BMW X5 SAV recalls and problems
9 recalls and 203 owner complaints for 13 model years. Pick your year for full details.
Recalls
9
Complaints
203
Crashes reported
8
Fires reported
4
Choose a model year
BMW X5 SAV by year
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 X5 SAV | 1 | 13 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2012 X5 SAV | 4 | 21 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 2011 X5 SAV | 3 | 24 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2010 X5 SAV | 5 | 19 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2009 X5 SAV | 4 | 19 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2008 X5 SAV | 3 | 20 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| 2007 X5 SAV | 5 | 59 | 5 | 0 | 4 | 0 |
| 2006 X5 SAV | 0 | 27 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 2004 X5 SAV | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2003 X5 SAV | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2002 X5 SAV | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2001 X5 SAV | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2000 X5 SAV | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most reported BMW X5 SAV problems
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 57 | |
| Engine | 41 | |
| Power Train | 28 | |
| Electrical System | 28 | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 27 | |
| Service Brakes | 26 | |
| Seats | 11 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 10 | |
| Structure | 8 | |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 7 |
All BMW X5 SAV recalls
| Recall | Date | Years | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22V-119 | Mar 2, 2022 | 2007–2010 | Engine and Engine Cooling | BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2008-2013 1 Series Coupe (128i); 2007-2013 3 Series Coupe (328i, 328xi, 328i xDrive); 2007-2010 X3 SAV (X3 3.0si, X3 xDrive30i); 2008-2013 1 Series Convertible (128i)… |
| 19V-015 | Jan 14, 2019 | 2000–2004 | Do not driveAir Bags | BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2000-2003 525i Sedan, 530i Sedan, 540i Sedan, 2001-2003 525i Sports Wagon and 540i Sports Wagon vehicles, and 2000-2004 X5 SAV 3.0i, X5 SAV 4.4i, and X5 SAV… |
| 16V-071 | Feb 5, 2016 | 2007–2013 | Air Bags | BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2008-2013 128i and 135i coupes and convertibles and 1 Series M coupes, 2006-2011 325i, 325xi, 328i, 328xi, 328i xDrive, 330i, 330xi, 335i, 335xi, 335i… |
| 14V-176 | Apr 10, 2014 | 2010–2012 | Engine and Engine Cooling | BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2010-2011 128i Coupe, 128i Convertible, 328i Sedan, 328i xDrive Sedan, 328i Coupe, 328i Convertible, 328i Sports Wagon and Z4 sDrive 30i, 2011-2012 135i… |
| 13V-045 | Feb 7, 2013 | 2007–2010 | Service Brakes, Service Brakes, Hydraulic | BMW is recalling certain model year 2007-2010 X5 SAV vehicles, manufactured September 12, 2006, through March 18, 2010 and equipped with an 8-cylinder engine. |
| 12V-550 | Nov 27, 2012 | 2009–2012 | Engine and Engine Cooling, Steering | BMW is recalling certain model year 2009-2012 X5 xDrive 35d SAV diesel vehicles manufactured September 1, 2008, through November 15, 2012. |
| 12V-161 | Apr 10, 2012 | 2012 | Engine and Engine Cooling | Bmw is recalling certain model year 2011 5-series, 5-series gran turismo, model year 2012 6-series convertible, 7-series, x5 sav, and x6 sav vehicles equipped with 8- or 12-cylinder, turbocharged, engines because the… |
| 07V-479 | Oct 12, 2007 | 2007 | Engine and Engine Cooling | On certain vehicles equipped with v8 engines, in conditions of below freezing temperatures combined with low humidity, it is possible for electrostatic discharge to occur at the fuel rails. |
| 07V-391 | Aug 29, 2007 | 2007 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | Certain passenger vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. |
Frequently asked questions
What is the worst year for the BMW X5 SAV?
By owner complaints to NHTSA, the 2007 BMW X5 SAV has the most reports (59). Check the 2007 page for the problems owners describe.
How many recalls does the BMW X5 SAV have?
NHTSA lists 9 safety recalls covering BMW X5 SAV model years 2000–2004, 2007–2013.
What are the most common BMW X5 SAV problems?
Owners report air bags, engine, power train problems most often.