2009 BMW X5 Problems: 3 Known Issues

2009 BMW X5 Problems: 3 Known Issues | Au7o

NHTSA Recalls22 recalls

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2007-2013 X5 xDrive30i, X5 xDrive35i, X5 xDrive48i, X5 xDrive50i and X5 M vehicles, 2008-2014 X6 xDrive35i, X6 xDrive50i and X6 M vehicles, 2009-2013 X5 xDrive35d vehicles and 2010-2011 X6 ActiveHybrid vehicles. These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules used as original equipment or replacement equipment. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger frontal air bag, these inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling.

Campaign #19V01700014/01/2019

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2011-2012 BMW 550i, 550i xDrive, 550i Gran Turismo, 550i Gran Turismo xDrive, 750i, 750Li, 750i xDrive, 750Li xDrive, 760Li, X5 xDrive50i, X5 M, X6 xDrive50i, X6 M, ActiveHybrid7, MINI Cooper S Convertible, John Cooper Works (JCW) Convertible, Cooper S Countryman, Cooper S Countryman ALL4, Cooper S, JCW, Cooper S Clubman, JCW Clubman, Cooper S Roadster, JCW Roadster, Cooper S Coupe, JCW Coupe and Rolls-Royce Ghost, 2011 BMW X6 Hybrid and 2012 BMW 650i Coupe, 650i xDrive Coupe, 650i Convertible and 650i xDrive Convertible vehicles. The electric auxiliary water pump may fail and cause the circuit board to overheat.

Campaign #18V24800018/04/2018

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2009-2012 X5 xDrive35d, 2008-2012 X6 xDrive35i, X6 xDrive50i and X6 M, 2007-2012 X5 30si, X5 xDrive30i, X5 xDrive35i, X5 48i, X5 xDrive48i, X5 xDrive50i and X5 M and 2010-2011 X6 ActiveHybrid vehicles equipped with non-desiccated, passenger frontal air bag inflators containing phase stabilized ammonium nitrate (PSPI-2) propellant that were used as interim remedy parts for previous Takata recalls. These inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, high temperatures, and high temperature cycling.

Campaign #20V01600015/01/2020

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2008-2013 128i and 135i Convertibles, 128i, 135i, and M Coupes, 2007-2010 X3 30si and X3 xDrive30i, 2013-2015 X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i and X1 xDrive35i, 2007-2013 328i, 328i xDrive, 335i, 335is, 335i xDrive and M3 Coupes, 2006-2011 328i, 328xi, 328i xDrive, 325i, 325xi, 330i, 330xi, 335i, 335xi, 335i xDrive and M3, 2009-2011 335D, 2006-2012 325xi, 328i, 328xi and 328i xDrive, 2010-2011 X6 ActiveHybrid, 2007-2013 328i, 335i, 335is, M3 Coupes, X5 30si, X5 xDrive30i, X5 xDrive35i, X5 48i, X5 xDrive48i, X5 xDrive50i and X5 M, 2009-2013 X5 xDrive35d and 2008-2014 X6 xDrive35i, X6 xDrive50i and X6M vehicles equipped with non-desiccated driver frontal air bag inflators containing phase stabilized ammonium nitrate (PSAN) that were used as interim remedy parts for previous Takata recalls. These inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, high temperatures, and high temperature cycling.

Campaign #20V01700015/01/2020

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2009-2013 X5 xDrive 35d diesel vehicles. The engine idler pulley bolt may loosen over time and break.

Campaign #18V33600023/05/2018

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the most common BMW X5 problems?

According to Au7o's analysis of 690+ owner reports, the 2009 BMW X5 has 3 documented issues. The most frequently reported are: E70 Rear Air-Supply Unit: Diagnose the Self-Leveling System First, E70 N62 Coolant Transfer Pipe Leak (Pressure-Test First), E70 ATC700 Transfer-Case Positioning Motor (Diagnosis Required). Of these, 2 are rated critical and should be addressed promptly.

Is the BMW X5 reliable?

The 2009 BMW X5 has 3 known issues documented across 690+ owner reports. 2 issues are rated critical: E70 Rear Air-Supply Unit: Diagnose the Self-Leveling System First and E70 N62 Coolant Transfer Pipe Leak (Pressure-Test First). Prospective buyers should inspect for these issues and factor potential repair costs into their purchase decision. Regular maintenance following the manufacturer's schedule helps prevent many common problems.

How much does it cost to fix common BMW X5 problems?

Repair costs for known BMW X5 issues range from $100 to $3,500, depending on the specific problem and whether you choose DIY or professional repair. The most critical issue, E70 Rear Air-Supply Unit: Diagnose the Self-Leveling System First, typically costs $1,000-$3,000 to repair. Au7o provides step-by-step DIY maintenance guides that can help reduce repair costs.

What is the 2007-2013 BMW X5 E70 Rear Air-Supply Unit: Diagnose the Self-Leveling System First?

An E70 X5 equipped with rear self-leveling suspension can sit low, lean, run the air supply repeatedly, or display a suspension warning when the electronic ride-height system cannot reach its target. The air-supply unit can fail, but the same symptoms can come from a leaking air… Repairs typically run $1,000-$3,000. Severity: high.

What is the 2007-2010 BMW X5 E70 N62 Coolant Transfer Pipe Leak (Pressure-Test First)?

The 4.8-liter N62/N62TU in the early E70 X5 uses coolant transfer pipe 11-14-1-439-975 in the engine block/valley cooling circuit. Coolant loss or residue in the engine V can come from this pipe or its seals, but it can also come from the valley cover, nearby hoses, fittings, wat… Repairs typically run $1,500-$3,500. Severity: high.

What is the 2007-2013 BMW X5 E70 ATC700 Transfer-Case Positioning Motor (Diagnosis Required)?

Some E70 X5 configurations use an ATC700 transfer case with a separate electric positioning motor. A failed motor can contribute to xDrive/DSC warnings or loss of commanded clutch operation, but those symptoms are not proof of a stripped plastic gear and failure is not inevitable… Repairs typically run $100-$3,300. Severity: medium.

2009 BMW X5 Problems: 3 Known Issues

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the most common BMW X5 problems?

Is the BMW X5 reliable?

How much does it cost to fix common BMW X5 problems?

What is the 2007-2013 BMW X5 E70 Rear Air-Supply Unit: Diagnose the Self-Leveling System First?

What is the 2007-2010 BMW X5 E70 N62 Coolant Transfer Pipe Leak (Pressure-Test First)?

What is the 2007-2013 BMW X5 E70 ATC700 Transfer-Case Positioning Motor (Diagnosis Required)?