of led headlight on one where it flickers on an doff during driving and the control check message is indicating defective driving light or parking light.
09/02/14 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 10056099
TSB ID: SIB-84-03-14

BMW: when using iphone, various connectivity failures occur, such as disconnection of call, list of contacts incomplete, due to the variants and software used. model 2008-2014.
07/17/13 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 10052365
TSB ID: SIB-34-06-12

BMW: warning lamps are illuminated for the dsc, abs and brake and a possible warning in control display for chassis control system failure. models 2012 f25, 30, 01, 02, 07, 10, 12, 13, e70, 71, 84.
07/17/13 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 10052363
TSB ID: SIB-27-02-12

BMW: due to an error in software calibration, some vehicles are experiencing warning illumination of dsc, abs and brake and a possible warning in control display for chassis control system failure. models 2009-2012 f30, 01, 02, 07, 10, 12
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05/01/13 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 10052012
TSB ID: SIB-61-13-05

BMW: battery has an increased demand due to developemental process of the electrical system. this is causing the batter to need to undergo an energy diagnosis.
04/25/13 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 10051971
TSB ID: SIB-61-05-12

BMW: batter discharged because of unfavorable driving profile. this is caused on short trips (less than 3 miles) or when the telephone or entertainment system is used for up to 30 minutes while vehicle is stationary. models x5, x6 all mod
01/06/12 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 10042704
TSB ID: SIB-63-05-11

BMW: on certain vehicles, the xenon headlamp often have no trouble found when returned and tested thru warranty parts system. the root cause is not possible to be identify.
01/06/12 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 10042686
TSB ID: SIB-61-06-11

BMW: on certain vehicles, the jbe (junction box electronics) module fails programming during a software update of the vehicle.
11/08/11 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 10041804
TSB ID: SIB-63-04-10

BMW: the bulb has failed on the daytime running lamp.
08/16/11 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 10040177
TSB ID: SIB-63-10-09

BMW: the brake light fails and the bulb holder is deformed due to high temperatures and the composition of the holder. updated on 4/25/2013.
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08/15/11 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 10040048
TSB ID: SIB-63-11-10

BMW: water leaks into the tailgate lamp causing corrosion and can lead to electrical failure of the lamp. there will also be a warning light in the instrument cluster. e70.
08/15/11 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 10040044
TSB ID: SIB-12-09-11

BMW: there is a delayed throttle response when driving off with a high engine load. it occurs when it is hot outside, the a/c is switched on, and the wheel is turned slightly. there is a software problem. updated on 4/18/2013.
08/10/11 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 10039765
TSB ID: SIB-12-01-11

BMW: the service engine soon light is on while driving. this is a programming issue. updated 1/4/12. updated 4/24/12.
05/13/11 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 10037238
TSB ID: SIB-52-08-09

BMW: there are noises when adjusting the front driver or passenger seates.
05/04/11 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 10037078
TSB ID: SIB-65-36-09

BMW: the airbag warning lamp is illuminated due to a software error.
04/27/11 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 10037025
TSB ID: SIB-63-02-01

BMW: procedure for determining and replacing incandescent and halogen light bulbs under warranty.
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04/27/11 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 10037026
TSB ID: SIB-61-08-10

BMW: elctronically disconnecting the junction box without disconnecting the battery will cause damage to the rear power distribution box.
04/25/11 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 10036985
TSB ID: SIB-13-06-10

BMW: a service engine soon light comes on. the engine will only operate to 1500 rpms and lacks power. there is a software application error.
01/03/11 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 10034666
TSB ID: SI-B61-15-09

BMW: various electrical problems. on the vehicle, various electrical problems are possible. warning lamps illuminated in the instrument cluster; check control messages; systems inoperative; fuse blown; wipers in default mode (permanently o
07/02/10 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 10033085
TSB ID: SIB-24-03-08

BMW: complaint of a delayed engagement and a harsh jolt when accelerating from a stop. the situation occurs only during the engine warm up phase (cold engine), and cannot be reproduced in the sport mode. egs software-unfavorable nic cali
06/02/10 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 10032845
TSB ID: SIB-61-13-07

BMW vehicle: electronic malfunction cc message caused by shorted wiring. the electronic malfunction check control message may be displayed; the sounds system emits a static noise from the speakers; the rfk (rear view camera) does not pan;
05/21/10 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 10032781
TSB ID: SIB-12-09-08

BMW vehicle: driveability complaints due to cooling fan relay failure. the customer may complain of intermittent driveability problems, described as-engine is lacking power when accelerating uphill; transmission will not upshift under hea
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04/21/10 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 10032640
TSB ID: SIB-61-15-09

BMW vehicles: various electrical problems are possible on the vehicle: warning lamps illuminated in the instrument cluster; check control messages; systems inoperative; fuse blown; wipers in default mode (permanently on); and fault codes f
01/06/10 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 10031524
TSB ID: SI-B66-09-09

BMW: failure of remote control locking. intermittently or permanently, the remote control locking is inoperative. both remote keys are affected. in some cases, the parking brake warning is illuminated in the instrument cluster and fuse
10/30/09 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 10030624
TSB ID: SIB-12-17-09

BMW vehicle: water has entered electronics box because the lid is not properly fitted. once it is verified that water has indeed entered the electronics box, it will be necessary to replace both the lower part of the electronics box and t
09/22/08 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 10025983
TSB ID: SI B63-04-08

BMW: headlamp moisture: fault diagnostics. water or condensation in one or both headlamps. models 5 series, 6 series, 7 series, x5, x6, 1 series, and 3 series. model years 2000-20008.
04/27/11 Other NHTSA ID: 10037027
TSB ID: SIB-51-26-10

BMW: model e70 equipped with an automatic tailgate. the rear tailgate may not operate in either direction due to wiring damage.
10/25/10 Other NHTSA ID: 10034188
TSB ID: SI-B-13-04-10

BMW: replace charge air temperature sensor. vehicles with m57y diesel engine only. fault code 4c52 charging air temperature sensor, plausibility is stored. the charge air temperature sensor has failed.
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07/14/10 Other NHTSA ID: 10033132
TSB ID: SIB-17-03-09

BMW vehicles: n63 turbocharger auxiliary water pump faults. the service engine soon lamp is illuminated with the following fault codes stored in the dme control module. turbocharger coolant pump, control line, electric, 0x1016-line inter
06/21/10 Other NHTSA ID: 10032988
TSB ID: SIB-36-05-07

BMW: tire warning light illuminated due to low ambient temperature. model e90, e91(3 series);e92, e92 (3 series); e60 (5 series); e60 (m5); e63, e64 (6 series); e63, e64 (m6); e65, e66 (7 series); e70 (x5); e83 (x3); and e85, e86 (z4).
06/10/09 Other NHTSA ID: 10029008
TSB ID: SI-B51-30-08

BMW: water leak in the front right footwell area causing the carpet to become wet.
03/26/09 Other NHTSA ID: 10028367
TSB ID: SI-41-02-08

BMW: remove excessive under body coating, which was inadvertently applied to the area around the left side mounting point for the center support bearing.
10/07/08 Other NHTSA ID: 10026205
TSB ID: SI-B11-01-08

BMW: replace the chain tensioning rail bearing bolt that could come loose and cause damage to the engine. models e60 (5 series), e70 (x5 series), e83 (x3 series), e9x (3 series).

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BMW X5 TSBs (Technical Service Bulletins)

Some things are often misunderstood about recalls and technical service bulletins (TSBs). Plus a disclaimer.

  1. Recalls do not have to be issued only because something is prone to failure. NHTSA (a government agency) can only require a recall if a failure will affect safety, emissions, fuel economy, or compliance with some other regulation or law. Manufacturers can voluntarily recall cars for problems that do not affect these, though.
  2. Recalls often apply to only some cars of a specific model year, rather than all of them. You should receive a letter from the manufacturer if your car has been recalled. You can also check with the dealer, which will know which (if any) recalls pertain to your car.
  3. The primary purpose of TSBs is to inform dealers about known problems with a car and how to fix them. They are not the same as recalls. As with recalls, TSBs often only apply to some cars, not the entire model year.
  4. Dealers often will not provide a preventive repair just because a problem described in a TSB might happen to your car. They'll usually want to observe symptoms that the problem is already affecting your car.
  5. Even if there are symptoms, a manufacturer doesn't have to pick up the cost of a TSB repair if the car is out of warranty, though sometimes they do.

We provide the text of recalls and TSBs as provided by NHTSA. There can be errors in the text. If you sign up for notifications in My Garage, we will try to get these to do, but for various reasons (some beyond our control) cannot guarantee you will receive them. When in doubt about a recall or TSB, contact the dealer.