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2012 BMW X5 repairs by problem area

Engine (42%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (8%)

Brakes and Traction Control (5%)

Suspension and Steering (8%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (20%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (13%)

Other (3%)

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2012 BMW X5 brake repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (38%)

$500 - $999 (13%)

$100 - $499 (13%)

< $100 (38%)

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Chart based on 8 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2012 BMW X5 4dr SUV

turbocharged 400hp 4.4L V8 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD

48000 mi

US $1200
Replace brakes 

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2012 BMW X5 4dr SUV

turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD

56000 mi During vehicle inspection - technician identified worn brakes (rotors and pads) 
28000 mi Intermittent squeaking brakes - halfway through life. Intermittent TPMS alerts even with correct tire pressure. Neither issue reproduced or fixed by BMW dealership 

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2012 BMW X5 4dr SUV

turbocharged 265hp 3.0L I6 Diesel 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD

56729 mi

US $1713
Brake pedal seemed abnormally stiff. Dealer replaced brake booster vacuum line and check valve. 
72799 mi

US $611
Went from 24MPG avg to 21MPG due to frozen front left brake caliper that went unnoticed. I bought new aftermarket front calipers, rotors, pads, and brake wear sensor and did the labor myself. 
66000 mi

US $200
Replaced rear brake pads and rotors 
44000 mi Regular Maintenance + Brake Fluid was low. Also, Parking Brake button broke, BMW USA refused to fix under warranty. Seems to be common issue. Est repair cost from Dealer is $315.00. 

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2012 BMW X5 Brake Problems

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