TAKATA RECALL - I RECEIVED THE FIRST RECALL LETTER 11 MONTHS AGO FOR THE DRIVER SIDE AIRBAG AND THE 2ND RECALL FOR THE PASSENGER SIDE IN MAY OF 2016. I AM STILL BEING TOLD THERE IS NO RESOLUTION AS OF YET.THIS PROBLEM HAS GONE ON WAY TO LONG AND MY SAFETY IS AT RISK. I AM UNABLE…

12/30/2016 · NHTSA ODI #10938800.0

2011 X5 · airbags

TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 BMW X5. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V364000 (AIR BAGS). THE DEALER INDICATED THAT THEY REPLACED THE PARTS WITH THE SAME PART AS AN INTERIM REPAIR FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V071000 (AIR BAGS). THE…

12/29/2016 · NHTSA ODI #10938585.0

2011 X5 · airbags

TAKATA RECALL - IT'S BEEN A YEAR AND STILL BMW SAYS IT DOES NOT HAVE PARTS TO FIX THE PROBLEM.

12/29/2016 · NHTSA ODI #10938599.0

2011 X5 · other

IN-TANK FUEL PUMP. BMW HAS NOT SCHEDULED A SERVICE APPOINTMENT TO RESOLVE ISSUE. RECALL CAMPAIGN NO. 16V-746 , THEY CLAIM NO PARTS ARE AVAILABLE.

12/29/2016 · NHTSA ODI #10938606.0

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severe NHTSA 23V707000 20/10/2023

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2010-2012 1 Series Coupe, 1 Series Convertible, 3 Series Sedan, 3 Series Convertible, 2010-2011 3 Series Sportswagon, 3 Series Coupe, 5 Series Sedan, X3 xDrive 28i, X3 xDrive 30i, X5 xDrive30i, and Z4 sDrive30i vehicles

Loose or broken VANOS unit bolts can result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will replace the four VANOS bolts, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk are expected to be mailed December 18, 2023. Owner notification letters were mailed June 19, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Common questions

Is the 2011 BMW X5 reliable?

Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 7.0 out of 10 based on 306 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2011 BMW X5 is generally a sound vehicle. The areas to watch are listed in the top problem section above — most are budget items, not deal-breakers.

What's the most common problem on the 2011 BMW X5?

Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is engine, with 90 complaints filed. Average repair cost runs about $3,100 at an independent shop.

What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?

The engine is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $3,100 at an independent shop. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.

How do I check if my BMW X5 has open recalls?

Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.

Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2011 BMW X5?

Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 306 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $3,100, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans aren't always better value.

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