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2005 BMW X5 repairs by problem area
Engine (33%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (14%)
Brakes and Traction Control (4%)
Suspension and Steering (13%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (27%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (1%)
Other (9%)
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 159 repairs.
2005 BMW X5 electrical repair cost distribution
$2500+ (6%)
$1000 - $2499 (14%)
$500 - $999 (14%)
$100 - $499 (37%)
< $100 (29%)
Chart based on 35 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
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
| 81000 mi US $200 |
Alternator |
| 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. |
| 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. |
| 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. |
2005 BMW X5 4dr SUV
225-horsepower 3.0L I6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 100300 mi US $550 |
Replaced window regulator. |
| 61700 mi US $1038 |
radiator cooling fan had to be replaced, when this fan goes bad ac compressor won't start |
| 246000 mi US $527 |
Replaced electric window actuator |
| 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 |
| 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. |
| 58000 mi US $295 |
rear headlight assembly corroded and rusted, ostensibly from car washes (allegedly). |
| 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. |
| 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. :-( |
| 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. |
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