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BMW X5 repairs by problem area
Engine (40%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (7%)
Brakes and Traction Control (4%)
Suspension and Steering (13%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (24%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (7%)
Other (6%)
Select a problem area
- Engine
- Transmission and Drivetrain
- Brakes and Traction Control
- Suspension and Steering
- Electrical and Air Conditioning
- Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim
- Other
Chart based on 1643 repairs.
BMW X5 electrical repair cost distribution
$2500+ (5%)
$1000 - $2499 (11%)
$500 - $999 (12%)
$100 - $499 (28%)
< $100 (44%)
Chart based on 312 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2022 BMW X5 4dr SUV
turbocharged 282hp 3.0L I6 Plug-in Hybrid 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 3500 mi | Wireless Charing system for phone does not work. Sensors for car safety, assisted driving failed. Waiting on part to be delivered and installed |
| 5000 mi | Bad drivers assistance sensors Bad drivers assistance sensor |
2021 BMW X5 4dr SUV
turbocharged 335hp 3.0L I6 Hybrid 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 14000 mi | Car indicated that multiple systems failed, presumably on the car's CAN network. Systems included airbag and other sensors that I do not recall. |
| 18000 mi | lower rear hatch not closing properly electronically, fixed free under warranty. |
2019 BMW X5 4dr SUV
turbocharged 335hp 3.0L I6 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 9200 mi | Dash alert said I had a failed aux 48v battery. Took to dealer, battery replaced but the dealer was unable to complete the reprogramming required which resulted in the loss of some subsystems, including CarPlay. This repair has been elevated to BMWNA and is ongoing and there is currently no resolution. As of this writing the dealer has had my car for 9 weeks. |
2018 BMW X5 4dr SUV
turbocharged 445hp 4.4L V8 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 31000 mi | bad fuse changed under warranty |
2018 BMW X5 4dr SUV
turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 54000 mi US $210 |
Replace vehicle battery |
2017 BMW X5 4dr SUV
turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 31620 mi C $1600 |
Passenger and rear seat heat not working. Driver's heated seat does work. |
| 32860 mi C $12 |
Front passenger an both rear seat heaters not working. Replaced all 5 fuses associated with seat heat. All seat heaters now work. |
| 33480 mi C $50 |
Front passenger and both rear seat heaters not working. Replaced all 5 fuses associated with seat heat. Replaced passenger seat heat control module. Front passenger and both rear seat heaters still not working |
2017 BMW X5 4dr SUV
turbocharged 255hp 3.0L I6 Diesel 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 17980 mi | Air Conditioning not working properly, it take hours to cool the car. Shop changed filters but the problem is still there |
2017 BMW X5 4dr SUV
turbocharged 240hp 2.0L I4 Plug-in Hybrid 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 1488 mi | KLE replaced (onboard charger for PHEV) |
| 24180 mi | 12v battery failure |
| 34000 mi | Aux 12V battery shorted and car would no longer drive on electric-only or auto start-stop the engine. Replaced under warranty. |
2015 BMW X5 4dr SUV
turbocharged 445hp 4.4L V8 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 9000 mi | controller knob not working |
2015 BMW X5 4dr SUV
turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 8-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 17000 mi | Evaporator leak. Dealership had to remove the whole dash to get to the part. |
| 26000 mi | Navigation system keeps restarting. |
2015 BMW X5 4dr SUV
turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 40000 mi | battery replaced. dealer determined that there was a fault in the battery. |
| 31000 mi | TPMS system malfunctioned and required parts to be repaired. |
| 26000 mi | Blind spot warning, Lane Departure Warning and Heated Steering Wheel functions failed. Dealer replaced control module in steering column to fix. |
2015 BMW X5 4dr SUV
turbocharged 255hp 3.0L I6 Diesel 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 19000 mi | Screen going blank reporting no signal. Dealer worked with BMW corporate, but was told there was nothing to do after 1 week in the shop. |
| 28000 mi | Head unit reboots frequently when on bluetooth and screen rports no input. Need to let system reset with car off to get it going again. Dealer says nothing can be done at this time, BMW told dealer not to replace |
2014 BMW X5 4dr SUV
turbocharged 445hp 4.4L V8 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 12107 mi | AC condenser had a leak and was replaced under warranty. |
| 17000 mi | Dealer damaged condenser O-rings making previous repair so system would not hold a charge. O-rings required replacement to stop leak. |
2014 BMW X5 4dr SUV
turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 100000 mi US $100 |
Air not blowing cold. Recharged AC. Problem persists intermittently, decided to live with it after replacing condenser and recharging |
| 105000 mi US $450 |
AC condenser failed, replaced |
| 123000 mi US $65 |
AC not blowing cold as usual. Suspected possible issue with compressor but opted to recharge AC as this works for a full season and we did not want to pull the dash apart. Will have to continue recharging every summer or every other summer as needed, but quicker and easier than a compressor change. |
2013 BMW X5 4dr SUV
turbocharged 440hp 4.4L V8 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 46580 mi | The front passenger vacuum door lock actuator needed replacement. For the past few trips, it will not "suck" the door 70% of the time, and we had to shut the door rather harder as if it had not vacuum to keep it from unlocking |
| 66340 mi | The vacuum door ( left rear) lock actuator was replaced for malfunction |
| 45000 mi US $50 |
Replaced control nob for phone, nav, radio, cd, etc. |
2013 BMW X5 4dr SUV
turbocharged 315hp 3.0L I6 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 45700 mi | Scheduled maintenence and recall for module that connects with cell towers. Speedometer 3 mph faster than actual. Was told the tolerance is 10% so that was considered normal. 10% is awful in my opinion |
| 57000 mi | Took the car in on Monday with Combox issues with connected drive. They could not get it to work. They emailed connected drive for account info and update. Dealer never got a response so they could not get it to work. Had to pick up the car on Friday. Later I called connected dive, BMW assist. They gave me a refund for service that was not provided. They did a reactivation or reset from their end and now it seems to be working. I need to test it more to be comfortable. |
2013 BMW X5 4dr SUV
turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 30000 mi | Navigation display was turning red and then black and was unresponsive. Software update seems to have resolved the issue. |
| 11300 mi | The Airco System needed reset...fan wouldn't go below medium. |
| 14400 mi | WOuldn't stay on station - got lost - reflashed |
| Replaced Bluetooth hands free microphone. |
| 20000 mi | rearview camera malfunction |
| 33000 mi | computer needed to be reset |
| 42000 mi | Horn blew when vehicle shut off. Determined that previous airbag recall repair was done incorrectly and a wire was loose. It contacted the steering wheel column when power-retracting at shutoff, sounding the horn briefly. Service writer tried to charge us the $50 CPO deductible, but a more experienced service writer who checked my wife out later knew it was their fault from a previous repair and waived the deductible. |
2013 BMW X5 4dr SUV
turbocharged 265hp 3.0L I6 Diesel 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 18000 mi | Low power voltage reported which stalled the transmission/engine. Changed power outlet box in rear which seemed to fix issue (though the transmission still shifted erratically). I traded this vehicle out. |
| 39000 mi | Computer failure caused the rear backup camera and warning beeper to stop transmitting. |
| 2000 mi | Combox for telematics failed (i.e., Bluetooth & iPod connections would not work). Replaced combox. During combox programming, entire CIC failed (i.e., iDrive failed). CIC replaced with new unit (i.e., new iDrive installed). |
| 42160 mi | Amplifier and head unit were replaced |
| 34000 mi | Electronic and computer issues |
| 79000 mi US $350 |
I drive controller replaced |
2012 BMW X5 4dr SUV
turbocharged 555hp 4.4L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 48360 mi | Replace noisy rear wiper motor. |
2012 BMW X5 4dr SUV
turbocharged 400hp 4.4L V8 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 60000 mi US $700 |
low battery warning |
| 38500 mi | No cold air from vents. Turned out to be evaporator sensor had failed. Evaporator failure |
| 46000 mi US $25 |
Rear climate control not functional. |
| 11200 mi | Tire pressure monitor repaired |
2012 BMW X5 4dr SUV
turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 78000 mi US $2732 |
AM/FM radio and GPS inop. Replaced CIC (car infotainment computer) |
| 42000 mi | Comfort Access lock on passenger front door did not work Rear entertainment system did not work |
| 63000 mi US $50 |
Electronic parking brake malfunctioned |
| 81000 mi | Comfort Access door lock not functioning. Dealer attempted to replace, but installed wrong part. Returned car unfixed and different part on order. |
| 56000 mi | detected smell in cabin - dealer identified leaking A/C evaporator and replaced under certified pre-owned warranty |
| 30100 mi | Driver seat power side bolster was not functioning properly. |
2012 BMW X5 4dr SUV
turbocharged 265hp 3.0L I6 Diesel 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 24000 mi | Replace mirror switch -- was not adjusting passenger side mirror. |
| 36000 mi | Rear and side-view cameras would go out when it rains. |
| 24800 mi | GPS Anetenna faulty/replaced |
| 30000 mi | Battery went dead. Jump started but would not hoped a charge. Battery replaced at dealer. After a week, new battery would not hold a charge. Battery replaced again, new alternator installed. |
| 15500 mi | Voice recognition not working well. Confirmed, CIC module replaced. |
| 3000 mi | Parking sensor failure |
| 6000 mi | A short in the telematics unit that caused high battery drain when the car was sitting. |
| 25000 mi | Audio speaker improperly wired, part replaced |
| 27700 mi | The FM radio would reset to 86 FM in random fashion instead of staying at the radio channel I selected. I brought it in for repair at the dealership. |
| 19000 mi | Minimum brake pad warning message appeared but brakes still functioned fine. Dealer confirmed that it was a faulty brake pad sensor and that brake pads were not worn. They replaced the sensor at no charge under main warranty. |
| 49600 mi C $250 |
Rear Brakes worn indicators light came on. Dealer serviced this and discovered the flaw was in the sensor. They repaired with a used sensor part, for which they did not charge me - I paid labour only (plus shop fees). The next day, a new brake warning light came on again, indicating immediate failure. I took it back to the dealer, who replaced the “used” sensor with a new unit, and did not charge me for labour - only the parts (plus shop fees). |
| 59520 mi | airbag replacement |
| 49600 mi | this is redundant,,,,I've already entered all this information in another questionaire. |
| 51460 mi | Recall on air bags |
| 47200 mi | Tire pressure monitoring system malfunctio. All tire sensors replaced under warranty. |
2011 BMW X5
Engine not specified
| 43200 mi | I also had a daily warning of "battery drain" that was caused by failures of a cable that had a TSB out on it and a battery that did not pass the test outlined in a related TSB. Both were replaced. |
2011 BMW X5 4dr SUV
turbocharged 400hp 4.4L V8 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 28700 mi | Power tailgate opened automatically. |
| 35000 mi | battery warning light = "low voltage" |
| 45000 mi | System Software Update to help oil level monitoring issue |
| 46000 mi US $50 |
Rearview mirror leaking oil that allows it to darken at night |
| 88000 mi US $180 |
Replaced battery and registered it in car computer |
| 97000 mi | Recall and replacement of airbag by dealer |
| 22000 mi | adaptive headlights failed |
2011 BMW X5 4dr SUV
turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 28000 mi | Key fobs needed to be reprogrammed. |
| 30700 mi | Nav rear camera |
| 33300 mi | Auto steering wheel module replaced do to erratic behavior. |
| 38700 mi US $100 |
Mirror stopped power folding. |
| 15000 mi | The X5 has a harness that powers my blackberry. This harness didn't work properly and after handling the routine maintenance, an order was put in for an new harness. I'm supposed to come back when the part comes in. |
| 17300 mi | Part arrived from back in December and it was installed. Dropped it off on a Friday and picked up on a Saturday. |
| 11000 mi | The battery was faulty and produced fluctuating voltage. This caused several sensors to malfunction rendering the car inoperative. |
| 28500 mi | Video image from the back up camera is distorted at the bottom of the screen. The dealer wants to reload software as a first step in attempting to fix the problem but reload requires a full day in the garage. |
| 29000 mi | Back up camera image was distorted and required software reload. |
| 63000 mi | Battery has reached the end of its useful life, but replacement requires some reprogramming from the dealer. |
| 120000 mi US $900 |
Headlight (Xenon) and DRL replacement |
| 61400 mi US $3500 |
Slight A/C core leak detected by dealer. Repair required replacement of the A/C core. Dash was removed to access core, core was replaced. Repair cost was $3500. |
| 33700 mi US $115 |
The smart key did not work at all with the Comfort Access (keyless) functions, and intermittently worked when slotted into the ignition and used to manually unlock the car. |
| 37000 mi US $3210 |
The iDrive screen developed weird dark spots, but wasn't cracked, and would sometimes flicker. iDrive screen was replaced. |
| 71700 mi US $500 |
Condenser hose had leak, requiring replacement and recharge. |
| 6200 mi US $50 |
A/C needed recharge after only 12 months. There is likely a leak. Repaired using a simple recharge at low cost, though a more expensive leak fix is likely needed. |
| 65000 mi | Power seat thigh support motor stopped working. |
2011 BMW X5 4dr SUV
turbocharged 265hp 3.0L I6 Diesel 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| Brake pedal sensor needed adjustment. Pressing on the brake to shift transmission into gear didn't always work. Still an intermittent problem. | |
| 24000 mi | Brake pedal sensor still needed adjustment. Pressing on the brake to shift transmission into gear didn't always work. Still an intermittent problem. |
| 10000 mi | Rear brake light bulb was out. Repaired when the car was brought in for routine, scheduled maintenance. |
| 16000 mi | ipod connection was not working |
| 60600 mi US $275 |
Faulty oil level sensor; oil over max level reading, however correct amount verified multiple times. |
| 55400 mi US $74 |
Right secondary brake light assembly had been throwing trouble code off and on for 10,000 miles. This visit they determined that light housing had been infiltrated by water. Housing replaced gratis since trouble began during main warranty. |
| 33340 mi | Rear camera malfunction. Front sensor malfunction. |
| 42700 mi | usb port and 9v port not working-replaced under warranty |
| 111000 mi US $400 |
Blower was squealing |
| 2000 mi | Pin in electrical plug was loose and causing many warning lights. |
| 80300 mi US $498 |
Battery needed replacing |
| 49000 mi | Stored settings for iDrive display would change each time I started the car. They replaced the iDrive module and reprogrammed. |
| 18300 mi | Charge Air Temp Sensor replaced. Also exhaust smell in vehicle. |
| 61000 mi US $444 |
Left Rear inner tail light (LED) assembly had failed and required replacement. |
| 94491 mi US $402 |
Replaced original battery. After almost 10 years of service. |
| 32860 mi | tire pressure monitor failed. |
| 22320 mi | Adaptive headlight failure. The attempted repair did not fix the issue, which continues intermittently. |
| 11080 mi | 2nd replacement of the "stepper motor control" for the adaptive headlights |
| 53320 mi C $200 |
Adaptive headlight motor assembly |
| 73780 mi C $200 |
Evaporator replacement |
| 60200 mi | Comfort access module and keyless entry (door handle). |
| 64500 mi | This is the third "comfort access" door handle replacement (each a different door). |
| 92000 mi | Restraint system sensor in passenger side seat was reading that child carseat was present when it was not. Periodic issue. |
2010 BMW X5 4dr SUV
turbocharged 555hp 4.4L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 51000 mi | Air condition seats not working |
2010 BMW X5 4dr SUV
turbocharged 282hp 3.0L I6 Diesel 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 184140 mi C $150 |
Battery light came on on the dash, warning on display that there was a charging error. I checked the codes and it was for the generator. I found a local Alternator rebuilder and they had one for my truck in stock. It was a relatively easy job to replace the alternator on this diesel engine due to the fact that it is at the top right of the motor. |
| 192200 mi C $140 |
Replace blower motor due to it being noisy. |
| 25172 mi C $1000 |
Alternator failure |
2010 BMW X5 4dr SUV
turbocharged 265hp 3.0L I6 Diesel 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 42800 mi | airbag sensor (to determine whether passenger is sitting in seat) failed and had to be replaced. |
| 52000 mi | key fob failed to lock/unlock car remotely; also wiped out memory settings (radio and seat presents) associated with key. |
| 67000 mi US $250 |
FRM footwell module failed |
| 70000 mi US $1400 |
Rear powered lift struts not operating, making it hard to open/close rear hatch. Fault found in left strut. replaced both lift struts even though right strut was likely fine. |
| 48000 mi | Idler arm bolt recall performed. Getting error message regarding key, traced to software, software update crashed computer, replace computer under warranty. |
| 5000 mi | ambient light sensor replaced |
| 3000 mi | Passenger Restraint System, airbag failed. Warning light illuminated. |
| 3700 mi | Passenger restraint system failed again. Parts replaced. |
| 93100 mi | Circulation fan broken |
| 107426 mi | Right DRL out. Replaced bulb Right brake light out. cleaned base of bulb |
2010 BMW X5 4dr SUV
350-horsepower 4.8L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 80600 mi C $1500 |
Battery when dead , got jump start from towing company. Lights, turn signals, power windows all accessories stopped working. Had to replace floor module and battery. Still have to take to dealer to have computor reflashed. |
| 21000 mi | Battery Drain light came on. Ended up being OK |
2010 BMW X5 4dr SUV
260-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 120000 mi US $200 |
Starter completely died. Had to replace. |
| 19000 mi | navigation screen went blank although the system was still working |
| 99000 mi US $1200 |
Had to replace compressor for dual zone climate control. |
| 100000 mi US $65 |
AC working inconsistently. Repaired hole in system and recharged. |
| 103000 mi US $1200 |
Battery showed issues, further checking also showed starter needed replacing. |
| 110000 mi | AC didn't work, compressor not engaging. Turned out to be a bad connection. Fixed in 5 minutes with no parts used. |
| 127000 mi | Fan was making a bad noise. Removed fan assembly and re-lubricated. Reinstalled and it works fine now. |
2010 BMW X5 4-door
6-cylinder automatic AWD
| 58000 mi US $900 |
evaporator coil |
2009 BMW X5 4dr SUV
turbocharged 282hp 3.0L I6 Diesel 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 72000 mi | Horn not functioning issue with sat nav |
| 74800 mi | Horn and nav |
2009 BMW X5 4dr SUV
turbocharged 265hp 3.0L I6 Diesel 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 84320 mi C $845 |
The total was Oil change, test and replace battery, now on 3rd battery including the original |
| 64000 mi US $45 |
Windshield washer pumps. Front and rear. |
| 53500 mi | Dealer installed trailer hitch three years after purchase, but coded the electronics improperly. Had to be recoded. |
2009 BMW X5 4dr SUV
350-horsepower 4.8L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 68200 mi ¤3900 |
Car would not start, replaced the battery but then a few days later, new battery was dead again - replaced the Alternator and has been ok since. |
| 57000 mi US $300 |
Leak on one of two AC evaporator cores |
| 85000 mi US $1105 |
Alternator was supplying intermittent power to the battery, causing the battery to lose charge while on a road trip. Car shut down 1 hour out of town and had to be towed back and ubers called to get passengers and luggage back home. Total bummer. |
| 40000 mi | Back-up camera malfunctioned. Dealer replaced. |
2009 BMW X5 4dr SUV
260-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 91000 mi US $545 |
Noticed hesitation when starting cold; replaced battery and re-programmed car computer |
| 95000 mi US $360 |
Replaced A/C Blower and FSU |
| 59000 mi US $800 |
Both of the electric tailgate motors failed at 59000 miles. Repair fell under state-warranty of selling a used vehicle, but repair cost was estimated at $800 value. |
2008 BMW X5 4dr SUV
350-horsepower 4.8L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 144000 mi US $1200 |
Alternator |
| 128960 mi C $450 |
AC belt tensioner failed. The bearing was squealing and the roller was quite worn. Replaced both parts |
| 138640 mi C $321 |
replaced battery. |
| 33300 mi | Weak heated steering wheel (not fixed). |
| 41000 mi | Passenger mirror motor is slow to respond = replaced Battery drainage error message = unable to verify and nothing repaired. |
| 50800 mi | Sunvisor shade was defective. It wasn't the bulb but the mechanism to turn the bulb on. A new visor was ordered to fix the problem. Weak start crank when it's cold outside - suspect weak battery. |
| 62000 mi | The AC didn't work. They replaced parts. The Navigation DVD ROM is glitchy. They need to replace it. |
| 75020 mi C $2000 |
The battery would die. |
| 55000 mi US $200 |
Heads up display showed "code invalid" and wouldn't display any information. |
| 75500 mi US $2500 |
A/C didn't cool, refrigerant replaced. |
| 25000 mi | had issue with rough stops (felt like abrupt downshipt into 1st rolling to a stop, would lurch forward a tiny bit). dlr claimed could be battery problem, replaced. also did some sort of software "update." problem resolved. |
| 127000 mi US $70 |
The X5 bluetooth was going in and out intermittently working with a iPhone 5. The dealer tested but could not isolate the problem. It is possible it is an Apple software issue. |
| 124500 mi US $1100 |
Alternator replacement |
| 39000 mi | single running daylight went out |
| 39000 mi | Wrong readout of digital reporting screen. Could not fix. |
| 88000 mi US $500 |
Nonrechargable, replaced |
| 130000 mi US $500 |
Lift-gate motor failed. Had just replace with new motor roughly 8mo previously. Apparently, a seal-boot at the hinge of the lift-gate was left unattached, allowing water to flow down the interior rear channel and into the right rear quarter-panel electronics compartment, sorting the lift-gate controller. Inspection showed no issues with the sunroof or related drainage channels. Seal boot was re-attached, controller replaced. No issues since. |
| 155000 mi US $1100 |
Right Headlight (Driving, not Angel-eye) bulb replaced. 2nd time in 5 years |
| 158720 mi US $1927 |
Alternator - driving interstate when all indicators lit, engine stopped, power-steering/brakes failed. Towed to dealer. Alternator replaced |
| 172430 mi | SOS warning light illuminated. Simultaneously lost blue-tooth and USB connectivity, and 12-volt (cigarette lighter) and USB power. Repair attempt not successful - will revisit some other time Driver's low-beam/running light fail Bulb change attempted - fail. Schematic reviewed, problem not identified. Will revisit later. |
2008 BMW X5 4dr SUV
260-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 34200 mi | Tailgate refused to open or close automatically (buttons or remote) - could force open manually. Issue was a software problem - reflashed computer and issue resolved. |
| 71000 mi US $1200 |
NAV stopped working |
| 17000 mi | HUD was deemed inop. BMW has to order the part. HUD Part was replaced in 1.5 hours. |
| 18000 mi | Rearview camera takes a long time for the screen to come up. Already driving forward by the time screen/camera comes on. When using the USB interface with iPod, audio gets static when making turns or on rough roads. |
| 159000 mi US $700 |
Replaced compressor |
| 94000 mi US $100 |
Driver sear motor failed |
| 95000 mi US $500 |
Both rear tailgate light units replaced |
| 30000 mi | Navigation DVD Drive shot, they replaced immediately. |
| 9995 mi | Pop up washer for headlamps broke off during use and needed to be replaced under warranty |
| 78000 mi US $1600 |
Battery died (clock lost programming and battery failed test when I took it to dealer) 3 weeks after purchasing used car (non-CPO from BMW dealership). Dealer agreed to pay half even though not covered under warranty. |
2007 BMW X5 4dr SUV
350-horsepower 4.8L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 46000 mi US $2100 |
Secondary HVAC fan failure. Fan and belts replaced. |
| 61000 mi US $500 |
Cable to window control unit was pinched in door frame from the factory and had worn until it shorted. Cable had to be spliced from controller to door opening. |
| 61000 mi US $1950 |
A/C compressor had lost oil and was about to fail. New compressor and belts replaced |
| 3500 mi | low oil indicator on for no apparent reason and parking brake malfunction |
| 65060 mi C $1000 |
Alternator was malfunctioning. This caused the battery to not charge, alternator was replaced. |
| 59700 mi US $50 |
We picked up the X5 from the shop because we were told it was ready to go, we made it less than five miles and the A/C quit blowing, we turned around and took it back. They told us the alternator failed. |
| 3026 mi | No cold air at time from air cond |
| 11374 mi | no cold air repaired after 2 weeks |
| 11495 mi | No cold air |
| 15940 mi | battery drain car in 30 plus days so far |
| 15940 mi | Terrible auto two dead batteries and can not use |
| 127000 mi US $500 |
Shorted wire for adaptive suspension |
2007 BMW X5 4dr SUV
260-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 9426 mi | Replaced Nav DVD drive |
| 170000 mi US $400 |
would lose charge after about two weeks of use, alternator working, new battery installed, |
| 170000 mi | After the third attempt the came to the conclusion that the car needed a new alternator. The car now seems to be running fine. |
| 86180 mi C $600 |
iDrive Screen needed to be replaced |
| 50220 mi ¤900 |
Windshield water pumps in both front and back has to be replaced. |
| 16678 mi | Defective Battery, warranty |
| 67500 mi US $4000 |
Air only through the defroster vents. No air through dash or rear vents |
| 98000 mi | Aircon was over gassed previously which caused problems. Aircon regas and software update of sensors required |
| 100000 mi | AC Control Panel reinstalled. Worked for that day and failed again |
| 102000 mi | Compressor, Condenser and Controller replaced under warranty. Actual fault linked to relay by wheel arch but new items remain on vehicle |
| 104000 mi £150 |
Rear Inner Lights failed due to either vibration or moisture ingress |
| 127000 mi US $3500 |
Dead battery |
| 61000 mi US $250 |
A diagnostic was done and the battery needed to be changed.Maybe the problem is not over because my son said the battery has to be registered with BMW !? |
2006 BMW X5
Engine not specified
| 108000 mi | Check brake light warning due to bulb housing not making good contact. Adjusted contacts, works for a while then warning comes back. |
| 150000 mi | Recall regarding passenger side airbag sensor |
| 76000 mi | CD changer will not eject cartridge: changer replaced for the same problem at 49,000 miles. Service Technician stated "We don't warranty warranty work." I'm looking for an after market CD changer that is reliable. |
2006 BMW X5 4dr SUV
315-horsepower 4.4L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 22320 mi $19000 |
AC not working until I kept toggling the control panel and the AC auxillary fan turns on. Then AC will run normally. |
| 71000 mi | Electrical system diagnosed as overcharging. Shorting out the IP readout in the instrument cluster. Alarm keeps going off and AT readout shows "Limp Home" mode. |
| 116000 mi US $120 |
replace right headlight |
| 42000 mi US $50 |
Rear parking light fixture replaced. |
| 80000 mi US $927 |
Xenon bulb replacement both left and right lights. |
| 91000 mi | Two rear light fixtures burned out. Required replacement. |
| 41000 mi US $110 |
Alternator was unplugged, so the computer could not adjust for it. Seems this could have only happened because shop forgot to plug it in when they changed the alternator about a year ago to try to eliminate vibration--but they denied this. |
| 83700 mi C $471 |
parasitic drain detection. |
| 96000 mi US $2500 |
A/C repair |
| 77000 mi US $262 |
annual service |
| 102000 mi US $500 |
4x4 light would turn on on rare occasion. Reset by turning steering wheel lock to lock. One day, it wouldn't reset so I brought it to Autoworks. They diagnosed the issue as a possible intermittent alternator failure and reset the light. The alternator proved them correct while on a trip when it fully failed for good. Changed the alternator and all has been well since. |
| 81840 mi C $1200 |
Alternator died and had to be replaced. |
| 84940 mi C $329 |
New battery installed. Previous battery was of low quality and was causing random erratic electrical issues. |
| 88040 mi C $509 |
rear bumper proximity sensor functioning intermittently aftermarket trailer hitch installed by previous owner damaged wiring harness |
| 89280 mi C $200 |
Replaced water damaged amplifier, coded replacement amplifier. |
2006 BMW X5 4dr SUV
225-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed manual AWD
| 102200 mi US $800 |
Left headlight inoperative, dealer erroneously diagnose the problem as a faulty igniter, on the second attempt as a HID control module, when the problem was the light bulb. Cost me over $700.00 to fix. Ended up fixing it myself. |
| 99820 mi €800 |
Electrical System Alt Heating and Speakers not working |
| 172000 mi US $650 |
power window failed driver side |
2006 BMW X5 4dr SUV
225-horsepower 3.0L I6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 79000 mi US $56 |
motor in passenger side mirror not functioning properly, also replaced at around 40,000 miles. |
| 87000 mi | Drivers heated seat malfunction, started to burn seat. New seat cover and heater ordered. |
| 88000 mi US $54 |
Drivers heated seat malfunction, started to burn seat. New seat cover and heater installed |
| 100000 mi US $53 |
Light failure message, leak in rear tail lamp housing causing short, housing replaced. |
| 43000 mi | Rear taillamp assembly overheated, warping electrical contacts. Taillamp assembly replaced. |
| 46000 mi US $100 |
Battery was failing and A/C blower resistor was failing. Windshield washer fluid pump failed, leaking fluid |
| 48000 mi US $420 |
Xenon bulb was replaced. Approx $200 for part and $200 for labor. |
| 74400 mi US $1700 |
Compressor was failing; compressor was replaced |
| 78000 mi US $90 |
Replaced tail brake light assembly |
| 89000 mi US $50 |
(from driver's perspective) Left xenon headlight bulb burned out. Replaced the bulb. |
| 27280 mi A $300 |
8 year old battery replaced |
| 53200 mi US $173 |
I was getting a "brake light" message on the dash display. one of the tail lights was out. This is a CPO car I "thought" OK, I'll just have the dealer check it out. Turns out to be a bad socket, not covered. Cost $173 I'M NOT HAPP |
| 61000 mi | Brake light failure msg was coming on and off intermittently. Replaced bulb and socket but problem remained. I searched forums and found there is a service bulletin on the issue. Sanded down area socket connects to metal. |
| 81000 mi | Auxiliary fan not working Rear brake light burn on metal contacts. 2nd light this happened to |
| 84000 mi US $527 |
Replace Alternator to address headlights to brighten and dim, related to thermostat replacement with issue remaining |
2005 BMW X5 4dr SUV
355-horsepower 4.8L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 59300 mi US $4500 |
Additionally, the drivers side rearview mirror broke . |
| 63900 mi US $4000 |
Tailights require fully replacement. |
| 68000 mi US $1800 |
Electric Discharge with all systems off. Windshield wiper sensor draw "x" amps while off, rear brake light system dysfunction, and battery died. |
| 71000 mi US $1700 |
Side light replacement. |
| 40000 mi US $42 |
TMPS issue. |
| 47000 mi US $300 |
LR window regulator |
| 48000 mi US $250 |
Rear park sensor |
| 51200 mi US $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. |
| 55000 mi US $400 |
Window regulator and glass clips. |
2005 BMW X5 4dr SUV
315-horsepower 4.4L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 23940 mi C $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. |
| 81000 mi US $200 |
Alternator |
| 73000 mi | Got car back after steering wheel replaced, AC not working, took shop two days to find the loose wire and reattach, AC now working |
| 129000 mi US $200 |
Intermittent battery discharge. On going problem. No issues if driven daily, but battery fully discharges if car sits over 24 hours. |
| 127800 mi US $400 |
Battery replaced, computer reprogram. Diagnostics. |
| 80000 mi US $900 |
replaced blower motor |
| 89000 mi | driver side power mirror quit working shop says will have to find a whole new mirror with motor |
| 98000 mi US $50 |
rear taillight housing was bad. replaced |
| 106000 mi US $950 |
alternator and battery replaced |
| 104000 mi US $1500 |
Alternator and battery had to be replaced. |
2005 BMW X5 4dr SUV
225-horsepower 3.0L I6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 58000 mi US $295 |
rear headlight assembly corroded and rusted, ostensibly from car washes (allegedly). |
| 246000 mi US $527 |
Replaced electric window actuator |
| 61700 mi US $1038 |
radiator cooling fan had to be replaced, when this fan goes bad ac compressor won't start |
| 100300 mi US $550 |
Replaced window regulator. |
| 79360 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. :-( |
| 103000 mi US $270 |
Replaced both front turn signal assemblies, as cannot replace burned out bulbs separately. |
| 107000 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. |
| 86000 mi US $400 |
A/c motor module failure Front turn light bad socket, 3 hours labor required manufactures defect Front drivers side window motor failure |
| 97000 mi | Too many constant COSTLY electrical issues DO NOT BUY A BMW X5 Cost per mile probhitive |
| 98000 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 |
| 128000 mi US $757 |
replace 2 window washer pumps |
| 88700 mi US $1200 |
AC stopped blowing cold air. Diagnosed by the shop as AC condenser fan failure. Had the fan replaced, which fixed the problem. |
| 112000 mi US $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. |
| 92000 mi US $800 |
Battery repeatedly discharged. Found wiring in the trunk that was grounding on the body. Likely caused by an earlier repair. Repaired it. |
| 105000 mi US $25 |
Tail light bulb socket was replaced |
2004.5 BMW X5 4-door
turbocharged 6-cylinder diesel automatic AWD
| 74400 mi A $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. |
2004 BMW X5 4dr SUV
315-horsepower 4.4L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 53759 mi US $229 |
Replaced left tail light assembly - note: these guys did not call service plan as requested. |
| 90113 mi US $775 |
Replace alternator |
| 142000 mi US $122 |
When battery replaced, needed to repair battery cable. |
| 178000 mi US $647 |
Driver side outside door handle would not open from outside (state inspection requirement). Diagnosed and replaced outer door handle lock actuator, $486. |
| 194000 mi | one of the rear brake lights burns out within 2 or 3 days of replacing bulbs. Shop determined it's not an electrical but a body issue: light housing is corroded and must be replaced, at a cost of at least 375 for parts, Decided not to fix. |
2004 BMW X5 4dr SUV
225-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed manual AWD
| 28000 mi | ipod aux input still not working. alarm inadvertently tripping when unlocking car. hatch needing adjustment--rattling. |
2004 BMW X5 4dr SUV
225-horsepower 3.0L I6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 111000 mi US $2500 |
unit that controls phone and emergency notificaion - replaced side lights - need to remove bumper |
| 130000 mi US $2800 |
replaced TCU + new blue tooth antenna parking lights - had to remove bumper replaced headlight washer pump. |
| 75020 mi C $495 |
changed driver's door lock |
| 82240 mi C $404 |
reverse lights and stop lights were fried. Indicator inside car had come on. |
| 96720 mi C $300 |
Door stopped opening |
| 59000 mi US $300 |
Rear window wiper broken |
| 47500 mi | R/R rear window regulator |
| 126000 mi US $300 |
Replaced rear passenger side tail light. Connector had to be filled with solder because it begins to short with age, literally wearing a hole in it, keeping bulb from solid contact. About 30 min. True repair. Also rear license plate lights (under 10 min). |
| 140800 mi US $230 |
Replaced key fob due to non-replaceable dead battery. |
| 145800 mi US $175 |
Replaced NAV screen that had lost a significant number of pixels over the past two years. |
| 150900 mi US $25 |
A/C not working. Believed coolant temp sensor might be the problem. Discovered that A/C condenser was the actual issue. |
| 151000 mi US $400 |
Tail light assembly shorted out and tail light not operating even with fresh bulb. Replaced tail light assembly. A/C not working. Replaced condenser. Window regulator failed. |
| 162900 mi US $300 |
Replaced alternator |
| 170300 mi US $25 |
Replaced passenger side angel eyes. |
| 179100 mi US $74 |
Replaced failed xenon igniter |
| 200000 mi US $87 |
Replaced tail light assembly due to short. |
| 201569 mi US $187 |
Alternator failed |
| 202860 mi US $100 |
Xenon igniter and ballast both failed and were replaced |
2003 BMW X5 4dr SUV
340-horsepower 4.6L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 78000 mi US $1100 |
compressor potentially was been bad due to compressor-like noise. Compressor was repaired, noise is still there. Questions regarding whether the repair should have been done at all. |
2003 BMW X5 4dr SUV
282-horsepower 4.4L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 110000 mi US $600 |
Front passenger power window motor died |
| 83080 mi C $3605 |
The interior light in the back of the truck fell out, and when I tried to push it back in place it blew the circuit for a ton of stuff in the truck. |
| 83080 mi | there was a small electrical issue with the driver side airbag, |
| 119260 mi C $1884 |
Left rear tail lamp had corrosion causing bad connection, 367.64. Drivers window won't roll all the way up, needed a new regulator, 512.00. |
2003 BMW X5 4dr SUV
225-horsepower 3.0L I6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 89300 mi US $125 |
Final Stage Unit for climate control failed. It was replaced with new part. |
| 50000 mi US $1000 |
recharge ac, replace left front boot seal |
| 28000 mi US $1500 |
evaporator repair |
| 67000 mi | Wiring harness to AC compressor was broken causing air to blow hot. |
| 106000 mi US $800 |
replaced alternator |
| 108000 mi US $1200 |
The AM on the radio barely worked. |
| 61000 mi US $100 |
Wiring issue with rear lights and brake lights |
| 202000 mi US $10 |
A/C was not cold and compressor ran and then stopped when ambient temperature is ~70-80 degrees. I recharged the A/C unit with some small portion to avoid overcharging the system. |
| 202000 mi US $40 |
Condenser fan was stuck and resulted in ineffective A/C cooling. |
2003 BMW X5 4dr SUV
225-horsepower 3.0L I6 5-speed manual AWD
| 70 mi C $200 |
replace battery, inconsistant voltage, some modules displaying inaccurate warning messages (engine failsafe, braking...etc) |
| 76260 mi C $900 |
fan and compressor needed repplaced |
2003 BMW X5 4-door
6-cylinder automatic AWD
| 135200 mi US $1740 |
overflow tank exploded causing loss of coolant and fluids. overflow tank replace and fan behind front grill of car replaced. |
| 145300 mi US $250 |
passenger side brake light not working. |
2002 BMW X5
Engine not specified
| 106640 mi C $400 |
Replaced blower motor |
2002 BMW X5 4dr SUV
340-horsepower 4.6L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 171740 mi C $250 |
Drivers seat memory control module. Includes control switches. |
2002 BMW X5 4dr SUV
282-horsepower 4.4L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 64000 mi | Plastic connection on the window regulator broke, performed a temp fix with wire. Will need a new clip. Required a complete removal of door panel aprox. 3 hours labor. More since it was my first time. |
| 67000 mi US $50 |
Need to order new window regulator will install myself. Have not had time due to parents health. |
| 83300 mi US $500 |
Water cooled Alternator went out. Part is being ordered. $1000 from Dealer, or $400-$600 from rebuild supplier. |
| 77000 mi US $70 |
Final Stage Resistor which was causing the battery drain. |
| 78000 mi US $120 |
drivers window regulator |
| 86000 mi US $40 |
HID bulb |
| 87000 mi US $50 |
Right HID headlight would often not light up. The ballast was weak. Ordered a salvage ballast and replaced it myself. |
| 115000 mi US $500 |
Alternator failed. Battery was also replaced as part of the repair. Alternator is liquid cooled, however it did not seem to make this part live longer. It is more difficult to replace. Entire coolant system must drain. Starter pinion spring was aged and would not disengage during starting resulting in a loud 'zing' noise during starting. The starter was ordered online saving $200, repaired at an Indy for $250. |
| 126000 mi US $600 |
Window regulator and door handle interior parts broke. Door would not open. 'door carrier' replaced. Window track piece replaced. Electric regulator was still good. |
| 153760 mi C $230 |
replaced battery |
| 56000 mi US $5 |
Front passenger's side turn signal intermittent operation. Light fixture contact showed sign of intermittent contact with bulb. Cleaned contact and replaced bulb. |
| 67000 mi US $210 |
Hood latch failed causing alarm to sound intermittently - latch cable and sensor replaced. Glove compartment latch failed closed - latch barrel replaced. |
2002 BMW X5 4dr SUV
225-horsepower 3.0L I6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 66000 mi US $550 |
Left driver side power window regulater needed replacement. Power window stopped working in the open position. |
| 95300 mi US $1800 |
1st visit, checked the system and recharged (didn't think was necessary) and had to order part. 2nd visit, replaced front fan. |
| 90000 mi US $300 |
Pass window regulator stopped functioning. |
| 92000 mi US $148 |
Drivers side window regulator broke. Part replaced. |
| 52700 mi US $52 |
Replaced 1 headlight bulb, 2 tail light bulbs. Latter easy to get to. Removable sockets are somewhat temperamental, can be hard to get them to seat correctly. Will eventually have to replace the assembly, the electrical contact parts are getting worn out. |
| 72000 mi US $500 |
Passenger window stopped working |
| 150900 mi US $185 |
Auxiliary Fan went out. Replaced fan and recharged AC system. |
| 116000 mi US $2385 |
Replaced A/C Compressor |
2001 BMW X5
Engine not specified
| 136000 mi US $179 |
I replaced the liquid cooled alternator with one purchased from www.amazon.com |
2001 BMW X5 4dr SUV
282-horsepower 4.4L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 133000 mi US $1100 |
Alternator amperage failure caused onboard computer to shut down ALL systems and created a massive simultaneous FAIL while driving at highway speed on freeway. Dangerous! After towing to a BMW-certified shop, system was diagnosed. |
| 142000 mi US $233 |
Brake sensor light failure. Brakes were very and near failure, but no warning light. Mechanic detected the problem. Sensor badly installed prior to purchase. Replaced it. |
| 72000 mi US $15 |
A/C needed recharged...works great now |
| 75000 mi | A/C does not blow cold...small leak |
| 232000 mi US $900 |
Dead battery... Starter wrecked battery and caused plugs to foul out. Battery, Starter, Starter Wire, Plugs |
| 123000 mi £100 |
Door locking actuator intermittent, replacement required |
2001 BMW X5 4dr SUV
225-horsepower 3.0L I6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 112000 mi US $3116 |
NAV System replacement |
| 142000 mi US $300 |
Needed new battery |
2001 BMW X5 4dr SUV
225-horsepower 3.0L I6 5-speed manual AWD
| 114000 mi US $637 |
Both Driver and Passenger front door lock mechanisms failed. Driver door could be unlocked with key, passenger door stayed locked. |
| 70000 mi US $100 |
Front Driver side turn signal relay harness and socket was replaced, including a new turn signal bulb. |
| 104000 mi US $2000 |
Also replaced driver door window module. |
| 106900 mi US $180 |
R & R'd passenger rear window regulator. |
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