2006 BMW X5 BMW X5 2006

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2006 BMW X5 repairs by problem area

Engine (38%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (4%)

Brakes and Traction Control (4%)

Suspension and Steering (17%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (26%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (2%)

Other (8%)

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2006 BMW X5 brake repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (50%)

$100 - $499 (17%)

< $100 (33%)

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Chart based on 6 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2006 BMW X5 4dr SUV

225-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed manual AWD

99500 mi

US $800
DSC light came on and 4x4 inactive, needed a wheel speed sensor and one under the center console. 

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2006 BMW X5 4dr SUV

225-horsepower 3.0L I6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD

119000 mi

US $460
Rear brake pad and rotor replacement 
121000 mi Front rotors were warped. Pads and rotors replaced under warranty 
108000 mi

US $800
Rusted brake line. Upon replacement of line, rear brakes would not work. Master cylinder was said to be bad and replaced. 
63000 mi

US $600
Steering angle sensor needed to be replaced 
87000 mi

US $53
Right front brake caliper seized, replaced along with front brake pads and rotors. 

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2006 BMW X5 Brake Problems

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