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2004 BMW 5-Series repairs by problem area
Engine (41%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (9%)
Brakes and Traction Control (3%)
Suspension and Steering (13%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (30%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (1%)
Other (3%)
Chart based on 268 repairs.
2004 BMW 5-Series repair cost distribution
$2500+ (6%)
$1000 - $2499 (13%)
$500 - $999 (21%)
$100 - $499 (29%)
< $100 (32%)
Chart based on 209 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2004 BMW 5-Series
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| BMW 5-Series in Saudi Arabia Sep 2008 - Mar 2010 | |||
| Oct 200820460 mi﷼3600 | The car would jerk between 60-80 kmh at around 1500rpm. | ||
2004 BMW 5-Series 4dr Sedan
325-horsepower 4.4L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| BMW 5-Series in Alberta, Canada Jan 2011 - Jun 2018 | |||
| Aug 201464480 miC $250 | The trunk got water in it and the power module for the radio and display system blew up. I replaced the power module and fuse and the problem was fixed. Still looking for source of water leak. | ||
| Aug 201573780 miC $550 | Thermostat error codes. Replaced Thermostat housing | ||
| Feb 201675640 miC $300 | Valve cover gaskets leaking so badly the alternator was threatened. Parts were $257 and labour was $1200. A couple of other small things, total of $1700. Apparently a big job to change these gaskets on the N62 engine. Sun Roof exploded. No possibility of rocks or anything hitting glass. Insurance would not cover -stated defect in BMW part. BMW would not cover. Bought used glass at auto wrecker for $300 and replaced myself | ||
| Mar 201676260 miC $1207 | Safety Gateway Module errors could not be cleared thus preventing resetting the Active Steering Errors. I found a new (used) SGM on EBay for $740 which we used. New BMW part $1400 CAN. | ||
| Jul 201676980 miC $1100 | Alternator malfunction. | ||
| Sep 201677500 miC $1200 | Replaced the Dynamic Steering Module. Please note you will need to program your VIN into any used part and here are very few Shops who can do this. Otherwise you have to buy a new BMW part for approx $1700 CAN | ||
| Dec 201678120 miC $1200 | Replaced battery sensor and reprogrammed to synch with alternator and system computers | ||
| Sep 201783700 miC $400 | Replace oil sensor due to leak | ||
| Dec 201786180 miC $700 | Replace battery | ||
| BMW 5-Series in New York, United States Dec 2008 - Jan 2013 | |||
| Jun 200969000 miUS $110 | In-car computer programming updated to latest version to allow support for playing MP3's via in-dash CD player, to enable BMW iPod adapter, and to allow the use of current NAV disks. | ||
| Jan 201076000 miUS $53 | Wipers wouldn't turn off, no turn signals, no high beams, no heated steering wheel, no airbags, no seatbelt tensioners, no active steering, no ARS, no wheel-mounted electronics worked AT ALL. Replaced Steering Angle Sensor & reprogrammed. | ||
| Mar 201079000 mi | Same problem as last trip. Replaced Steering ECU in the column. | ||
| Jul 201082800 miUS $50 | Power brakes failed, check valve replaced | ||
| BMW 5-Series in Nova Scotia, Canada Aug 2012 - Jul 2021 | |||
| Dec 201240300 mi | Driver seat heater burns thru the seat, leather damaged not punctured yet. BMW Canada nor dealer not willing to do anything about it. | ||
| Jan 2013 | Instrument cluster started since cold weather to flash and reboot repeatedly once key is in pos. 2 or driving the first 30-45 mins once car is thoroughly heated problem goes away. Am still attempting to diagnose cause, replaced K30 relay,c | ||
| Mar 201341540 miC $50 | Had my Indie try to fix my instrument cluster problem reported earlier but he was unable to, needs programming done by dealer, still have not gone there. | ||
| Aug 201342160 miC $300 | Possessed instrument cluster, got fixed finally by updated all software. Charge voltage was spiking in a range between 13.7 and 15.7 volts, replaced the regulator myself, repair done by owner.. Fault code for re-cat O2 sensor bank 1-4 (right side), replaced sensor owner did job himself. | ||
| Oct 201343800 miC $600 | Replaced leaking transmission oil pan and filter replaced fluid twice over a week period to replace most old fluid. | ||
| Jun 201450220 miC $310 | Replaced left side tie rod end as it had too much play in it, evidenced by "klunking sound" when hitting uneven road surfaces. Two broken rear coil springs, replaced both shocks also, while I was in there, for the couple 100$ extra did not want to have to do that later. Now have a pair of good spares. | ||
| Sep 201453940 miC $350 | DURING MY ATTEMPT TO FLUSH THE COOLANT THE "OVER-ENGINEERED" BMW DRAIN VALVE PLUG BROKE AND I HAD TO REPLACE ENTIRE RADIATOR. NEW RAD. HAS NO LONGER A DRAIN VALVE!! WHICH IS A MUCH BRIGHTER IDEA THAT THAT RED PLASTIC CONTRAPTION. | ||
| Dec 201455800 miC $90 | Was getting seatbelt/restraint system fault codes in iDrive when car got wet, and diagnostics suggested to replace front crash sensors with newer part number. Got two used ones off eBay, removed front bumper and replaced the sensors. High tone horn stopped working again, last year this happened and I gave it a good couple of whacks to "wake it up" which worked. This time since I had front bumper removed for crash sensor job, did same thing again. | ||
| May 201558900 miC $65 | Replaced spark plugs @95000 kms | ||
| Sep 201562000 miC $40 | Replaced right rear wheelcarrier ball joint, had developed some play and was squeaky, now is tight and as good as new. | ||
| Dec 201673780 miC $303 | Right side output shaft popped out of differential connection for unknown reason and left car in middle of busy intersection.rnFlatbed car to dealer for diagnosis and fix. They pushed it back in. | ||
| Mar 201775640 mi | Lost all four M8 nuts from the exhaust manifold to muffler pipe flange connections and car sounded like a hole in my muffler, replaced and torques to 33 ft/lbs. | ||
| Jun 201778120 mi | Had some water droplets in the left headlight eyebrow hoping it's condensation so I removed headlight and removed/checked for blockage in the drain holes and blew air with compressor into it and if that does not work will try to reseal the headlight unit as it is assumed the seal is leaking and rainwater intrusion is the cause. | ||
| Dec 201783080 miC $110 | The additional waterpump providing residual heat died and I replaced it and flushed coolant pump was $86 and coolant around 30. | ||
| Mar 201885560 miC $75 | Replaced heater valve as cabin heat on driver’s side was lacking and passenger side was getting too much of the heat distribution. | ||
| Jun 201888040 miC $2 | Right side backup light bulb was giving me check notifications in instrument cluster periodically indicating intermittent problem and replaced lightbulb. | ||
| Oct 201891140 miC $80 | Left front coil spring was broken and replaced along with rubber seats and new nuts holding top of strut. | ||
| May 201995480 miC $12 | Replaced leaking Mechatronics connector sleeve Alternator bracket oil gasket leaking, a well known problem with the bmw v8. Replaced the gasket. | ||
| BMW 5-Series in Alberta, Canada Mar 2013 - May 2019 | |||
| Mar 201655180 miC $107 | Vacuum pump - replaced O-ring seal causing oil leak | ||
| Apr 201655280 mi | Transmission oil pan replaced. | ||
| BMW 5-Series in Georgia, United States May 2013 - Jun 2013 | |||
| Jun 2013176000 miUS $7323 | Engine heads repaired | ||
| BMW 5-Series in California, United States Nov 2008 - Jun 2011 | |||
| Jan 200972000 miUS $425 | Leaky water pump. Leaky vacuum assist pump for braking system. | ||
| Jun 200980000 mi | A vacuum hose to the brake booster cracked, which I suspect was a latent failure from the brake booster being replaced by the dealer several months ago. The dealer did not have the hose in stock so I replaced it myself. | ||
| Jun 201096000 miUS $500 | Defective transmission seal that caused transmission fluid to leak. | ||
| BMW 5-Series in Great Britain May 2011 - Dec 2012 | |||
| Sep 201188000 mi£1600 | Glow plugs | ||
| Dec 201298000 mi£400 | Cracked exhaust manifold | ||
| BMW 5-Series in New York, United States Aug 2008 - Dec 2012 | |||
| Sep 200857000 miUS $235 | HID Lowbeam Headlight blown. Part ordered through Dealer, BMW of Manhattan. | ||
| Dec 200964000 miUS $166 | Passenger Airbag Sensor Fault with warning light always on due to damaged seat MAT. Recall repair - No Charge. | ||
| Mar 201066000 miUS $1043 | Since December 2009, after replacing the battery, error messages appeared on start-up (Transmission Fault, ABS Fault, etc., but cleared after a restart. Dealer could not solve the problem. Alternator died on 3/27/10. Dealer replaced ($1,043.00) | ||
| May 201067000 miUS $148 | Service Engine Soon light. Code P0348 Bank 2 Intake Camshaft Position Sensor Purchased sensor from BMW Dealer and replaced myself. | ||
| May 201175500 miUS $54 | Cooling System leaking - broken vent pipe (connects expansion tank to radiator). Purchased new vent pipe from BMW Dealership and replaced it (15 minute repair job). | ||
| Oct 201284000 miUS $480 | Replaced a leaking Mechatronic Sealing Sleeve, 6HP26 Transmission Pan w/Gasket, and new pan bolts. Parts ordered online from CTSC ($304.42) Labor: Former BMW Tech Indy Shop $160.00 Coolant leak - replaced Water Pump and Expansion Tank. Parts and Labor ($480.00) by Indy Shop, Former BMW Tech. | ||
| BMW 5-Series in New Zealand Jul 2008 - Mar 2009 | |||
| Jun 200846500 mi$200 | Coding missing MP3 support | ||
| Aug 200849600 mi$300 | PCV valves replaced on both banks. PCV Valves Replaced on both banks | ||
| Dec 200854560 mi$800 | Xenon headlight bulb failed. Adaptive headlights were always on the blink (ever since I got the car really) - every few weeks they wouldn’t work, then the next day they would – except replacing the headlights they didn’t offer any other fix (NZ$5000 per headlight). | ||
| Mar 200955800 mi | Transmission stuttering in 5th gear. Dealer advised transmission required replacement. Traded in car same day. | ||
2004 BMW 5-Series 4dr Sedan
325-horsepower 4.4L V8 6-speed manual RWD
| BMW 5-Series in New Hampshire, United States Sep 2011 - Mar 2013 | |||
| Mar 201298000 miUS $134 | Replace oil pressure sensor | ||
| Apr 201299000 miUS $472 | New mass air flow sensor | ||
| Mar 2013116000 mi | Needed new steering pump for $2200. I decided to sell the car. It's gone now. | ||
| BMW 5-Series in Colorado, United States Apr 2012 - Jan 2017 | |||
| Jun 201247000 miUS $20 | Windshield Washer Fluid Resevoir | ||
| Jul 201355300 miUS $200 | Oil leak from oil pressure switch | ||
| Oct 201357700 miUS $250 | Airbag light was on | ||
| Jul 201466300 miUS $1200 | Secondary air injection code; Replaced secondary air intake valve Bad thermostat | ||
| Jun 201571000 miUS $600 | Door locks | ||
| Jul 201678500 miUS $3000 | Cross over tube R&R via kit | ||
| Dec 201681000 miUS $800 | Fuel pump | ||
| BMW 5-Series in California, United States Sep 2010 - Oct 2011 | |||
| Dec 201071000 mi | Brake vacuum line recall. Affected brake pedal feel and contributed to rough running conditions due to vacuum leak in intake system. All is well now. | ||
| Jun 201177000 miUS $2400 | Vacuum pump replacement AC compressor replacement | ||
| Oct 201180000 mi | Motorized rear shade not working when sold. | ||
| BMW 5-Series in Virginia, United States Dec 2011 - Jan 2013 | |||
| Jun 201294000 miUS $500 | Update of the programming and an oil service | ||
| BMW 5-Series in Ohio, United States Jun 2014 - Apr 2017 | |||
| Jul 201474300 mi | Replaced serpentine belt Leaking valve cover gaskets, leaking alternator bracket gasket. | ||
| Sep 201476000 miUS $120 | Replaced water pump, serpentine belt and ac belt. Removed alternator, had rebuilt at specialty shop. | ||
| Jan 2015US $70 | Coolant expansion tank ruptured, replaced with new one. Replaced common n62 issue, alternator bracket oil gasket. What a pain, but repair usually costs $1500 at an independent. Thermostat sensor o-ring failed, replaced with new one. | ||
| Apr 201585500 miUS $150 | Replaced driveline flex disk to attempt to cure driveline slack. Did not fix problem, driveline slack persists. | ||
| Mar 201695000 miUS $20 | Angel eye bulbs burned out. Disassembled originals and replaced bulbs as opposed to entire lamp assembly. | ||
| Nov 2016101000 miUS $200 | Power steering and active rollbars are having issues. Replaced PS pump with used part. Problem is now worse and leaking fluid. Oopsy. Brake booster pump was leaking oil. This is a common problem. Removed booster pump and added permatex red to existing gaskets. Leak has stopped. Radiator began to weep at side tanks. Removed radiator and sent to repair shop. Aluminum radiator cannot be soldered, was epoxied and pressure tested. Repair failed in one week, leaks from same place as original. BMW CCC (radio) cooling fan failed; unit over heated and would only reboot constantly. Cabin temperature sensor fan had failed. The connection pins solder points for fan power had failed. Resoldered pins back to board. | ||
| Jan 201785000 miUS $250 | Radiator leaked; tried to quicksteel the old one, it did not work. Purchased new radiator and installed. No more leaks (FOR NOW). | ||
| BMW 5-Series in Georgia, United States Jan 2009 - Jun 2018 | |||
| Feb 200972000 miUS $70 | Nagging problem where the battery draws down rapidly while not driving the car. The computer uses so much power while parked in the garage that it ruined the battery and now requires a trickle charger to keep the battery in working order. Back up the CPU Why doesn't BMW put a battery backup on the computer like laptops, servers etc. have thereby eliminating the drain on the duty 12V main battery and also eliminating the possibility of having to reset the computer. For over $50K they could afford it. | ||
| Jan 201081000 miUS $125 | failing alternator caused every alarm imaginable on the dashboard and caused the car to overheat blowing a cloud of billowing white smoke through the relief valve on the radiator cap. The cooling fan was shut off by the computer under low voltage. | ||
| Jul 201294300 miUS $175 | low oil pressure switch failed. required replacement which cleared problem. seemed to be intermittent but necessary to replace considering risk of ignoring it. part seal leaked oil on switch wiring causing short. and false positive alarm | ||
2004 BMW 5-Series 4dr Sedan
325-horsepower 4.4L V8 6-speed automated manual RWD
| BMW 5-Series in California, United States Dec 2010 - Jan 2012 | |||
| Jan 201191000 miUS $870 | Replaced water pump and themostat; used dealer discount of 15% off 1,000 estimate Replaced water pump and themostat; used dealer discount of 15% off 1,000 estimate | ||
| Feb 201191800 mi | Replaced engine vacuum pump for brakes; BMW USA covered the repair after complaint that recall should have covered it. Replaced engine vacuum pump for brakes; BMW USA covered the repair after complaint that recall should have covered it. | ||
| Jan 201290000 miUS $708 | valve cover gaskets replaced | ||
| BMW 5-Series in Arizona, United States Jan 2012 - Mar 2016 | |||
| Feb 201275700 miUS $400 | unable to rectify miles to empty on gas gage | ||
| Mar 201277000 miUS $2400 | fuel gauge malfunction (3 trips to dealer at approx. 900.00$) fixed with computer update, over 20 updates since dealer did last in 2005. Car runs better,less surge,gas gauge OK thrust rod bearings replaced. rear window sunshade replaced. | ||
| Jan 2013US $310 | replaced battery, reset steering, etc | ||
| Apr 201388500 miUS $4000 | rough shifting, surging reverse to drive...transmission service with new pan-filter oil leak from valve cover gaskets...replace gaskets and valve timing houseing gaskets right rear shock leaking | ||
| Sep 201392000 miUS $848 | coolant leak upper coolant hose, replace hose to water pump,upper radiator hose. all coolant tank hoses. Check cylinder walls for scoring from overheating ( via scope through spark plug holes). | ||
| Dec 201394000 miUS $1750 | oil leakage-moderate, alternator seal replaced and leaking left motor mount. Replaced alternator seal and 2 new engine mounts. | ||
| Jun 201497000 mi | Check engine light came on following a non-name brand gas refill, Mechanic did diagnostic for re-map fuel system, worked and all is well after 500 miles since that fill-up. | ||
| Aug 201498000 miUS $780 | cracked crankcase vent(131.88), replaced spark plugs | ||
| Feb 2015102000 miUS $865 | Belts and new pulleys,alt.,etc. Had been making noise. | ||
| Jan 201689700 miUS $1500 | leak at back of block and timing cover. Dealer estimate to repair was 4200.00 to 5200.00 front struts leaking. Repair @ dealership estimate 2200.00 new battery installed @ dealership. faults in Active steeering, coolant, headlight,abs, check engine soon lights. failed repair chedk engine light still on! | ||
| Mar 2016113000 miUS $1200 | REPLACED BOTH front struts | ||
| BMW 5-Series in Illinois, United States Feb 2012 - Mar 2012 | |||
| Mar 201275000 miUS $1200 | Crash sensor error | ||
| BMW 5-Series in Iowa, United States May 2012 - Mar 2013 | |||
| May 201266000 mi | Small amount of smoke coming from engine, valve gaskets and timing gaskets replaced. Vehicle bought from private party, previous owner paid for repairs. | ||
| Aug 201266900 miUS $40 | Upper control arm. Dealership want 700 for repair. I bought the part online for $40 and installed it myself in 20 mins. | ||
| BMW 5-Series in Tennessee, United States Oct 2009 - Dec 2012 | |||
| Apr 201092700 miUS $88 | Replacing Cooling expansion tank and cap | ||
| Oct 2010100000 miUS $457 | Left front wheel bearing replaced | ||
| Nov 2010101300 miUS $241 | Right front wheel bearing replaced. Repaired | ||
| May 2011110675 miUS $180 | Engine cooling system (radiator, water pump, thermostat, heater core, etc.), repair Engine cooling system (radiator, water pump, thermostat, heater core, etc.), repair | ||
| Jan 2012123000 miUS $670 | Valve cover gaskets. | ||
| Mar 2012126000 miUS $220 | Replaced right front Link | ||
| Apr 2012126700 miUS $450 | Replaced all four oxygen sensors | ||
| Jun 2012130000 miUS $800 | Valve cover gasket kept leaking after the January repair. Kept taking it back, but they couldn't fix it. Went to a second shop, which found that first shop had damaged the vale cover. Had to replace it along with gasket. | ||
| BMW 5-Series in California, United States Oct 2009 - Mar 2010 | |||
| Nov 200957000 miUS $800 | electric seat adjust for driver seat failed. | ||
2004 BMW 5-Series 4dr Sedan
225-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| BMW 5-Series in California, United States Oct 2012 - Dec 2014 | |||
| Dec 2012120000 miUS $250 | The computer reset itself and said the rear brakes had less than 10% life. Turns out one sensor got ripped out, unknowingly the other was fine. ABS and TracControl went offline. | ||
| Jan 2013126000 miUS $500 | Apparently the intake system likes to 'create leaks', this has been an ongoing issue for months and prevented my car from passing smog... damn touchy computers. Over 100k the Valve Cover Warps because its made of cheap plastic and started to leak all over the headers making it smell like a city bus and spew smoke like TJ Taxi. | ||
| Aug 2014128400 miUS $800 | Cooling system... water pump bearings failed as well as the gaskets. | ||
| BMW 5-Series in Texas, United States Oct 2008 - Apr 2010 | |||
| Dec 200873000 miUS $50 | When starting the car in certain situations, the starter remains engaged for a second or two. Starter replaced but problem reoccurs. | ||
| Jan 200975000 mi | CAS computer replaced. | ||
| Mar 200981000 mi | Continued starting problem. Battery replacement, CAS replacement and starter replacement not successful. | ||
| Apr 200982000 mi | Starting problem continues. Factory recommended cleaning intake system. | ||
| May 200982000 mi | Replaced oil sensor that, if shorted, could cause erratic starting. | ||
| Jun 200984000 mi | Continuing starting problem was fixed with a new fuel injector | ||
| Dec 2009101000 miUS $800 | Front control arm bushings replaced. | ||
| BMW 5-Series in Hong Kong, China Dec 2013 - Mar 2015 | |||
| Dec 201329760 mi$130 | Brake fluid leak due to one of the brake pipe to the wheel leaks | ||
| Feb 201533880 mi$350 | Coolant pipes and pump replacement | ||
| BMW 5-Series in Ontario, Canada Aug 2009 - Jun 2015 | |||
| Dec 200969440 miC $700 | Crankshaft sensor shorted internally. Part replaced. | ||
| Mar 201076570 miC $330 | Replaced MPM (Micro Power Module) in the trunk of the car. The module had shorted out. Replaced MPM (Micro Power Module) in the trunk of the car. The module had shorted out. Replaced battery, was not charging properly anymore. | ||
| Oct 201085560 miC $800 | Engine starter failed and was replaced. | ||
| Jan 2012102920 miC $50 | Faulty Open Circuit Sensor mat on front passenger seat - replaced. There is a recall for this problem but I was told that my VIN was not on the recall list. Replaced burnt out Xenon low beam bulb and for light bulb on right side. | ||
| Nov 2013124660 miC $200 | Replaced broken DISA valve. | ||
| BMW 5-Series in California, United States Jul 2013 - Jul 2014 | |||
| Jul 2014148000 miUS $6000 | Engine motor leaks and AC leaks too. | ||
| BMW 5-Series in South Africa Jun 2013 - Sep 2013 | |||
| Jul 2013103540 miR 4000 | Mass Air Flow sensor being cleaned but needs replacement. | ||
| Sep 2013103540 mi | Failure to engage 5'th gear resulting in continious jumping between 4'th and 5'th. Poor acceleration. | ||
| BMW 5-Series in Pennsylvania, United States Jan 2009 - Jun 2018 | |||
| Sep 2013152000 miUS $50 | replaced valve cover gasket | ||
| Jan 2014152700 miUS $500 | the dealer replaced thew starter motor | ||
| Feb 2015168000 miUS $733 | replace front thrust bushings | ||
| Dec 2016200000 miUS $80 | Replaced water pump and drive belts | ||
| Oct 2017205000 miUS $200 | Replaced Battery | ||
| BMW 5-Series in Victoria, Australia Oct 2013 - Mar 2014 | |||
| Nov 2013106420 mi | Fluid leak, change pan, seal and bolts White smoke, warning low oil message. CCV and pipes replaced | ||
| BMW 5-Series in Missouri, United States Apr 2012 - Jan 2013 | |||
| Jul 201262200 miUS $4200 | Transmission fault occurred while driving on highway requiring replacement of transmission with rebuilt transmission. | ||
| BMW 5-Series in Rhode Island, United States Oct 2014 - Oct 2015 | |||
| Oct 2014130000 miUS $900 | Thermostat & Programming | ||
| Mar 2015134000 mi | driveshaft sensor | ||
| Oct 2015147000 miUS $500 | Airbag-related. I don't recall the exact problem. | ||
| BMW 5-Series in South Carolina, United States Mar 2011 - Apr 2014 | |||
| Apr 201182000 miUS $500 | Head gasket replacement. Passenger seat airbag sensor failed. | ||
| Apr 2014120000 mi | Key malfunction | ||
| BMW 5-Series in Saudi Arabia Sep 2015 - Oct 2015 | |||
| Sep 2015111600 mi﷼2000 | tranny started to hesitate, vibrate and disconnect power frequently.. checked by ZF certified center and they decided the trany slips and the valve body needs service.. they failed to repair and replaced the gearbox | ||
| Oct 2015111600 mi﷼300 | Oil leak | ||
| BMW 5-Series in Ontario, Canada - Jun 2009 | |||
| Oct 200849600 mi | pasenger seat air bag problem | ||
| May 200962620 miC $900 | air bag sensors inside bumbers got defective | ||
| Jun 200963860 mi | Air valve got stuck | ||
| BMW 5-Series in Ohio, United States Feb 2009 - Feb 2011 | |||
| Mar 200956000 miUS $178 | Noisy on startup with rattling heat shield. | ||
| Sep 200965000 miUS $260 | Xenon headlight replacement. The most expensive light bulb I have ever replaced and could not do it myself. | ||
| Jan 201069000 miUS $589 | Thermostat stuck; mediocre heat; dealer repaired problem under CPO warranty | ||
| Jan 201179000 miUS $750 | Worn wheel bearing | ||
| Feb 201179000 mi | Seat heater wire was shorting out and causing a burn hole from the arcing in the leather seat cover $2,400 to repair. | ||
| BMW 5-Series in Nevada, United States Jan 2015 - Feb 2015 | |||
| Feb 2015118000 miUS $500 | mass air flow sensor | ||
| BMW 5-Series in Ontario, Canada Jan 2010 - May 2013 | |||
| Apr 201064760 mi | Rain sensing wipers failed, had to be replaced, and drivers mirror became rusted (oddly enough). | ||
| Jul 201068680 miC $247 | Low tire light came on, was turned off by dealer, sensor replaced. High beam Headlight failure caused repair bill. | ||
| Jul 201189360 miC $2000 | automatic transmission pan replacement waterpump and cooling system replacement control arm, front bushings, front brakes | ||
| BMW 5-Series in California, United States Dec 2013 - Jul 2016 | |||
| Dec 201389000 mi | Car did the infamous gear slam when down shifting from 2 to 1. Would get transmission code when accelerating between speeds of 60-75 MPH when downshift was required. Car would get stuck in 3rd and could be reset by pulling over and restarting. | ||
2004 BMW 5-Series 4dr Sedan
225-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD
| BMW 5-Series in Ontario, Canada Feb 2012 - Jun 2018 | |||
| Sep 2014142600 miC $500 | - valve cover gasket replacement; small oil leak was dripping into the exhaust manifold; smoke and burn odor coming into cabin as spilled oil burned on the hot manifold. | ||
| Oct 2015155000 miC $400 | changed tie rod ends due shimmy/vibration when braking | ||
| BMW 5-Series in Illinois, United States Mar 2010 - Mar 2011 | |||
| Apr 201072000 mi | Low oil pressure warning - replaced oil pressure sensor high pitched noise from steering wheel when turning - replaced steering rack low oil pressure warning - replaced oil pressure sensor // passenger air bag malfunction warning - replaced air bag control // car alarm sounds without cause - replaced hood switch // steering wheel squeaks loudly when turning - replaced steering gear rack // | ||
| May 201072500 mi | Oil pressure dropping at low speed/idle and triggering intermittent low oil pressure warning. Replaced oil pump. Problem has not recurred. | ||
2004 BMW 5-Series 4dr Sedan
225-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed automated manual RWD
| BMW 5-Series in Florida, United States Aug 2013 - Oct 2014 | |||
| Jan 2014US $292 | cooling thermostat,, fluid leakage | ||
| Oct 201445000 mi | Hard cold morning starts... Shop says that the fuel pump went out, again last year it did that same thing and replaced fuel pump.. | ||
| BMW 5-Series in Ontario, Canada Dec 2012 - Oct 2016 | |||
| Jan 2012127100 miC $100 | tranny pan leak . replaced the pan and filter one piece. refilled with OEM ZF Oil. no leak. shifts smoothly. runs and drives -ultimate driving machine | ||
| Jul 2013120860 miC $500 | Coolant flush one hour labour plus coolant. Coolant $28 plus tax. Alternator belt cracked replaced. One hour labour plus parts $ 19. tensioner pullies. $72+172 plus... brake fluid flush.... one hour labour plus paarts. $.. total 500 | ||
| Jan 2014116580 miC $765 | replaced :jan 14. new CCV gasket, rondonts.leaking -changed. Oil seperator and breather hoses. set of 4.clogged. replaced. oil filter housing gasket leaking- changed. 6 NGK PLUGS | ||
| Feb 2014128960 miC $161 | Disa valve changed. kit labour and parts $161. | ||
| Aug 2014135160 miC $125 | changed the control arm. normal wear both front side.parts$200, labour $100 | ||
| Jun 2015151900 miC $1200 | positive battery cable replaced (parts $500)plus tax and labour $400. runs from battery in boot underneath car, where exposed to elements. Starter(bosch)replaced. Original refurnshed starter parts(175)plus tax and labour $250. My Independent mechanic. | ||
| Dec 2015152520 miC $600 | set- tie rod replaced, with oem parts, labour etc. lower thrust arms replaced- set. left and right | ||
| May 2016159020 miC $100 | Parking brake broke replace the drum and cable is loose | ||
| Oct 2016167400 miC $400 | replace coils - and the cc cover gasket and oil filter. parts and labor $700 | ||
| BMW 5-Series in British Columbia, Canada Jul 2010 - Jan 2013 | |||
| Aug 201035340 miC $2500 | Problem with the passenger seat restrain system and bag deplyment system. I was told that the passenger seat sensor is out of order, hence - the entire restraint system is at fault. Hence - the price. | ||
| BMW 5-Series in Maryland, United States Aug 2008 - Jul 2018 | |||
| May 200969000 mi | Main Computer display rebooting, locking up or non-functional. | ||
| Dec 2010102000 miUS $270 | Car would not start after being parked 3 cold days. Dealer said that engine was flooded with fuel. Spark plugs were removed and cleaned. Problem has not reoccurred. | ||
| Oct 2012140800 mi | Dangerous overheating condition on the driver side seat. On the left side of the driver seat (not back section) got so hot in one spot, it burned a small brown spot in the leather. | ||
| Mar 2013152000 miUS $400 | Trunk lid spring and strut worn beyond servicability. Trunk would bang open and rebound when commanded instead of softly and under control. | ||
| Jul 2013160000 miUS $120 | Fuel sensor stopped working. Gas gauge not reliable, car unable to determine MPG and other related data. | ||
| Mar 2015176000 miUS $1000 | The transmission failed and was traced to the SMG pump. | ||
| Apr 2015181800 mi | Then the cooling system developed a leak. Now the SMG Clutch Slave Cylinder is leaking. Car has been back-forth to shop multiple times; it's there now. | ||
| Aug 2016295000 miUS $2000 | AC not working. Required recharge and compressor replacement. Multiple mechanics disagreed on diagnosis. I am not convinced Climate control is working at full functionality (during high humidity conditions with compressor off) | ||
| Mar 2018240000 miUS $600 | Supplemental air pump failure ECU fan faillure | ||
| Jul 2018221100 miUS $500 | Broken Windshield | ||
2004 BMW 5-Series 4dr Sedan
184-horsepower 2.5L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| BMW 5-Series in Virginia, United States Jan 2018 - Mar 2018 | |||
| Jan 2018195000 miUS $745 | fuel pump went out again fuel filter and sender seal | ||
| BMW 5-Series in North Carolina, United States Jul 2013 - Jul 2018 | |||
| Jul 2018104500 mi | Occupancy sensor failure | ||
| BMW 5-Series in Trinidad and Tobago Mar 2010 - Sep 2016 | |||
| May 201140672 mi$500 | Coolant leak, lower radiator hose and temp sensor replaced Valve cover gasket oil leak Engine cooling system (radiator, water pump, thermostat, heater core, etc.), repair Engine, other than above, repair | ||
| Mar 201244640 mi$3500 | Vanos line blocked Transmission gasket, sleeve | ||
| Apr 201454140 mi$2000 | Gradual failure to cool, Noisy AC compressor. AC compressor replaced. | ||
| Jul 201560340 mi$2000 | Coolant tank, hoses replaced Oil sump gasket replaced | ||
| Sep 201561380 mi$1000 | AC condenser replaced | ||
| Jul 201662000 mi$6000 | Transmission rebuilt | ||
| BMW 5-Series in Estonia Jun 2010 - Dec 2012 | |||
| Apr 2011128960 mi€500 | Front suspension | ||
| Sep 2011133300 mi | Front shock absorbers had an oil leak and froze at -25 degrees celsius. | ||
| BMW 5-Series in Norway Aug 2008 - Dec 2016 | |||
| Feb 201187420 mi$3000 | Worn suspension parts f and r, no noticeable play, but outside acceptable limits and thus parts replaced | ||
| Aug 2013110520 mi$800 | grinding noise identified as som out front bearing. | ||
| Aug 2015126840 mi$400 | Both rear springs broken | ||
| Mar 2016132060 mi$250 | Error message about low oil pressure. Diagnosed as faulty sensor, sensor replaced. | ||
| Sep 2016133300 mi$2000 | Low oil pressure warning came on with warm engine on idle. Oil-pressure sensor replaced, computer (re-)programmed. Situation with warning improved, but not completely alleviated. New trip to shop scheduled. Brake lines rusted out, all lines replaced. | ||
| Nov 2016133300 mi$1800 | Low oil pressure warning came on with engine on idle. Sensor(-s) replaced, computer re-programmed, engine checked, fault did not appear again. | ||
2004 BMW 5-Series 4dr Sedan
184-horsepower 2.5L I6 6-speed manual RWD
| BMW 5-Series in Maryland, United States Apr 2013 - Jun 2022 | |||
| Aug 201390000 miUS $60 | Valve cover gasket was leaking oil onto exhaust manifold. Replaced valve cover gasket | ||
| Jan 2015133000 miUS $55 | Thermostat failed in open position resulting in little to no heat from vents. Replaced thermostat | ||
| Jun 2016131000 mi | Airbag light was on. Shop cleared the codes and light has not come on again. | ||
| Sep 2016133000 miUS $30 | Windshield washer tank started leaking. Fixed tank and washer pump started leaking. Both replaced easily | ||
| Feb 2017137000 mi | Traction control keeps warning me that something is wrong and that it might not work. Haven't had it diagnosed yet | ||
| Nov 2017145000 miUS $300 | Crank case ventilation system was broken and leaking oil. Replaced entire system | ||
| Apr 2018147000 mi | SRS warning light came on. Reset light and it did not return | ||
2004 BMW 5-Series 4dr Sedan
184-horsepower 2.5L I6 6-speed automated manual RWD
| BMW 5-Series in Texas, United States May 2010 - Dec 2016 | |||
| Sep 201034000 mi | Right rear taillight failure indicator came on. Drove like that for over a week, finally took it to well-regarded non-dealer German car repair shop. They replaced the bulb no charge, but two days later the same indicator light returned. | ||
| Jun 201140000 miUS $46 | Tail light failure light problem recurred - took to BMW dealer along with regular maintenance appointment. Dealer replaced lights. | ||
| Feb 201247000 miUS $768 | Car had warnings coming on at unusual times - one day they seemed to all come on at once (transmission, cruise control, etc. Wipers turned on without prompting. Dealer said water in trunk led to corrosion of elec sys, replaced controller. Per above repair, warning light for windshield washer fluid came on even though had just refilled. Dealer discovered leak in windshield washer pump, replaced pump. | ||
| Mar 201672000 mi | Car "transmission failsafe" light came on after going up a steep hill. Repair shop could not find a problem. | ||
| Sep 201674000 miUS $6000 | After March transmission fault light, experienced same light. Went directly to transmission shop, they said problems with 1-2 and 4-5 gears required rebuilt transmission, at least $6K. Will not repair, will replace car. | ||
| Dec 201674000 mi | Replaced car instead of rebuilding transmission. | ||
| BMW 5-Series in New York, United States Sep 2014 - Oct 2017 | |||
| Oct 201758000 miUS $1100 | Hydraulic fluid pump for SMG transmission broke. | ||
2003.5 BMW 5-Series 4dr Sedan
225-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| BMW 5-Series in Singapore Apr 2012 - Oct 2012 | |||
| May 2012115100 mi$2000 | Alternator went dead, not recharging batteries. Everything else start to fail. Critical components include the radiator cooling fan. This caused overheating (not reported by BMW computer bcos of low battery power) and caused radiator crack. Angel lights not working. Turns out that the internal wirings have aged so badly (8.5 years ) that the rubber coating on the wires chips off. Headlights were removed. That caused more damage because of wires short circuit. | ||
| Jul 2012116660 mi$3000 | Abnormal sound from suspension. Worn suspension caused uneven tire wear? Worn front wheel bearings caused loud knocking sound during braking. | ||
| Aug 2012116760 mi$800 | ARS and Dynamic Drive failure due to leak of steering fluid somewhere in the system. | ||
| Sep 2012117180 mi$1000 | Aircon failure | ||
| Oct 2012117180 mi | Cruise control failure Active steering calibration error. Would cost $5,000 US to fix both systems. Got a 2012 instead. | ||
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