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2010 BMW 5-Series repairs by problem area

Engine (49%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (4%)

Brakes and Traction Control (2%)

Suspension and Steering (12%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (24%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (6%)

Other (3%)

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2010 BMW 5-Series repair cost distribution

$2500+ (3%)

$1000 - $2499 (21%)

$500 - $999 (15%)

$100 - $499 (24%)

< $100 (38%)

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BMW 5-Series in New Jersey, United States Jan 2012 - Feb 2012
Feb 2012 28000 mi	Windshield wipers would not work Car sometimes will not start after sitting idle for a couple of days. Service could not find any issues with battery or charging.

BMW 5-Series in Germany Dec 2015 - Nov 2016
Aug 2016 87860 mi €2000	Fuel injectors replaced

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BMW 5-Series in Massachusetts, United States Oct 2012 - Jun 2018
Jan 2013 46700 mi	"High Battery Drain" error message. A fault with the keyless entry and ignition system ("confort access") was identified as the cause. A driver side front door handle assemby needed replacement; the key fobs needed replacement.
Aug 2013 29700 mi	The dealer took two attempts to diagnose; the mechanic's described the problem as "sooted and wet fuel injectors." The dealer replaced all 6 injectors under warranty.
Feb 2014 36300 mi US $500	Control arm bushings failure discovered during routine brake service. Replaced. Oil cooler (heat exchanger) leakage: a known problem with the N52 engines.
Aug 2014 39000 mi	Failure of "anti-trap" function of rear windows that resulted in inability to close rear windows completely. Related - failure of left side mirror folding system.
Oct 2015 50200 mi US $1600	Failed gasket leading to large oil leak onto the exhaust manifold, accompanied by a smell of burning oil. Wipers fail when it rains: a relay shorts, completely incapacitating the wipers.
Aug 2016 56000 mi US $1200	TPMS RF transciever failure. (It was not the TPMS sensor in the wheel that failed - the failure was by the central receiving and processing unit). Dealer replaced the unit.
Feb 2017 64000 mi US $1300	Leaking oil; oil leaked through a gasket and accumulated in the exhaust manifold.
Mar 2018 70000 mi	Failure of high pressure fuel pump valve

BMW 5-Series in Ontario, Canada Dec 2014 - Jun 2018
Jan 2015 82500 mi C $300	Battery replaced. Front suspension squeaking over speed bumps. Sway bar lubed. Still does it. My mechanic says they all do it, on cold mornings more so.
Jul 2015 78100 mi C $1150	Electric cooling pump went, left me stranded. CAA tow necessary.
Aug 2015 79300 mi C $400	Coil packs all 6 replaced
Oct 2015 81620 mi C $3000	Replace all 6 fuel injectors, due to stumbling idle on cold morning
Feb 2016 83700 mi C $680	Diversity Antenna stopping working, water corroded the circuit board. Key fob stopped working as a result.
Jun 2016 88660 mi C $120	Rear Tailgate glass microswitch failed
Jan 2017 94240 mi	Rear Tailgate glass microswitch failed, again. Replaced under warranty by my Indy BMW mech.
Jul 2017 98270 mi C $900	Water pump failed, again.
Dec 2017 103540 mi C $520	Oil canister leaking & soiled serpentine belt as a result so replace that as well.
Jan 2018 104160 mi C $1673	Tailgate Hatch Hydraulic Cylinder was replaced.
Mar 2018 104780 mi C $460	Battery replaced with AGM unit. Sway bar end link replaced right front side.

BMW 5-Series in Michigan, United States Feb 2013 - Apr 2016
Mar 2013 31000 mi	Tow hook cover replaced. USB input came loose.

BMW 5-Series in Washington, United States Sep 2011 - Apr 2013
Mar 2011	Driver seat heater replacement
Jun 2012 28000 mi	3 injectors replaced
Mar 2013 36000 mi	All 6 injectors replaced. Driver's seat heater replaced

BMW 5-Series in Connecticut, United States Feb 2016 - May 2021
Apr 2016 98000 mi US $725	Electric water pump failed without warning and left me stranded in the middle of a highway interchange. Replaced entire system (t-stat, pump, hoses) except for the radiator.
Aug 2016 102700 mi	CEL for stuck wastegates. Resolved itself, but turbo now make noise. Ran on 5 cylinders. Oil on plugs. Cleaned for now, but the valve cover gasket will need to be replaced.
Jan 2017 US $250	Replaced leaking valve cover gasket and spark plugs. Also replaced vanos intake valve.
Mar 2017 111000 mi US $200	Battery was replaced and registered.
Apr 2017 112000 mi US $330	The intake ports were clogged with carbon buildup. The engine ran rough, no power, slow to respond, and would run on 5 cylinders. Cleaned intake with walnut blasting.
Jul 2017 115800 mi US $550	Front suspension was clunking and the tires wore unevenly. Replaced control arms and got the car aligned.
Mar 2018 125000 mi US $600	Replaced original rotors, front and rear with new, pads were also replaced. Brake fluid replaced
May 2018 125000 mi US $600	Replaced worn struts
Sep 2019 145000 mi US $800	Replaced entire cooling system. Radiator, expansion tank, hoses, plus belt and pulley, plus spark plugs Replaced battery too
Oct 2019 145000 mi	replaced failed oil filter gasket Replaced rear hatch powered lift strut. Replaced negative battery terminal sensor - repeated battery capacity issue after replacing battery Replaced valve cover and gasket
Dec 2019 147000 mi US $200	High pressure fuel pump replaced Low oil pressure sender replaced

BMW 5-Series in Florida, United States Jan 2012 - Jul 2012
Feb 2012 12000 mi	rear liftgate failure

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BMW 5-Series in South Carolina, United States Nov 2013 - Dec 2021
Aug 2014 48000 mi US $488	replaced tail light wire
Mar 2017 76000 mi US $1420	Replacement of Oil Filter Housing Gasket, plus upper radiator and themostat hoses saturated by engine oil leak. Replacement of battery cables. Oil & Flter changes.
Apr 2018 89000 mi	Cracked wheel. Caused premature wear of all four tires, necessitating replacement with less than $12,000 miles wear. Cost of new wheel, plus new tires, was $1,400.

BMW 5-Series in Tennessee, United States Nov 2012 - May 2018
Jan 2013 95200 mi	High pressure fuel pump
Aug 2014 70800 mi US $1230	Replaced water pump after it failed, plus thermostat.
Dec 2014 75000 mi US $1356	Valve cover gasket, oil cooler gasket, and oil filter. Spark plugs, Belt tensioner, AC belt, Idler pulley top and bottom. Upper radiator hose.
Apr 2015 79800 mi US $1300	Water pump replacement
Mar 2016 94000 mi US $800	Upper and lower radiator hoses
Oct 2016 101000 mi US $75	Replace Expansion Tank
Nov 2016 102200 mi US $260	Replaced all six coil packs and spark plugs.
Apr 2017 110000 mi US $246	Battery Replaced as suggested by Dealer. I replaced battery on my own
Aug 2017 113000 mi US $20	Replaced upper and lower control arms (Front) Replace front and rear break pads and rotors Replace Valve Cover and gasket. Dealer said the old one was cracked but it wasn't. Replaced Vanos Camshaft valve (two) Replaced Oil Filter Housing and oil cooler gaskets. Replaced Windshield washer pump Replaced fuel cap Brake pads front and back Wind shield washer pump replaced
Apr 2018 126000 mi US $30	Replaced windshield washer pump.
May 2018 129000 mi US $1600	Water Pump replaced

BMW 5-Series in California, United States Jul 2014 - Sep 2014
Jul 2014 73000 mi US $1000	Water pump cracked overheated.

BMW 5-Series in Texas, United States May 2016 - Dec 2017
Feb 2017 48000 mi US $7100	Replaced injectors, walnut blast cleaned intake valves, replaced a few coils,

BMW 5-Series in Alabama, United States Sep 2011 - Jul 2013
Mar 2011 11000 mi	Windows were creaking. Cleaned windows and added teflon tape.

BMW 5-Series in Virginia, United States Dec 2011 - Mar 2013
Feb 2013 29900 mi	The lumbar support in the driver side seat was broken and had to be replaced.

BMW 5-Series in California, United States Sep 2010 - Jan 2013
Oct 2010 8614 mi	replaced fuel pump.
Jun 2012 32000 mi	left headlight replaced

BMW 5-Series in Pennsylvania, United States Sep 2010 - Sep 2012
Sep 2010 16000 mi	High pressure fuel pump issue (common problem with N54 engine). Changed program parameters for HPFP - did not replace it. Car at dealer for 3 days.

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BMW 5-Series in Virginia, United States Sep 2011 - Sep 2015
Apr 2013 114000 mi US $1500	oil leaking from valve cover, replaced gasket
Jan 2014 113000 mi US $1000	When temperatures dropped to the teens the car would not maintain idle and would stall. Engine service light would come on. Error code was not captured in computer. Tech could not diagnose although could duplicate problem.
May 2015 177000 mi US $1400	High pressure fuel pump needed replacing

BMW 5-Series in Massachusetts, United States Nov 2012 - Sep 2017
Mar 2013 25000 mi	Warning light illuminated related to transmission while driving on highway. Dealer was unable to pull code.
Sep 2013 27000 mi	VANOS failure, vehicle entered Limp Mode
Jan 2014 49200 mi US $500	Battery died.
Feb 2015 56400 mi	misfire when cold, dealer replaced intake manifold, all injectors, all spark plugs; improved but not gone, CEL now off and BMW considers it fixed. related to other repair, misfire killed all catalytic converters, replaced all.
Jun 2015 65000 mi	car doors would lock on their own occasionally, sometimes not unlock, windows occasionally inoperative, only to resume operation dealer claimed no issue but problem seems to have cleared up for now
Sep 2015 68000 mi	Had to apply brakes hard - all lights on dashboard came on, engine entered limp mode. Took to dealer, diagnosed as failed VANOS but then was unable to replicate. No parts replaced.
Aug 2016 77000 mi US $1100	Water pump failure. Replaced water pump. Oil filter cooler gasket failure noticed during water pump repair; replaced gaskets.

BMW 5-Series in Rhode Island, United States Nov 2015 - Feb 2022
Oct 2017 74000 mi	Leaky fuel injector Water pump failed
Mar 2018 81000 mi	Valve cover gasket replaced
Jun 2020 110000 mi US $400	Valve cover cracked and leaking oil, Valve cover was replaced.

BMW 5-Series in California, United States May 2016 - May 2017
Dec 2016 105000 mi US $1000	Oil leak, valve gasket
Jan 2017 105000 mi	Fuel Injectors replaced under extended warranty.
May 2017 108000 mi	Damaged rod bearing

BMW 5-Series in British Columbia, Canada Dec 2012 - Jul 2015
Aug 2014 71300 mi C $90	Audio cuts out intermittently. Dealer says cannot trace fault unless not working at time of testing. On a number of forums this seems to be a chronic problem, where the amp fails. $800+ to repair. Update: Might have resolved itself.
Feb 2015 79980 mi C $320	Engine felt like it was miss firing. Took to BMW and they wanted $160 to put on computer. Took to other shop who did this for free, needed plugs. Got them replaced. All good.

BMW 5-Series in Michigan, United States Mar 2013 - Jan 2014
May 2013 41600 mi	Vanos replaced
Jan 2014 US $295	rough running, check engine light came on. 1st trip, one bank of 3 injectors replaced. Temp fixed problem. 2 days later, rough running returned, took back in, 2nd bank of three injectors replaced. Catalytic converters now need to be replaced Worn bushing causing groaning over bumps. Catalytic converters now need to be replaced. Damaged by bad injectors.

BMW 5-Series in Virginia, United States Sep 2009 - May 2013
Dec 2009	Side bolsters on driver side sport seats stopped working. Motor replaced.
Jul 2010	Lighting module reinitialized after automatic headlights, turn signals, and brake lights suddenly stopped working.
Oct 2012 23000 mi	Overheat warning came on and car was on greatly reduced power. Switched engine off and back on, problem disappeared. Dealer could not reproduce despite extended diagnostic runs. Suspect computer malfunction due to low battery voltage.
Mar 2013 25000 mi	Oil seepage from pan

BMW 5-Series in New York, United States Sep 2011 - May 2016
Jul 2013 48800 mi	low pressure fuel sensor had faults. car ran rough when cold
Aug 2013 51000 mi	Cold idle sensor
Oct 2013 53200 mi	all 6 fuel injectors were replaced which fixed the problem.

BMW 5-Series in California, United States Mar 2014 - May 2019
Jul 2014 82500 mi US $1800	Third trip for fuel injector 3 and 6 replacement. Changed all 6 this time per BMW Service Bulletin. Hoping the repair sticks. Front right "Halo" replacement.
Apr 2016 105000 mi US $600	I don't remember the exact repair.
Jun 2016 108000 mi US $500	Cooling hose deteriorated and broke. Also discovered a crack in the cooling fan housing. Repaired (plastic) housing with a bonding glue, then braced with a permanent clamp. Replaced coolant hose assembly.
Oct 2017 133000 mi	Fuel pump failure while driving car. The issue did not reproduce. Fuel pump continues to work without any new fault codes.
Nov 2017 134000 mi US $750	Car appeared to run fine. In-tank fuel pump failed two days later. Fuel pump failure. Lots of fault codes for HP pump, in-tank pump and control unit. No clear indication of root cause. Replaced the high pressure fuel pump.
Feb 2018 136000 mi US $400	replaced fuel pump control module

BMW 5-Series in North Carolina, United States Sep 2016 - Jan 2018
Feb 2017 66000 mi	Fuel pump died, changed under warranty
Sep 2017 70000 mi US $400	Water pump #1 changed
Jan 2018 76000 mi US $400	Water pump #2 changed

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BMW 5-Series in California, United States Dec 2017 - Jul 2018
Jan 2018 92000 mi US $20	water stuck in rear passenger side door. owner unclugged the drain. oil leak from filler cap into engine bay and the ground. replaced filler cap with OEM part.
Feb 2018 93000 mi US $200	threw p0172 obd code and 29e0 bmw code replaced coil pack, spark plugs, cleaned carbon build-up with seafoam, lacquer thinner and berryman 2610. has not seen code for 300 miles.
Jul 2018 95000 mi US $800	water pump failed. replaced with new one along with thermostat

BMW 5-Series in California, United States Feb 2011 - Mar 2011
Feb 2011 17000 mi	Car repeatedly stalled due to overheating - was 'repaired' several times - eventually fell into a CA Lemon Law situation - BMW took car back and refunded all prior payments - I am no longer the owner of this vehicle.

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BMW 5-Series in Arkansas, United States Aug 2012 - Sep 2014
Mar 2013 57000 mi US $634	Battery died

BMW 5-Series in New York, United States May 2013 - Jun 2015
Jun 2013 63000 mi US $180	Left Front Strut leaking and damaged. This is a 550i M-Sport. Car was bouncing on bumpy roads. Both Front Struts were replaced with Sachs OEM Struts for 550i M-Sport.
Mar 2015 72000 mi US $325	SAT Gear Shifter malfunctioned; would not go into reverse. Replaced the SAT Gear Shifter with a new unit. The ribbon cable was broken.

BMW 5-Series in California, United States Feb 2012 - Apr 2013
Mar 2012 12000 mi	Oil sensor reported oil level high
Jul 2012 13800 mi	steering wheel medallion dented
Nov 2012 18700 mi	Hesitation on acceleration from low rpm
Apr 2013 22000 mi	steering wheel medallion dented

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BMW 5-Series in Arizona, United States Sep 2011 - Jun 2016
Oct 2011 20000 mi	Rattle from bracket holding exhaust. Dealer replaced with an improved bracket. Rattle from bracket holding exhaust. Dealer replaced with an improved bracket.
Mar 2013 36000 mi	Clip holding trim piece to dashboard broke and was replaced
May 2013 37700 mi	Lane departure warning system failed (camera)
Dec 2013 45000 mi	Battery with low charge warning. Dealer found fault with battery controller.

BMW 5-Series in Florida, United States Nov 2011 - Sep 2014
Dec 2012 42000 mi	Headlight out. Replaced under warranty.

BMW 5-Series in California, United States Apr 2012 - Dec 2017
Nov 2012 39400 mi	Nearly dead battery (stored too long between owners)
Jan 2013 40700 mi US $500	Trunklid motor. Do not know if adjusted or replaced.
May 2013 44000 mi	Brake system warning from on board displays
Feb 2017 79000 mi US $500	Oil plumbing had significant leak, which was discovered when the idiot light came on for the oil level.
Sep 2017 86000 mi US $2000	Gasket leak fixed.

BMW 5-Series in Georgia, United States Apr 2013 - Mar 2016
Jul 2013 33000 mi US $200	Windshield washer motor stopped working

BMW 5-Series in Ohio, United States Dec 2012 - Jan 2022
Feb 2013 19100 mi	iPod connector was inoperative Service bulletin used to fix excessive vibration at idle sib 18-02-08
Dec 2013 28000 mi	Wipers would not shut off and rest in the correct place. Were reprogrammed.
Feb 2014 31000 mi	Squeaking suspension when going over a speed bump.
Nov 2015 68000 mi	Starter is beginning to stick after the car starts. A reportedly common problem with this model after a few years. Worst when car sits a few days. Dealer, predictably, could NOT reproduce problem and sent me home without making any repairs
Mar 2017 94000 mi US $225	Car began to stumble upon hard acceleration. Diagnosed as either a bad stick coil or bad plug or bad fuel injectors, in that order. I was due for 100k mile plug replacement. So I replaced plugs and stick coils at the same time. Not a hard task if you watch how to remove all the plastic stuff in the way. Car now runs like new!
Jun 2017 97000 mi US $4000	This one hurt. Auto trans was not always shifting to 6th gear on the highway. Noticed lower mileage. Took it in for service and they finally got a fault that pointed to the valve body ($2500 cheap) in the transmission. That plus a fix of an oil filter housing leak plus a recommended updated radiator upper hose and I was at $4k. Still love the car, but that was a tough pill.
Jul 2017 99000 mi US $1200	A/c compressor was making a loud whine. About to fail, so replaced. Still whines some, not like a new car. Rebuilt units must be not so perfect.
Apr 2018 113000 mi US $240	Rear shock replacement.
May 2021 136000 mi US $450	Battery was draining slowly, yet battery tested fine. IBS (intelligent battery sensor) was bad and replaced. Took lots of testing to find problem.
Jun 2021 136000 mi US $250	Valve cover was leaking oil. Replaced gaskets, and serpentine belt/pulley, idler.

BMW 5-Series in Pennsylvania, United States Feb 2013 - Jan 2015
Sep 2013 57000 mi US $95	A/C blower motor stopped working - it was traced to a faulty capacitor.
Oct 2014 94000 mi US $58	Crankcase vent was replaced
Jan 2015 US $50	The variable valve system failed - had to be replaced

BMW 5-Series in Georgia, United States Jan 2016 - Jun 2018
Apr 2018 57000 mi US $300	Valve cover gadget

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BMW 5-Series in Ontario, Canada Oct 2014 - Sep 2018
Mar 2015 73160 mi C $1600	Replaced, front thrust arms, ball joints and lower control arms
Jul 2016 91540 mi C $1400	Eccentric shaft sensor replaced, the symptoms were rough idle and occasional loss of power
Sep 2018 111600 mi C $120	Replaced front window moulding and rear window moulding as they both were disintegrating

BMW 5-Series in Indiana, United States Jun 2014 - Jun 2014
Jun 2014 68000 mi US $365	rear window regulator failed

BMW 5-Series in Connecticut, United States Nov 2015 - Sep 2021
Dec 2015 81000 mi US $740	Oil leak from pinion seal on rear differential. Seal replaced.
Mar 2016 83000 mi US $1185	Power steering fluid leaking from reservoir cap. Cap o-ring replaced. Valve cover gasket leaking. Gasket replaced. Car front suspension was "crashing" over large bumps. Front lower control arms were worn. Control arms were replaced.
Sep 2016 84000 mi US $1756	Car was making a loud whining noise at moderate speed. Rear diff had locked up. Repaired by replacing with used part. Last year, the diff was leaking and seal was replaced. It's likely that this previous seal failure caused this.
Mar 2017 86000 mi US $1604	Power steering hose was leaking. Hose replaced, system flushed/refilled. Oil pan gasket was leaking. It was replaced.
Sep 2017 89000 mi US $25	Oil leak from the top of the engine, causing a burning smell when stopped at traffic light (probably small amounts of oil dripping from passenger side of engine onto exhaust manifold). Appears to be mostly leaking from the valvetronic motor seal. Replaced that seal, along with the filler cap. Still getting some oil from the top of the engine.
Apr 2018 91182 mi US $27	Secondary hood latch was very rusted, and was becoming difficult to open. Replaced it with a new one.
Nov 2018 93732 mi	PCV Valve Heater recall
Dec 2018 93820 mi US $2391	tie rod ends replaced front axles replaced
Mar 2019 96886 mi US $362	RF Lower rearward control arm replaced
Oct 2019 102000 mi	Trunk intermittently not unlocking. Found wires with insulation worn away. Wrapped them with electrical tape.
Aug 2020 107461 mi US $1770	Valve cover cover replaced (incl ignition coils and spark plugs)
Dec 2020 108818 mi US $11	passenger side DRL
Aug 2021 112497 mi US $1244	inner and outer front CV boots replaced, both sides

BMW 5-Series in Ontario, Canada Oct 2020 - Oct 2024
Mar 2022 124000 mi C $780	Replaced blown strut and spring assembly on front passenger, which included sheared off sway bar linkage as part of the failure.

BMW 5-Series in Colorado, United States Dec 2013 - Mar 2016
Jun 2014 58000 mi US $500	New belt tensioner Hydraulic fluid leak
Jun 2015 74000 mi US $1300	new tires and re-balance, but this failed to fix ongoing wheel vibration problem
Mar 2016 84000 mi US $900	New transmission pan and gasket, fluid, and filter valve cover gasket oil leak

BMW 5-Series in Massachusetts, United States Jul 2015 - Mar 2018
Feb 2018 98000 mi US $384	changed plugs and replaced one malfunctioning coil!!

BMW 5-Series in New York, United States Apr 2013 - Jan 2016
Jan 2014 56200 mi	Car running rough. Ignition coil replaced.
Feb 2015 47000 mi US $50	Ignition coils replaced under CPO warranty
May 2015 52000 mi US $250	Battery replaced.

BMW 5-Series in Pennsylvania, United States Nov 2012 - Jun 2018
Jan 2013 38000 mi	No power to 12v outlets, fuse replaced. Navigation system issue on NJ Turnpike, directions only for truck side, requested at every exit to leave car side. Dealer updated navigation software. Seat belt button (stop for buckle) missing, replaced by dealer. Wiring visible under driver's side exterior mirror. Wood trim fell off ashtray when opened, trim panel replaced. Electronic throttle response delayed when accelerating, dealer updated software.
Jun 2017 66150 mi US $1200	Control arm bushings replaced plus alignment.

BMW 5-Series in Ontario, Canada Sep 2011 - Sep 2018
Jan 2012 41480 mi	Rear suspension bushings seized. Made a grinding noise when going over speed bumps.
Mar 2013 45260 mi	Licence Plate and L.S. DLR lights burnt out. Replaced at n/c. Still complained about my rotors being smeared with brake lining material...normal wear/tear is response. Again!!!Told to brake 'harder'...HAHAHA. What a joke.
Feb 2014 57200 mi C $100	Same as other bimmers...battery leakage during cold weather. Nothing else connected but still leaks. Added a trickle charger. Did not take to dealer cause I'll get same excuses as other.
Jan 2015 63860 mi C $500	Psgr side tie rod loose. Both sides changed with wheel alignment using German-made parts (supplier supplies BMW)
May 2015 66200 mi C $280	Replaced battery with Delco matched to the lead-acid original. Connected same amp. shop battery under hood so that it didn't need to be re-programmed at all after disconnecting old battery and reconnecting the new battery. Fixed problems with draining.

BMW 5-Series in Kansas, United States Nov 2012 - Dec 2015
Jun 2013 66000 mi	Drivers door handle came off car. Removed door panel and re-installed handle.
Nov 2014 82000 mi US $144	Both upper control arm bushings and ball joints
Dec 2014 84000 mi	Sway bar bushings made noise in cold temperatures. Wrapped bar with Teflon tape and reinstalled bushings.
Feb 2015 86000 mi US $107	Replaced Battery and purchased diagnostic tool to registrar battery. Battery $125 Tool $170. Bad oxygen sensor pre cat bank 2
Sep 2015 93000 mi US $80	Driver rear wheel bearing went bad. Symptom: Grinding noise. Replaced wheel bearing with aftermarket part. Issue resolved
Oct 2015 93000 mi US $240	Lower control arm replacement and Ft. Rotor resurfacing.

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BMW 5-Series in Massachusetts, United States Oct 2012 - Feb 2019
Jan 2014 48500 mi US $1500	Buttons died on radio then screen went black no known repair at this time.
Jun 2014 43000 mi	Navigation unit died new one ordered and coded.

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BMW 5-Series in Netherlands Sep 2011 - Jul 2015
Jul 2015 86800 mi €250	rear suspension air chamber replacement

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BMW 5-Series in California, United States Apr 2011 - Jun 2018
Dec 2013 43000 mi	Battery was low and triggering random errors in the system. BMW at first refused to replace the battery, which is why it took a second visit (2 days the first time, a few hours the second time around).
Mar 2016 78000 mi US $2700	Oil leak
Dec 2016 90000 mi US $2000	Leaking coolant, replaced reservoir
Dec 2017 115000 mi US $1500	Hatchback door

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BMW 5-Series in Connecticut, United States Jul 2009 - Oct 2014
Oct 2014 80000 mi	fuel pump blew stranding me on the road

BMW 5-Series in New Jersey, United States Sep 2008 - Jun 2011
Aug 2009 6000 mi	Check engine light came on. Told that the fuel pump registered out of gas. Misfire in cylinder 3. Check engine light came on again. Told again that the fuel pump registered out of gas. Misfire in cylinder 3. Check engine light came on. Fuel pump out of fuel. Cylinder 3 misfire. Replaced fuel injector on cylinder 3 and spark plug.
Jan 2010 10000 mi	Check engine light came on. Unrelated to filling of gas cap. Reset of computer and a software update rectified the problem.

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BMW 5-Series in Great Britain May 2009 - Jul 2021
Jul 2009 2000 mi	OBC warning message 'battery disconnected'
Feb 2011 18000 mi	power steering failure. leak in fluid pipe causing no power assistance.
Jun 2016 49000 mi £50	Gas recharge
Sep 2016 51000 mi £250	Condenser replaced

BMW 5-Series in Indiana, United States Mar 2010 - Mar 2011
Aug 2010 12300 mi	Catalytic converter.
Dec 2010 18000 mi	High pressure fuel pump (HPFP). Hesitation and long cranks.

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BMW 5-Series in Texas, United States Dec 2011 - Sep 2015
Nov 2012 39100 mi	the Fuel pressure sensor had stopped working. When we start the car, it would stall as soon as we try to drive it.
Feb 2014 51000 mi US $50	Had a warning about engine over heating. The issue was with the water pump. Luckily i had the extended warranty so the charge was only the 50 deductible.
Sep 2014 59000 mi US $700	Replaced daytime running light.

BMW 5-Series in Sweden Sep 2013 - Sep 2014
May 2014 102340 mi $1	I couldn't open the window on the "boot cover" and the wiper on the "boot cover" didn't work The boot cover was very hard to open due to bad gas springs

BMW 5-Series in Washington, United States Jul 2012 - Jan 2013
Sep 2012 45000 mi	Fuel injectors malfunctioned
Jan 2013	Water Pump malfunctioned Oil Filter gasket leak

BMW 5-Series in Texas, United States Jun 2011 - Jun 2014
Jul 2011 22000 mi	satellite not working; it was replaced under original warranty, software updated, and has been working since.
Jun 2012 39000 mi	Sunroof cover would not retract (open) simultaneously with opening of sunroof.
Sep 2012 41000 mi US $700	Carbon build-up. Bent rims, tire pressure sensor broken.

BMW 5-Series in California, United States Apr 2014 - Sep 2014
May 2014 60500 mi	Replaced high pressure fuel pump. Warranty

BMW 5-Series in Connecticut, United States Jun 2011 - Oct 2014
Apr 2013 27200 mi	Navigation system was malfunctioning.

BMW 5-Series in California, United States Jun 2016 - Aug 2017
Jun 2016 84000 mi US $1000	Serpentine belt broke because of an oil leak that was barely visible when looking at the top side of the engine. Belt got oily and wore down. Still leaking and need to bring it back in.
Jul 2016 84000 mi US $695	When the belt broke, pieces of the belt were embedded in the crank seal. Crank seal replace and car is running well.

BMW 5-Series in Texas, United States Dec 2011 - Apr 2014
Mar 2013 43000 mi US $500	Lower control arm passenger side defective.
Dec 2013 54000 mi US $500	Windshield washer pump leak.
Jan 2014 44800 mi US $1200	Defective water pump and thermostat.
Apr 2014 57000 mi	Trunk lid would not open by remote or inside the car button. Left rear passenger window mechanism broke down. Window felt inside the door.

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BMW 5-Series in Washington, United States Oct 2010 - Mar 2012
May 2011 14000 mi	Low pressure fuel sensor, high pressure fuel pump, injectors. Just about week prior to my appointment for the recall, exhibited a rough idle during morning start-ups. This had never happened in the past.

BMW 5-Series in Massachusetts, United States Feb 2010 - Jun 2011
Mar 2010 58000 mi US $600	Flickering idrive video. BMW took 3 hours to figure out which fuse it was and changed a fuse and a cable. Charged $600+

BMW 5-Series in Ohio, United States Jun 2015 - Oct 2015
Jul 2015 53000 mi	Trunk flooded with water. Sunroof drains were blocked, causing problem. Repair shop fixed for free.
Oct 2015 58000 mi US $640	Replace front radius/control arm bushings Leak at oil filter housing required replacement of oil filter stand gasket, oil cooler, oil cooler seal, oil cooler seal at radiator housing, and radiator hose - upper.

BMW 5-Series in New York, United States May 2009 - Jul 2022
Jun 2010 18000 mi	L/F Output Shaft Seal failed and was leaking. Seal Replaced under Warranty. This is a 535XI (AWD) sedan.
Aug 2010 22800 mi	Rough running engine, clearly mis-firing; tail pipe very dirty. F/C 29CF. Update programming and replace #5 spark plug.
Feb 2013 75000 mi US $505	Service Engine light came on. Error Code 29F3, low pressure fuel sensor failure. Sensor replaced.
Mar 2013 76000 mi US $135	Engine Icon illuminated again at 75.345 miles. Dealer advised Fault Codes 29E0 & 29E1; fuel lean both banks. Advised "remove intake and decarb cylinders @ $780.00. I refused, solution does not match symptom or fault codes. Visited Independent BMW Specialist. They confirmed install of new low pressure fuel sensor, checked vacum hoses, smoke tests, etc. Discovered the dealer did not reset "Adaptation Values" after installing new low pressure sensor. Good to go!
Nov 2013 88000 mi US $135	Engine Icon illuminated. Fault codes 29E0 and 29E1 Engine run lean. No problem found. 2 Independent BMW servicers unable to diagnose. Reset all adaptive values and wait for new fault codes.
Feb 2014 91600 mi US $190	Walnut shell blasting of all intake vales removing crud. Acceleration improved and is linear without hesitation. Gas milage improved by 2 mpg on an extended roadtrip at 70mph +. F/C's 29E0 & 29E1 continue to present; run lean both banks.
May 2014 97000 mi US $1500	Replaced all 6 fuel induction injectors after fault codes 29E0 & 29E1 (run lean both banks) continue to present along with stumble starts and rough idle. Old ones appear fouled by poor fuel; ethanol/sulpher. Engine starts and idle are improved.
Jun 2014 98000 mi US $100	Replace Side Seal in Leaking Rt. Ft. Diff.
Aug 2016 125000 mi US $125	Engine Oil Leak at Diverter Valve and MAP Sensor Seal. Replaced Seal.
Apr 2017 131712 mi US $180	Repair Oil Leak at the Intercooler, Change Out Intercooler Pipe "O" Ring.
May 2017 131762 mi US $1109	Fluid Leaks at Rear Differential. Change Pinion Seal at Both Output Shafts, Change Output Shaft Seal; Axle.
Aug 2018 146022 mi US $1149	Replace Oil Cooler Seal
May 2019 154413 mi US $104	Replace Front Ball Joints and Front Upper Control Arm Bushings
Oct 2019 165404 mi US $1225	Replace Both Engine Mounts. Both Ruptured.
Jul 2022 198000 mi US $345	Flush and recharge AC System

BMW 5-Series in Ohio, United States Oct 2009 - Jul 2017
Nov 2009 15000 mi	While driving on highway, system warned of "engine failure, reduced power". Was able to continue driving 20 miles to dealer. Dealer had to call North American office for solution who said that they had problems with the fuel pump which was replaced. During the fuel pump replacement previously stated, mechanic improperly connected fuel line to pump. The snap connection was not secure. After driving approx. 10 miles, line came loose spewing gasoline underneath car and running down street!
Oct 2010 27000 mi	error message from on board cpu said, "awd & dcs control failure. proceed to dealer for repair.
Dec 2010 31000 mi	1) left headlamp daytime running light was out. 2) wiper blades were changed out. 3) noise in engine compartment was alternator drive belt tensioner that was replaced.
Apr 2011 36000 mi	Low battery indication. caused by frequent starts on several short trips each day. with so much power being used, even when car is at rest (engine off), the battery discharges. car must be run on highway periodically to stay charged.
Jan 2012 63800 mi	high current drain indication on battery. dealer replaced part , it was bad. reordered part and returned car. next day low battery indication. dealer recharged battery 2 more times and still no good. finally replaced battery.
Jul 2012 50500 mi US $60	The OEM "yellowish looking" halogen lamp for the right "angel eye" ring lights went out. I replaced both left nad right with led bright white lamps for $60. (probably would have been $100. just to replace the bulb at the dealer).
Aug 2012 52000 mi US $290	car overheated, left stranded in intersection for 5 minutes til able to restart. limped 1/2 mile to dealer. water pump bad, also damaging the t-stat.
Jan 2014 48300 mi US $400	replace bushings on front end
Mar 2015 79000 mi US $950	leaking rear end seal
Mar 2016 88000 mi US $350	bad bATTERY
Jul 2016 90700 mi US $740	AWD transmission case fluid leaks. replaced gaskets
Dec 2016 97000 mi US $624	crank sensor replaced
Jun 2017 100000 mi US $60	Whistling sound from engine compartment.

BMW 5-Series in Delaware, United States Nov 2013 - Jul 2018
Jun 2014 45000 mi US $759	Oil Change, Cabin Air Filters, Serpentine Fanbelt, Wipers, Passenger side wheel well cover
Nov 2015 51000 mi US $615	Car was giving multiple fault codes ABS failure, engine management problem etc. Suspected battery. Had to take to stealership as no else could initialize the new battery. Really sucks
Jun 2018 64000 mi US $955	Radio, Telephone, Navigation, CD all quit working all of a sudden. Tried to reboot. Nothing worked. Shop changed computer board.

BMW 5-Series in Minnesota, United States Aug 2013 - Aug 2014
Feb 2014 54400 mi US $525	engine over heating. Water pump and thermostat replaced

BMW 5-Series in Ontario, Canada Feb 2011 - Apr 2018
Apr 2018 94860 mi C $2600	oil leak causing serpentine belt to fail prematurely

BMW 5-Series in Virginia, United States Mar 2013 - Jun 2013
Jun 2013 92000 mi US $600	Leaking fuel injectors. Misfire on banks 5,6. Replaced coils and plugs first, misfire remained. Bad low pressure fuel sensor. Shadow code.

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BMW 5-Series in Massachusetts, United States Oct 2011 - Jun 2016
Jun 2013 95000 mi US $240	Electrical water pump failure at 93K. Car developed a whine and went into limp mode on the highway during commute home. Check engine light came on, took it into dealer (love CPO), after diagnostic teardown, dealer replaced both turbos. Had to wait for parts from Germany. Took almost 2 weeks to fix.
Jun 2015 137000 mi US $400	One halogen bulb went out so replaced both.

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BMW 5-Series in Massachusetts, United States Apr 2012 - Jul 2014
Nov 2012 25100 mi	daytime running light burned out, both were replaced under a service bulletin. systematically burning out early. reprogrammed the electrical system to reduce the voltage to the new bulbs, a process that took 4-5 hours.
Nov 2013 31000 mi US $580	Vibration indicated bent or out of tolerance wheel and tire. Cost was $240 for balancing, which has yet to remedy vibration. I have wheel and tire insurance which the dealer says does not apply because the wheel/tire are within tolerance. dealer diagnostics indicated battery was weak, and was not covered under warrantee. Total replacement cost (including systme resets) $580.

BMW 5-Series in British Columbia, Canada Sep 2013 - Jun 2015
Jan 2014 C $50	Check engine light was on due to emission control module being faulty.Problem fixed to my satisfaction
Feb 2015 37820 mi C $645	CEL light on. Dealer checked the codes and found a faulty DMTL valve which they replaced. Vehicle not in warranty.

BMW 5-Series in Virginia, United States Apr 2013 - Aug 2014
Mar 2013 22000 mi	Total transmission failure, warranty replacement by BMW at 22000 miles

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BMW 5-Series in Washington, United States Aug 2015 - Mar 2018
Feb 2017 62000 mi US $260	Drivers door locking failure.

BMW 5-Series in Virginia, United States Apr 2012 - Jun 2018
Nov 2014 67300 mi US $300	Oil filter Housing leaking
Mar 2015 73000 mi US $300	Right rear window fails to raise
Nov 2015 82000 mi US $140	Trunk failed to close and latch
Feb 2016 82800 mi US $698	Left & Right Rear Wheel Bearings making noise. Both Wheel Bearings removed and replaced.
Jul 2016 92800 mi US $180	Belt Tensioner loose. Belt Tensioner loose removed and replaced.
Feb 2017 104000 mi US $200	Remove and replace Engine valve cover gasket Remove a replace Spark Plugs
Sep 2017 113347 mi US $1340	At startup engine ran rough for 5 seconds then smoothed out. Diagnosis: Failed Crankcase Ventilation valve and Eccentric shaft sensor. Resolution: Replaced Valve Cover (houses CCV) and Eccentric shaft sensor.

BMW 5-Series in California, United States Mar 2014 - Sep 2015
Mar 2014 75000 mi	Rear Passenger Blinkers and Front Passenger low beam headlight. They were both caused by rear passenger side bulb housing.
Apr 2014 76000 mi	Water pump and thermostat started failing. Fan noise was incredibly loud while driving though there was no warning light. Dealer repaired it under the certified pre owned program.
Mar 2015 91000 mi US $50	Cylinder misfire

BMW 5-Series in United Arab Emirates - Jun 2009
Jun 2009 465 mi	Engine is misfiring. The dealer is running the diagnostics. They have not been able to figure out the problem yet.

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BMW 5-Series in Maryland, United States Apr 2009 - Mar 2014
Mar 2011 29000 mi	02 sensor replaced after a check engine light illuminated.
May 2013 59000 mi US $810	Water leaked into rear driver's side door and pooled inside of door. Circuit board that control's rear lights on driver's side (turn signal, brake light, and reverse light) failed.

BMW 5-Series in Colorado, United States Sep 2010 - Jan 2014
May 2011 30000 mi US $200	12v power outlet socket failure possibly caused by previous owner
Jan 2012 45000 mi US $300	Battery failing and replaced under warranty after multiple symptoms over past 4 months of low voltage and insufficient retained charge, including completely flat twice. This was original battery. Was charged for day's use of loaner car. Wheel not balancing with RoadForce balance, suspect out of round, possibly tire out of round, not properly rectified, still have vibration.
Mar 2013 73000 mi US $1300	wheel vibration - not solved by new tires on existing rims, plus balancing and alignment

BMW 5-Series in Tennessee, United States Sep 2013 - Jan 2016
Mar 2014 48000 mi US $500	Tensioner failure. Replaced tensioner and belt. Also replaced tail, stop and turn sig connectors under recall.

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BMW 5-Series in Great Britain Mar 2013 - Apr 2013
Apr 2013 90000 mi £450	The rear wiper should automatically come on if front wipers are on and reverse gear is engagaed. It does not do so. The garage took four attempts to fix that and has failed to do so.

BMW 5-Series in California, United States Jun 2010 - Jun 2011
Aug 2010 28000 mi	fuel pump replaced

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BMW 5-Series in New Jersey, United States Jul 2010 - Oct 2013
Oct 2011 39500 mi	Excessive wind noise from sunroof seal. Replaced under new car warranty per BMW SIB Car had carbon buidlup on back of valves. Dealer noticed car running rough. Dealer claimed repair ($500) was not covered under warranty, but got authorization to clean valves from BMW
Jan 2013 56000 mi US $800	Noise in drivers side when applying brakes. They installed a new brake carrier, $628 for parts and labor. Trans pan leaking
May 2013 60000 mi	Electric Automatic gave error code and had to be replaced
Aug 2013 63000 mi US $350	Vacuum hoses replaced Replaced both turbos Fuel sensor not working

BMW 5-Series in Massachusetts, United States May 2015 - Aug 2017
Mar 2016 112000 mi US $1700	Oil Filter Housing Seals Leaking. Seals replaced including oil cooler. Thrust Arm Bushings - Both Sides

BMW 5-Series in California, United States May 2011 - Jun 2018
Jun 2011 56000 mi	Turbocharger replaced
Aug 2015 107700 mi US $600	Replace crankshaft position sensor
Sep 2015 108000 mi US $1000	Low pressure fuel pump
Aug 2016 120000 mi US $350	the motor that turns the headlamps right or left when you steer right or left, broke, in the right headlight. I chose to not fully repair it, as it would cost $1200. Just making the light aim straight now - cost $240
Mar 2017 133000 mi US $800	Key fob stopped working, and the problem was the wiring harness, which developed a short where it travels from the chassis to the rear hatchback.
Nov 2017 136000 mi US $550	The headlamp unit developed condensation and the corroded the bulb connection. The entire headlamp unit was replaced.

BMW 5-Series in Ontario, Canada Jun 2014 - Jul 2022
Jan 2015 82500 mi C $800	labour + parts for 6 spark plugs and 6 ignition coils
Mar 2015 76260 mi C $4011	Rebuilt 1st gear and reverse
Jul 2015 79360 mi	Warning light appeared indicating "High Battery Drain". Took to mechanic to check diagnostic message. Apparently, the 12V socket would not go to "sleep" and thus warning light appeared. Mechanic cleared message and reset computer.
Jun 2017 96720 mi C $550	Intelligent battery sensor replaced
May 2021 114700 mi	slight leak from engine oil pan gasket
Sep 2021 119660 mi C $1200	Front left axel shaft
Oct 2021 121520 mi C $500	passenger door lock actuator
Nov 2021 122140 mi C $570	engine oil cooler hose
Jul 2022 130820 mi C $1200	1 cylinder not firing consistently. Replace all 6 spark plugs and ignition coils

BMW 5-Series in Ontario, Canada May 2011 - Jul 2015
Jun 2011 77500 mi C $2500	Replace turbocharger - waste gates sticking Replace rear window switch Actuator motor for transfer case Actuator motor for transfer case Replace solenoid for turbocharger Replace switch for rear window
Sep 2011 83700 mi C $5500	Water leak into trunk - sunroof drains plugged. Shorted out modules for I-drive, sunroof, load leveling, transmission display and one other.
May 2012 89860 mi C $300	Replace vacuum hose - engine was losing power under acceleration
May 2013 99700 mi C $1100	Overheating - leaking water pump - replaced
Oct 2013 103000 mi C $1500	Sun roof drain tube plugged - water backs up into rear compartment (wagon) and shorts out electronics
Dec 2013 106640 mi C $650	Replaced faulty coil and spark plug
Jul 2014 115200 mi C $1500	Drain hoses in sunroof plugged (3rd time failed) - overflow runs into rear compartment. Minor electronics are located below spare tire - shorted out Tire pressure monitor

BMW 5-Series in Alberta, Canada Dec 2011 - Dec 2012
Jan 2012	Weak AC. Schader valve was found leaking. System re-charged. Loose sunroof panel. Replaced sunroof seal.
Apr 2012 44020 mi	Rear hatch would open on its own intermittently while driving.

BMW 5-Series in Pennsylvania, United States Oct 2010 - May 2017
Oct 2011 54700 mi	water leak from sunroof during heavy rain shorted out electronics under spare tire. drains were blocked.
Aug 2012 66200 mi US $302	warm a/c replaced compressor and expansion valve
Feb 2013 73800 mi US $450	wires to tailgate cycled and broke. needed to replace wires to tailgate.
Oct 2013 80700 mi US $439	replace water pump. new bushings for front suspension
Jul 2014 90300 mi US $1600	automatic tailgate hydraulic failure. replaced pistons and electrical wiring.
Aug 2015 101500 mi	replace air conditioner compresser
Mar 2016 106000 mi US $100	tire pressure monitor needed replacement on left front wheel.
Mar 2017 116000 mi US $116	water from drains shorted out electrical components. replaced sirius module under insurance claim. replaced mechatronic sleeve on transmission under extended warranty.

BMW 5-Series in New York, United States Apr 2012 - Apr 2017
Mar 2012 44000 mi	Leak of trans oil.

BMW 5-Series in New York, United States Jan 2013 - Jul 2014
May 2014 63600 mi US $25	Need to replace a 10 amp relay that controled the rear air shocks.

BMW 5-Series in Kansas, United States Nov 2012 - Mar 2015
Jun 2013 34000 mi US $900	A rubber gasket on the selectable automatic gear shifter was worn, and the whole piece had to be replaced. The part cost about $250 and labor was about $240. No other problems with the transmission, fluid replaced and new oil pan installed.

BMW 5-Series in California, United States Feb 2013 - Feb 2014
Mar 2013 89000 mi US $600	Battery needed replacing Water pump failed
Jun 2013 92000 mi	Turbo failed, required replacement due to rattling wastegate actuator.
Feb 2014 99000 mi	Turbos found to be badly seated and worn, replaced entire units. Rear differential found to be noisy and worn, part replaced.

BMW 5-Series in Switzerland Nov 2017 - Jul 2018
Jul 2018 55800 mi $3500	Distance sensor for adaptive cruise control had to be replaced

BMW 5-Series in Pennsylvania, United States Aug 2007 - Nov 2010
Mar 2008 7000 mi	iPod selection would spontaneously switch to the radio.
Oct 2009 34000 mi	Front park distance sensor failed.
Mar 2010 38000 mi	Rear window latch failed. Warning light panel had to be replaced.
May 2010 40000 mi	fuel system problem related to turbocharger

BMW 5-Series in Washington, United States Nov 2012 - Sep 2014
Jul 2012 35000 mi	Brake wear sensor damaged - causing light squealing sound. Replaced all brake pads/rotors/sensors under warranty

BMW 5-Series in Pennsylvania, United States Jul 2007 - Jun 2011
Mar 2009 24000 mi US $90	Code reduced power engine malfunction comes up...code then clears, and engine power returns to normal.
Apr 2009 24000 mi	replaced both turbochargers and valvecase cover.
Sep 2009 29000 mi	replaced both turbochargers due to broken actuator arm
Aug 2010 41000 mi	air conditioner blows hot air code on fuel pump recurred after repair, then went away on its own.

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BMW 5-Series in Washington, United States Jan 2012 - Apr 2015
Feb 2012 65000 mi	HPFP (high pressure fuel pump) a known issue covered under BMW TSB and replaced under warranty. BMW has actually extended coverage of this item out to 120,000 miles / 10 years. Mine did not "give out" but was done as a preventative fix.
Nov 2012 76800 mi US $50	this is a wagon so, rear hatch glass "switch" to latch the glass window was "popping" itself unlatched. simple fix, covered under warranty.
Mar 2013 86000 mi	DME (engine control unit) failed. When this happened engine would not run properly and computers forced car to slow down and ultimately require pulling off road and stopping. It saves itself from more damage basically. Very annoying.
Aug 2013 90600 mi US $55	AC compressor failure. Replaced under CPO warranty. The problem I have with CPO I am realizing is paying $50+tax every time. Over 2 years this could easily add up to $500 plus the annoyance of having to go to shop in the first place.
Dec 2013 97000 mi US $50	2 turbos. it is a known issue that the factory turbos may not last longer than 100,000 - 120,000 miles
Jun 2014 100000 mi US $100	water appearing in battery compartment which in a wagon is in the right rear corner beside cargo area. headliner has to be removed in order to clear the drain lines that come off the sunroof.
Apr 2015 111000 mi US $4100	rear air suspension wiring damage to left rear sensor, possibly from road debris $500 Thrust rod bushings totally shot. Noticed with increased vibration/clunking in steering wheel immediately upon sharp braking at low speeds. $600 Thermostat failing. Noticed by CEL code. Replacing water pump at same time due to labor into same area of engine and mileage on original pump. $1450 for both items car not responding to remote keys. (doors won't lock/unlock, hatch won't open, etc) $2500-$3300 to repair/replace wiring looms in rear hatch area !!!!!! Oil filter Housing Gasket- heavy leak, $950 to access and repair!

BMW 5-Series in Tennessee, United States Jan 2013 - Jun 2015
Feb 2013 88200 mi US $600	The N54 twin turbo motor had excessive carbon buildup on the intake valves due to the poor design of the EGR system on this direct injection motor. BMW's solution is a walnut shell blasting of the valves every 40K miles as 'maintenance'.
Apr 2013 89000 mi US $300	Check engine light came on for misfire. Engine running rough. Replaced all six plugs. Problem persisted. Ended up replacing all six coils. Problem solved. BMW recommends coil replacement every 45000 miles. Indies recommend 30000 miles.
Jun 2013 94000 mi US $500	Engine malfunction warning upon hard acceleration. Replaced boost control solenoids - didn't fix it. New diagnosis - bad turbos - leaking wastegates. BMW extended the warranty on the turbos for wastegate issues but only to 82,000 miles. SOL
Nov 2013 98700 mi US $3700	Both turbo wastegates were leaking resulting in lost power and numerous CEL. Both turbos were replaced with factory remanufactured units. Low speed engine misfire/rough idle when cold and under high load.
Jan 2014 100500 mi US $440	CEL caused by engine misfire. Replaced one injector. These were replaced in 2009 under recall but are proving to be bad as well. BMW has a newer version of injector that the BMW community says is solid but BMW won't replace. Customer pays
Aug 2014 108000 mi US $2000	Brake Master Cylinder failure.
Sep 2014 109000 mi US $650	Thrust bushings in the front lower control arms failed. Common with all BMW's with high mileage. Caused toe induced tire wear. Recommenmdation is to replace every 80,000 miles.
May 2015 116600 mi US $150	Rear shocks were tired. Replaced both with Bilstein HD. Intermittent low battery warning. The battery was original from 2008. Had it replaced with aftermarket Interstate battery and also had the battery registered to the ECU. Rear self leveling suspension failure warning. Had shop inspect it at same time battery was being replaced. Shop found water in the spare tire well (where BMW put the self leveling susp. control unit). Shop drained the water. Rear self leveling suspension failure came back. Problem took a week to trace. Sunroof cassette drain clogged by dead bugs. Drain cleared. Problem corrected. Holes drilled in spare tire well to prevent future water accumulation.
Jun 2015 118000 mi US $700	Front struts were tired. Replaced front struts with Bilstein HD and had car aligned.

BMW 5-Series in Illinois, United States Apr 2014 - Mar 2018
May 2014 46700 mi US $600	Water pump died
Jan 2017 US $4000	Draining battery symptoms were slow clock, various error message. Battery and alternator both bad. Fuel injectors replaced improperly by prior shop
Feb 2018 70000 mi	A headlight filled with water that never evaporated and caused the bulb to fail … I did a DIY fix to get out the condensation and replaced the bulb on my own.

BMW 5-Series in California, United States Aug 2008 - Jun 2011
Jan 2010 22000 mi	Engine stopped running, injectors, coils, plugs all replaced, now fine.
Jun 2010 29000 mi	High pressure fuel pump, N54 engines Achilles heel. Upgraded the software.
Jul 2010 29700 mi	Long cranks, 'engine malfunction reduced power' including while on the freeway - not great to be on the 405 stuck at 35. Replaced high pressure fuel pump. The car's now running properly for the first time this year.

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BMW 5-Series in Czech Republic Oct 2008 - Jul 2013
Dec 2008 18600 mi	Rear hatch window unlocking by itself.
Jan 2009 19840 mi	Rear hatch window unlocking by itself. Fixed on second attempt.
Feb 2009 21080 mi	Front suspension making squeeking noises when going through deeper. Replaced some rubber dampeners to fix front suspension creaking on second attempt.
Mar 2009 22940 mi	Rear hatch making creeking noises when soft-close function is activated.
May 2009 27280 mi	"Excessive battery drain" message on car start because of CD player which keeps spinning after car is turned off. Known problem which should have been sorted by CIP progman upgrade but the dealer claims that the newest version is there already.
Oct 2009 38440 mi $150	The CCC unit was faulty and had to be replaced.

BMW 5-Series in Sweden Dec 2012 - Oct 2015
Jun 2014 11160 mi $2000	Left Rear bearings had to be replaced

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BMW 5-Series in Ireland Aug 2010 - Sep 2016
Sep 2014 182900 mi €1300	Blown Turbo
Feb 2015 195300 mi €3700	The timing chain broke
May 2015 199020 mi	Tailgate wiring faults
Mar 2016 228160 mi €100	Bad oil leak.
May 2016 233120 mi €300	Oil leak at the oil filter housing returned after about three weeks.
Sep 2016 238080 mi	Developed a second oil leak at the rear of the engine. The garage reported that the auto clutch was on the way out. When cruising on the motorway the engine rpm often varies +- 100 with no input from the driver. Good car, horrible engine.

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BMW 5-Series in Slovak Republic Sep 2012 - Dec 2012
Dec 2012 114700 mi €28	No heating on the right side. Heater core was flushed and blown with compressed air.

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BMW 5-Series in Pennsylvania, United States Nov 2012 - Feb 2016
Dec 2013 49000 mi US $950	water pump replaced

BMW 5-Series in Virginia, United States Apr 2013 - Sep 2013
Jul 2013 57700 mi US $50	Water pump failed, but replaced under warranty.

BMW 5-Series in Pennsylvania, United States Nov 2011 - Mar 2019
Aug 2014 92700 mi US $2000	Turbo Replacement
Oct 2014 94300 mi US $2400	Replaced injectors
Jan 2015 96000 mi US $500	Water Pump / Thermostat
Jul 2015 101000 mi US $550	Oil leak

BMW 5-Series in Tennessee, United States Dec 2011 - Nov 2012
Jun 2012 69000 mi US $6600	Turbocharger waste gate failure. Replaced turbochargers.

BMW 5-Series in California, United States Mar 2011 - Sep 2013
Aug 2012 52300 mi US $36	Clips holding center dash trim broke.
Jun 2013 61000 mi US $100	Rear window regulator failed.

BMW 5-Series in Maryland, United States Oct 2012 - Mar 2015
Mar 2013 85000 mi US $750	Replaced oil filter housing seal
Feb 2015 134100 mi US $980	Replaced valve cover gasket

BMW 5-Series in New York, United States Mar 2009 - Sep 2010
Mar 2009 8600 mi	Fuel pump failure
Dec 2009 17000 mi	Second replacement of the high-pressure fuel pump. First in March 2009. Had to be flatbedded both times. Fuel pump failure, 2nd time

BMW 5-Series in California, United States Mar 2009 - Nov 2010
Nov 2009 22000 mi	Replaced fuel injector
Dec 2009 24000 mi	Nav system quit working. Service advisor saw the problem. It spontaneously resolved prior to my service appt.
Apr 2010 28000 mi	iDrive crashing. Reload of sw fixed it.
Nov 2010 34000 mi	CEL on and running rough at startup when turned in.

BMW 5-Series in California, United States Mar 2008 - Apr 2011
Mar 2009 8000 mi	A warning light came on indicating "Engine Malfunction/Power Reduced" and the car felt sluggish. It was diagnosed as a software issue; the software was updated by the dealership.
Mar 2010 12000 mi	The driver side window made a "clunking" noise upon rolling it down. The window regulator was replaced.

BMW 5-Series in Georgia, United States Jun 2008 - Feb 2016
Nov 2009 38000 mi	Check engine light on. Engine had faulty fuel injector.
Dec 2015 125000 mi US $2500	replaced water pump, heating core
Jan 2016 38000 mi US $6000	Transmission was whinning and required replacement
Feb 2016 125000 mi US $6000	The transmission failed and had to be replaced. Cost was $6000

BMW 5-Series in Georgia, United States Nov 2007 - Jan 2012
Apr 2008 19000 mi	Oil line leak from oil filter to oil cooler - replaced line. Oil cooler leak - problem occurred after the oil line was replaced. Suspect mechanic damaged the oil cooler. Another oil leak - oil leaking around drain plug.
Dec 2008 37000 mi	Cold engine runs rough, misfires. Once warm runs smoothly, but check engine light is on. Replaced oxygen sensors and hi-press fuel pump. Problem remains.
Feb 2009 40000 mi	New software version 32.1 uploaded, plugs cleaned, full reset of computers. Car did run much better and cold start roughness was better, but not completely fixed. Car is back at dealers for further repair.
Mar 2009 41000 mi	Engine light- cold start misfire/roughness, DME fault 29E0 mixture rich, tank vent valve replaced, replace fuel injectors, smoke test for leaks. Car now has not exhibited the problem over the last 1,000 miles so I consider it fixed.
Jun 2009 49000 mi	High pressure pump failed. This is the 2nd pump - the first was replaced as part of the rough engine start problem I was having.
Mar 2011 88000 mi US $175	TPM in a wheel failed. Dealer determined which TPM sensor was bad, pulled the tire and replaced it.
Sep 2011 98000 mi US $1049	TPM failure. Dealer could not determine which unit in tire failed. Solution was to replace all for $800. Choose not to but had to pay $200 for diagnostic. Left Halo light not working - cost $339.04 to replace - have to remove the front bumper to get to the light! Replaced all tire TPM sensors as dealer could not determine which one failed. I paid for 3 of the 4 sensors. 5 of the 6 fuel injectors found leaking. I paid for 3 and 2 were under warranty.
Oct 2011 98000 mi US $1049	3 of 6 injectors leaking, including two of the new ones - replaced TPM failure light on - all 4 TPM sensors replaced because BMW dealer could not determine which individual sensor was bad

BMW 5-Series in California, United States Aug 2007 - Dec 2013
Mar 2010 21000 mi	replaced sunroof seal.
Aug 2011 30000 mi US $1080	Stability control and start off assistance not working
Mar 2013 43000 mi US $63	Replaced hood shocks

BMW 5-Series in Texas, United States Apr 2013 - May 2013
May 2013 60000 mi US $3500	air conditioner failed again.

BMW 5-Series in North Carolina, United States Jul 2007 - Dec 2015
Feb 2010 19100 mi	"Increased Battery Discharge" light came on. Dealer said that I am driving too many short trips so that battery is not recharged by driving. Suggested that I get a battery charger. Seems like a $50K car should not have this problem.
May 2015 55100 mi US $1300	Water pump failed

BMW 5-Series in Texas, United States Jul 2008 - Jul 2013
Jan 2008 1300 mi	Purchased the car late June 2008. Late September I noticed some oil beneath the car and indeed it was an oil leak. They said it was from a defective engine oil cooler and lost a fair amount of oil. It was repaired without charge. Hope this was a fluke.
Oct 2008 1000 mi	Oil leaking below car. Found by dealer to be a leak in the 'engine oil cooler' and was a factory defective item. No cost for repair.
Jan 2009 2000 mi	Driver's side door speaker went out. Was replaced at no charge.
Mar 2011 13000 mi	Noticed misfiring. Replaced three injectors, three gasket rings, and six decoupling elements per recall. Would have also replaced the HPFP, but none in stock.
Jul 2013 26000 mi	2 rattles- one front drivers side, had it for ayear cannot find cause. sounds metal. the other was new, on the right front, sounded in dashboard and also could not find the cause. it developed during a visit 2 months ago for oil change and dent removal.

BMW 5-Series in Florida, United States Sep 2009 - Oct 2009
Mar 2009 18000 mi US $6000	Replaced both turbo units under warranty
Jul 2009 21000 mi US $3000	Replaced high pressure fuel pumps. Engine went in limp home mode
Oct 2009 27000 mi	Steering inoperative; also battery replaced bad cell.

BMW 5-Series in Georgia, United States Jul 2010 - Mar 2011
Oct 2010 50000 mi	Loose trim piece fixed, faulty adhesive on the back of a clip.
Dec 2010 53000 mi	Trim came loose agaiin about a month later, fixed again.

BMW 5-Series in California, United States Mar 2011 - Mar 2018
Apr 2011 53000 mi US $50	Water pump failed while driving. Car came to a halt with Overheat warning. Towed to deal and replaced water pump. Paid $50 for deductible on extended warranty.
Jul 2012 60300 mi	Engine losing power upon accelerating from stoplight. Had to replace 3 fuel injectors Index 9 to newer Index 12, that solved the problem. the other 3 injectors were index 11 already. All index 9 injectors were subject to recall but some deals did not change them all.
Feb 2018 111000 mi US $1100	Replaced 3 fuel injectors with index 12 from original index 9

BMW 5-Series in Missouri, United States Aug 2010 - Sep 2012
Aug 2011 33000 mi	Steering wheel had discoloration, new wheel ordered Week after steering wheel ordered was installed by dealer.
Jun 2012 42000 mi	Air conditioner thermostat not working correctly. Fixed better than before but still not great

BMW 5-Series in Nevada, United States Jan 2010 - Jun 2011
Feb 2010 38000 mi	Low pressure sensor replaced. Fuel injector #6 replaced.

BMW 5-Series in North Carolina, United States Sep 2009 - Apr 2011
Apr 2010 22500 mi	Front right daytime running lamp was burned out. It was replaced at the dealership.

BMW 5-Series in Nevada, United States Oct 2008 - Mar 2010
Jun 2008 2200 mi US $64000	Bad fuel pump and bad fuel injectors mean potential fire hazzard and possible explosion. You should know that the 2008 535i has some major defects engine wise. My car has been in for this problem twice now, this time though it was the worst.
Jan 2009 26000 mi	Problems fixed by dealer So far so good.
Dec 2009 26000 mi	Fuel pump and fuel injectors -gas pouring into the engine. Clouds of smoke shooting out of exhaust. Car shaking at any speed including while at stop.

BMW 5-Series in Washington, United States May 2011 - Jun 2011
Jun 2011 38000 mi US $134	Clunk / thump from rear of the car immediately after starting the car - replace a rear differential seal. Helped the issue, but didn't resolve it. after a parking brake adjustment at the shop, the parking brake assembly failed and became noisy and smelly - towed car back to shop for complete parts replacement problem with passenger seat belt warning turning on randomly - passenger seat sensor replacement

BMW 5-Series in California, United States Dec 2013 - Jun 2022
Jan 2015 US $700	front hubs/bearings
Apr 2015 116700 mi US $4500	Replaced oil pan gasket which had a very slight leak. This was covered by my 3rd party warranty. Hydraulic leak in active stabilizer bar. Bar was replaced.
Oct 2015 122000 mi US $2700	Leaking power steering pump replaced with re-manufactured unit. I paid $200 to cover tax and the v-belt which the warranty co. doesn't cover. Third party warranty company paid the balance.
Jan 2016 122500 mi	Valve cover gasket, oil filter housing gasket and oil cooler gasket leaking. Gasket removal and replacement paid for by 3rd party warranty company. A/C compressor was making a growling noise when A/C was on. Warranty company covered replacement of noisy A/C compressor under warranty.
Apr 2016 125000 mi	Previously repaired (9 months ago) oil pan leak started leaking again. Dealer removed the replacement gasket and replaced it with a second new gasket. They claimed that the original replacement part was defective. Car was making a squeaking noise right at start up. I thought it was an issue with the installation of a replacement A/C compressor from a previous repair. Was due to the DVD drive instead. I declined to replace that as it works fine.
Sep 2016 127000 mi US $2624	Engine running rough sometimes at startup and then for a few miles. Problem got worse and more frequent. ECU finally set a code which turned on the check engine light(CEL). 2 injectors were found to be bad. All six had to be replaced, what?
Mar 2017 131194 mi	Oil Cooler Gasket, which was replaced in 1/2016, started leaking again. Gasket was re-replaced under warranty from last replacement.
Jul 2017 132000 mi	There is a connection point under the hood where the battery wire from the trunk terminates and is connected to the jump-start point. This point then has another wire going down to the starter. Car wouldn't start. Found loose nut/bolt at this point. Tightened bolt, problem fixed.
Feb 2018 137000 mi US $136	One ignition coil failed under hard acceleration. Code was read indicating which of the 6 coils failed. Coil was replaced. Should have done it myself since the coil is available from a number of internet sources for about $25. Would have been a great excuse to buy a code reader. Oh well...
Jul 2021 151000 mi	Battery failed and replaced by me

BMW 5-Series in Tennessee, United States Oct 2014 - Mar 2017
Nov 2014 79000 mi US $300	Wastegates rattle. BMW replaced under mfg extended warranty. Replaced vacuum lines.
Dec 2014 79000 mi US $2600	Rough idle on cold start. Engine stalled and cd check engine light came on with P0300,0301,0302misfire codes. Replaced plugs, injectors and coils on all cylinders.
Aug 2015 91900 mi US $180	Slight front wheel bearing noise. Replaced both front wheel bearings.
Mar 2017 122700 mi US $2100	Struts, shocks, mounts

BMW 5-Series in Florida, United States Jan 2016 - Jan 2016
Jan 2016 64000 mi US $650	Valve cover gasket leak.

BMW 5-Series in Florida, United States Sep 2021 - Jan 2022
Nov 2021 99850 mi US $2000	Replaced BOTH headlight housings with New Hella OE Adaptive Xenon units. The internal wiring harnesses and plastics of the e60 factory headlight housings (Hella) are notorious for failing internally. I had attempted to refurbish mine but to no avail. I ended up having to cannibalize the adaptive xenon control unit and igniters to install in the new $2000/pair Hella replacements plus the cost of new bulbs.

BMW 5-Series in New York, United States Sep 2015 - Mar 2016
Sep 2015 41000 mi	transmission went into limp mode, showed transmission error on mmi, shut off car, restarted message gone transmission fine. Indie shop checked for fault code and battery condition no codes battery fine (original). Car never repeated problem.

BMW 5-Series in Florida, United States Jul 2015 - Mar 2016
Aug 2015 123700 mi US $200	Oil leak from the gasket on the oil cooler.
Oct 2015 125300 mi US $660	Oil filter gasket failed and required replacement. Had slow but constant/steady leak.
Jan 2016 127300 mi US $1700	Coolant system leak. Cooling line to turbo bank #2 failed. Car was spewing coolant at an alarming rate when car is operating under pressure while driving.
Mar 2016 129000 mi	3 ignition coils failed. Replaced by mechanic.

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BMW 5-Series in Pennsylvania, United States Feb 2012 - Oct 2017
Jun 2012 45000 mi	battery failed
Dec 2012 46000 mi	Cracked front windshield. Got in the car and noticed a 6-inch crack starting from the edge towards the center. No chips or any other indication of rock damage anywhere in the area. The glass repair company said this is typically a weak spot.

BMW 5-Series in Kentucky, United States May 2011 - Jun 2015
Jul 2011 29300 mi	Windshield washer pump was leaking washer fluid, repaired on the first trip, however it took 2 weeks before the dealer could see my car. I drove it until then.
Oct 2011 31300 mi	Rear passenger window was stuck down. There was a strange noise when the window button was pressed. The power window motor was replaced and it took from Monday to Wednesday to get the part.
Feb 2013 46300 mi	The passenger door would not open sometimes from the inside. Video of it here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sO61Z6Bv-ns The passenger front door will not open at all from the outside.
Jun 2015 57000 mi US $900	Water pump went out, purchased one on Amazon (cheaper than dealer) then allowed the dealer to do the labor.

BMW 5-Series in Pennsylvania, United States Oct 2009 - Jun 2011
Nov 2009 25000 mi	High pressure fuel pump replaced early november. Fuel pump failed again in 2 weeks and replaced again middle of november. No problems since. High pressure fuel pump replaced Wndshield wiper motor replaced Seat belt sendor error- dealer rest it.
Jan 2010	Fuel pump replaced third time.

BMW 5-Series in Pennsylvania, United States Sep 2009 - Sep 2017
Nov 2010 28000 mi US $31	The car would often "hiccup" or hesitate sharply when shifting from 2nd to 3rd gear. The dealer re-installed software after finding no leaks or problems with the automatic transmission. This seems to have worked.
Dec 2015 73000 mi US $1000	Front suspension problem - replaced parts.

BMW 5-Series in New Jersey, United States Jan 2012 - Jan 2013
Jan 2013 72000 mi US $50	Coolant Pump went bad. Dealer replaced it under CPO warranty. Also, Replaced Oil Pressure Sensor since false low engine oil level warning was coming.

BMW 5-Series in Georgia, United States Nov 2014 - Dec 2016
Nov 2014 106000 mi US $500	Water hose needed replacement
May 2015 115400 mi US $1049	Diagnosed as faulty DMTL pump and IBS cable, which caused my check engine light to stay on. The faulty pump and IBS cable had to be replaced.

BMW 5-Series in Wisconsin, United States Aug 2011 - Apr 2012
Nov 2011 46000 mi US $50	Got recurring check engine lights and reduced power "limp mode". The exhaust VANOS solenoid had failed.

BMW 5-Series in Oklahoma, United States Oct 2015 - Jun 2022
Sep 2016 89000 mi US $2100	Replace Turbos that BMW and Dealer would not cover under warranty. Had waste gate rattle, bushings worn out. TSB. Replace fuel injectors due to prior dealer installing incorrectly damaging all six. Replaced leaking oil filter gaskets Replaced leaking Valve cover gasket Walnut shell blasted intake valves to clean carbon off of them.
Oct 2017 100800 mi US $75	Changed oil & oil filter. Rotated tires. Small oil leak at engine pan, could not identify source.
Jan 2022 143000 mi US $450	Brake pads and rotors worn. Flushed brake fluid

BMW 5-Series in New Jersey, United States Jul 2010 - Nov 2014
Jan 2012 36000 mi US $350	Housing for the rear turn and reverse light...
Aug 2012 40500 mi US $160	Right Low bean headlight.
Dec 2012 43000 mi US $317	Accidentally poured engine oil into power steering oil compartment, had to have it flushed out.
Oct 2013 47200 mi US $345	Replaced with a new battery
Nov 2014 50000 mi US $4500	Transmission mechatronics leak Replaced mechatronics

BMW 5-Series in Indiana, United States Jul 2014 - Sep 2015
Apr 2015 62800 mi	Water pump failed.

BMW 5-Series in Massachusetts, United States Nov 2009 - Jun 2018
Aug 2010 31700 mi	Car ran roughly. Dealer diagnosed problem and repaired it under warranty.
Nov 2011 49300 mi US $900	Both headlamp fixtures needed replacement, no longer under original factory warranty.
Sep 2016 103000 mi US $2000	Gasket seals and oil filter gaskets
Nov 2016 105000 mi US $1200	Water pump needed replacement.

BMW 5-Series in Ontario, Canada May 2010 - Dec 2011
Jul 2010 31620 mi	DVD Drive for Navigation DVD Repair for Nav. System
Dec 2011 51460 mi C $2000	Had to replace the Transmission sleeve as it had a slow leak Had to replace the Transmission slevel as it had a slow leak

BMW 5-Series in Oregon, United States Sep 2015 - Jun 2018
Nov 2015 134900 mi US $500	Turbocharger failed. Replaced CHRA's with good used units. Machined and installed new wastegate bushings and machined wastegate arms to match. Reinstalled with new gaskets/seals, coolant, and oil.
Jul 2017 150000 mi US $300	Oil pan gasket replaced. Walnut blasted intake ports/valves.

BMW 5-Series in Illinois, United States Feb 2010 - Aug 2011
Sep 2010 25000 mi	seat cushion replaced due to failure

BMW 5-Series in Virginia, United States - Sep 2011
Jul 2009 36000 mi	Pulled engine, opened head, cleaned cylinders, replaced injectors, reprogramed
Sep 2011 36000 mi	car still miss firing

BMW 5-Series in New Hampshire, United States Feb 2011 - Apr 2015
Mar 2012 64000 mi US $200	right rear lights went out, replaced connector and a bracket
Dec 2012 76000 mi US $150	Fuel injector bank failure
Sep 2013 86000 mi	Engine Malfunction related to turbo charging system
Oct 2013 87000 mi	Hp fuel pump replaced under warranty
Mar 2014 94000 mi US $200	Car overheated. Towed to dealer
Jul 2014 99300 mi US $300	Water pump failed Engine malfunction light
Aug 2014 100000 mi US $500	Both turbos replaced with purchased warranty. They paid $3K, I paid $500
Dec 2014 105000 mi US $2500	Oil gasket leak Tie rod ends frozen

BMW 5-Series in Maryland, United States Jan 2011 - Sep 2014
Feb 2011 25000 mi	leaking windshield washer pump or reservoir. repaired under warranty. seems to be a known problem on the BMW forums.
Jan 2012 40000 mi	Ticking sound getting progressively louder. It sounds like a typewriter. The dealer says its normal. The car didnt make this sound until recently.
Jan 2014 70300 mi US $2000	Took it to an independent shop for a once over prior to extended warranty expired. They reccommended replacing control arm bushings. Took it to dealer who said it needed thrust arm replacement. They did out for $50 deductible. waterpump went out after 9 days past warranty. also all injectors, plugs, ignition coils had to be replace. fought with BMW NA and they agreed to pay for parts. Labor was over $2,000. Traded the car in for a brand new Mini Copper Hardtop S.

BMW 5-Series in New York, United States Dec 2009 - Dec 2010
Jun 2010 32000 mi	Navigation system repair

BMW 5-Series in Indiana, United States Feb 2009 - Aug 2014
Mar 2011 27000 mi	High pressure fuel pump failure - noticed by driver and most recently a voluntary recall was initiated by BMW.
Aug 2014 60000 mi US $1200	water pump needed to be replaced (failed) and also replaced thermostat

BMW 5-Series in Minnesota, United States Sep 2016 - Mar 2017
Dec 2016 95000 mi US $1800	R/R oil pan, valve cover gasket, cooler housing gasket
Jan 2017 96000 mi US $800	Replace eccentric drive shaft sensor

BMW 5-Series in Pennsylvania, United States Dec 2007 - Feb 2011
Dec 2010 30000 mi	Failure of high pressure fuel pump

BMW 5-Series in New Jersey, United States Feb 2014 - Mar 2014
Feb 2014 50000 mi	overheating rear passenger window inoperable. limp mode

BMW 5-Series in California, United States Feb 2008 - Jun 2018
Mar 2010 24000 mi	Burned out daytime running light lamp. Took the shop over an hour to replace.
Apr 2013 63500 mi US $450	Transmission oil leak Replace leaking windshield washer pump
Jun 2013 66000 mi US $1000	Catastrophic water pump failure, causing immediate engine overheating. Computer shut down the engine, preventing further damage. Water pump was replaced.
Oct 2013 74200 mi US $200	Oil leak from the filter housing Control arm bushing fluid leak
Dec 2015 109000 mi US $400	Replace faulty crankshaft position sensor
Aug 2017 138000 mi US $1200	Compressor replaced

BMW 5-Series in Nevada, United States Jul 2007 - Jan 2011
Jan 2008 3000 mi	Courtesy lights failed; Display indicated AWD and DSC malfunction; Date/Time reset. Cause: frequent short trips failed to fully recharge battery. Least important computers start shutting down to preserve battery life. Bought BMW battery charger.
Jan 2009 10000 mi	Defective High-pressure Fuel Pump. Removed and replaced with new high-pressure Fuel Pump.

BMW 5-Series in Iowa, United States Jul 2007 - Jun 2011
Apr 2008 16000 mi	The car would lose all time and date as if the battery had run out of charge. All it needed was a software flash.
May 2008 16000 mi	Software flash as I was getting a problem with the clock losing time plus other things that the flash fixed.
Jul 2009 37000 mi	Voice recognition would respond only part of the time.

BMW 5-Series in Utah, United States Jul 2007 - Sep 2017
Aug 2007 5000 mi	Gear shift assembly defective from factory/ordered replaced under warranty Installed new gear shift assembly.
Jun 2008 14000 mi	Check engine light came on. Dealer could find nothing wrong, and could not replicate it.
Sep 2008 15000 mi	Engine malfunction reduced power/reloaded new software.
Dec 2008 17000 mi	Cooling fan replaced.
Feb 2010 31000 mi	software problem
Jun 2013 76000 mi	Twin turbos leak in transmission
Nov 2015 92000 mi US $1200	Bad water pump, replaced also replaced thermostat and expansion tank.
Mar 2016 93000 mi US $2500	Fuel injectors
May 2017 104000 mi US $1500	Ignition coil Head gasket repair

BMW 5-Series in Ohio, United States Jul 2007 - Mar 2011
Mar 2008 6000 mi	Gear vibration heard and felt in steering wheel. Dealer said could not find cause but acknowledged it sounded like a pinion gear whine. It could be in transmission or AWD transfer unit. The symptoms are gradually getting worse and most likely be ...
Apr 2008 7000 mi	The cause of the problem was determined to be "turbo rattle". A reflash of the car's software (DME) to resolve other problems (voice recognition of media system and AWD/DSC malfunction warning) also fixed the previously described vibration problem. Advertised voice recognition command to access USB/Ipod feature did not work at time of delivery. Previous trips for repair unsuccessful. A new sofware upgrade this trip fixed it. Now works perfectly. Upon car start, warning that AWD/DSC malfunction occurred. Warning would reset after driving a few feet. Recently when this occurred, the time and date display had to be reset. Reflash of DME software fixed the problem. It's all about computers now.
May 2009 17000 mi	The oil pan was replaced due to an oil leak through a mounting hole for the front differential. This is an AWD vehicle. This problem came from the factory when purchased new.
Aug 2009 20000 mi	The High Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP) failed. This is a known issue with the 535 series engine (which BMW issued an extended 10yr warranty for HPFP.) I was able to drive the car to the dealer under reduced power. Fixed in one day...gave me a loaner
Dec 2010 35000 mi	'Klunk' when starting up. Fixed with TSB software update.

BMW 5-Series in Ohio, United States Jul 2007 - Aug 2010
Aug 2008 13000 mi	Car had little power and warned there was a malfunction. I was away from the dealer, if I had driven to the dealer instead of stopping it probably would not have had to have been towed. High pressure fuel pump had to be replaced.
Jun 2009 22000 mi	Regular maintenance turned up a problem with an intermittent fuel sensor that I was told could have could have made the car undriveable if not fixed.
Mar 2010 29000 mi	Oil change, halo (headlight) replaced, brakes replaced, battery replaced due to car stating there was a power outage when I would go back to car after driving it for a short period.

BMW 5-Series in North Carolina, United States Aug 2013 - Jun 2022
Jun 2014 91000 mi US $200	Water pump quit working and car would only idle. Water pump was covered under warranty, but I had to pay for thermostat replacement not covered.
Apr 2020 122000 mi US $2800	Had to replace transfer case.

BMW 5-Series in New York, United States Nov 2007 - Dec 2011
Sep 2011 66000 mi US $1700	updated software, replace damaged steering arm,

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BMW 5-Series in British Columbia, Canada Mar 2014 - Apr 2018
Sep 2014 82460 mi C $670	Mild leak was discovered oil housing gasket. Had that fixed and some adjacent seals replaced.
Aug 2015 95480 mi C $1400	Fuel injectors cleaned out with walnut shells. Car was running very rough.
Jun 2016 106020 mi C $2200	Thermostat was replaced and water pump was replaced proactively.
Aug 2016 110120 mi C $640	Coolent hose and sensor replacement
Jan 2017 120900 mi C $2200	Oil leak from two areas.
Jul 2017 122760 mi C $1400	Oil leak from seal and spark plug changes, but problem is with error code coming on randomly (engine malfunction - limp mode) due to turbo pressure failure. Still investigating...
Sep 2017 124000 mi C $400	One of the Turbos was setting off error messages and the linkage was adjusted due to wear.
Apr 2018 124620 mi C $2000	Alternator belt shredded and got sucked into the engine.

BMW 5-Series in Mississippi, United States Aug 2011 - Apr 2014
Dec 2012 62000 mi	Failure of daytime running lights. Repair deferred due to cost to run diagnostics (>$200)
Apr 2013 67000 mi US $1500	Water pump failed. Water pump and thermostat replaced. Also replaced passenger side angel eye bulb.
Jul 2013 73200 mi US $500	Replace left rear window regulator
Feb 2014 81700 mi US $2000	Replaced alternator belt and idler pulley. Repaired minor oil leak. Also address brake light recall issue (no charge).

BMW 5-Series in Nevada, United States Jan 2011 - Jun 2011
Mar 2011 37500 mi	Piece of trim, Driver's HVAC vent missing aluminum trim. Dealer replaced register trim. Front and rear windscreen seals deteriorating. Howling noise upon turning at low speeds. Passenger side seat extention cover falling off. Trim piece missing from Driver's side left A/C vent. Steering wheel roundel oxidizing from the inside.
May 2011 42000 mi	NAV option not in idrive. DVD drive was not reading the NAV disc. Dealer replaced the DVD drive. NAV now functions.
Jun 2011 42000 mi	Shortly after dealer repaired the no-nav problem, the CD drive would no longer read CDs.

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BMW 5-Series in Maryland, United States Dec 2012 - Dec 2016
Feb 2013 53000 mi	Engine misfire, now it is doing it again
Dec 2013 78000 mi US $18	Replaced tail light socket.
Apr 2015 113000 mi US $2100	Water pump, thermostat, oil in radiator. Reseal oil cooler
Jun 2015 114000 mi US $250	Plastic hose eroded away from front of head
Dec 2016 136000 mi	Needed a turbo. Needed front wheel bearings.

BMW 5-Series in Tennessee, United States Jul 2014 - Aug 2014
Jul 2014 127000 mi US $972	starter was replaced.

BMW 5-Series in Colorado, United States Aug 2013 - Mar 2014
Oct 2013 64300 mi	Replaced engine under warranty. Spun main bearing

BMW 5-Series in North Carolina, United States Aug 2013 - Oct 2014
Sep 2013 71000 mi	Interior driver seat control buttom was not working. Dealer removed and reset button.

BMW 5-Series in Ohio, United States Feb 2012 - Jun 2018
Apr 2012 50000 mi	Car went into limp mode and displayed error on i-Drive. Took to dealer and they replaced cylinder 1 variable vanos solenoid. Also had them replace carbon filters and sunroof seal due to excessive noise.
May 2012 50300 mi	Car back in for sunroof. The dealer cannot seem to get it right. The car has been in 4 times now for the sunroof seal and excessive wind noise. I will report back later.
Jun 2012 51000 mi	Back in for sunroof wind noise. As of today July 9th the dealers last repair has been successful and the sunroof is still quiet. This repair took 4 trips to the dealer to re mediate.
Dec 2012 54000 mi US $780	Replaced all ball joints and control arm bushings. I was having issues with the front brake rotors receiving pad material deposits. This would in turn produce heavy steering wheel vibration upon braking. Found bad balljoints. Engine cooling fan running on high with no heat in vehicle. Electric water pump failed. Replaced electric water pump.
Mar 2013 57000 mi US $500	The 4X4 light, including DSC ABS EBS, and I forget the rest came on. In combination with a stutter under acceleration and a inconsistent thud. All of this was related to replacement of the transfer case positioning motor.
Aug 2013 63600 mi US $50	Wastegates needed adjusted on the turbo chargers. Also had a leak in the charge pipe. Adjusted wastegate and replaced worn components on bypass valves.
May 2014 78300 mi US $299	Car was making growling noise when HVAC was on. This noise changed pitch with engine RPM's. AC system needed re-charged, with dye. Dealer claimed it was not leaking and that it is normal to lose 10% per year of refrigerant.
Apr 2015 93300 mi US $250	Evaporator developed a leak December 2014, just now getting around to replacing it. Parts are inexpensive, however must take dash completely out to repair.
May 2015 94000 mi US $400	The 4X4 light, including DSC ABS EBS, and I forget the rest came on. In combination with a stutter under acceleration and a inconsistent thud. All of this was related to replacement of the transfer case positioning motor.
Mar 2018 144000 mi US $1800	Replaced transfer case mounting bushing due to a "clunk". Replaced tension struts, tie rod ends, control arms, ball joints and wheel bearings. Engine was leaking oil, source of leak was attributed to the oil filter and oil cooler gaskets failing. Replaced gaskets. Car had a misfire and needed the intake valves cleaned. This is a routine maintenance item that was way overdue. Replaced both front half shafts due to a severe vibration while accelerating.
Jun 2018 146000 mi US $4500	The car had severe boost lag. The original turbochargers waste gates were worn beyond their service life. Turbochargers were replaced.

BMW 5-Series in California, United States Jul 2014 - Jan 2022
Jul 2014 60000 mi US $1300	water pump went out
Jan 2016 67800 mi US $950	fuel pump
Jan 2022 86000 mi US $1500	AC compressor

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BMW 5-Series in Finland Nov 2007 - Mar 2014
Apr 2009 26040 mi	Bonnet was readjusted to close a gap between headlight and bonnet edge. Computer reported a fuel pump fault but it turned out be a sensor connection problem which was fixed. Problems with playing music from USB drive which caused navigation system resets. This only happens with some particular songs. Computer software was reportedly re-installed which I doubt.
Jan 2010 39060 mi	Right front wheel made strange noise when driving over speed bumps. Lubrication re-aligning parts helped but the noise is still audible. According to service mgr, BMW have instructed to change parts only if the problem reappears after lubrication.

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BMW 5-Series in Ireland Feb 2008 - Aug 2010
Aug 2009 52080 mi €320	Clear coat peeling from front fender - required removal from car, stripping, re-painting and re-fitting.

BMW 5-Series in India Feb 2013 - Jan 2016
Apr 2013 36940 mi	I heard rattling sound from engine compartmnt. when got checked company replaced all chains including timing, crankshaft , piston rings all studs bolts it costs me app. 4 lakhs in indian rupees
Jul 2013 43160 mi	car has leakage from enginr oil filter assembly . and dealership takes 5 days torepair it , but leakge still persists after this they recall me and i left car for more 5 days now its ok ,.but now from till i get car it gives me stating prom
Aug 2013 44640 mi	Rattling sound coming again from engine and there is consumption of engine oil 1 ltr per 2000 kms ..2 Dealer said we hav to again replace its pisyon rings, pulleys ,etc which they had already done 2 moths ago
Oct 2013 48360 mi	my cars engine gets totaly damaged. sleeve in the engine bolck gets cracked and full block including pistons are replaced.
Mar 2015 69440 mi $90000	rpm fluctuates and car sometimes stop in the middle of road . problem was with fuel system
Aug 2015 82460 mi $15000	engine and gear mounts got replaced drive shft bearing mount also broken. bmw do not have the part. till then i cant drive car. they are out of stock worldwide.
Sep 2015 84320 mi $22000	Differential seal of right side axle got leaked and replaced both seal and differential oil
Jan 2016 88040 mi $7500	Drive shaft mount got damaged because of bmw workshop mechanics . Timing chain start rattling they adjust the tensioners. Hence they had removed the driveshaft and gearbox. They fix a bolt in centre of shaft and its alingment become out.

BMW 5-Series in Great Britain Aug 2016 - Jun 2022
Jun 2016 80000 mi £850	seal worn out, fluid changed. £850.
Jun 2018 77000 mi £250	Battery software update. My garage did not charge. Previous owner changed battery but not updated software causing all sorts of issues/code messages. Issue solved.
Sep 2021 89000 mi £200	Cable loom worn out, occasionally shorting the system for faults.

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BMW 5-Series in California, United States Dec 2015 - Dec 2019
Jan 2016 55000 mi US $500	ignition coil replacement
May 2016 58000 mi	Suspension bushing wear
Apr 2017 62000 mi US $8000	Vanos system repair
Jun 2018 71000 mi US $2200	throttle actuators replaced

BMW 5-Series in Districto Federal, Mexico Jun 2014 - Mar 2017
Oct 2014 31000 mi $100	DSC, EDC, ABS Lights on on dash, DSC disabled. DSC control module was reset. problem comes back about once a week, goes away on restart.
May 2016 39460 mi $800	DSC, EDC, ABS Lights on on dash, DSC disabled. Had the DSC pump removed, sent it to ecutesting.com in the UK for a rebuild. Got it back, had it installed back. Problem solved. Car wasn't driveable while waiting for the part.
Aug 2016 42160 mi $2000	The SMG pump motor failed and had to be replaced.

BMW 5-Series in California, United States Jan 2011 - Dec 2014
Aug 2011 16289 mi	Battery was weak due to lack of driving. BMW offered a goodwill replacement, provided I would use a battery conditioner on the vehicle while the car was not being used. Battery was weak due to lack of driving. BMW offered a goodwill replacement, provided I would use a battery conditioner on the vehicle while the car was not being used.
Mar 2013 20000 mi US $500	Check Engine called out an "Increased Emissions" fault. The Bank 2 secondary air valve was defective. After replacement, the increased emissions problem went away.

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BMW 5-Series in California, United States Dec 2015 - Feb 2017
Mar 2016 39000 mi US $350	Tire pressure sensor

BMW 5-Series in Florida, United States Aug 2015 - Sep 2017
Sep 2016 80000 mi US $990	Alternator replaced
Mar 2017 83000 mi US $350	Power window regulator. Window dropped into the door.

BMW 5-Series in Kentucky, United States Jan 2014 - Jul 2018
Feb 2014 88700 mi US $375	Replace Battery
May 2014 95500 mi US $1500	VANOS solenoids
Jun 2015 110000 mi US $15000	Complete engine replacement
Jul 2018 150000 mi US $1000	Ignition coil

BMW 5-Series in Maryland, United States Apr 2011 - Oct 2014
Apr 2012 33000 mi	Voltage Regulator inside Alternator went bad. Electronic Damping Controller module exhibited a fault, causing a steering system warning to come on.
May 2012 34300 mi	Clutch chatter lead to hot spots on the flywheel. Caused by wear to clutch assembly, less than 1mm remaining. Repair was free due to bumper-to-bumper warranty, otherwise would have cost $3,000+.
Dec 2012 45000 mi	Vanos valve in oil pump sounded like it was "popping" when outside temp dropped below 56F. Problem was not properly isolated by the dealer because the outside temp rose above 56F while at the dealer.
Oct 2014 76000 mi US $4600	Oil cooler and oil lines started leaking with a Class III leak and needed repair.

BMW 5-Series in Pennsylvania, United States Feb 2011 - Mar 2012
Jun 2011 28000 mi	Left front running light failed prematurely. Related to software, which was updated for entire system (5 HR download)
Nov 2011 34000 mi US $89	Strong wind noise from closed sun roof
Mar 2012 37000 mi	Wind noise at closed sun roof. Replaced seal

BMW 5-Series in Michigan, United States Jun 2021 - Jul 2022
Sep 2021 64500 mi US $800	Needed all 10 new spark plugs and a coil pack went bad.
Nov 2021 64000 mi	AC Compressor blown.

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BMW 5-Series in Florida, United States May 2010 - Aug 2014
May 2012 88700 mi US $400	Mehatronic unit
Jul 2012 92000 mi	Ac compressor Fiber optic szl unit. (Handles communication with steering wheel controls, airbag.) Dsc unit Adjust parking brake
Aug 2012 92700 mi	Guibo also known as flex disk
Oct 2012 94000 mi	Dsc failed and computer
Apr 2013 100500 mi	Water pump, valve cover gaskets, alt gasket
Jul 2013 103000 mi	Oil pump and valve cover gasket

BMW 5-Series in Florida, United States Aug 2016 - Aug 2016
Apr 2016 93000 mi US $3500	Coolant system was leaking. Replaced several coolant temp sensors and hoses. Ended up being the valley pan gasket. Car was leaking oil. Ended up replacing, valve cover gaskets, upper timing cover gaskets, vacuum pump re-seal Car wen't into limp-mode during normal driving conditions. Needed to replace exhaust camshaft sensor. Car pulled to the right during acceleration. Replaced front thrust rods, front sway bar.

BMW 5-Series in California, United States Aug 2010 - Jun 2013
Apr 2011 38000 mi	Sunroof became noisy at speeds above 35 mph. Sunroof seal was replaced under warranty.
Mar 2013 64000 mi US $50	Leaks from upper and lower timing covers
Apr 2013 64200 mi US $50	Leak from transmission servotronic
May 2013 64000 mi US $50	Leak from radiator overflow Ignition coil on one cylinder went bad

BMW 5-Series in Ohio, United States Feb 2009 - Sep 2012
Sep 2010 47000 mi	Replaced right rear bearing.
Dec 2011 65000 mi US $350	Battery Replacement.

BMW 5-Series in Texas, United States Jan 2009 - Oct 2011
Jan 2009 10000 mi	passenger side rear tire keeps setting off the tire pressure monitor. the sensor says tire pressure is low but tire is fine. not sure why the sensor keeps going off every couple of days.
Jun 2010 23000 mi	windshield washer container had a slow leak

BMW 5-Series in Rhode Island, United States Sep 2007 - Mar 2010
Mar 2008 8000 mi	New "Sport Automatic Transmission" (SAT) not always shifting to reverse when desired. A button on lever must be pushed prior to moving to reverse (electronically controlled) but sometimes doesn't allow lever movement until 2nd or 3rd try.

BMW 5-Series in Maryland, United States Nov 2008 - Jun 2012
Dec 2008 1000 mi	"Dynamic Drive System Malfunction" error. Taken to dealer, cleared fault, problem returned.

BMW 5-Series in Pennsylvania, United States Apr 2011 - Jun 2016
Jan 2013 32200 mi US $50	Service engine returned after 3 months. Found defective exhaust pump in trunk? Previous dealer reset light and advised it was gas cap issue.
Oct 2014 40300 mi	Transmission shifting was erratic, replaced a control module and reprogrammed.
Aug 2015 43900 mi US $2800	Seal leak.

BMW 5-Series in California, United States Sep 2008 - Nov 2012
Mar 2010 18000 mi	High battery drain due to door latch short. Parts ordered, not installed yet
Apr 2010 18300 mi	Replaced rear door handle that was shorting
Oct 2010 26000 mi	Faulty oil sensor indicated overfull oil level. Sensor replaced.
Mar 2011 32000 mi	Check engine light, replaced oxygen sensor. Transmission had a leak, which resulted in poor shifting occasionally, all fixed.
Aug 2011 39000 mi	After oil change, oil reading HIGH, faulty oil sensor, replaced
Dec 2011 43000 mi	Oxygen sensor
Jun 2012 50000 mi US $350	Wind noise from sunroof. Seal replaced.

BMW 5-Series in Oregon, United States Feb 2015 - Jan 2017
Apr 2016 126000 mi	Replaced caliper that would periodically stick and cause overheating. Also replaced pads.
Sep 2016 134000 mi US $900	Cooling Fan Relay failed which requires the entire cooling fan assembly to be replaced.

BMW 5-Series in Virginia, United States Apr 2013 - May 2013
May 2013 80000 mi US $384	Transmission shifts horribly/slips from gear 3 to 4. Slips transmission is in gear 5 and I accelerate at a moderate pace.

BMW 5-Series in Oregon, United States Nov 2014 - Jun 2015
Nov 2014 82000 mi	Coolant reservoir developed a leak.

BMW 5-Series in Oregon, United States Apr 2011 - Jan 2012
May 2011 48000 mi	seat adjustment motor replaced under warranty

BMW 5-Series in Oregon, United States Apr 2014 - Sep 2014
Sep 2014 109000 mi	Severe jerk in transmission when shifting into reverse. Noticed it initially upon purchase, but thought it was software. Worsened over time.

BMW 5-Series in Washington, United States Aug 2011 - Mar 2012
Mar 2012 50000 mi US $50	Drove the car in for a check engine light. After the repairs for the check engine light the dealer noticed the transmission was leaking. After another day they told me they would be replacing the transmission. The check engine light came on and I took it into the dealer as I have certified warranty. After being there 1 day I got a call saying that the fuel pumps were bad. They replaced under warranty.

BMW 5-Series in Florida, United States Aug 2011 - Jan 2022
Oct 2011 42000 mi	Transmission fluid leak from wiring harness gromet.
Jun 2013 60000 mi US $120	A/C not blowing cold after car sat for >24 hours until car was moving at road speed.
May 2014 69800 mi US $1132	Discovered a slight leak - alternator bracket and driver's side timing chain cover. Appears leak was about 2 months old, few drops of oil made it to the ground; that's how it was discovered. Replaced all associated gaskets and parts.
Jan 2016 67200 mi	Chain tensioner housing crush washer leaking. Tightened bolt, oil leak stopped.
Mar 2016 78000 mi US $400	after market battery (purchased 2 yrs earlier)began to fail. Purchased new BMW battery and had it registered to the vehicle.
May 2017 89000 mi US $83	Expansion tank developed a hairline crack and dripped coolant. Ordered replacement tank and was able to replace myself in under an hour. Very easy to do.
Jan 2018 98000 mi US $500	Minor oil leak - passenger side valve cover. R&R, new gasket installed, work complete, leak stopped.

BMW 5-Series in Illinois, United States Dec 2012 - Sep 2015
Dec 2013 55000 mi US $1260	Alternator bracket leak
Aug 2015 63000 mi US $1200	Oil pan gasket
Sep 2015 69000 mi	No start

BMW 5-Series in New Jersey, United States Dec 2011 - Jul 2012
Jul 2012 35000 mi	Trunk seal. Computer replaced due to water damage in trunk from broken seal; Battery Recall Windshield wiper motor replaced; Brakes

BMW 5-Series in Texas, United States Mar 2013 - Jun 2018
Apr 2013 57800 mi US $500	Mechatronic controller inside tranny has seal that leaks and causes erratic shifting. Seal replaced and all fluid replaced as preventative maintenance. Vacuum pump for brakes leaking oil. Replaced
Jul 2013 63700 mi US $1530	3 of 4 fluid-filled control arm bushings were worn. 3 control arms assemblies were replaced
Oct 2013 72800 mi US $250	PDC module went bad resulting in frequent non functioning park distance control. Occurs when shifting to reverse.
May 2014 82000 mi US $5000	Valve covers and upper timing cover gaskets leaking Active roll bar system leaking; requires full assembly replacement
Oct 2016 125000 mi US $1100	Control arms and thrust bushings replaced; alignment Water pump and belt replaced Alternator; battery, throttle body and throttle body wiring replaced.
Dec 2017 141000 mi US $700	Warped rotors, replacement pads on front
Jan 2018 145000 mi US $200	Cracked coolant reservoir, leaking temp sensor, cracked hose. Still losing coolant. Possible failing coolant passage tube in block or at rear of engine
Feb 2018 155000 mi	Excessive oil usage (2 qts per 7500 Miles). Diagnosis service to check for leaks and determine extent of repairs required. Leaks found but determined that valve stems seals and guides bad. $4500 to repair gaskets and valve stem seals. Service declined due to exceeding value of car. Excessive front tire wear due to toe out condition, rough ride and vibration. Diagnosis provided for work required. Determined that all control arms, all shocks/struts, tie rods, possible wheel bearings will need replacement. Rear control arms will need replacement due to wandering rear end.

BMW 5-Series in Georgia, United States Sep 2013 - Mar 2014
Nov 2013 59100 mi US $20	Shelled out $20 for a OBDII code reader to diagnose the check engine light.#5 Spark plug went bad. Luckily this was at the front and easily accessible allowing me to change myself.
Feb 2014 64100 mi US $350	Battery started to die, which Causes other systems to malfunction since the car has so many electrical systems.

BMW 5-Series in South Carolina, United States May 2013 - Dec 2016
Jul 2013 114000 mi US $400	The car required a new control module. The transmission went into safety mode and wouldn't shift. The car had also been failing to start even thought the battery was charged.
Sep 2013 119000 mi US $390	The transmission went into safe driving mode. It wouldn't shift out of second gear. A control module was found to be faulty and replaced.
Jan 2015	Leaking transmission pan and gasket replaced. The original pan warps at about 100,000 miles and begins to leak. I replaced pan and fluid myself for about $200.00. The dealer wanted $870.00.

BMW 5-Series in Tennessee, United States Mar 2010 - Oct 2014
Dec 2010 59000 mi US $200	battery drain - caused by LED bulbs
May 2011 65000 mi US $1400	radiator fan was only working intermitantly
Nov 2011 75000 mi	Oxygen sensor on bank two behind catalyst is going out.
May 2012 82900 mi US $600	Tension Strut bushings were bad
Aug 2012 85000 mi US $320	Two bad coil packs replaced that caused a misfire Two bad coil packs replaced that caused a misfire
Sep 2012 87500 mi US $1350	replaced Mechatronics sleeve and pinion seal Mechatronics sealing sleeve was leaking and pinion seal was leaking. both fixed. also did transmission service
Nov 2012 90000 mi US $50	Tire pressure sensor
Dec 2012 91000 mi US $65	Tire TPMS sensor replaced
Mar 2013 95000 mi US $100	replaced with a Bosch battery from Pepboys.
Apr 2013 95500 mi US $100	Replaced expansion tank due to the measurement device inside the tank crumbled and broke
May 2013 97000 mi US $45	replaced sunroof seal
Sep 2013 101000 mi US $230	Over flow coolant hose
Jan 2014 94000 mi US $300	Replace battery and program car
Jun 2014 113000 mi US $450	Rear window lift Rear diff
Aug 2014 115000 mi US $100	Replaced 6 month old battery with AGM battery
Oct 2014 117000 mi	Rear differential

BMW 5-Series in California, United States Aug 2010 - Sep 2017
Oct 2011 48000 mi	Vacuum pump oil leak, suspension hydraulic leak. Sun roof whistles when closed - won't fully closed. Was told was leaf and/or drain noise but persisted after are cleaned. Had tech ride on freeway and replicated noise. Had to be persistent and make 2nd trip to dealer. Cup holder rattle repair.
Nov 2011 48500 mi	Sunroof whistle fixed. The sun roof gasket was replaced, necessitating a 2 hour software upgrade to the car.
Sep 2013 63000 mi US $50	Oil leak Fluid leak
Apr 2014 68300 mi US $375	Windshield washer pump failed. Also had a rear tail light bulb carriers recall repair
Jul 2014 70300 mi US $200	Oil leak from sending unit
Sep 2014 72000 mi US $3800	Starter replaced Two oil leaks: timing case cover and valve cover gaskets The front thrust arm bearings ($500) were also replaced. $240 went for a four wheel alignment.
Feb 2016 83000 mi US $3500	Cooling fan failed. Expansion tank cracked. Engine overheated. Repairs include: new radiator, water pump, electric fan and hoses.

BMW 5-Series in Texas, United States Oct 2010 - Dec 2011
Nov 2010 22000 mi	Electric thigh extension in drivers seat broken. Gear stripped.

BMW 5-Series in California, United States Sep 2012 - Jan 2015
Jan 2014 58300 mi US $500	CEL light was on when I took the car in for recall work. Dealer diagnosed that the DMTL unit needed replacement.
Aug 2014 62000 mi US $1200	Radiator cooling fan failed, causing engine to overheat in traffic. Could not get the car off the road, so overheating caused the coolant bottle to crack. Fan part alone was $650, plus $100 for the bottle and labor. Car had to be towed.

BMW 5-Series in Pennsylvania, United States Dec 2010 - Nov 2011
Jan 2011 27000 mi	Oil level reading high in I-drive although no oil was introduced to the system since last dealer oil change. this problem has been reoccurring. Computer software reset and reading correctly now, although they've done this fix before.

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BMW 5-Series in Maryland, United States Sep 2012 - Jul 2022
Aug 2013 65000 mi US $30	The weather strip located at the top of the front windshield was starting to crack and deteriorate (probably due to age and sun exposure.
Jun 2014 79000 mi	All four front control arms, both stabilizer links, and one tie rod assembly needed to be replaced. The mass air flow sensor was dirty. It was causing the check engine light to activate.
Nov 2014 90000 mi US $55	The upper coolant expansion tank hose deteriorated and was leaking. It was replaced with an OEM hose.
Feb 2016 112900 mi US $1500	Valley pan was leaking coolant. During repair, all cooling system components (water pump, transfer pipe, thermostat, and hoses) were replaced. Also, miscellaneous o-rings and gaskets were replaced. Fuel purge valve was also replaced.
Mar 2017 131000 mi US $1900	Coolant leak due to failed gasket on the rear engine cover/plate. A new plate was about $65. Repair cost is mostly labor due to the need to remove transmission for the repair. Also, the rear crankshaft seal and clutch release bearing were replaced since they were both accessible at the time. It was preventive maintenance.
Oct 2021 192000 mi US $60	Brakes hoses were replaced. Brake system was bled. Parking brake was adjusted. I noticed the brake hoses were getting old and starting to crack. I replaced them with stainless steel braided upgrades instead of the OEM. The result is a much better brake feel.
Jul 2022 203000 mi US $300	Valve seals replaced. Other seals/gaskets were replaced in the process. Transmission shift bushings were replaced.

BMW 5-Series in Wisconsin, United States Nov 2011 - Mar 2018
Jan 2017 100000 mi	Alternator seal leak Coolant leak reservoir Alternator than new battery that was damaged by faulty alternator
Mar 2018 111000 mi US $9000	Complete valve job! Replaced defective valve stem seals. New valve guides. Machine shop cleaned all valves included replaced all gaskets including main engine gaskets. Multiple oil leaks from worn out gaskets repaired. Installed new manual clutch kit. Had to remove entire engine to do repair 2 weeks after $9000 repair to replace defective valve stem seals and install new manual clutch, battery light on indicating battery discharging while driving car. Just paid $1600 about 7 months ago for dealer installed new alternator. Had to at that time also replace battery that was only year old because bad alternator fried my battery. Car is presently back in shop. Mechanic indicates bad generator though only 7 months new! Thinks oil leaks damaged newly replaced generator looks like another $1000 repair

BMW 5-Series in California, United States Oct 2010 - Sep 2015
Feb 2011 27800 mi	Replace Daytime Running Light. Also, recall for brake booster line leak.
Oct 2011 39700 mi	Replace rubber gasket around sunroof opening. Original seal not working properly and causing excessive wind noise.
May 2012 50500 mi US $50	Side window regulator needed replacement, window would not roll up.
Mar 2015 92000 mi US $800	Electrical system giving "Increased Battery Discharge" warning. BCM replaced, problem not solved. Car now at different mechanic (dealer) diagnosing problem.
Apr 2015 92200 mi US $1800	Increased battery discharge warning received, fixed by replacing Body Control Module and reprogramming

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BMW 5-Series in Massachusetts, United States Sep 2017 - Jun 2018
Apr 2018 121000 mi US $295	Engine [ignition] coil. Still bucking bringing back

BMW 5-Series in California, United States Dec 2008 - Jun 2011
Dec 2008 9000 mi	Battery charging computer replaced.

BMW 5-Series in California, United States Mar 2012 - Sep 2013
Jun 2013 56000 mi US $185	Oxygen sensor failed

BMW 5-Series in Florida, United States Aug 2011 - Jan 2018
Sep 2012 55000 mi	Battery replacement under warranty, Battery terminal recall done
Apr 2014 68200 mi US $50	Alternator failed Broken aluminum head bolts (4) were extracted and replaced
Jul 2014 69700 mi	Oil leak from valvetronic seal, valve cover gasket and oil filter housing. Seem to be results from the head bolt work done in April Coil #1 died, replaced all 6 coils and plugs. I believe this was due to pressure cleaning at the dealer from the prior day's trip.
Oct 2015 85500 mi	When in for an oil change, dealer said the valve cover gasket was leaking - I saw no evidence of this, but since they replaced it 1 year ago under warranty, it was replaced again under warranty. I'm still not sure if it was bad
Sep 2016 96000 mi US $1400	Coolant leak, replaced radiator. Proactively replaced water pump and hoses.
Aug 2017 106000 mi US $1000	Front wheel bearings needed to be replaced due to noise. Strut mounts were bad, replaced struts as well.

BMW 5-Series in California, United States Aug 2012 - Sep 2018
Jul 2015 90000 mi US $1000	replaced battery oil leak valve cover and oil filter husing

BMW 5-Series in Texas, United States Feb 2014 - Jul 2016
Apr 2014 89000 mi US $100	#2 coil went out
Jan 2015 106000 mi US $50	Car was making a humming noise at low speeds. Turned off at to hear it better and noise went away. Checked and refrigerant was low. Topped off, noise went away
Oct 2015 128700 mi US $500	Fuel sending unit leaking
Jul 2016 143000 mi US $1500	Oil leaks on oil filter housing and valve cover

BMW 5-Series in Georgia, United States Jun 2008 - Aug 2010
Sep 2008 16000 mi	Car would not start, dealer replaced fuel pump controller, fuel filter, and fuel pump.
Mar 2009 21000 mi	Replaced 6/6 injectors to no avail. Replaced DME, vehicle still running "rich". Replaced fuel pump(s) and filter(s) and additional electronics. Problem has not recurred, dealer cannot pinpoint root cause. The injectors were clearly defective from factory.

BMW 5-Series in Tennessee, United States Sep 2013 - Sep 2013
Sep 2013 55000 mi US $400	Replaced rain sensor in front windshield for intermittent wiper system

BMW 5-Series in Tennessee, United States Jan 2015 - Sep 2017
Jan 2015 73000 mi US $600	oil filter housing gasket replaced
Aug 2017 84000 mi US $10	Passenger side marker light out. When replacing bulb noticed black wire shield was dry rotted and broke off in pieces once touched exposing wire. Repaired with electrical tape.

BMW 5-Series in Virginia, United States Jul 2013 - Sep 2013
Jul 2013 61000 mi US $4250	Oil had leaked into the "timing belt solenoid" which was causing the engine to fire at the wrong times and making the car impossible to drive.

BMW 5-Series in California, United States Aug 2010 - Dec 2014
Jun 2011 26000 mi	Software controlling Vanos needed to be reflashed with a newer version.
Jan 2012 44800 mi	Sensor controlling VANOS was bad - replaced. Too much voltage to DRL's - replaced bulbs and reflashed computer to permanently lower the voltage.
Dec 2013 83000 mi	Fan control knob broke. Repaired and reinstalled.
Jul 2014 89200 mi US $1000	Leaking transmission oil, new pan & fluid change
Dec 2014 90000 mi US $600	Coil pack bad, replaced bad unit & injectors

BMW 5-Series in North Carolina, United States Jul 2010 - Apr 2014
Nov 2010 17000 mi	Shifter would block intermitently when trying to go into reverse. Had to go to drive first then push back into reverse. had to change one cupholder that would not come out.
Mar 2011 22000 mi	Had to replace the Sirius satellite unit. Was playing but would sometimes stay on one channel and could not change it even after turning car off and back on again...
Jun 2013 53000 mi	AC drainage tube was blocked and water stayed trapped in air ducts. Water vapor was felt when AC was on. This appears to be a relatively common problem based on what I read on blogs. The drainage opening under the car gets clogged.
Sep 2013 57000 mi US $850	Belt had to be replaced, battery had to be replaced

BMW 5-Series in Texas, United States Jul 2015 - Aug 2015
Aug 2015 87000 mi US $1004	Starter Motor Replacement

BMW 5-Series in North Carolina, United States Dec 2010 - Apr 2017
Mar 2014 60000 mi US $50	Oil Filter housing leaking
Sep 2014 64000 mi US $2000	#5 Bank Solenoid Thermostat failed. Tensioner pulley failed Pan failed, leaking.
May 2016 79000 mi US $800	Starter went out.

BMW 5-Series in North Dakota, United States Oct 2011 - Mar 2012
Dec 2011 35000 mi	Hydraulic valve lifter (HVA) replacement – this is a very common issue with pre-2009 N52 engines. A TSB existed, and the work was performed according to the TSB. The symptom was a ticking noise. Teflon tape was added to the sheet metal which contacts the door seals in order to alleviate a creaking noise. There is also a TSB for this issue.

BMW 5-Series in California, United States Aug 2013 - Dec 2017
Jul 2014 73000 mi US $800	small leak in the bottom corner of radiator. Replaced unit $690 included coolant.
Nov 2014 84000 mi US $750	Water pump failed.
Dec 2014 87000 mi US $300	Replaced the battery
Jul 2015 104800 mi US $1200	Replaced coils
Sep 2015 109000 mi US $1200	Engine ran hot and later would not start. Needed new starter. Replaced radiator reservoir which had a crack in the plastic.
Dec 2015 116000 mi US $1500	radiator replaced due to failure from earlier install , radiator hoses all replaced and electric water pump replaced
Jan 2016 118000 mi US $2100	Vanos system and motor/sensors

BMW 5-Series in Arizona, United States Nov 2015 - Jun 2018
Jul 2017 84000 mi US $1800	Worn ball joints and rear suspension

BMW 5-Series in British Columbia, Canada Jul 2011 - Apr 2013
Nov 2011 55800 mi C $200	Windshield washer jets were not working. One was clogged and the other popped out of the connector. Easy fix for both. Had regular maintenance completed as well.
Jun 2012 61380 mi C $1700	Transmission pan bent and needed replaced. Slow leak and seals needed to be replaced. New fill of transmission fluid. Both front tie rods were worn and needed replacement.
Dec 2012 68200 mi C $350	Rear lighting harness burnt out affecting the driver side rear light array. Dealer did a re-wire job to save me the $1200 for a whole new harness.
Apr 2013 72540 mi C $865	Starter died. Had it replaced

BMW 5-Series in Pennsylvania, United States Nov 2011 - Mar 2013
Dec 2011 52000 mi	Molding sunroof Spontaneously opening trunk Check engine light
Feb 2012 53700 mi US $800	Radiator and thermostat replaced. Computer reprogramming.
Aug 2012 59700 mi US $200	Cracked bushing.
Mar 2013 64000 mi	Cracked bushing unrepaired.

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BMW 5-Series in Ohio, United States Jan 2014 - Nov 2018
Feb 2014 82800 mi US $1000	Routine maintenance
Sep 2017 120000 mi US $450	Oil stand leak
Oct 2017 122000 mi US $200	Replaced passenger side headlight.
May 2018 128000 mi US $75	Rear view mirror came deattavhed from windshield. Reattached by shop.

BMW 5-Series in Illinois, United States May 2008 - Nov 2010
May 2010 15400 mi	front parking sensor broke and was replaced.

BMW 5-Series in New York, United States Jan 2012 - Mar 2012
Feb 2012 78000 mi US $1700	Transmission leak at seal, $751 Oil Leak at valve cover Oil Leak at oil filter head Tie rod end worn & rattling

BMW 5-Series in Ontario, Canada Sep 2011 - Mar 2012
Nov 2011 34060 mi	complete replacing two drive shafts

BMW 5-Series in New York, United States Aug 2007 - Jan 2012
Nov 2007 1000 mi	BMW 2008 528xi- /Valve lifters were rattling- repaired /Computer showing adjustments needed-repaired
Jul 2008 6000 mi	Valve lifters still rattling.
Oct 2008 9000 mi	August 2008 new valve lifters installed. Still rattling...mid-October back into the dealer with the help of BMW regional repair rep., newer heads and hardware replaced again. No further rattling valve lifters.
Nov 2011 39600 mi US $550	Rip off high price for a new battery

BMW 5-Series in Illinois, United States Nov 2008 - Jun 2018
Apr 2009 16000 mi	poor AM radio reception, but was told this is normal for this model.
Sep 2015 47000 mi US $20	Dash panel trim clips broke and needed to be replaced
Apr 2018 55000 mi US $1000	Slipping transmission when first shifting into Drive, needed to rework gaskets for a leak

BMW 5-Series in Vermont, United States Jul 2014 - Sep 2017
Apr 2017 109000 mi US $200	new battery - i-drive was acting up - sending all sorts of errors. the new battery seemed to fix the issue

BMW 5-Series in New York, United States May 2010 - Aug 2011
Dec 2010 33000 mi	Car wouldn't start, reset the computer.

BMW 5-Series in New York, United States Feb 2008 - Jun 2011
Mar 2008 1000 mi	Check engine light came on exactly 2 weeks after I purchased the car at slightly less than 500 miles. Dealer repaired faulty wiring to the oxygen sensor. Also replaced oxygen sensor.
Feb 2009 6000 mi	Metallic ticking in the engine. Dealer performed bleeding procedure, but ticking returned within 1 week. Scheduled new appt in April and will insist that dealer replace the cylinder head, which has been reported as the cause of the noise by prior owners.
May 2009 7000 mi	After a second bleeding procedure in April, the metallic ticking sound in engine returned within one week. BMW headquarters approved cylinder head replacement. Dealer explained that BMW requires several bleedings before approving cylinder head replacement

BMW 5-Series in New Jersey, United States Mar 2011 - May 2011
Apr 2011 40000 mi	Navigation did not work.

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BMW 5-Series in California, United States Sep 2009 - Oct 2020
Feb 2012 42000 mi US $600	Emissions. Oxygen sensor and some valve
Mar 2013 53000 mi US $1000	Early gasket oil leak
Mar 2015 99000 mi US $500	Daylight lights out on one side. Simple checks could not fix it. So was gonna be a More major repair effort and I said not worth it.
May 2015 102000 mi US $1400	left rear window needed a new regulator.
Sep 2015 109000 mi	worn out front bushings
Mar 2016 124000 mi US $1200	something about a worn out ball joint oil leak around gasket replaced cooling hoses and some other device related to it. close to be worn out.
Jun 2017 156000 mi US $2000	Gasket oil leak

BMW 5-Series in New Jersey, United States Jul 2012 - Jun 2016
Jan 2013 US $115	The accessory belt pulley was making noise and was found to be warped. It was replaced under CPO warranty and I paid about $70 for a new belt to be installed with the new pulley.
Jul 2013 63300 mi US $50	Valve ticking typical with n52 engine replaced lifters under cpo warrantee, now engine purrs quietly
Jun 2015 85000 mi US $40	Left Halo light burned. Changed the gasket for the oil cooler and housing. Two gaskets, very cheap, plas new bolts. Easy to do, look online for how to's. Some bolts can be a bit of a pain. Also, dont forget to lube the new gaskets with old oil.

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BMW 5-Series in Alabama, United States Oct 2014 - Jun 2017
Dec 2014 31000 mi US $7000	Transmission gave reading on computer..at 80 miles car went to 40 on highway and jerked. took to dealer : said needed new transmission. Had after market warratny which paid 6000 for rebuilt one.Car rides better but check engine light still n needed new tie-rod in front

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BMW 5-Series in Panama Jun 2010 - Jun 2011
Jul 2010 6820 mi US $14000	The car presented problems totally losing power and sending the computer message of "failure in the engine". I took it directly to the dealer and the car stayed there for almost 6 months.

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BMW 5-Series in Norway Nov 2009 - Mar 2010
Dec 2009 84940 mi $2000	Did not start. Dealer found battery problem. Paid for replacement and software upgrade but dealer did not replace it! Same problem next day. Towed back and has been at dealer for three weeks waiting for a control module from BMW Germany.

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BMW 5-Series in Sweden Aug 2009 - Mar 2010
Dec 2009 19220 mi $500	Central locking stopped working. Turns out the antenna receiver installed in the cars is not reliable in extremely cold, wet weather. Had to be replaced.

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BMW 5-Series in Great Britain Jun 2011 - Dec 2015
Jul 2011 68700 mi	Changed MAF because of constant emission exhaust life on dashboard. Job done under warranty.
Jul 2012 80700 mi £1	Boot / Trunk opened intermittently and this was traced to a damaged electrical wire that supplied power to the Boot / Trunk switch. The fix involves removing trims in the Boot / Trunk.
Jun 2013 90000 mi	Fault with the steering lock system. Common fault with BMWs.
Sep 2015 114000 mi	Glow plugs snapped deep inside the engine when bmw engineers attempted to replace the plugs. It cost me £1500 to fix.

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BMW 5-Series in Texas, United States Aug 2009 - Mar 2010
Sep 2009 42000 mi	Automatic transmission was shifting harshly into 3rd, dealer claims to have replaced entire transmission. Transmission is shifting perfectly now.

BMW 5-Series in New York, United States Mar 2013 - Apr 2013
Apr 2013 36000 mi US $550	hydraulic lifters/levers exhibit constant clicking which is a known problem to BMW. Had the lifters replaced with newer parts. Fresh back from dealership for repair, the battery died and won't start.

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BMW 5-Series in Macedonia, F.Y.R.O. Sep 2011 - Jan 2022
Jul 2013 107540 mi $300	Little acceleration below 2,500-3,000 rpm, after which usual high power and acceleration arrived. Rear passenger window overrode close position and after closing, reopened 5cm or so. Could only close manually with care to stop window rolling before it reached the top.
Jul 2015 145680 mi $60	Replace leaking coolant system thermostat
Jun 2020 173600 mi $700	Rubber seat on differential replaced ACC radar replaced Tailgate loom wires repaired. Catastophic design so wires constantly break.

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BMW 5-Series in New Jersey, United States Oct 2007 - Apr 2010
Apr 2007 3000 mi	Oil level sensor giving false "below minimum" warnings.
May 2007 3000 mi	Passenger side head air bag "malfunction". Replaced under warranty.
Mar 2010 12000 mi	AWD and DSC malfunction warnings. Dealer replaced "SZL switch", which seems to have cured that problem. "High Battery Drain" warning could not be replicated or diagnosed by dealer.

BMW 5-Series in Florida, United States Apr 2017 - Jul 2019
Jul 2017 39000 mi US $50	Replace leaking w/s washer pump
Oct 2017 40000 mi	Recall for wiring in trunk per, Class action suit. The 5 series had a Class action suit recall on the E60 and 61 that were less than 10 years old and less than 100,000 miles to reposition wiring in the trunk that could be damaged by water from the sunroof drains filling the compartment. This was only settled last month, and they don't have the parts yet.
Dec 2017 43000 mi	This was to address a "recall", actually a class action suit repair. The wiring in the back (trunk) was susceptible to being flooded if the roof drains clogged. They did a sloppy job the first time I brought in it, I had to bring it back, and finally I secured the components myself. In addition they tore the inner fender insulation, altogether a BUTCHER JOB....BMW SHOULD BE ASHAMED.
Mar 2018 43000 mi US $180	Replaced one coil pack.

BMW 5-Series in Kansas, United States Sep 2014 - Dec 2020
Dec 2014 107000 mi US $30	Replaced the oil filter housing gasket and oil cooler housing gasket that were slightly leaking. Preventative maintenance.
Dec 2015 129000 mi	I had to clean both Vanos Solenoid valves. No problems since cleaning both valves.
Apr 2016 134800 mi	I have an airbag warning light on. The passenger seat airbag mat sensor is bad.
Nov 2016 146500 mi US $250	I replaced a leaking valve cover gasket and I preventively replaced the eccentric shaft sensor while I was in there.
Jun 2017 156500 mi US $230	Had to replace the accessory belt tensioner. Aluminum bolt was severly bent and the tensioner then bent.
Feb 2018 166000 mi	Replaced the coolant expansion tank as preventative maintenance.

BMW 5-Series in Texas, United States Jun 2010 - Jun 2017
Aug 2010 38000 mi US $50	Pulled "key" out of ignition with car not in "Park", breaking something that held the key in place. I could hold it in and push the button to start the car and drive it, but the Nav. wouldn't work without the key in place. Repaired broken ignition switch -- key would not stay in. Fixed under CPO warrantee.
Aug 2012 69300 mi	Button on station wagon power tailgate failed.
Jun 2013 83000 mi US $560	Interior A/C fan blower motor failed and was replaced.
Mar 2014 93000 mi US $960	Replaced water pump and thermostat.
Jun 2014 95000 mi US $350	Replaced two radiator hoses.
Mar 2017 113000 mi US $30	Hydraulic leak in tailgate lift system. Added hydraulic fluid to the reservoir.

BMW 5-Series in California, United States Jul 2010 - Nov 2011
Aug 2010 72000 mi US $200	key fob buttons not working, had to place physical key in door to open/close/start engine. comfort access not working. diagnosed as no power to antennaes;solution was to replace old wires with enough slack so they wouldn't break in future
Mar 2011 80000 mi US $100	service advisor noticed oil leaking on top of the engine - it had to do with some worn hoses and plugs. they were replaced and the problem has been solved. the car was brought in for front brake pad replacement.
Jun 2011 84000 mi US $165	rear hatch wasn't lifting up, wiring harness replaced and repaired. also the joint between the transmission and engine was cracked and replaced. also oil and filter change.
Nov 2011 90000 mi US $375	traction control sensor worn, replaced hydraulic fluid for liftgate also filled

BMW 5-Series in Florida, United States Jun 2010 - Jul 2016
Dec 2010 22000 mi	Fluid leak at the mechatronics sleeve. R&R trans pan and replace sleeve and o-ring.
Feb 2015 54600 mi US $1200	Starter motor failed

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BMW 5-Series in British Columbia, Canada Jul 2010 - Jul 2012
Apr 2012 39560 mi C $1600	Water pump and radiator hose failed. Rear light assembly burned out - replaced with new. plus regular maintenance

BMW 5-Series in Virginia, United States Jul 2012 - Mar 2018
Mar 2013 44000 mi US $90	Failed ignition coil in cylinder three
May 2013 45000 mi US $657	Replaced air compressor for air suspension.
Aug 2014 56000 mi US $150	Replaced ignition coils. One coil had gone bad Chrome finish on shift knob was peeling
May 2015 67000 mi US $1300	Replaced radiator hoses, main drive belt, and two new tires
Jun 2016 75000 mi US $1100	replaced water pump and thermostat, latter preventive
Aug 2016 76000 mi US $1100	Eccentric Arm sensor was replaced along with valve cover gasket
Sep 2016 76000 mi US $800	Broken idler pulley which wore a hole in the radiator hose
Dec 2016 80000 mi US $462	Replaced cooling resevoir which was cracked

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BMW 5-Series in France Jul 2014 - Jul 2018
Aug 2014 75940 mi	Repaired lock on fuel door. (self-repair) actuation rod had broken.

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BMW 5-Series in New Jersey, United States Oct 2008 - Dec 2011
Aug 2009 23000 mi	Steering wheel trim peeling.

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BMW 5-Series in California, United States Jan 2014 - Jan 2016
Jan 2014 88000 mi US $76	R&R battery
Feb 2014 89200 mi US $280	Rubber trim surround on rear windshield was badly deteriorated and was replaced.
Sep 2014 98000 mi US $1200	Secondary cooling fan (the one that kicks in when the a/c is running) failed.
Nov 2014 101000 mi US $750	Control arm bushings Thermostat failed to function. This was an OEM part just replaced in Sept. 14 in conjunction w/ aux. fan motor repl. Parts supplier furnished a replacement unit but customer ate labor because work was done by a different shop.
Dec 2014 102000 mi	Sunroof, rarely used, would not close and made a loud, expensive sounding noise like binding metal parts. Decided to deactivate control switch.
Jan 2015 US $932	Experienced rough 1-2 up-shifts, and occasional loss of power at low speeds on grades. Replaced transmission pan/filter, fluid
May 2015 107300 mi	Complete failure of sport shift mode on Steptronic trasmission confirmed by fault codes. Checked availability of this $500 part and learned local dealer keeps them in inventory. This generally indicates that the failure is common.
Oct 2015 113300 mi US $1338	Replace alternator, check battery for viability
Jan 2016 115000 mi	Sunroof never fixed. Transmission sport mode never fixed.

BMW 5-Series in California, United States Feb 2009 - Mar 2010
Apr 2009 16000 mi	Very rough idle at start. Lasted for approximately 60 seconds. A Progman update fixed the problem.

BMW 5-Series in Arizona, United States May 2011 - Dec 2012
Mar 2012 58000 mi	Warning lite when accelerated and turn at same time.

BMW 5-Series in Georgia, United States Dec 2016 - Dec 2017
May 2017 100000 mi US $2500	Heavy smoke coming from the exhaust when sitting at a stoplight or idling for a few minutes. No smoke while driving, only after extended idle. Known problem and was fixed by replacing the valve stem seals. Cost was $2500, performed by Big Mike. User name on Bimmerfest is Bmwudivwdude.

BMW 5-Series in Virginia, United States Aug 2011 - Dec 2012
Dec 2011 74000 mi US $250	alignment and steering rods. software update and door sensor repair. It was that software read wrong value so battery fault.
Apr 2012 77300 mi US $50	Thermostat
May 2012 79000 mi	Emission, check valve for fuel tank.
Sep 2012 84000 mi US $150	ARS Control unit overvoltage

BMW 5-Series in Washington, United States Oct 2015 - Dec 2015
Oct 2015 100000 mi US $1642	Head gasket.
Dec 2015 100000 mi US $110	Leak in power steering pump.

BMW 5-Series in Texas, United States Oct 2008 - Dec 2010
Sep 2009 29000 mi	Service Engine Soon light on. Coode P0130 - Oxygen Sensor Failure

BMW 5-Series in British Columbia, Canada Aug 2016 - May 2017
Sep 2016 76880 mi C $100	Radiator Expansion tank split on one corner top to bottom - BANG!
Apr 2017 87420 mi C $3000	Oil leaks - timing cover gaskets and alternator bracket gasket

BMW 5-Series in California, United States Jul 2009 - Mar 2018
May 2010 41000 mi	Seal on sunroof causing excess wind noise.
Jan 2011 39800 mi	Transmission leak leading to rough shifts.
Jan 2012 53000 mi US $50	active sway bar system had a leak
Jun 2012 72000 mi	Windshield wiper motor and control module not working properly. Wipers would not return to home position.
Mar 2015 104000 mi US $3500	Water pump leaking, hoses were old
Nov 2015 110400 mi US $1000	Replace coolant system, hoses

BMW 5-Series in Oregon, United States Jun 2015 - Apr 2017
Aug 2015 133400 mi US $1900	Transmission slipping, malfunction codes. Rebuilt transmission.
Feb 2016 138400 mi US $700	Car was smoking after long periods of idling, valve stem seals were the culprit. Replaced seals, cracked valve cover, oil, other minor things. Extended warranty paid $3500.
Nov 2016 149400 mi US $175	Coolant expansion tank had a leak. Ordered parts and replaced.

BMW 5-Series in Texas, United States Aug 2009 - Mar 2010
Jul 2009 41300 mi	A/C spitting out condensation
Sep 2009 45000 mi US $70	A/C spitting condensation A/C still spitting condensation Freon was overcharged. After purge and recharge, it is working fine with no condensation. 30 degree temp difference at idle.

BMW 5-Series in Alabama, United States Nov 2009 - Apr 2013
Sep 2010 44000 mi	Wind noise at sunroof. Replaced rubber seal. Problem resolved.

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BMW 5-Series in Pennsylvania, United States May 2010 - Jun 2011
Jun 2010 54000 mi US $590	electronic steering lock needed to be replaced. Car was immobile w/o the repair

BMW 5-Series in Minnesota, United States Oct 2009 - Oct 2015
Feb 2010 32900 mi	Wind noise through closed sunroof. Seal replaced
Mar 2012 47000 mi US $50	Fluid leak from active stabilizer bar. Replaced bar under CPO warranty Occasional problems with car not starting. Integrated Supply Module replaced under CPO Service Engine Soon light on. Replaced O2 sensor

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BMW 5-Series in Texas, United States Feb 2010 - Nov 2011
Mar 2011 66000 mi	Steering wheel electric lock warning message. Dealer replaced electric lock (the device that locks the steering wheel when car is off).

BMW 5-Series in Arizona, United States May 2010 - Jun 2011
Jun 2010 68000 mi US $2700	a/c crap on bmw 5 series was leaking can't find problem
Jul 2010 68000 mi US $1800	a/c compressor replaced

BMW 5-Series in Virginia, United States Jun 2010 - Jan 2011
Aug 2010 30000 mi	O2 Sensor

BMW 5-Series in California, United States Jan 2010 - Jan 2014
Mar 2010 22000 mi	SMG Transmission second to first gear downshift is rough. Rattle in both front windows only when window is rolled up.
Dec 2013 54000 mi US $1600	SMG Pump replaced

BMW 5-Series in Texas, United States May 2010 - Mar 2011
Feb 2011 44000 mi	Lag in throttle response.

BMW 5-Series in Florida, United States Sep 2013 - Dec 2015
Nov 2014 86100 mi US $950	The steering sensor was faulty. This caused the Active Steering to not activate. Car was still drivable but not as much fun.
Nov 2015 93600 mi US $310	Radiator was leaking. Purchased a non OEM radiator and installed.

BMW 5-Series in New York, United States Jul 2009 - Jun 2012
Aug 2009 37000 mi	Module to control brakes to prevent rollback with SMG tranny
Jul 2010 50800 mi	passenger seat occupancy sensor detected a presence when nobody was there
Mar 2011 66000 mi	Water pump failed and was responsible for the noise. at the same time a brake recall was done.
Jun 2012 77000 mi	Hydraulic pump to actuate smg gear changes

BMW 5-Series in New Jersey, United States Jul 2014 - Jun 2018
Dec 2014 77000 mi US $66	Oil Pressure Switch Leak. Had to remove brake booster vacuum pump to replace switch. Also replaced vacuum pump seal.
Mar 2015 78000 mi US $500	Noticed oil leak under car towards front of engine. Common issue with the N62 engine. Valve cover and timing cover gasket replaced. Eccentric shaft sensor replaced.
Jun 2015 79000 mi US $120	Replaced coolant hoses due to a coolant leak.
Jan 2016 US $260	Started to see increased battery charge message. After further research replaced Intellignet Battery Sensor which resolved issue.
Jul 2017 88000 mi US $200	Car was over heating. Which led to coolant hoses leaking. Completed diagnostic which indicated fan motor failed. Replaced fan motor which resolved over heating.
Sep 2017 87675 mi US $700	Engine overheating diagnosed fan motor failure. Bmw only sales fan assembly altogether. Replaced whole fan assembly which remedy the overheating.
Nov 2017 88000 mi US $500	Car would not shift into gear. Replaced SMG pump motor and refilled hydraulic fluid system.
May 2018 88120 mi US $149	Replaced and Registered new battery

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BMW 5-Series in Indiana, United States Oct 2006 - Jul 2014
May 2006 300 mi	Replaced CCC unit
Aug 2006 10000 mi	Replaced active steering module
Jul 2007 17500 mi	Replaced passenger side mirror - motor failed
Dec 2007 19000 mi	Replaced turn signal switch due to audible vibration.
Jul 2008 27000 mi	Reprogrammed transmission due to rough shifting
Nov 2009 38000 mi	Replaced exhaust lifters in cylinder head due to ticking noise.
Apr 2010 43000 mi	Active steering module failed - replaced Replaced entire cylinder head due to ticking sound. Orginal repair of replacing lifters only did not work.

BMW 5-Series in Alabama, United States Mar 2010 - Jul 2011
Apr 2010 54000 mi US $1600	Radiator light came on. Vehicle was repaired by replacing radiator and leaking valves (which were discovered when radiator repaired).
Jan 2011 71000 mi US $100	Even with a CPO BMW and a $2000 extended warranty I paid $100 for diagnostic fee which determined rattle from dash was not covered by warranty. Broken or loose strut tower bracket was diagnosed problem. I declined the $650 repair.
Jul 2011 78000 mi US $100	Radiator light came on indicating low water level. Paid $100 for diagnostic fee and problem fixed.

BMW 5-Series in Texas, United States Feb 2009 - Dec 2015
Dec 2013 92000 mi US $625	Motor Mounts / transmission Mounts
Aug 2015 107100 mi US $450	Lifters, Replaced Window Trim Front & Back

BMW 5-Series in Oregon, United States Dec 2010 - Jan 2011
Dec 2010 37500 mi US $1000	Car would not start. Dealer found water leak in trunk that seeped down and caused major electrical problem. Dealer said water damage not covered by CPO. Cost me $1000.
Jan 2011 37500 mi	SES light came on. There was a problem with the VANOS system which was fixed under my CPO. This is the 2nd time SES light came on for VANOS system and about the 6th time the SES light has came on since I purchased the car CPO 3 years ago. SES light came on. There was a problem with the VANOS system which was fixed under my CPO. This is the 2nd time SES light came on for VANOS system and about the 6th time the SES light has came on since I purchased the car CPO 3 years ago.

BMW 5-Series in Oklahoma, United States Mar 2017 - Jun 2018
Nov 2017 142000 mi US $45	Cylinder 6 ignition coil and spark plug Another misfire almost immediately, replaced cylinder 5 ignition coil
Jan 2018 142000 mi US $45	Cylinder 2 ignition coil
May 2018 143708 mi US $105	TPMS Sensor on Driver's Rear Wheel/Tire

BMW 5-Series in Oklahoma, United States Nov 2015 - Dec 2017
Oct 2016 105700 mi US $3200	Lost valve control body at 108255 milesrnCar ran but shifted roughlyrnOpted for this repair before further damage to transmission occured

BMW 5-Series in California, United States Jul 2015 - Jan 2016
Sep 2015 103000 mi US $3800	Front control arm bushing replacement, flat spot on front rims, rear shocks leak Oil leak from oil filter housing
Dec 2015 105000 mi	Transmission failed
Jan 2016	Traded car without repairing transmission.

BMW 5-Series in Maryland, United States Oct 2007 - Jun 2022
Jan 2007 6000 mi	Replaced iDrive controller under warranty
Feb 2008 28000 mi	Replaced sunroof seal under warranty
Aug 2012 77600 mi US $50	Water pump replaced under CPO warranty.
Mar 2015 93000 mi US $250	Leaking lower radiator hose and thermostat.

BMW 5-Series in Georgia, United States Jan 2015 - Dec 2016
Feb 2015 86800 mi US $1100	sensor problem
Jan 2016 US $1200	oil leaks thermostat and water pump
Dec 2016 130000 mi	oil seal leaks

BMW 5-Series in Malaysia Sep 2014 - Oct 2014
Oct 2014 99820 mi $1500	Continuously having high battery discharge in the morning. Battery went dead after two days.Noticed some problem with CD player

BMW 5-Series in Florida, United States Aug 2014 - Apr 2015
Aug 2014 113000 mi US $2600	Oil leak from oil filter assembly Loose handling
Dec 2014 117000 mi US $168	Computer needed to be reprogramed due to erratic transmission behavior.

BMW 5-Series in California, United States Apr 2013 - Jul 2018
Feb 2014 88400 mi US $450	cooling system slow leak at hose connection. read trouble code...evaporation leak.will try new gas cap and reset.
Feb 2016 103100 mi US $100	replace non-operating tire sensor...probably broken by tire shop.
Jan 2017 110000 mi US $250	upper radiator hose - plastic connector cracked at radiator...
Dec 2017 119000 mi	oil leak
Mar 2018 119000 mi US $100	oil cooling valve replaced
Jul 2018 120000 mi US $2650	Front struts, ball joints Radiator hose and connector Oil cooler leak and a another leak...still a t ing leak from engine oil pan

BMW 5-Series in Washington, United States Sep 2012 - Mar 2013
Mar 2013 82000 mi	2nd rear wheel bearing needed to be replaced. Also, slight oil leak on top of engine (1qt over 6 months) told that gasket need to be replaced for $800.

BMW 5-Series in Texas, United States Apr 2013 - Apr 2018
May 2016 130600 mi US $1500	Leaking gasket at oil console. Replace oil console and coolant hoses effected by hot oil leaking in them
May 2017 139000 mi US $900	Radiator cracked. Needed replacement.
Apr 2018 147000 mi US $300	Gasket on upper oil console / cooler leaked oil onto drive belt. Replaced gasket and drive belt

BMW 5-Series in District of Columbia, United States Feb 2012 - Dec 2014
Feb 2013 32000 mi US $150	iDrive CDC failed and was replaced.
Mar 2014 49000 mi US $450	active/adaptive cruise control failed. Cause was misaligned sensor in front bumper due to heavy ice buildup. Sensor realigned and reprogramed.

BMW 5-Series in New Mexico, United States Jul 2009 - Oct 2013
Nov 2009 18000 mi	Rough Idle. Mechanic found no problem with the idle. Service manager did and told me to bring the car back the next day. Adjust idle controls - car still idled rough upon pick-up. Had to return it. broken cup holder(would not stay in) After third visit, idle improved to where it's passable.

BMW 5-Series in North Carolina, United States May 2015 - May 2017
Apr 2015 103000 mi US $900	Water pump failed. Service rep stated this happens at 100K for my model.

BMW 5-Series in Ontario, Canada May 2009 - Jul 2009
Mar 2009 26040 mi	Replace thermostat

BMW 5-Series in Texas, United States Jan 2012 - Jul 2014
Aug 2012 63000 mi US $50	Coolant hose was replaced, leak was causing the coolant light to come on every 4-5 days. Coolant thermostat had to be replaced, dealer ran a test and it showed a fault. 4 oil leaks were found when the car was in the shop. Two gaskets had to be replaced. Dealer mentioned this is pretty common on BMWs. Windshield wiper pump was replaced because it was leaking.
Jul 2014 94000 mi US $50	Leak in the evaporator

BMW 5-Series in Georgia, United States Jul 2009 - Aug 2010
Dec 2009 45000 mi	clip broken on door's wood trim piece
Mar 2010 49000 mi	Loose bolts on sway bar
Jul 2010 49000 mi	Engine fan malfunction - electric fan went out

BMW 5-Series in Florida, United States Apr 2011 - May 2012
May 2012 75000 mi US $540	BMW has changed the battery this 2007 5 series takes to it requires a very expensive computer reprogram to accept the new battery Tranmission seals were leaking told this was common. Transmission was very unsmooth. Oil seals were leaking... also told common with BMW 6 cylinder engines Lifters make repeated ticking noise.

BMW 5-Series in North Carolina, United States Oct 2008 - Jun 2011
Dec 2008 46000 mi	Airbag sensor pad in passenger seat was replaced
Apr 2009 49000 mi	squeaks in dashboard fixed.
Aug 2010 59000 mi US $150	steering rack is bad

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BMW 5-Series in Rhode Island, United States Jan 2010 - Nov 2015
Jun 2010 31000 mi	Sunroof seal needed to be replaced to stop wind noise
Aug 2010 33300 mi	Knocking sound under hood going over bumps slowly. Had to re-torque stabilizer bar under hood.
Jan 2013 78000 mi US $150	Navigation quit working, replace DVD drive.
Dec 2013 95000 mi US $600	Replaced water pump, hose, and thermostat. Car would intermittently overheat while driving. Shutting car off for a minute and starting again would cure problem until next occurrence, which was unpredictable. Oil pump housing to heat exchanger interface was leaking oil onto belt and engine. Needed to replace both gaskets, oil housing to engine, and oil housing to heat exchanger. Angel eye parking light bulb blew out. Replaced with new one.
Jul 2014 104800 mi US $65	Worn and loose tie rod end on right side.
Jun 2015 125000 mi US $80	Rattle in front end over bumps, replaced both stabilizer links. Replaced drivers side windshield wiper arm, bearing was worn and fell apart.

BMW 5-Series in Virginia, United States Dec 2008 - Aug 2012
Jan 2009 28000 mi	Check engine light came on. Brought to shop and they determined that the exhaust solenoid was faulty and replaced it.

BMW 5-Series in Illinois, United States Aug 2016 - Nov 2018
Apr 2017 123000 mi US $850	replaced front brakes and discs
Jun 2018 134000 mi US $500	Replaced starter

BMW 5-Series in California, United States Mar 2012 - Feb 2022
Apr 2012 99000 mi US $500	Replace pinion seal.
Jun 2014 130000 mi US $800	Replace front bushings - $700
Aug 2014 131700 mi US $3200	Oil leaking from the engine. Oil leaking from the rear differential.
May 2015 144000 mi US $600	Oil leak. Replaced oil filter housing gasket.
Feb 2016 160000 mi US $500	Oil valve cover replacement
Jan 2022 241000 mi US $500	Leaking gaskets

BMW 5-Series in Wisconsin, United States Jan 2013 - Sep 2014
Jul 2013 74700 mi US $450	Electric water pump failure. Replaced water pump and thermostat.
May 2014 89400 mi US $125	Serpentine belt tensioner bearing noise. Replaced tensioner, roller, and belt.

BMW 5-Series in Massachusetts, United States Nov 2007 - Dec 2014
Apr 2007 8600 mi	Interior (left-hand) dash panel vent replaced. Progman 25 firmware installed.
Jun 2009 39000 mi	Car was shifting hard. Computer reflash fixed.
Jan 2010	Away from home on trip. Car sat unused for 12 days. Discovered oil leak on floor of garage on return. Dealer asked for car to be brought in. They tightened some bolts and expected it would not recur.
Dec 2010 57000 mi	After annual oil change, noticed leakage of oil on garage floor. Dealer said car not exactly properly serviced. No loss of use or mechanical issue. Fine now.
Jun 2011 62000 mi US $1200	Transmission leaked fluid. Problem with boot surrounding transmission control lever. Major cost of repair was replacement of transmission fluid.
Oct 2014 95000 mi	Tension pulley for drive belt was failing. Replaced.
Dec 2014 95000 mi	Engine oil pan gasket leaking.

BMW 5-Series in Washington, United States Jun 2013 - Jul 2016
Jan 2014 US $60	Had tranny fluid replaced
Jan 2016 147700 mi US $3200	Replaced cylinder head
Jun 2016 175000 mi US $200	Replaced bad alternator
Jul 2016 175000 mi US $175	Replaced radiator

BMW 5-Series in Colorado, United States Jan 2011 - Aug 2013
Feb 2011 50000 mi	Continuing issue with fuel tank seals failing
Jul 2011 58000 mi	Replace fuel pump
Dec 2011 67000 mi US $50	Loose bolt holding cams threw timing off and caused service engine soon light. Intake and exhaust solenoid fault - one of them stuck Key reader module failing Seal leaking
Sep 2012 78000 mi US $50	Wear in shift lever locked out sport mode

BMW 5-Series in Washington, United States Oct 2008 - Feb 2010
Nov 2008 19000 mi	Driver seat heater stopped working.

BMW 5-Series in Maine, United States May 2017 - Nov 2017
Nov 2017 182860 mi US $87	Replaced leaking oil pan gasket.

BMW 5-Series in New Jersey, United States Mar 2011 - Dec 2012
Apr 2012 61000 mi US $700	Broken motor mount bolt removed and replaced.

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BMW 5-Series in Texas, United States Jun 2017 - Apr 2018
Apr 2018 193000 mi US $200	Replaced the engine, as BMW calls it, cover gasket and spark plugs

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BMW 5-Series in Connecticut, United States Dec 2013 - Jun 2018
Dec 2015 118000 mi US $225	Labor and parts for replacement of two motor mounts.
Dec 2016 121000 mi US $617	Had front shocks and shock mounts replaced.
Dec 2017 130000 mi US $680	Had control rods [lateral links] replaced.

BMW 5-Series in British Columbia, Canada Apr 2015 - Jun 2018
Jan 2016 134840 mi C $1000	Water pump
Oct 2016 143100 mi C $200	Ignition coil
May 2018 155000 mi C $395	Replace Battery after long Storage of car
Jun 2018 155 mi	Coolant leak. Lower Rad Fan Switch replaced Oil change

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BMW 5-Series in California, United States Apr 2010 - Mar 2012
Jun 2010 53000 mi US $500	Radiator replaced, coolant sensor showed up multiple times but dealer did not do pressure test until out of warranty. Dealer split cost with us as act of good faith. Radiator replaced, coolant sensor showed up multiple times but dealer did not do pressure test until out of warranty. Dealer split cost with us as act of good faith. Battery died, car jump started. After jump unable to shift out of Park. Transmission fault was observed used the BMW emergency service to have vehicle towed to Steve Thomas. Battery replaced.
Sep 2011 76000 mi US $600	Trans oil leak

BMW 5-Series in Michigan, United States Jul 2010 - Apr 2013
Sep 2010 33000 mi	low brake fluid
Oct 2010 31000 mi	Sunroof seal replaced. sunroof seal replaced
Dec 2010 35000 mi	Vanos system needed service/replacement slow to warm, thermostat replaced
Mar 2013 81000 mi US $457	Radiator hose leak. Lower rad hose and temp sensor replaced.

BMW 5-Series in Florida, United States Oct 2010 - Apr 2012
May 2010 49500 mi	CCC (iDrive computer) died and was replaced under warranty. Insulation on exposed wires under the hood repaired. Back window rubber gasket replaced.
May 2011 58000 mi	Alternator locked, belt broken. Both repaired under CPO warranty. Mirror switch repositioned. Replaced AC low and high side Schrader valves that were leaking. Maintenance: replaced AC microfilter.
Apr 2012 65000 mi US $206	Adjusted sunroof that was making clucking noise when driving over bumps/potholes. Not covered by CPO warranty. Replaced lower joint assembly and torsion bolt. Covered by CPO. Steering wheel had axtra play. Replaced steering shaft.

BMW 5-Series in Western Australia, Australia May 2013 - Oct 2013
Jun 2013 52700 mi A $2500	Variable Valve sensor was faulty and replaced. Was causing engine to be down on power and inconsistent below 2000rpm

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BMW 5-Series in Illinois, United States May 2012 - Jan 2013
Jun 2012 82000 mi US $1500	Tie-rod broken.

BMW 5-Series in Texas, United States Jul 2013 - Dec 2013
Sep 2013 100000 mi US $985	Passenger seat sensor failure. Required to take out seat and replace sensor for $985.00

BMW 5-Series in California, United States Jun 2009 - Apr 2013
Feb 2010 20000 mi	Window washer pump stopped working, was replaced. Works great again.
Oct 2010 30300 mi	Vapor recovery system, (emissions from raw fuel) filter changed, and valve replaced. Re-flash of computer to reset
Jul 2011 38500 mi US $50	Ticking noise, intermittent, but loud at times. Entire bank of lifters replaced under CPO warranty
Mar 2012 44000 mi	Window washer motor. Hose was plugged
Oct 2012 49300 mi US $214	Lower radiator hose leaking, replaced it. windshield washer motor failed again, replaced under warranty

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BMW 5-Series in Pennsylvania, United States Aug 2010 - Mar 2014
Aug 2012 74300 mi US $150	Coil went bad
Dec 2012 80000 mi US $800	Bushing

BMW 5-Series in Illinois, United States Jul 2014 - Aug 2014
Aug 2014 72000 mi US $2500	Elv malfunction. Replaced the steering column. Not one part in the US. Had to order from overseas. Took over a week to get. Overheating warning. I can't remember offhand but some sort of thermostat issue.

BMW 5-Series in Ohio, United States Jun 2016 - Jun 2016
Jun 2016 114000 mi US $350	Water pump went out needed changed

BMW 5-Series in New Hampshire, United States Aug 2011 - Jan 2012
Oct 2011 68000 mi US $50	Replaced transmission

BMW 5-Series in Illinois, United States Jun 2010 - Jun 2011
Aug 2010 49000 mi	Steering Wheel Lock Malfunction

BMW 5-Series in Indiana, United States Jun 2010 - Jan 2011
Jul 2010 40000 mi	radio knob busted, won't work..under warranty .. dealer replace radio..... replaced under warranty. Seat belt buckle broken..... replaced under warranty.
Jan 2011 44000 mi	two bulbs... headlight and backup light...cost me too much money..$250 for both

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BMW 5-Series in Maryland, United States May 2010 - Oct 2014
Apr 2014 103700 mi US $1275	Failure of electric water pump required replacement. Power steering hoses leaking.
Oct 2014 112000 mi	Steering wheel lock malfunction error was being displayed. However, the steering wheel lock was functioning properly.

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BMW 5-Series in Indiana, United States Apr 2012 - Dec 2015
May 2012 69500 mi US $50	Coolant leak found near radiator aux fan - radiator replaced. Window auto-reversing when closed -reinitialized. Battery cable recall item completed. "Thigh Extender" on Driver seat not working - "motor" replaced.

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BMW 5-Series in Massachusetts, United States Dec 2016 - Dec 2017
Feb 2017 114000 mi US $100	Replaced oil cooler gaskets
Mar 2017 115000 mi US $1000	Replaced water pump, thermostat, radiator and all hoses. After noticing that one hose was in poor condition while replacing the oil cooler gaskets.
Sep 2017 121000 mi US $2	Right reverse light burned out - replaced in about five minutes.

BMW 5-Series in Pennsylvania, United States Apr 2017 - Jan 2018
Jul 2017 80000 mi	TPM light warning keeps going off

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BMW 5-Series in Portugal Nov 2008 - Jun 2013
Jul 2010 65720 mi	Steering column cardan joints replaced

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BMW 5-Series in California, United States Jan 2012 - Feb 2012
Feb 2012 67000 mi US $300	oil change, front light failure

BMW 5-Series in Tennessee, United States Nov 2010 - Apr 2011
Jan 2011 71000 mi US $125	Vanos system cleaned. First step.
Apr 2011 73000 mi	CEL when sold.

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BMW 5-Series in Italy Oct 2014 - May 2017
Nov 2015 101060 mi €750	Air springs broken Pulley broken
May 2017 114700 mi €350	Air compressor broken

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BMW 5-Series in Utah, United States Jan 2012 - Jun 2018
Feb 2012 91700 mi US $230	Faulty Leak Detection Pump, needed to be replaced with a new one.
Oct 2012 100000 mi	Passenger Restraint System Malfunction message came on the iDrive screen, the dealership performed test plan, found faulty passenger occupancy sensor mat, replaced the mat and cleared the fault code under warranty(Recall issued in Aug. 2008)
Feb 2013 103700 mi US $562	Coolant Leak from Radiator. Replaced radiator
Sep 2013 110000 mi US $987	Key fob stopped working after a car wash. It turned out that the Diversity Antenna Amplifier failed(water damage) - Replaced During inspection, technician found the belt tensioner failing
Jul 2014 118500 mi US $110	Diagnose & recalibrate window auto-up functions, rear-drivers' side window.
Sep 2014 121000 mi US $921	Evap core was leaking refridgerant into the cabin -> Evap core replaced + expansion valve to the evap core needed to be replaced as well. 2633.24 of the total. Dash Rattle after A/C Evap core work was done in previous visit. Bracket bar underhood was loose due to change in fasteners -> Replaced bolts with longer ones. Transmission had a small leak -> Replaced transmission wiring harness seal sleeve and performed full transmission service.
Mar 2016 142000 mi US $794	Rear brake hoses were cracked. Replaced them. Power steering fluid reservoir was leaking. Replaced with a new one.
Mar 2017 160500 mi US $1346	Oil Filter Housing & Oil cooler gaskets leak ; Repair(Replace) Oil Cooler Seal & Oil Filter Stand Gasket. Fan switch in lower radiator hose leak, Upper radiator hose leak ; Replace radiator hoses and temp sensor.
May 2017 16450 mi US $4303	Power Rear Hatch strut(Left side) was broken ; Replaced rear hatch strut, hydraulic strut, DR side ball stud. Drive belt tensioner was starting to fail(alignment) ; Replaced drive belt, idler pulley, drive belt tensioner assembly & tensioner aluminum mounting bolt. Replaced front brake pads and rotors
Jun 2017 166000 mi US $3002	Fuel Pump Failed : Replaced fuel pump assembly, Fuedl sender lock ring, Tank lock ring. Starter Motor failed when attempted re-starting the engine with the failed fuel pump. Starter Motor replaced.
Mar 2018 179000 mi US $492	Upper Radiator Hose

BMW 5-Series in California, United States Sep 2012 - Dec 2014
Apr 2013 74500 mi	Replacement of transmission part. Oil gasket issues; bearing replacement
May 2013 75000 mi	Replacement of malfunctioning radar unit in active cruise control.
Sep 2014 94000 mi US $37	Wiring harness for rear power gate replaced.
Nov 2014 94000 mi US $5000	Sunroof replacement - small part failure but only sold as a unit.
Dec 2014 94000 mi	Ignition coil replaced.

BMW 5-Series in Quebec, Canada May 2013 - Apr 2018
Sep 2013 93620 mi C $170	change tie-rod ends
Dec 2013 96720 mi	Replace battery under warrenty
Jan 2014 102220 mi C $633	Electrical module for rear hatch (touring)
Aug 2014 101680 mi C $1885	Changing the 4 stocks absorber and alignement
Jan 2015 103540 mi C $954	New starter installed
Apr 2015 105080 mi C $707	Auto Door lock and radio antene module replacement.
Jul 2015 107040 mi C $500	Replacing condensator
Nov 2015 109120 mi C $200	Tie-rod replacement driver side plus alignment
Feb 2016 110980 mi C $1	Door Handle rear driver side
Jun 2017 118420 mi C $14	Refill of hydraulic oil for the system used for the trunk hatch.
Mar 2018 122760 mi C $214	lemforder joint barre torsion driver side

BMW 5-Series in Massachusetts, United States Feb 2014 - Feb 2016
Mar 2014 99000 mi	520xit, trunk latch broke and would not close. Had to take to dealer under warranty repair. They also replaced my battery for me since it was having a hard time starting up.
Jul 2014 101000 mi US $60	Got wheels fixed at rimpro and the car still vibrated. Took it to a mech to make sure it's not the bushings. Well, taking it back to rimpro so they can properly fix it.

BMW 5-Series in Utah, United States Sep 2012 - Jun 2014
Nov 2013 125000 mi US $650	Keyless entry receiver stopped working due to water leak in rear hatch
Jun 2014 139000 mi US $100	Coolant leak

BMW 5-Series in Minnesota, United States Jul 2008 - Dec 2013
Jul 2008 23000 mi	Electronic issues with iDrive, reset
Aug 2008 27000 mi	Failed rear latch. Seat sensor, recall
Sep 2008 27000 mi	Windshield wipers were not tightened when front windshield was repaired, fixed it myself.
Nov 2008 30000 mi	Had erratic idrive failures after car wash, found water in electronics compartment- this had caused prior hatch failure, satellite failure, etc. Known BMW service advisory to dealer, fixed appropriately.
Feb 2009 36000 mi	repaired windshield washer reservoir, broke when being filled in -40 weather, likely due to brittle plastic
Oct 2009 47000 mi	TSB announcement and routine maintenance
Dec 2009 52000 mi US $100	door latch came loose during speaker install, needed dealer to fix. Self inflicted wound!
Feb 2010 55000 mi US $321	cable broke on latch for drivers door. Worn suspension link, replaced. Drivers door lock failure
Sep 2010 58000 mi US $300	Air bag sensor
Jan 2011 63800 mi US $400	Intake manifold leaking
Mar 2011 71000 mi	windshield wiper frame stuck due to salt
Mar 2012 83000 mi US $550	engine light came on, air filter dirty
Dec 2012 89000 mi	steering rack leaking, needed to be replaced replaced shocks
Jan 2013 92000 mi US $1500	Starter died
Feb 2013 93000 mi US $45	switch died for power door, replaced.
Mar 2013 95000 mi US $75	second parking light went out one week after first
Apr 2013 95000 mi US $900	replaced left wheel bearing
Nov 2013 96000 mi US $750	wire broke to antennae rendering remote locking unusable.

BMW 5-Series in New Jersey, United States Dec 2008 - Oct 2010
Jun 2009 58000 mi US $450	remote key stopped working. ordered a new remote key but still didn't work. dealer looked into further and found out the antenna is not working properly. replace the antenna.
Nov 2009 62900 mi US $1600	heater stopped working and the car was giving engine overheating warning.

BMW 5-Series in Alberta, Canada Aug 2008 - Jun 2015
Jan 2008 31620 mi	US car purchased Nov 8, 2007. Entered Canada Jan 23 2007 2008-02-10 Warranty repair -Power hatch broken Warranty repair - I drive operating intermittently warranty repair - self leveling suspension warning not operational DVI (department of vehilce
May 2008 35688 mi	Same US car purchased on Nov 8, 2007. I drive module being replaced, and software being updated (Under warranty) Play in steering wheel - (Warranty I hope)- Steering box being replaced and other parts. Self leveling malfunction light on
Jun 2008 36938 mi	Play in steering wheel - (Warranty I hope)- Steering box being replaced and other parts. 4 > 51-71-7-065-919 2 >32-41-1-093-597 2 >32-41-1-093-596 1 > 32-10-6-780-124 1 32-10-6-780-124 steerinb box retun
Aug 2008 38895 mi	Still play in steering wheel (linkage from wheel to steering box now replaced) under warranty. whew. I drive controller still spins (replaced I drive screen?? and other parts)
Nov 2008 41649 mi	I drive controller replaced finally, and all seems to work fine now. I still get intermittent warning, self leveling suspension not working.
Jan 2009 44826 mi	All seems to be working, except self leveling control intermittently goes on
Feb 2009 45260 mi	Oil leak from Transmission. Parts ordered, and repairs under warranty to be covered, when fixed in March. Also shifter is peeling (plastic chrome) Parts on order / replaced under warranty.
May 2009 49600 mi	Rear self leveling suspension compressor was replaced under warranty Software upgrade to the transmission to harsh notchy shifting from 1st to 2nd gear.
Jan 2010 60393 mi C $254	Brought in for 4x4 intermittent failure due to cold temp -20c and colder. found oil leak, etc. details to follow
Mar 2011 68820 mi C $500	Extended -30C temp 2 weeks, engine check light went on and car into limp mode (max 1000rpm, max speed 10km/hr). Diagnosed as throttle body and/or oxygen sensor. Estimate $1700. Debating trading car in. Frustrated with it.
May 2011 71300 mi C $1397	Engine check light on, diagnosed problem and replace throttle body, and bank 2 02 sensor. replace microfilters. total $1396
Feb 2012 80060 mi C $2500	xenon burnt was burn out, and replaced for around $300 leaking raditator that required replacing tie rod and stabilizer rods required replacing
May 2012 82000 mi C $300	burn out angel eye bulb charged 2hrs labour?
Jul 2013 91500 mi C $625	Air con system stopped working at 32 degrees C outside, and fluid was streaming under car. I thought engine overheating? air con and cooling was checked all OK. Not to self - air con creates moisture when worked hard.
Nov 2013 99200 mi	Replacement of passenger side air bag sensor in the seat. ~ $2500 covered by BMW extended warranty
Jun 2014 103540 mi C $375	windsheld washer pump had leak / replaced
Jun 2015 110980 mi	Rear end worn out, $2200 cdn to replace with reconditioned (used) parts

BMW 5-Series in Mississippi, United States Jan 2009 - Jul 2015
May 2009 48000 mi	Trunk lid would not latch properly. Latch replaced
Apr 2012 70000 mi US $750	Failed coil pack
Jul 2012 70300 mi	Dead battery
Feb 2013 74300 mi US $2300	Non-functioning starter. Starter replaced Leaking valve gasket
Nov 2013 82000 mi US $1700	replace lift gate motor
Sep 2014 88000 mi US $1406	coolant leak. replace water pump

BMW 5-Series in Massachusetts, United States Jan 2009 - Mar 2010
Feb 2009 33000 mi	BMW assist, bluetooth, and voice activation stopped working.

BMW 5-Series in Ontario, Canada Feb 2010 - Jun 2013
Jan 2012 76260 mi C $1300	self-leveling suspension system failed alert. Required a new pump system for $1800. Aftermarket warranty paid the amount however required a $200 part (a filter tube declared a wear item) not covered which I paid for. crackling on the speakers when car started and persistent hum from speakers at the rear even when car turned off
Aug 2012 79640 mi C $1500	Rad cracked - needed replacement replaced right tie rod end
Jun 2013 83080 mi C $1200	Interior lights on all the time and rear wiper motor won't work. Required new wiring harness. Extensive repair.

BMW 5-Series in Utah, United States Sep 2011 - Mar 2012
Jan 2012 80000 mi US $50	The rear lift gate hydraulics went out.

BMW 5-Series in New York, United States Jul 2012 - Jun 2018
Aug 2012 62800 mi	Bad steering angle sensor. Defect known by BMW since Aug 2006. BMW paid for repair.
May 2014 81700 mi US $300	Oil pan gasket replacement
Sep 2014 86000 mi US $2500	Wiring harness, which is routed through wagon liftgate hinges, was frayed resulting in backup light malfunction and inability to unlock rear hatch. Strut for power liftgate was broken/not working properly.
Mar 2015 89000 mi	Replace both tire rod assemblies.
Jun 2016 91000 mi US $1389	Engine overheating light started coming on. Water pump tested at 50% Replaced water pump, Thermostat assembly, radiator hose and coolant temp sensor. Refilled with BMW coolant.
May 2017 98000 mi US $750	Starter motor failed; replaced.
Jul 2017 98000 mi US $500	Replaced brake line. Old was rusted and leaking.
May 2018 105000 mi US $1300	Driver's side front coil spring broke, damaging the front tire. Replaced both front coil springs and one tire.

BMW 5-Series in Florida, United States Oct 2015 - Sep 2018
Feb 2016 109000 mi US $161	Passenger Air Bag Fault 2nd occurrence. 1st time dealer replaced bad passenger mat detector 1.5 year ago under recall. Dealer diagnosed as defective air bag module this time; $1800 cost to fix. Local mechanic cleared code with ODB tester.
Apr 2017 113000 mi US $800	Strut Replacement Engine cooling problem, radiator hoses
Aug 2018 135000 mi US $750	Water pump (electric) replaced for 2nd time. Multiple Coolant hoses replaced as well; expensive as dealer items only.

BMW 5-Series in Vermont, United States Mar 2016 - Dec 2016
Sep 2016 117000 mi US $7600	Intake flap released and lodged in valve of cylinder 6. Ruined engine. Replaced with low mileage engine.

BMW 5-Series in Minnesota, United States Sep 2016 - Jun 2018
Dec 2016 71000 mi US $890	One of the coils went bad so I had them all replaced
Nov 2017 77000 mi US $6000	Major major repair from water drainage issue. A gallon and a half of water fried modules, rear wiper stopped working, needed new headliner. It was one year too old for the class action lawsuit. Luckily, my insurance covered tthe $6,000(!) repair.
Apr 2018 78000 mi US $1000	Water pump failed without warning.

BMW 5-Series in Texas, United States Mar 2010 - Jun 2012
Aug 2010 43000 mi US $400	starter motor replaced
Jun 2011 49000 mi US $2000	Oil filter housing, valve cover gasket replacements Repaired A/C condensate line Replaced DVD player
Feb 2012 52000 mi US $475	R&R rear hatch lift arm/system. Unclogged sunroof drain holes.

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BMW 5-Series in Ontario, Canada Sep 2015 - Feb 2018
Sep 2015 177320 mi C $1000	Replaced air suspension bladders.
Nov 2015 181420 mi C $150	The bearing in the A/C compressor failed. The pulley ripped off causing the serpentine belt to come off. The car has been modified so that A/C compressor is no longer in the belt path and is drive-able.
Apr 2016 191680 mi C $1000	DISA valve on inboard side failed completely. Outboard one was replaced preemptively due to wear indications. A problem still exists and the MIL has lit up due P1553 and P1328 faults.
Jun 2016 192200 mi C $1500	Right rear brake flex line failed at stress point while driving resulting in loss of braking. Inspection revealed left line was worn as well requiring immediate replacement. Complete rebuild of calipers required due to wear to slide pins. Also, rotors at all 4 wheels replaced due to reaching wear limits. Pads replaced on all 4 calipers. Rear brake lines rusted out due to accumulation of salt on under body panel. The lines burst during the brake bleeding procedure. Replacement is underway.
Jan 2017 186160 mi C $1300	Spring broke on Drivers side front while car was lifted up to install snow tires. Need to replace both front springs for safety reasons along with struts and strut bearings etc
Jul 2017 194060 mi C $50	Replaced battery Routine oil change with 0W40 oil to address possible oil consumption issues
Feb 2018 205840 mi C $50	Routine oil change at 330,000 km. Other work pending including engine mount replacement, clutch, trans-axle fluid change, trans-axle mount, and ride height sensors.

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BMW 5-Series in Great Britain Aug 2009 - Apr 2014
Sep 2009 37000 mi	Increased battery discharge warning. Persistent problem if car left without driving for a day or so. Told that it was my fault as car not driven enough to top battery. fault eventually traced to the tracker device. disconnected and problem solved
Apr 2014 68000 mi	Wiring wear to rear lights caused by contact with boot hinge

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BMW 5-Series in Western Australia, Australia Jun 2014 - Jul 2014
Jul 2014 63860 mi A $5500	Intake manifold needed replacing Alternator regulator needed replacing

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BMW 5-Series in France Dec 2006 - Feb 2009
Mar 2006 1240 mi	Front lights.
Jun 2007 10540 mi	Car Communication Computer (infotainment system) replaced.
Sep 2008 19840 mi	Car Communication Computer (infotainment system) replaced again.
Jan 2009	Faulty remote key replaced. A spring from the clutch pedal somehow came loose and fell to the floor. Replaced.

BMW 5-Series in Great Britain Aug 2010 - May 2011
Jul 2010 83280 mi £215	Cracked rim, 3 hairline cracks, very common with mv2. welded 1 and powdercoated all 4 in mirival metalflake silver.
Dec 2010 87000 mi £50	Exhaust mount snapped, Replaced
Jan 2011 88000 mi £85	Parking sensors failed, Faulty sensor, Replaced. fog light surround fell off and was driven over. replaced.
May 2011 89000 mi	central locking stopped working dealer quoted £600. Sick of this car and its problems and awful ride quality so traded it in for Japanese reliability.

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BMW 5-Series in California, United States Mar 2011 - Jun 2018
May 2011 53000 mi US $930	Two O2 sensors reported errors on bank 2 (there are 4 O2 sensors on this car) Replaced two out of 4 O2 sensors, $1200 Replaced driver door handle with induction sensor for Comfort Access $600 plus $200 for programming Had extended warr, paid deduct + extra over labor cap
Aug 2017 74000 mi US $312	Worn control arm bushings needed to replaced

BMW 5-Series in California, United States Feb 2010 - Jun 2016
Sep 2011 55000 mi US $2000	Over voltage condition (>17v) was causing all control systems to reset periodically. Alternator and voltage regulator were replaced. The wind shield washer stopped spraying (although the headlight washers still worked). The replaced the pump.
May 2014 77000 mi US $4000	Fault code that thermostat was not working properly. Replaced thermostat One coil was cracked so it was replaced
Nov 2014 79600 mi US $2500	Throttle actuator on left bank failed
Jan 2015 80200 mi US $200	passenger side airbag warning

BMW 5-Series in Connecticut, United States Oct 2009 - Dec 2012
Dec 2009 22000 mi	Software update.
Jan 2010 25000 mi	ebrake part replaced, teeth were missing.
Sep 2010 42000 mi US $1500	Oil cooler sprung a leak
Oct 2010 43300 mi US $1100	Auxiliary fan failed.
Jan 2011 51000 mi US $1300	iDrive computer failed and had to be replaced.
Jun 2011 58000 mi US $2000	Throttle actuator was sticking open. Was replaced.

BMW 5-Series in Michigan, United States Dec 2014 - Jan 2022
Jan 2015 US $22000	Spun bearings, complete rebuild required
Oct 2015 110300 mi	Thermostat stuck open Seller replaced at his cost
Jul 2016 114000 mi US $800	Replaced steering rack

BMW 5-Series in California, United States Aug 2008 - Mar 2013

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BMW 5-Series in Arizona, United States Nov 2009 - Jun 2022
Dec 2015 85000 mi US $250	Loos strut support, replaced.
Jun 2022 96000 mi US $100	Windshield wiper pump replaced

BMW 5-Series in North Carolina, United States Mar 2013 - Nov 2013
Sep 2013 67000 mi US $1500	The i-control / ccc module went out and had to be replaced.

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BMW 5-Series in New York, United States Nov 2013 - Jan 2015
Mar 2014 85000 mi US $1600	leaky coolant expansion tank leaky front strut
Jan 2015	Radiator replaced PDC system malfunction after radiator replacement

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BMW 5-Series in Bahrain Aug 2009 - Jun 2011
Oct 2009 31000 mi	AC unit reneeded to be replaced
Oct 2010 35960 mi $3000	Transmission fluid slow leakage. Radiator ok but replace all hoses, connectors etc.

BMW 5-Series in Georgia, United States Mar 2010 - Nov 2013
Aug 2010 61000 mi US $350	ambient cabin temp. sensor
Sep 2012 89000 mi US $5700	Transmission failure. Replaced with remanufactured trans.
Oct 2013 103000 mi US $840	Replaced bad alternator

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BMW 5-Series in Tennessee, United States Jun 2015 - Mar 2018
Jun 2015 118000 mi US $1200	Electrical water pump failed - still is burning oil (not repaired on either trip to garage) burning oil (garage insisted it was a leak)

BMW 5-Series in Ontario, Canada Nov 2013 - Jan 2022
Dec 2014 58900 mi	Interior, wood trim across dash was loose, clip(s) broke.
Mar 2015 58900 mi C $440	Ignition coil, replaced spark plugs
Sep 2017 63240 mi	Issues starting vehicle, replaced battery.
Jun 2018 63240 mi C $125	Front hood shocks

BMW 5-Series in California, United States Nov 2011 - Jan 2013
Jan 2013	Heater fan had started making occasional noise. Sometimes the noise would start when accelerating on a cold day. Strange.

BMW 5-Series in California, United States Apr 2013 - Jan 2022
May 2013 100300 mi	In 2011, I was having issue with my battery being drained after it was replaced new on early that year. I called BMW dealer and explained about my battery has been draining. My car has a recall and the dealer fix it for free.
Jan 2015	Battery replaced only after 2 years and 11 months. Battery drained easily when not in use for several days or weeks. BMW service advisor suggest to trickle charge when the car is not in use for several days but bought a new battery instead
Nov 2015 150100 mi	Right Low beam headlight went out and had to replaced both.
Feb 2016 149000 mi US $75	Trunk release malfunction. Replaced the relay switch.
Aug 2016 151600 mi US $200	Replaced thermostat
Nov 2016 152900 mi US $1300	Replaced oil pan gasket. Replaced transmission seal gasket. Changed transmission oil.
Jan 2018 175000 mi US $1800	Replaced leak in the radiator Fixed oil housing leak

BMW 5-Series in California, United States Jul 2008 - Apr 2014
May 2013 20500 mi	Silent warranty on OCM3 mat on passenger seat. Micro-cracks cause inactivation of passenger airbag and warning light on dash display. Owner must know and ask BMW stealership who must get permission from BMW for reimbursement.

BMW 5-Series in Colorado, United States Jun 2010 - Aug 2012
Nov 2010 41000 mi US $50	Drivers side rear window regulator needed replacement. window stuck in down position.
Aug 2011 47500 mi US $280	Window regulator replaced

BMW 5-Series in Illinois, United States Aug 2017 - Dec 2022
Nov 2017 67000 mi US $20	Replaced leaking Oil Filter Housing and oil cooler gaskets
May 2021 105000 mi US $75	Fog sensor
Oct 2021 108000 mi US $75	Oil filter Housing gasket
Dec 2022 115000 mi US $55	Tension control arm bushings replacement

BMW 5-Series in Louisiana, United States May 2010 - Jun 2012
Jun 2010 34000 mi US $712	micro processor shorted. affected radio, cd, dvd, navigation, phone.....

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BMW 5-Series in Massachusetts, United States Jun 2012 - Apr 2017
May 2012 83144 mi US $1291	Replaced leaking radiator and expansion tank with broken float.
Jan 2013 US $1000	Replace front xenon headlight Worn and leaking thrust arm bushings
Nov 2014 102100 mi US $695	Fuel tank sensor replaced

BMW 5-Series in Virginia, United States Mar 2015 - Sep 2017
Feb 2016 75300 mi US $450	Oil filter housing seal leak

BMW 5-Series in Mississippi, United States Feb 2009 - Sep 2011
Sep 2009 64000 mi	Sunroof seal replaced due to excessive wind noise.
Apr 2010 76500 mi US $500	I-drive screen blank. Dealer attempted to reprogram resulting in a component failure. Component replaced under warranty. Oil leak noted in drivetrain. Gasket replaced.
Aug 2010 81000 mi US $50	Check engine light came on after car picked up from regular service. Sensor replaced.
Jul 2011 99000 mi US $130	Part ordered to repair non-functional thigh extension on front passenger seat. Car also checked over since approaching end of warranty, and oil changed. Cost of part and repair deferred until installation (limited to warrant deductible)
Aug 2011 99000 mi US $50	Installed part to repair passenger seat thigh extension.

BMW 5-Series in California, United States Aug 2012 - Jun 2018
Aug 2013 80000 mi US $2000	Oil leak
Jul 2014 85300 mi US $1700	ignition coil dead on cylinder 1
Sep 2017 109000 mi US $2000	transmission leak detected (pan was soaked), replaced transmission gasket, slow leak that occurred over long time (no idea how far back) reprogram rear window trap - Window would keep opening after closing windows up Reset Automatic Wipers, the rain light sensor (RLS) wasn't working after 100K miles, unplugged, used INPA to reset RLS, replugged in to resolve. Control arm broken - replaced
Mar 2018 113000 mi US $1600	Radiator crack - small leak. Started leaking again within a week. time to change brakes
Jun 2018 115000 mi US $1000	Radiator leaked badly. I think this was caused by the earlier repair attempt.

BMW 5-Series in Pennsylvania, United States Mar 2016 - Nov 2016
Nov 2016 110000 mi US $510	Valve cover gasket

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BMW 5-Series in Switzerland Jul 2010 - Mar 2012
Mar 2010 22724 mi $1204	Replace rear view camera and switchboard. Repaired wiring.

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BMW 5-Series in Pennsylvania, United States Aug 2012 - Nov 2017
May 2013 64000 mi	Reconnect disconnected engine-to-body ground/earth strap.
Jul 2013 65700 mi US $50	Replaced sunroof seal due to excessive wind noise.
Dec 2013 71000 mi US $100	Replaced windshield washer pump and grommet due to leak of washer fluid.
Mar 2014 73000 mi US $30	Replaced OEM coolant reservoir cap with new OEM part in order to slow coolant evaporation.
Jul 2015 78300 mi	Overflow reservoir almost empty. Refilled with coolant/water mix. Cannot find leak at this time.
Oct 2016 90000 mi US $80	Manual transmission case halves and shift rod seal were leaking. Transmission replaced. Radiator had a slight leak at lower passenger corner. Radiator replaced. Both headlight washers were out of adjustment and not spraying properly. Both washer units replaced. Replaced serpentine belt, tensioner, and idler pulley.

BMW 5-Series in Illinois, United States Jun 2012 - Dec 2014
May 2013 101400 mi US $650	Car needed oil change, dealer found oil leaking and some other minor repairs (lights, window wipers, etc)
Dec 2013 107000 mi US $240	water pump needed to be replaced and thermostat is broken. I used a 3rd party warranty to cover water pump and didn't replace thermostat.
Dec 2014 113000 mi US $2000	Leaking oil gaskets. Leaking coolant. Coolant was leaking from pipes and hoses.

BMW 5-Series in New York, United States Sep 2007 - Nov 2008
Jun 2007 15000 mi	CD player jammed

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BMW 5-Series in British Columbia, Canada Jul 2008 - Jun 2017
Sep 2008 13020 mi	Went to take care of a few minor things the dealer missed during PDI. Turned out the audio amplifier had a short. Dealer replaced under warranty.
Oct 2008 13640 mi	Interior console light not working. Requires dismantling to replace. Parts were ordered when I took delivery of the car, but it seems they lost the order. Ordered again and had to book another appointment to get it installed.
Jan 2009 17360 mi	Fault computer circuit. Moisture got in and corroded a cable. During dealer prep, subwoofer circuit was disconnected. Dealer didn't notice until I asked service tech to listen to the audio system because bass balance did not seem to be working.
Dec 2009 29140 mi	Flat tire indicator sensor malfunction and would not reset.
Jan 2011 65000 mi	CD player lost a channel. The rest of the audio system works fine. CD player not covered by warranty. Was quoted an outrageous amount to replace.
Apr 2011 48980 mi C $150	Power window sensor malfunction. Incessant warnings that power windows and safety stops have failed though the windows worked fine. Unable to turn off warning chimes. Dealer had to reload ECU programming.
Jul 2011 51460 mi C $270	Starter motor on engine would not work. BMW replaced it. I was told the motor brushes had worn. I've never seen that happen on a 5 year old car before.
Mar 2013 76260 mi	Took the car in for routine maintenance. Was told the tie rod was worn and would need replacing. Due to cost, will wait til next time.
Jun 2013 77500 mi C $650	One tie rod end was significantly worn, the other was showing signs of wear also.
Nov 2013 81220 mi C $2700	Actually 3 problems. 1) Emissions control pump in the fuel tank failed. 2) Radiator sprung a leak. 3) Oil filter mounting gasket between engine and filter mount (not the filter) failed.
Dec 2014 102920 mi C $1500	Failed electric waterpump . Repair included replace with new water pump, thermostat and cooling system flush.
Jun 2016 122140 mi C $800	A coolant leak was repaired by the dealer last year but the repair didn't work. Replaced the radiator.
Mar 2017 129580 mi C $1100	Interior fan stopped working. Though the fan would come on intermittently, it did a better job of fogging up the interior windows when it rained than clearing them. Replaced interior blower motor and climate control sensors.
May 2017 134540 mi C $600	Air conditioner fan stopped working. Replaced fan motor.

BMW 5-Series in Texas, United States Jun 2016 - Jun 2022
Mar 2017 168000 mi US $240	Replaced oil cooler gasket.

BMW 5-Series in Alabama, United States Nov 2009 - Mar 2018
Jan 2010 50700 mi	Rear window seal deteriorated. Replaced under warranty.
Sep 2013 69000 mi US $600	replace bad water pump and thermostat. Crazy expensive for parts even though bought on line.
Apr 2015 80200 mi US $700	Water pump failed. Also replaced thermostat, radiator and lower hoses
Jun 2017 87000 mi US $350	Replace master cylinder and and brake booster. Master cylinder failed and brake booster full of oil

BMW 5-Series in California, United States Aug 2009 - May 2015
Jan 2010 43000 mi	Steering column power tilt repaired.
Sep 2010 55000 mi US $710	56,000 mile service and 4 lights out in the tail light assembly.
Jan 2012 76000 mi US $470	Plugs failed and to do a major tune up
Oct 2012 89200 mi US $859	Starter failed.
Jan 2014 113000 mi US $1100	fuel leak under back seat head gasket
May 2014 123000 mi US $1600	AC compressor failed

BMW 5-Series in New York, United States Feb 2013 - Mar 2019
Jan 2015 US $275	coil and spark plug replaced
Dec 2015 98000 mi	seat stopped moving and seat heater stopped working. haven't fixed it yet
Jul 2016 102000 mi	Nav stopped reading DVD. will use google maps rather than spend $$ on fix
Dec 2016 104000 mi	had problem with seat heater and seat not working on Driver side. Shop replaced fuse and got it working for a day, then stopped again. took it back for repair and they could not find what was wrong, but it works now
Jun 2017 104000 mi US $300	bad tie rod end, passenger side
Mar 2018 109000 mi US $1500	replaced starter motor at independent shop, then had to have dealer reprogram one of the computers
Oct 2018 114000 mi US $1300	Electric water pump failed Windshield washer pump leaks
Nov 2018 115000 mi US $500	Leaking brake lines, rotted from salt

BMW 5-Series in Florida, United States Apr 2013 - Sep 2018
Mar 2014 50000 mi US $1275	Heater blower fan and final stage resistor
Jun 2016 68000 mi US $1100	Water pump
May 2017 75000 mi US $950	Leaking valve cover and oil filter stand

BMW 5-Series in Utah, United States Jun 2014 - Oct 2016
Jul 2014 79000 mi US $2500	Upper pipe leak Valve cover gasket leak
Apr 2015 88700 mi US $2500	Vanos solenoid sticking causing cel. Lower hose leak which required replacing entire radiator. Leaking mechatronic sleeve replaced to fix hard shifts.

BMW 5-Series in Portugal Oct 2014 - Feb 2019
Nov 2014 79440 mi	Wheel hub Assembly
Nov 2015 88660 mi	Mysterious problem. The engine seemingly overheated. Repair shop said the problem was lack of water (1/2 liter) but after taking car back from repair shop, yellow overheating light comes up again. Car still in the repair shop.
Dec 2015 89280 mi €1000	water pump + thermostat replaced. unknown which failed, since replaced as a set.
Jan 2018 114080 mi €3000	Wear and tear on timing belt. soggy catalytic converter. needed replacement leaking gearbox -- broken/fissured carter leaking radiator

BMW 5-Series in Tennessee, United States - Dec 2008
Dec 2008 53000 mi US $2600	CCC computer failed. Replacement, new software and new battery was $2600. BMW was kind enough to pick up $2200 of the repair.

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BMW 5-Series in New Jersey, United States Jun 2011 - Jun 2017
Nov 2013 97000 mi US $60	Left parking light warning came on. Local mechanic quoted 1.5 hours to replace. Took instead to favored mechanic who replaced bulb in 20 minutes. $30 for bulb. $30 for labor. Also had 100K spark plug replacement done.
Jul 2014 103000 mi US $535	No cold air. They did the recharge. Gave it back, didn't fix it. Had to go back. Then it was fixed. They didn't explain what they did. Leaking transmission. Replaced gasket, refilled with new fluid.
Dec 2015 115000 mi US $50	Passenger front halo parking lamp. The bulb is very difficult to access, and this particular one was very difficult to remove. It took them 45 minutes to replace because they couldn't get it out at first, but they only charged me book time for it.
Feb 2016 118700 mi US $2200	Water pump failure. Replace pump and one hose. Front shocks leaking slightly. Replaced with OEM parts. Belts and tensioner need to be replaced. Leaking oil filer head gasket
Dec 2016 128000 mi US $500	Leaking radiator. Replaced.

BMW 5-Series in Massachusetts, United States Nov 2013 - Dec 2014
Dec 2013 149000 mi US $2300	dashboard warning: engine over heating. Waterpump, hoses, and thermostat failed suddenly. All had to be replaced

BMW 5-Series in Illinois, United States - Jan 2010
Jan 2009 32000 mi	Replaced damaged tire after delivery, gouge in sidewall noticed after delivery
Feb 2009 32500 mi	Bad sensor in the exhaust needed replacement after service engine soon light.
Jan 2010 39000 mi	Replace car battery due to failure under factory warranty

BMW 5-Series in Massachusetts, United States Jan 2009 - Jan 2014
Jul 2011 74000 mi	Coolant leak. Replaced radiator, thermostat, compensator, water hose inlet.
Aug 2011 76000 mi	Replaced AC blower regulator, final stage resistor, blower motor.
Mar 2012 82000 mi US $1071	AWD, DSC, ABS, EVP warning on iDrive. Replaced Transfer Case Actuator Motor
Jun 2013 90000 mi US $1016	Broken aluminum head bolt. Replaced aluminum head bolts and replaced valve cover gasket. Removed oil pan to retrieve broken bolt. BMW NA picked up half of repair as courtesy.

BMW 5-Series in New York, United States Feb 2010 - Jun 2011
Aug 2010 75000 mi	Paint peeling on both side view mirrors. BMW repaired for free even though out of warranty.

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BMW 5-Series in Georgia, United States Nov 2010 - Dec 2014
Apr 2012 52000 mi	Flat tire sensor came on incorrectly. Repair shop checked tires and reset sensors.
Nov 2012 55900 mi US $25	Right turn signal malfunctioned. Replaced light bulb. Not fixed.
Jun 2013 60000 mi US $100	Right rear turn signal malfunction. Wiring and socket repaired.
Aug 2014 64900 mi US $1414	SZL sensor unit replaced ($537.97 parts, $140 labor, $210 program) Also had microfilter replaced & trunk latch problem checked on
Sep 2014 66000 mi US $1023	Trunk wiring harness replaced $420 Cylinder #3 misfiring - cause was faulty ignition coil. Replaced all 6 ignition coils ($388.26 parts, $355 labor). Also had passenger seat heater repaired ($70) and car aligned ($175).

BMW 5-Series in Quebec, Canada Apr 2011 - Apr 2018
Nov 2012 92940 mi C $480	engine overheat warning light illuminated, replaced water pump and thermostat
Nov 2013 104780 mi C $65	rt. inner tie rod
Mar 2014 109740 mi C $300	Rt front fog light inop, had both fog lights replaced
Apr 2015 121920 mi C $600	Front Stabilizer links. Rt,left tie rod ends
Sep 2015 127100 mi C $475	Unable to start,starter & battery replaced.starter was problem, battery was 10 yrs.old (preventive maintainence)
Apr 2016 133700 mi C $300	Hard shifting into 1st/2nd gear,linkage ajustment done, no parts required. Annual inspection carried out, spark plugs replaced
Sep 2016 138260 mi C $177	Left front coil spring broken
Apr 2017 143220 mi C $150	Needed full travel to hold vehicle on hill, adjusted hand brake.

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BMW 5-Series in Massachusetts, United States Dec 2011 - Mar 2018
Mar 2014 140000 mi US $600	Starter showed symptom of failure (spun freely w/o key in ignition) then worked again later that evening. Deemed that the unit was unreliable and replaced.
Apr 2014 141000 mi US $1000	front strut replacement, L&R CV kit (boot and clips) replacement service engine soon light - vacuum leak in fuel system
Jul 2014 146800 mi US $100	wiring harness was frayed, trunk lid would not close, release malfunctioned.
Jul 2015 172000 mi US $108	wiring for trunk release needed to be spliced (repaired) to regain functionality.
Jun 2017 213000 mi	Worn front, driver's side axle

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BMW 5-Series in Great Britain May 2009 - Mar 2010
Jun 2009 7000 mi	Water ingress on headlight. Part replaced Door seals squeak. Dealer did the teflon tape fix. No audible problems from then on.
Aug 2009 8000 mi	6" display refused to turn on at start up. 15 minutes later was ok. Dealer said common problem and replaced the display entirely
Dec 2009 13000 mi	Battery monitoring cable/circuit faulty resulting in flat battery. Cable/circuit replaced.

BMW 5-Series in Massachusetts, United States Sep 2009 - Mar 2010
Oct 2009 42000 mi	sunroof seal had loud road noise
Dec 2009 43000 mi	Worn stabilizer bar
Jan 2010	Bushings repaired

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BMW 5-Series in Florida, United States Jun 2010 - May 2011
Oct 2010 47000 mi US $155	comfort access never worked well on my wagon. replaced and reprogrammed keys. one key still bad, other may be better. needs time to analyze
May 2011 52000 mi US $50	Engine overheat light went on. Water pump replaced.

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BMW 5-Series in United Arab Emirates Apr 2012 - Jun 2017
May 2012 75320 mi ¤1000	Steering Shaft required to be changed

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BMW 5-Series in Philippines Jan 2012 - Feb 2012
Feb 2012 26040 mi $2000	The lurching problem of ZF transmissions. Every time I slow down going to a full stop, the auto transmission downshifts smoothly then from 2nd gear, it slams to 1st gear with a strong thud!

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BMW 5-Series in Ohio, United States Nov 2010 - Aug 2011
Feb 2011 92000 mi US $250	crack in coolant overflow reservoir
Apr 2011 95000 mi US $250	Secondary air intake needs to be cleaned which requires removing head. Estimate 5 days and $5500, debating repair now

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BMW 5-Series in Virginia, United States Jul 2014 - Jun 2018
Sep 2014 93000 mi US $7000	valve stem seals leaking. oil ports clogged car communication computer failed, had sporadic outages earlier
Mar 2018 100000 mi US $20	Replaced windshield washer motor

BMW 5-Series in South Carolina, United States Sep 2014 - Mar 2015
Dec 2014 135000 mi US $2500	replaced alternator replaced intake manifold transmission leak no heat, burr!!

BMW 5-Series in Ontario, Canada Jul 2010 - Jun 2011
Aug 2010 63860 mi C $150	Transmission takes a second or two to shift gears while driving and getting into gear when parked. This never happened before.

BMW 5-Series in Louisiana, United States May 2011 - Dec 2012
Sep 2011 97000 mi US $345	coolant system supply hose assembly leak, replaced hose. refilled coolant
May 2012 100300 mi US $2400	coolant tube between engine's piston banks. typical problem for 2004-05 v-8s

BMW 5-Series in North Carolina, United States Aug 2015 - Oct 2016
Nov 2015 130000 mi US $3000	Battery, Alternator, spark plugs, gaskets and many other things replaced.
Aug 2016 133300 mi US $2000	Coolant leaking everywhere.
Sep 2016 134000 mi US $500	Water leaks in roof.

BMW 5-Series in Virginia, United States Mar 2009 - Jun 2011
Jul 2010 66000 mi US $2500	Brake booster failed

BMW 5-Series in California, United States Jan 2009 - Apr 2012
Dec 2009 70000 mi US $50	Replaced 2 broken transmission mounts and one broken motor mount. replaced air bag seat mat.
Aug 2011 90000 mi US $1015	Vacuum booster was leaking, brake pedal needed excessive pressure to stop at low speeds. Parts $633, labor $333.
Oct 2011 91500 mi US $585	Replaced vacuum pump. Cost: parts - $434, labor - $117, total - $585.
Dec 2011 94000 mi US $1308	Replaced coolant tank, thermostat, and several hoses. Cost: Parts - $330, labor - $978, total - $1,308.
Jan 2012 94500 mi US $1121	Replaced transmission sealing sleeve. Cost: Parts - $202, labor - $398, total 600.03. Replaced stablizer bar bushings. Cost: Parts - $184, labor - $337, total - $521.
Apr 2012 97000 mi	AND, I have three oil leaks: 1. Valve cover, left side of engine, 2. Front cover, right side of engine, 3. Alternator. $1400 estimate to fix. Traded car.

BMW 5-Series in Ohio, United States Jul 2008 - Jul 2010
Oct 2008 69000 mi US $50	"Mechatronic" unit in automatic transmission
Nov 2008 69000 mi	Continued transmission malfunction
Dec 2008 69000 mi	Continued shifting problems even after Mechatronic unit was replaced; entire transmission was replaced this time.
Jan 2009 70000 mi	Vacuum leak.
Nov 2009 83000 mi	Replacement of water pump

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BMW 5-Series in Virginia, United States Sep 2010 - Jun 2012
Dec 2010 63000 mi US $50	Another trip for loss of coolant, replaced coolant temperature sensor.
Feb 2011 63800 mi US $50	Radiator replaced.

BMW 5-Series in Rhode Island, United States Jun 2011 - Sep 2017
Feb 2015 173400 mi US $400	Bad alternator replaced myself cost reflects no labor
Mar 2015 175000 mi US $28	Ignition coil on one cylinder replaced
Apr 2017 200000 mi US $200	Aga transfer pipe repair - 700 diy 2k dealer terriable engine design Radio no good Water pump replaced along with some hoses

BMW 5-Series in California, United States Jul 2008 - Jun 2022
Feb 2009 28000 mi	Clutch chatter when warm (6 speed manual transmission).
Dec 2011 49000 mi US $375	Coolant leaking. Pressure tested system, replaced expansion tank and revealed problem with water pump & tensioner pulley.
Jan 2012 49000 mi US $167	Replaced water pump & tension pulley Upper radiator hose failure
Oct 2012 55000 mi US $450	Replace vehicle battery
Nov 2013 63000 mi US $2600	Valve cover gaskets and vacuum pump gasket leaking oil.
Jun 2014 64000 mi US $1600	Check Engine light came on. Auxiliary air pump, pipe and a coolant hose were replaced.
Apr 2015 68300 mi US $250	Thermostat replaced
Jun 2016 74000 mi US $2500	3 Oil leaks
Dec 2016 78000 mi US $90	Dynamic suspension error in iDrive. Windshield washer not working.
Feb 2017 78000 mi US $1500	Replace thermostat Replace alternator & battery
Apr 2017 78000 mi US $400	Replace cracked coolant reservoir, thermostat sensors.
Aug 2017 78000 mi US $100	Replace windshield washer pump.
Jan 2018 80000 mi US $100	Upper windshield trim replaced
Oct 2021 88000 mi US $5800	Active Steering computer Replace seals valve covers Cooling hose replaced

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BMW 5-Series in Texas, United States Mar 2011 - May 2011
May 2011 60000 mi	Needing repairs when sold: AC compressor, oil gasket, struts, brakes, etc.

BMW 5-Series in California, United States Nov 2008 - Jul 2011
Dec 2008 37000 mi	Power steering warning light - Power steering issue addressed.
Apr 2009 41000 mi US $170	faulty oxygen sensor led to the 'check engine' light faulty seat weight sensor to be replaced under warranty
Oct 2010 53000 mi US $1000	High emissions detection. Found to be sensor related. oil leak found at junction of engine and detector unit during inspection for problem #1. Leaky unit replaced. Unable to establish or reset computer driven checkup notices. Comm problem. Not solved.

BMW 5-Series in Idaho, United States Jan 2014 - Dec 2014
Apr 2014 95500 mi US $500	Water pump crapped out. Knew it was an issue when I bought the car though and planned on having it repaired.

BMW 5-Series in Nevada, United States Nov 2009 - May 2012
Mar 2010 46000 mi US $1300	Defective fuel pump. Defective right rear passenger window motor.
Oct 2010 50200 mi US $250	SES light came on. Screen says "increased emissions". Mechanic replaced two crankcase ventilation valves.
Nov 2011 57100 mi US $700	Cooling systems hose leak.
Mar 2012 60000 mi US $650	Cylinder head gasket repaired.

BMW 5-Series in Maryland, United States Dec 2009 - Sep 2012
Dec 2010 68000 mi US $1700	worn wiring harness
Feb 2011 71000 mi US $1200	Front left angle light failure. Positive battery cable needed to be replaced
Apr 2011 73000 mi US $2500	Vacuum pump replaced
Sep 2011 79000 mi US $400	Replace expansion tank and hose
Jun 2012 88000 mi US $800	Sunroof was realigned and drain tubes were cleard

BMW 5-Series in Oklahoma, United States Feb 2010 - Jun 2011
Mar 2010 64425 mi US $817	Leaky transmission pan gasket trans pan gasket and fluid replaced Passive restraint fault light reset

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BMW 5-Series in California, United States Sep 2015 - Apr 2017
Sep 2015 81000 mi US $300	washer fluid leaking
Dec 2016 100000 mi US $1900	Oil pan gasket leak fixed Driveshaft output seal leak fixed New fluids

BMW 5-Series in Maryland, United States Nov 2017 - Sep 2018
Jan 2018 95500 mi US $200	Car would crank but not start on cold days. IE less than 20F. Replaced battery no problem on 8F morning.

BMW 5-Series in Massachusetts, United States Jul 2008 - Dec 2018
Aug 2008 34000 mi	Battery kept dying and car wouldn't start. they replaced the radio (which is the master computer for the iDrive) and the iPod module. The invoice doesn't show the costs, but I looked up the partnumbers to find MSRP on them and it was about $3000. Same problem, battery kept dying. Replaced battery. MK: battery replacements normally aren't reportable, but this one was probably killed by the audio system.
Feb 2009 45000 mi	Moonroof rattle.
Mar 2011 76000 mi	Transmission drip pan leaking, gasket replaced Washer pump would stop working after engine heated up, washer pump replaced.
Jul 2014 137200 mi	DSC, ABS, TPMS errors on check control, abs sensor wire broken, spliced & fixed, no parts needed
Mar 2015 141000 mi US $300	thermostat stuck open (limited heat in cabin) and replaced
Oct 2016 158500 mi	parking brake adjustment
Mar 2017 165000 mi	passenger restraint system light came on. cleared light with obd ii tool.
Mar 2018 175000 mi US $50	valve cover gasket leaking, replaced

BMW 5-Series in New Mexico, United States Jun 2016 - Apr 2017
Jul 2016 167200 mi US $130	Hardened valve cover gasket, leaking oil. Leaking oil pan, replaced pan and fluid

BMW 5-Series in Ohio, United States Mar 2012 - Apr 2012
Apr 2012 90000 mi US $150	Faulty. Reset required

BMW 5-Series in Florida, United States Jun 2014 - Jun 2018
Jul 2016 108343 mi US $100	R&R Rubber trim above windshield, strictly cosmetic piece. BMW part.
Sep 2016 112000 mi US $65	Replaced ACU controller. ACU automatically controls cabin air recirculation when hydrocarbons are detected outside, along with bad odors, switching system to recirculate for a period of time.
Feb 2018 117817 mi US $50	R&R AHL Control Unit. BMW part 6934837. Used part from eBay. Adaptive headlight control unit for adaptive bi-Xenon headlights.

BMW 5-Series in Texas, United States Jun 2012 - Jun 2013
Nov 2012 81600 mi US $640	CCV Valve Replacement

BMW 5-Series in Massachusetts, United States Feb 2016 - Jun 2017
Jul 2016 119000 mi US $1	Battery safety terminal (BST) failed and lit the airbag light. I bypassed the BST and replaced it with a resistor. The BST is too sensitive to failure due to potholes.
Jun 2017 124000 mi US $160	Starter failed completely after parking the car in the garage. Wouldn't crank. Replaced starter and starter bolts. Had to remove intake manifold to replace starter.

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BMW 5-Series in Florida, United States Mar 2013 - Jan 2014
May 2013 110100 mi US $700	Motor mounts. Radiator hose. Gasket.

BMW 5-Series in California, United States Sep 2012 - May 2015
Apr 2013 97500 mi	Car reported malfuntioning (always open) thermostat, resulting in increased emmisions.
Jun 2013 100000 mi US $100	Clutch started slipping at 100K miles.
Aug 2013 104600 mi	Thermostat replaced. Clutch replaced.
Jun 2014 125000 mi	Passenger seat airbag mat was replaced under recall/extended warranty.
Mar 2015 141000 mi	While driving car bogged down and began to run rough. Indie mechanic replaced an ignition coil that failed. Also discovered that oil level sender was throwing codes. Replaced as well.

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BMW 5-Series in Ontario, Canada May 2011 - Jun 2018
Oct 2011 75795 mi C $1500	Replace leaky transmission pan and mechatronic sleeve, new transmission oil Replace front tie rod ends, L/R Perform wheel alignment Left rear taillight bulb carrier and connector burned out, Replace bulb carrier + connector/harness Left rear taillight bulb carrier and connector burned out, Replace bulb carrier + connector/harness Replace front tie rod ends, L/R Perform wheel alignment Replace leaky transmission pan and mechatronic sleeve, new transmission oil
Jun 2012 86800 mi C $340	Replaced squeaky AC tensioner and Alternator tensioner
Aug 2012 89600 mi C $200	Engine valve cover gasket seems to be leaking. Replaced VCG and took advantage to put new plugs in as well.
Sep 2012 93000 mi C $420	Worn lower control arm bushing. Had to replace the entire control arm assembly.
Dec 2012 96720 mi C $250	Inner tied rod end was found with play. Replaced. Rear control arm bushing worn.
May 2013 101140 mi C $550	Replaced leaky front struts. Struts were still working fine but replaced as a preventive approach
Jul 2013 102400 mi C $500	Replaced left and right ball joints - Minor play
Jan 2014 99720 mi C $250	faulty thermostat and deteriorating water pump
Apr 2014 115400 mi C $350	Tie rod end has play. Left front control arm worn
Oct 2014 128300 mi C $700	Right front lower control arm bushing is worn. Replaced component. Also replaced Left lower control arm at the same time.
Feb 2016 163660 mi C $2500	Had transmission fault. Diagnosis came back to be worn bushings and other parts in transmission causing gears to slip. Rebuilt and ran like a brand new car after.
Mar 2016 166160 mi C $550	Wheel bearing noise on one side. Decided to replace both as the other side will eventually fail.
Apr 2016 167260 mi C $1200	Left front strut started leaking. Decided to replace both left and right as well as strut mounts
Sep 2016 178560 mi C $360	Rear right spring broke and was making clunking noise when going over bumps or pot hole. Replaced both left and right springs
Jan 2017 164760 mi C $200	Air valve connected to secondary air pump seized and need to be replaced
Jun 2018 217000 mi C $200	Corroded water pump

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BMW 5-Series in South Carolina, United States Aug 2017 - Oct 2017
Apr 2017 152000 mi US $60	Steering wheel would shake upon decent speeds while cornering towards the right.

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BMW 5-Series in Ireland Sep 2010 - Jun 2011
Oct 2010 63860 mi	I noticed oil on driveway.Took car to dealer who replaced fuel pump after diesel had leaked into it.I think they reckoned it was the inlet manifold gasket that was faulty.

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BMW 5-Series in New Zealand Feb 2016 - May 2017
May 2017 110360 mi $1500	Central interface not working. Turned out to be the MPM/micro power module control unit /water damage

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BMW in Saudi Arabia Sep 2008 - Mar 2010
Oct 2008 20460 mi ﷼3600	The car would jerk between 60-80 kmh at around 1500rpm.

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BMW 5-Series in New York, United States Dec 2008 - Jan 2013
Jun 2009 69000 mi US $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 2010 76000 mi US $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 2010 79000 mi	Same problem as last trip. Replaced Steering ECU in the column.
Jul 2010 82800 mi US $50	Power brakes failed, check valve replaced

BMW 5-Series in Great Britain May 2011 - Dec 2012
Sep 2011 88000 mi £1600	Glow plugs
Dec 2012 98000 mi £400	Cracked exhaust manifold

BMW 5-Series in Nova Scotia, Canada Aug 2012 - Jul 2021
Dec 2012 40300 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 2013 41540 mi C $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 2013 42160 mi C $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 2013 43800 mi C $600	Replaced leaking transmission oil pan and filter replaced fluid twice over a week period to replace most old fluid.
Jun 2014 50220 mi C $310	Replaced left side tie rod end as it had too much play in it, evidenced by "klunking sound" when hitting uneven road surfaces. Two broken rear coil springs, replaced both shocks also, while I was in there, for the couple 100$ extra did not want to have to do that later. Now have a pair of good spares.
Sep 2014 53940 mi C $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 2014 55800 mi C $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 2015 58900 mi C $65	Replaced spark plugs @95000 kms
Sep 2015 62000 mi C $40	Replaced right rear wheelcarrier ball joint, had developed some play and was squeaky, now is tight and as good as new.
Dec 2016 73780 mi C $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 2017 75640 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 2017 78120 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 2017 83080 mi C $110	The additional waterpump providing residual heat died and I replaced it and flushed coolant pump was $86 and coolant around 30.
Mar 2018 85560 mi C $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 2018 88040 mi C $2	Right side backup light bulb was giving me check notifications in instrument cluster periodically indicating intermittent problem and replaced lightbulb.
Oct 2018 91140 mi C $80	Left front coil spring was broken and replaced along with rubber seats and new nuts holding top of strut.
May 2019 95480 mi C $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 California, United States Nov 2008 - Jun 2011
Jan 2009 72000 mi US $425	Leaky water pump. Leaky vacuum assist pump for braking system.
Jun 2009 80000 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 2010 96000 mi US $500	Defective transmission seal that caused transmission fluid to leak.

BMW 5-Series in Georgia, United States May 2013 - Jun 2013
Jun 2013 176000 mi US $7323	Engine heads repaired

BMW 5-Series in New Zealand Jul 2008 - Mar 2009
Jun 2008 46500 mi $200	Coding missing MP3 support
Aug 2008 49600 mi $300	PCV valves replaced on both banks. PCV Valves Replaced on both banks
Dec 2008 54560 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 2009 55800 mi	Transmission stuttering in 5th gear. Dealer advised transmission required replacement. Traded in car same day.

BMW 5-Series in Alberta, Canada Jan 2011 - Jun 2018
Aug 2014 64480 mi C $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 2015 73780 mi C $550	Thermostat error codes. Replaced Thermostat housing
Feb 2016 75640 mi C $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 2016 76260 mi C $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 2016 76980 mi C $1100	Alternator malfunction.
Sep 2016 77500 mi C $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 2016 78120 mi C $1200	Replaced battery sensor and reprogrammed to synch with alternator and system computers
Sep 2017 83700 mi C $400	Replace oil sensor due to leak
Dec 2017 86180 mi C $700	Replace battery

BMW 5-Series in Alberta, Canada Mar 2013 - May 2019
Mar 2016 55180 mi C $107	Vacuum pump - replaced O-ring seal causing oil leak
Apr 2016 55280 mi	Transmission oil pan replaced.

BMW 5-Series in New York, United States Aug 2008 - Dec 2012
Sep 2008 57000 mi US $235	HID Lowbeam Headlight blown. Part ordered through Dealer, BMW of Manhattan.
Dec 2009 64000 mi US $166	Passenger Airbag Sensor Fault with warning light always on due to damaged seat MAT. Recall repair - No Charge.
Mar 2010 66000 mi US $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 2010 67000 mi US $148	Service Engine Soon light. Code P0348 Bank 2 Intake Camshaft Position Sensor Purchased sensor from BMW Dealer and replaced myself.
May 2011 75500 mi US $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 2012 84000 mi US $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.

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BMW 5-Series in Georgia, United States Jan 2009 - Jun 2018
Feb 2009 72000 mi US $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 2010 81000 mi US $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 2012 94300 mi US $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

BMW 5-Series in California, United States Sep 2010 - Oct 2011
Dec 2010 71000 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 2011 77000 mi US $2400	Vacuum pump replacement AC compressor replacement
Oct 2011 80000 mi	Motorized rear shade not working when sold.

BMW 5-Series in Ohio, United States Jun 2014 - Apr 2017
Jul 2014 74300 mi	Replaced serpentine belt Leaking valve cover gaskets, leaking alternator bracket gasket.
Sep 2014 76000 mi US $120	Replaced water pump, serpentine belt and ac belt. Removed alternator, had rebuilt at specialty shop.
Jan 2015 US $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 2015 85500 mi US $150	Replaced driveline flex disk to attempt to cure driveline slack. Did not fix problem, driveline slack persists.
Mar 2016 95000 mi US $20	Angel eye bulbs burned out. Disassembled originals and replaced bulbs as opposed to entire lamp assembly.
Nov 2016 101000 mi US $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 2017 85000 mi US $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 Virginia, United States Dec 2011 - Jan 2013
Jun 2012 94000 mi US $500	Update of the programming and an oil service

BMW 5-Series in Colorado, United States Apr 2012 - Jan 2017
Jun 2012 47000 mi US $20	Windshield Washer Fluid Resevoir
Jul 2013 55300 mi US $200	Oil leak from oil pressure switch
Oct 2013 57700 mi US $250	Airbag light was on
Jul 2014 66300 mi US $1200	Secondary air injection code; Replaced secondary air intake valve Bad thermostat
Jun 2015 71000 mi US $600	Door locks
Jul 2016 78500 mi US $3000	Cross over tube R&R via kit
Dec 2016 81000 mi US $800	Fuel pump

BMW 5-Series in New Hampshire, United States Sep 2011 - Mar 2013
Mar 2012 98000 mi US $134	Replace oil pressure sensor
Apr 2012 99000 mi US $472	New mass air flow sensor
Mar 2013 116000 mi	Needed new steering pump for $2200. I decided to sell the car. It's gone now.

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BMW 5-Series in California, United States Dec 2010 - Jan 2012
Jan 2011 91000 mi US $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 2011 91800 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 2012 90000 mi US $708	valve cover gaskets replaced

BMW 5-Series in Illinois, United States Feb 2012 - Mar 2012
Mar 2012 75000 mi US $1200	Crash sensor error

BMW 5-Series in Arizona, United States Jan 2012 - Mar 2016
Feb 2012 75700 mi US $400	unable to rectify miles to empty on gas gage
Mar 2012 77000 mi US $2400	fuel gauge malfunction (3 trips to dealer at approx. 900.00$) 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 2013 US $310	replaced battery, reset steering, etc
Apr 2013 88500 mi US $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 2013 92000 mi US $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 2013 94000 mi US $1750	oil leakage-moderate, alternator seal replaced and leaking left motor mount. Replaced alternator seal and 2 new engine mounts.
Jun 2014 97000 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 2014 98000 mi US $780	cracked crankcase vent(131.88), replaced spark plugs
Feb 2015 102000 mi US $865	Belts and new pulleys,alt.,etc. Had been making noise.
Jan 2016 89700 mi US $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 2016 113000 mi US $1200	REPLACED BOTH front struts

BMW 5-Series in Tennessee, United States Oct 2009 - Dec 2012
Apr 2010 92700 mi US $88	Replacing Cooling expansion tank and cap
Oct 2010 100000 mi US $457	Left front wheel bearing replaced
Nov 2010 101300 mi US $241	Right front wheel bearing replaced. Repaired
May 2011 110675 mi US $180	Engine cooling system (radiator, water pump, thermostat, heater core, etc.), repair Engine cooling system (radiator, water pump, thermostat, heater core, etc.), repair
Jan 2012 123000 mi US $670	Valve cover gaskets.
Mar 2012 126000 mi US $220	Replaced right front Link
Apr 2012 126700 mi US $450	Replaced all four oxygen sensors
Jun 2012 130000 mi US $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 2009 57000 mi US $800	electric seat adjust for driver seat failed.

BMW 5-Series in Iowa, United States May 2012 - Mar 2013
May 2012 66000 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 2012 66900 mi US $40	Upper control arm. Dealership want 700 for repair. I bought the part online for $40 and installed it myself in 20 mins.

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BMW 5-Series in Ontario, Canada Aug 2009 - Jun 2015
Dec 2009 69440 mi C $700	Crankshaft sensor shorted internally. Part replaced.
Mar 2010 76570 mi C $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 2010 85560 mi C $800	Engine starter failed and was replaced.
Jan 2012 102920 mi C $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 2013 124660 mi C $200	Replaced broken DISA valve.

BMW 5-Series in Ohio, United States Feb 2009 - Feb 2011
Mar 2009 56000 mi US $178	Noisy on startup with rattling heat shield.
Sep 2009 65000 mi US $260	Xenon headlight replacement. The most expensive light bulb I have ever replaced and could not do it myself.
Jan 2010 69000 mi US $589	Thermostat stuck; mediocre heat; dealer repaired problem under CPO warranty
Jan 2011 79000 mi US $750	Worn wheel bearing
Feb 2011 79000 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 Texas, United States Oct 2008 - Apr 2010
Dec 2008 73000 mi US $50	When starting the car in certain situations, the starter remains engaged for a second or two. Starter replaced but problem reoccurs.
Jan 2009 75000 mi	CAS computer replaced.
Mar 2009 81000 mi	Continued starting problem. Battery replacement, CAS replacement and starter replacement not successful.
Apr 2009 82000 mi	Starting problem continues. Factory recommended cleaning intake system.
May 2009 82000 mi	Replaced oil sensor that, if shorted, could cause erratic starting.
Jun 2009 84000 mi	Continuing starting problem was fixed with a new fuel injector
Dec 2009 101000 mi US $800	Front control arm bushings replaced.

BMW 5-Series in Pennsylvania, United States Jan 2009 - Jun 2018
Sep 2013 152000 mi US $50	replaced valve cover gasket
Jan 2014 127700 mi US $500	the dealer replaced thew starter motor
Feb 2015 168000 mi US $733	replace front thrust bushings
Dec 2016 200000 mi US $80	Replaced water pump and drive belts
Oct 2017 205000 mi US $200	Replaced Battery

BMW 5-Series in Ontario, Canada Jan 2010 - May 2013
Apr 2010 64760 mi	Rain sensing wipers failed, had to be replaced, and drivers mirror became rusted (oddly enough).
Jul 2010 68680 mi C $247	Low tire light came on, was turned off by dealer, sensor replaced. High beam Headlight failure caused repair bill.
Jul 2011 89360 mi C $2000	automatic transmission pan replacement waterpump and cooling system replacement control arm, front bushings, front brakes

BMW 5-Series in South Carolina, United States Mar 2011 - Apr 2014
Apr 2011 82000 mi US $500	Head gasket replacement. Passenger seat airbag sensor failed.
Apr 2014 120000 mi	Key malfunction

BMW 5-Series in Missouri, United States Apr 2012 - Jan 2013
Jul 2012 62200 mi US $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 2014 130000 mi US $900	Thermostat & Programming
Mar 2015 134000 mi	driveshaft sensor
Oct 2015 147000 mi US $500	Airbag-related. I don't recall the exact problem.

BMW 5-Series in South Africa Jun 2013 - Sep 2013
Jul 2013 103540 mi R 4000	Mass Air Flow sensor being cleaned but needs replacement.
Sep 2013 103540 mi	Failure to engage 5'th gear resulting in continious jumping between 4'th and 5'th. Poor acceleration.

BMW 5-Series in California, United States Jul 2013 - Jul 2014
Jul 2014 148000 mi US $6000	Engine motor leaks and AC leaks too.

BMW 5-Series in Victoria, Australia Oct 2013 - Mar 2014
Nov 2013 106420 mi	Fluid leak, change pan, seal and bolts White smoke, warning low oil message. CCV and pipes replaced

BMW 5-Series in Hong Kong, China Dec 2013 - Mar 2015
Dec 2013 29760 mi $130	Brake fluid leak due to one of the brake pipe to the wheel leaks
Feb 2015 33880 mi $350	Coolant pipes and pump replacement

BMW 5-Series in California, United States Dec 2013 - Jul 2016
Dec 2013 89000 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.

BMW 5-Series in California, United States Oct 2012 - Dec 2014
Dec 2012 120000 mi US $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 2013 126000 mi US $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 2014 128400 mi US $800	Cooling system... water pump bearings failed as well as the gaskets.

BMW 5-Series in Nevada, United States Jan 2015 - Feb 2015
Feb 2015 118000 mi US $500	mass air flow sensor

BMW 5-Series in Ontario, Canada - Jun 2009
Oct 2008 49600 mi	pasenger seat air bag problem
May 2009 62620 mi C $900	air bag sensors inside bumbers got defective
Jun 2009 63860 mi	Air valve got stuck

BMW 5-Series in Saudi Arabia Sep 2015 - Oct 2015
Sep 2015 111600 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 2015 111600 mi ﷼300	Oil leak

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BMW 5-Series in Ontario, Canada Feb 2012 - Jun 2018
Sep 2014 142600 mi C $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 2015 155000 mi C $400	changed tie rod ends due shimmy/vibration when braking

BMW 5-Series in Illinois, United States Mar 2010 - Mar 2011
Apr 2010 72000 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 2010 72500 mi	Oil pressure dropping at low speed/idle and triggering intermittent low oil pressure warning. Replaced oil pump. Problem has not recurred.

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BMW 5-Series in Maryland, United States Aug 2008 - Jul 2018
May 2009 69000 mi	Main Computer display rebooting, locking up or non-functional.
Dec 2010 102000 mi US $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 2012 140800 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 2013 152000 mi US $400	Trunk lid spring and strut worn beyond servicability. Trunk would bang open and rebound when commanded instead of softly and under control.
Jul 2013 160000 mi US $120	Fuel sensor stopped working. Gas gauge not reliable, car unable to determine MPG and other related data.
Mar 2015 176000 mi US $1000	The transmission failed and was traced to the SMG pump.
Apr 2015 181800 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 2016 295000 mi US $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 2018 240000 mi US $600	Supplemental air pump failure ECU fan faillure
Jul 2018 221100 mi US $500	Broken Windshield

BMW 5-Series in Florida, United States Aug 2013 - Oct 2014
Jan 2014 US $292	cooling thermostat,, fluid leakage
Oct 2014 45000 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 2012 127100 mi C $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 2013 120860 mi C $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 2014 116580 mi C $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 2014 128960 mi C $161	Disa valve changed. kit labour and parts $161.
Aug 2014 135160 mi C $125	changed the control arm. normal wear both front side.parts$200, labour $100
Jun 2015 151900 mi C $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 2015 152520 mi C $600	set- tie rod replaced, with oem parts, labour etc. lower thrust arms replaced- set. left and right
May 2016 159020 mi C $100	Parking brake broke replace the drum and cable is loose
Oct 2016 167400 mi C $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 2010 35340 mi C $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.

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BMW 5-Series in North Carolina, United States Jul 2013 - Jul 2018
Jul 2018 104500 mi	Occupancy sensor failure

BMW 5-Series in Estonia Jun 2010 - Dec 2012
Apr 2011 128960 mi €500	Front suspension
Sep 2011 133300 mi	Front shock absorbers had an oil leak and froze at -25 degrees celsius.

BMW 5-Series in Trinidad and Tobago Mar 2010 - Sep 2016
May 2011 40672 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 2012 44640 mi $3500	Vanos line blocked Transmission gasket, sleeve
Apr 2014 54140 mi $2000	Gradual failure to cool, Noisy AC compressor. AC compressor replaced.
Jul 2015 60340 mi $2000	Coolant tank, hoses replaced Oil sump gasket replaced
Sep 2015 61380 mi $1000	AC condenser replaced
Jul 2016 62000 mi $6000	Transmission rebuilt

BMW 5-Series in Norway Aug 2008 - Dec 2016
Feb 2011 87420 mi $3000	Worn suspension parts f and r, no noticeable play, but outside acceptable limits and thus parts replaced
Aug 2013 110520 mi $800	grinding noise identified as som out front bearing.
Aug 2015 126840 mi $400	Both rear springs broken
Mar 2016 132060 mi $250	Error message about low oil pressure. Diagnosed as faulty sensor, sensor replaced.
Sep 2016 133300 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 2016 133300 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.

BMW 5-Series in Virginia, United States Jan 2018 - Mar 2018
Jan 2018 195000 mi US $745	fuel pump went out again fuel filter and sender seal

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BMW 5-Series in Maryland, United States Apr 2013 - Jun 2022
Aug 2013 90000 mi US $60	Valve cover gasket was leaking oil onto exhaust manifold. Replaced valve cover gasket
Jan 2015 133000 mi US $55	Thermostat failed in open position resulting in little to no heat from vents. Replaced thermostat
Jun 2016 131000 mi	Airbag light was on. Shop cleared the codes and light has not come on again.
Sep 2016 133000 mi US $30	Windshield washer tank started leaking. Fixed tank and washer pump started leaking. Both replaced easily
Feb 2017 137000 mi	Traction control keeps warning me that something is wrong and that it might not work. Haven't had it diagnosed yet
Nov 2017 145000 mi US $300	Crank case ventilation system was broken and leaking oil. Replaced entire system
Apr 2018 147000 mi	SRS warning light came on. Reset light and it did not return

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BMW 5-Series in New York, United States Sep 2014 - Oct 2017
Oct 2017 58000 mi US $1100	Hydraulic fluid pump for SMG transmission broke.

BMW 5-Series in Texas, United States May 2010 - Dec 2016
Sep 2010 34000 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 2011 40000 mi US $46	Tail light failure light problem recurred - took to BMW dealer along with regular maintenance appointment. Dealer replaced lights.
Feb 2012 47000 mi US $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 2016 72000 mi	Car "transmission failsafe" light came on after going up a steep hill. Repair shop could not find a problem.
Sep 2016 74000 mi US $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 2016 74000 mi	Replaced car instead of rebuilding transmission.

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