2008 BMW X5 owner complaints

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 BMW x5. While driving over 40 MPH, an abnormal loud noise could be heard from underneath the vehicle. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the driveshaft joints were worn out. The vehicle was not repaired. The VIN was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 16v311000 (power train). The manufacturer was notified. The failure mileage was 132,000.

Seat Calibration; Airbag/Seat Belt Tensioner, level control system malfunction etc

When engine is cold, car will not shift into reverse. It must be shifted into drive before it will shift into reverse. The first time this happened was in august-september 2007. The gear shift was replaced by the dealer. It happened again in october or november, 2008. The dealer downloaded all the software related to gear shifting and re-loaded it. The shift worked about one month until it happened again. As soon as I can get the car back to the dealer, they will have a third opportunity to fix the same problem. *tr

The 2008 BMW x5 3.0i has major transmission issues which severely affects the throttle response time and gears slips occasionally. While driving on high way vehicle will not respond to gas paddle and gears slip and make metal noises. Also when vehicle starts from a stop, gears slip and it moves the vehicle backward as if it is in reverse 'r' gear and you have to hit brakes then it will move forward with a severe jerk. Similar gear slipping happens while stopping the vehicle. The hesitation and gear slip are big safety issue as vehicle will not move fast enough as needed (while merging on highway ramp or changing lanes) and could get in to a side or rear collision. Similarly when starting from stop the sudden backward movement could result in crash with vehicle moving behind. The dealer sai

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 BMW x5. The contact stated that the air conditioner failed to function while attempting to be used. Also, while driving approximately 55 MPH, smoke appeared under the hood of the vehicle. The contact coasted the vehicle to the side of the road. The vehicle was towed to bimmer car care (2017 wabash ave, chicago, il 60616) where it was diagnosed that the blower fan needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The approximate failure mileage was 110,000.

The x5 displayed a digital message on the dash front panel stating: "left brake light malfunction". I removed the panel where the back tail lights are located and found that the driver's brake light plastic carrier, where the bulb sits, was burnt brown, melted and cracked open. I then proceeded to check the passenger side and to my surprise, I found that the same exact circumstance had happened. I believe the bulb is too hot and too close to the plastic carrier, causing the melting. In my opinion, on top of maybe causing an accident due the malfunction of the brake lights, it is an electrical issue, that in the worst case scenario can cause a fire. I believe this matter should be investigated by the agency. I called BMW ag, manufacturers and they replied that they don't have a recall for t

On 12/10/2022 I was driving to work and my BMW started smelling of like electrical fire. I pulled over on a exit in Sweetwater, TN and upon exiting the vehicle I noticed flames under the hood of the car. The car was on fire somewhere in the engine. A passerbuyer stopped and called 911 for me Christianburg, TN fire Dept. done the report. But BMW has a recall on this vehicle for over 1yr with no remedy to fix knowing the car can catch on fire. Luckily I was not injured but I suffered a total loss from my vehicle. Engine and engine cooling: exhaust system: emission control: crankcase (pcv) NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID: 22V119000 Report Date: Mar 02, 2022 Consequence: An electrical short can cause the PCV valve heater to overheat, increasing the risk of a fire while driving or, soon after driving when

The first occurrence was november 15 2015. The shut down happens intermittently without warning. After sitting 24 hours, the vehicle reboots and will start - it is then good for 7 days until it happens again. Several repair shops have diagnosed, but cannot identify/duplicate problem. Battery replaced, but did not remedy issue. First occurrence, vehicle was at complete stop - various messages on nav screen (warnings: transmission malfunction, warned if vehicle is turned off, will not start again); on dash all lights were illuminated. Turned vehicle off, did not start again, as noted on nav screen. Next day, started with no problem. Towed to shop, but could not duplicate. Drove one week, then park brake came on. Next day, same alerts-this time while driving. Did not restart after turning of

Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2008 BMW x5 .the contact received NHTSA campaign number: 16v364000 (air bags) and 16v746000 (fuel system, gasoline) however, the parts to do the repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not notified of the issue. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 BMW x5. The contact stated that the passenger's side air bag warning light was illuminated. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer for diagnostic testing where the dealer stated that the air bag sensor was defective and needed to be replaced. The dealer had to order the air bag sensor. There months later, the dealer still did not have the part available to complete the air bag repair. The failure mileage was 52,000.

Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2008 BMW x5. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign numbers: 16v071000 (air bags), 16v364000 (air bags) and 16v746000 (fuel system, gasoline) and stated that the parts needed for the repairs were not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Part distribution disconnect and VIN tool confirms part not available.

There has been a recall on the driver side air bag since 2/5/2016 and the passenger's side air bag since 5/25/2016. When I contact BMW they have no information on when this will be repaired, and I am now reluctant to drive the car.

High pressure fuel pump keeps failing. Loss of power. *tr

Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2008 BMW x5. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 16v364000 (air bags) however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available. Updated 02/21/17*lj the consumer also referenced a fuel tank recall.

High pressure fuel pump went out on me on the highway. The car stopped real fast (not to a completion), could have caused a major accident. Thankfully nobody was behind me. *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 BMW x5. The contact stated that a warning light on the instrument panel indicated the rear drivers side brake light had malfunctioned. After removing the brake light assembly it was discovered that the bulb housing had melted and was damaged. The vehicle was taken to the local BMW dealer BMW of henderson, 261 auto mall dr. Henderson, nv. Who diagnosed that the entire brake light assembly would need to be replaced. The cause of the failure was not determined. The contact was also informed that the rear passenger side brake light that also experienced the same failure. The manufacturer was notified of the failures but no assistance was offered. The failure mileage was 98,000.

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 BMW x5. The contact stated that the rear driver's side brake light malfunctioned. The bulb holder had turned black and was slightly melted. The vehicle was taken to the dealer but was not inspected. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The approximate failure mileage was 52,200.

Tl- the contact owns a 2008 BMW 535. The contact was driving 60 MPH when the vehicle overheated and stalled. The vehicle was towed to the dealer for diagnostic testing where the dealer advised the contact that the electrical water pump and thermostat malfunctioned and needed to be replaced. There were no recalls for the failure of the vehicle. The failure mileage was 59,500. Kmj

Open recall since March of 2022, no remedy yet still available