{"id":44297,"date":"2021-09-27T03:56:28","date_gmt":"2021-09-27T10:56:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogv2prod.wpenginepowered.com\/blog\/?p=44297"},"modified":"2024-10-28T23:29:04","modified_gmt":"2024-10-29T06:29:04","slug":"bmw-x5-reliability-and-common-problems","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/bmw-x5-reliability-and-common-problems\/","title":{"rendered":"BMW X5 Reliability and Common Problems"},"content":{"rendered":"<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC \"-\/\/W3C\/\/DTD HTML 4.0 Transitional\/\/EN\" \"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/TR\/REC-html40\/loose.dtd\">\n<html><body><span class=\"span-reading-time rt-reading-time\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\">Reading Time: <\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\"> 4<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">minutes<\/span><\/span><style>.kadence-column44297_d2fa87-e0 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column44297_d2fa87-e0 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column44297_d2fa87-e0 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column44297_d2fa87-e0 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column44297_d2fa87-e0 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column44297_d2fa87-e0 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column44297_d2fa87-e0{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column44297_d2fa87-e0 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column44297_d2fa87-e0 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column44297_d2fa87-e0 inner-column-1 qk-look-widget\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ultimate-post-row ultp-block-dc1beb  qk-main-wrap\"><div class=\"ultp-row-wrapper\"><div class=\"ultp-row-content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ultimate-post-column ultp-block-3eb1b3\"><div class=\"ultp-column-wrapper\"><style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading44297_04d00d-ed, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading44297_04d00d-ed[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading44297_04d00d-ed\"]{text-align:center;font-size:20px;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading44297_04d00d-ed mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading44297_04d00d-ed[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading44297_04d00d-ed\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-family:Inter;font-weight:500;font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading44297_04d00d-ed img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading44297_04d00d-ed[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading44297_04d00d-ed\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"kt-adv-heading44297_04d00d-ed summary-title wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading44297_04d00d-ed\"><span>Summary<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Despite its sleek look, the BMW X5 is not the most reliable SUV, getting a reliability rating of only 2.0 out of 5.0 from RepairPal.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Many owners of the BMW X5 have commended its fuel efficiency and mileage.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>However, some drivers of the BMW X5 have also complained about the engine stalling while driving and the engine&rsquo;s tendency to overheat.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p>Emphasizing sportiness while delivering enough utilitarian capability, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/bmw\/x5\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"BMW X5\">BMW X5<\/a> is always a good choice if you want a relatively large yet responsive SUV. The latest model years come with the newest technologies, but older vehicles are also good options that you can upgrade. An analysis by <a href=\"https:\/\/caredge.com\/bmw\/x5\/depreciation\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" aria-label=\"CarEdge.com\">CarEdge.com<\/a> estimates that an X5 in good condition will lose around 46% of its value after five years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But is the BMW X5 worth the investment? Let&rsquo;s take a closer look at the BMW X5&rsquo;s reliability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Are BMW X5s Reliable?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When it comes to overall reliability, the BMW X5 is considered below average. <a href=\"https:\/\/repairpal.com\/reliability\/bmw\/x5\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" aria-label=\"RepairPal\">RepairPal<\/a> gave it a score of 2.0 out of 5.0, putting the X5 in 13th place out of 19 luxury full-sized SUVs in its segment. The SUV is also considered to have high ownership costs because it requires major repairs more often than normal. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.consumerreports.org\/cars\/bmw\/x5\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" aria-label=\"Consumer Reports\">Consumer Reports<\/a> considers it a fairly fuel-efficient vehicle for its size and engine power, and the diesel-powered units offer the best MPG.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Despite its low reliability rating, you can get a BMW X5 to 100,000 miles or more if you take good care of it. Drive carefully, follow BMW&rsquo;s recommended maintenance schedule, and always replace any worn or damaged parts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed aligncenter is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"500\" data-dnt=\"true\"><p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">Rise to any challenge with the power of M. Tap to explore the BMW X5 M Competition: <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/SsiM0h5eCW\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" aria-label=\"https:\/\/t.co\/SsiM0h5eCW\">https:\/\/t.co\/SsiM0h5eCW<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/DO7wlpfX5V\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" aria-label=\"pic.twitter.com\/DO7wlpfX5V\">pic.twitter.com\/DO7wlpfX5V<\/a><\/p>&mdash; BMW USA (@BMWUSA) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/BMWUSA\/status\/1427322578788667403?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" aria-label=\"August 16, 2021\">August 16, 2021<\/a><\/blockquote><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">BMW X5 Common Problems<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Making its debut in 2000, the BMW X5 remains in production as of 2021. And like any model that enjoyed decades of continuous production, some of its model years are more likely to develop problems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are some of the most common BMW X5 reliability issues reported by drivers:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Engine Stalls While Driving<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Driving the 2011 BMW X5 is usually a fun experience thanks to its power and agility. However, an unexpected engine stall can ruin an enjoyable trip. This problem shows up in some 2011 model year units and is considered the X5&rsquo;s biggest problem.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" src=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/2011-BMW-X5-M-BMW-USA-News-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"2011 BMW X5 M BMW - USA News\" class=\"wp-image-44311\" style=\"width:1024px;height:682px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/2011-BMW-X5-M-BMW-USA-News-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/2011-BMW-X5-M-BMW-USA-News-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/2011-BMW-X5-M-BMW-USA-News-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/2011-BMW-X5-M-BMW-USA-News-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/2011-BMW-X5-M-BMW-USA-News-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/2011-BMW-X5-M-BMW-USA-News-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/2011-BMW-X5-M-BMW-USA-News.jpg 1700w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Driving the 2011 BMW X5 is usually a fun experience thanks to its power and agility. However, an issue with the engine unexpectedly stalling has been reported by some owners. Image source: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bmwusanews.com\/image-gallery.do?method=adhoc&amp;imageIds=2401\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" aria-label=\"BMW USA News\">BMW USA News<\/a>.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Some drivers have reported that their X5 would stall while driving on the road. This happened often at low speeds, although the vehicle could stall at much faster speeds. Stalled engines were unable to restart, so drivers were forced to tow their SUV.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>According to BMW, a fault with the 2011 X5&rsquo;s engine caused it to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/engine-seized-symptoms-plus-faq\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"seize up\">seize up<\/a>. The engine control module responded to stalling by engaging the vehicle&rsquo;s safe mode. Depending on the circumstances, the engine warning light may or may not illuminate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Unfortunately, most owners were unable to resolve the problem, while some resorted to replacing the entire engine. This can set you back by thousands of dollars.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Water Leakage in Interior<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The sunroof on the 2008 BMW X5 has advantages and disadvantages. On the upside, it lets natural light into the interior and can slide open to admit fresh air into the cabin. The downside is that water from outside the vehicle can leak through the sunroof and damage the interior.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Normally, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/drain-tube\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"drain tubes\">drain tubes<\/a> keep water from accumulating on the sunroof. But the tubes in many BMW X5 units manufactured in 2008 can leak water into the vehicle&rsquo;s interior.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"article-search-widget\">\n<div class=\"cp-search\">\n<div align=\"center\">\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cld.partsimg.com\/image\/upload\/w_auto,dpr_auto\/carparts\/logos\/badge_wordmark\/full_color\/CP_LOGO_COLOUR_RGB\" alt=\"CarParts.com\" width=\"300\" height=\"56\">\n<\/div>\n<form id=\"cpsearchform\" name=\"cpsearchform\" action=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/search\" method=\"get\" target=\"_blank\" accept-charset=\"character_set\" aria-label=\"search CarParts.com\">\n    <input type=\"text\" class=\"keyword\" name=\"q\" placeholder=\"Search for parts on CarParts.com\" value=\"\" aria-label=\"Search CarParts.com\"><input type=\"submit\" class=\"btn-search\" value=\"Search\" aria-label=\"Search\">\n<\/form>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>A damp floor mat is a minor irritation, while a waterlogged carpet may need replacement if it got damaged. Unfortunately, many drivers report that the water often leaks toward the front passenger side where a lot of electrical components can be damaged.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some 2008 BMW X5s failed to start because of water damage in the ignition system. Others couldn&rsquo;t enter their vehicle because of similar problems with the electronic <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/door-lock\/bmw\/x5\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"door locks\">door locks<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If a driver was lucky, the X5 would go back to normal once the interior dried out. In most cases, the electronic devices and their electrical parts may need replacement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Overheating Engines<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Even when it&rsquo;s running at full power, the mighty engine of the 2013 BMW X5 stays cool thanks to its electric <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/water-pump\/bmw\/x5\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"water pump\">water pump<\/a>. However, a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carcomplaints.com\/BMW\/X5\/2008\/body_paint\/water_leaks_into_interior.shtml\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" aria-label=\"water pump failure\">water pump failure<\/a> can activate the secondary fan, which can keep running even when it&rsquo;s no longer necessary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/BMW-X5-xDrive50i-May-2013-BMW-USA-News-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"BMW X5 xDrive50i May 2013 BMW - USA News\" class=\"wp-image-44312\" style=\"width:1024px;height:683px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/BMW-X5-xDrive50i-May-2013-BMW-USA-News-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/BMW-X5-xDrive50i-May-2013-BMW-USA-News-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/BMW-X5-xDrive50i-May-2013-BMW-USA-News-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/BMW-X5-xDrive50i-May-2013-BMW-USA-News-1536x1025.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/BMW-X5-xDrive50i-May-2013-BMW-USA-News-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/BMW-X5-xDrive50i-May-2013-BMW-USA-News-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/BMW-X5-xDrive50i-May-2013-BMW-USA-News.jpg 1700w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Even when it&rsquo;s running at full power, the mighty engine of the 2013 BMW X5 stays cool thanks to its electric water pump. Image source: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bmwusanews.com\/image-gallery.do?method=adhoc&amp;imageIds=17181\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" aria-label=\"BMW USA News\">BMW USA News<\/a>.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>This issue doesn&rsquo;t only affect units belonging to the 2013 model year. Some 2011-2012 models may also develop this problem. It&rsquo;s important to replace a bad pump as early as possible before the engine gets damaged by running too hot for too long.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Transmission Problems<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The BMW X5 transmission sends the right amount of engine power to drive the wheels. If one of its many parts breaks down, the SUV becomes much more difficult to drive. A severe transmission problem can activate your vehicle&rsquo;s safe mode, allowing it to run at reduced performance to avoid damaging it any further.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In some units of the 2013 model year, the mechatronic sensor can fail without warning. Without the readings from this sensor, the transmission will run incorrectly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are other known BMW X5 transmission problems. Some 2012 X5 units can develop vibrations when their transfer case wears out. Similarly, several 2006 X5s can slip between gears&ndash;without warning&ndash;while driving at low speeds. Fixing these transmission issues can prove expensive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Overall, the BMW X5&rsquo;s reliability isn&rsquo;t the best. However, you can manage the various issues with maintenance and careful driving.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-4-3 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Transfer case rebuild BMW x5\" width=\"500\" height=\"375\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/FbZmmOphYw0?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>While the BMW X5 requires more upkeep than a typical crossover SUV, you can still get a lot of enjoyment and excellent performance out of it. Read up on the most common BMW X5 problems for the model year you plan to get in order to get a better idea of its cost of ownership. Knowing the issues your X5 may develop will also help you prevent costly repairs down the road.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n<\/body><\/html>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p><span class=\"span-reading-time rt-reading-time\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\">Reading Time: <\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\"> 4<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">minutes<\/span><\/span>Emphasizing sportiness while delivering enough utilitarian capability, the BMW X5 is always a good choice if you want a relatively&#8230; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/bmw-x5-reliability-and-common-problems\/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Read More<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":44313,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_genesis_hide_title":false,"_genesis_hide_breadcrumbs":false,"_genesis_hide_singular_image":false,"_genesis_hide_footer_widgets":false,"_genesis_custom_body_class":"","_genesis_custom_post_class":"","_genesis_layout":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[3857,2905],"tags":[1664],"ppma_author":[2607,3269],"class_list":{"0":"post-44297","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-bmw","8":"category-vehicle-reliability","9":"tag-bmw-x5","10":"entry"},"acf":{"adrotate_specific_mobile_ad":"","adrotate_specific_desktop_ad":""},"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.4 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>BMW X5 Reliability and Common Problems - In The Garage with CarParts.com<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"While the BMW X5 is generally a reliable crossover SUV, problems can crop up as its mileage accumulates. 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