"INCORRECT TIRE AND LOADING INFORMATION LABEL. Five (5) vehicles were produced with an incorrect Tire and Loading Information label. The label may not reflect the proper ""Cold Tire Pressure"" specifications for the vehicle. AFFECTED VEHICLES Only the vehicles listed below are affected by this action: VINsMYModelCurrent Address State5UXKR0C5XF0K588942015X5 xDrive35iNew Jersey5UXKR0C57F0K588982015X5 xDrive35iFlorida5UXKR0C54F0K589072015X5 xDrive35iMassachusetts5UXKR0C58F0K589092015X5 xDrive35iNew York5UXKR0C5XF0K589132015X5 xDrive35iVirginia"
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗2017 BMW X5 tires problems
moderate Owners of the 2017 BMW X5 have filed 3 NHTSA complaints about the tires at roughly $150 to repair (U.S. federal records, as of July 2026). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. See tires across all vehicles →
Complaints
3
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$150
| Model year | tires complaints |
|---|---|
| 2017 X5 (this page) | 3 |
| 2018 X5 | 3 |
When does it fail?
Of the 3 tires complaints filed for the 2017 BMW X5, here's the actual mileage breakdown — failures cluster heaviest at 0-25,000 mi.
0-25k
25-50k
50-75k
75-100k
100-125k
125-150k
150k+
Each bar shows the share of total complaints filed at that mileage range. Peak failure window highlighted. Some owners report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 miles symptom-free. Maintenance habits and driving conditions shift the curve as much as mileage alone.
What stands out
Among the 6 model years of BMW X5 in our records for tires problems, this one ranks #3 by owner-complaint volume.
No new NHTSA tires complaint has been filed on this vehicle in over 6 years — the issue may be aging out of the active population.
Is there a fix? Manufacturer service bulletins
The manufacturer has issued service bulletins covering tires on this vehicle — documented repair instructions, service campaigns, or warranty extensions sent to dealers. A TSB isn't a recall (it's not a free safety remedy), but it's the manufacturer acknowledging the issue and how to fix it.
SI B36 01 15 February 2016 Wheel and Tires Technical Service This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI 36 01 15 dated October 2015. designates changes to this revision SUBJECT Check Control Message: Tire Pressure Monitor (RDCi) Failure. A Check Control Message states Tire Pressure Monitor (RDCi) has failed CAUSE Hardware in the remote control unit (FBD3 antenna)
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications. Bring the bulletin number to your dealer or shop.
What owners are reporting 2 most recent
Tl* the contact's son owns a 2017 BMW x5 equipped with pirelli scorpion verde all season tires, size: 255/50r19 107w (na). While driving 60 MPH, the vehicle shook violently. The driver veered to the shoulder of the road where the contact noticed the tread separated from the rear tires. The vehicle was taken to a collision center where it was diagnosed that the tread separated from the tires. Both…
Tl* the contact owns a 2017 BMW x5 equipped with dunlop run flat tires, tire line: sport maxx sp, tire size: 315/35/r20, DOT number: (unknown). The contact stated that on the day the vehicle was purchased, the vehicle was taken back to the dealer due to low tire pressure on the passenger's side rear tire. The contact stated that while driving approximately 15 MPH, the passenger's side rear tire…
Had tires trouble with your 2017 BMW X5?
File a complaint with NHTSA → It's free, official, and how every report above got here — owner filings are the federal safety record this page is built on.
Common questions
How serious is the tires problem on the 2017 BMW X5?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 3 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $150 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the tires typically fail?
Based on the 3 complaints filed, tires issues most often appear around 22,000 miles. Some report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 with no symptoms. Maintenance habits matter — vehicles that received timely fluid services and were not regularly overworked tend to last longer.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $150 for tires repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to tires?
No active recalls currently cover tires issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Related
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2017/BMW/X5.
Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities. Repair cost estimates are
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