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2017 BMW X5 repairs by problem area

Engine (17%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (11%)

Brakes and Traction Control (0%)

Suspension and Steering (17%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (39%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (11%)

Other (0%)

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2017 BMW X5 electrical repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (17%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (0%)

< $100 (83%)

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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.

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 

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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 

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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. 

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2017 BMW X5 Electrical Problems

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