2009 BMW 5-Series Problems and Repair Histories
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2009 BMW 5-Series for which no problems have been reported are not displayed. So the 2009 BMW 5-Series problems and repair histories you see here should not be used to infer car problem frequency.
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BMW 5-Series Reliability through December 31, 2012
General NotesModels and statistics marked with an asterisk (*) have very low sample sizes. These results, visible only to logged-in members, provide only a rough estimate of car reliability.Any result under 20 repair trips per 100 cars is likely a result of the small sample size, and should be expected to increase to 20 or so in future updates.
New models often start out with high repair rates, and then improve as the manufacturer identifies and addresses common problems. MethodologyOnly successfully completed repairs are currently included in the analysis. Routine maintenance, most wear items, recalls, and problems fixed with just a reflash or warning light reset are not included.
| Year | Make/Model | Trips/Year/100 Cars | Compared to all models for the same year | |
| 2009 | BMW 5-Series | 22 5-Series, 8.8 months of data per 5-Series, average 44800 miles Small sample size. Join or 22 5-Series, 8.8 months of data per 5-Series, average 44800 miles Small sample size. sign in to view |
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2009 BMW 5-Series 4dr Wagon
turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| BMW 5-Series in New Jersey, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2008 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2009 | 6000 | 150 | Check engine light came on. Told that the fuel pump registered out of gas. Misfire in cylinder 3. Check engine light came on again. Told again that the fuel pump registered out of gas. Misfire in cylinder 3. Check engine light came on. Fuel pump out of fuel. Cylinder 3 misfire. Replaced fuel injector on cylinder 3 and spark plug. |
| Jan | 2010 | 10000 | 0 | Check engine light came on. Unrelated to filling of gas cap. Reset of computer and a software update rectified the problem. |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2009 BMW 5-Series 4dr Wagon
turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed manual AWD
| BMW 5-Series in Indiana, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2010 | 6000 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2010 | 12700 | 0 | Catalytic converter. |
| Dec | 2010 | 18000 | 0 | High pressure fuel pump (HPFP). Hesitation and long cranks. |
| Mar | 2011 | 22000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2009 BMW 5-Series 4dr Wagon
turbocharged 194hp 3.0L I6 Diesel 6-speed manual RWD
| BMW 5-Series in Great Britain | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2009 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2009 | 2000 | 0 | OBC warning message 'battery disconnected' |
| Feb | 2011 | 18000 | 0 | power steering failure. leak in fluid pipe causing no power assistance. |
| Mar | 2013 | 30000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2009 BMW 5-Series 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| BMW 5-Series in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2011 | 21000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2011 | 22000 | 0 | satellite not working; it was replaced under original warranty, software updated, and has been working since. |
| Jun | 2012 | 39000 | 0 | Sunroof cover would not retract (open) simultaneously with opening of sunroof. |
| Sep | 2012 | 41000 | 700 | Carbon build-up. Bent rims, tire pressure sensor broken. |
| Mar | 2013 | 49000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| BMW 5-Series in Washington, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2012 | 43000 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2012 | 45000 | 0 | Fuel injectors malfunctioned Brake pad replacement |
| Jan | 2013 | 49000 | 0 | Water Pump malfunctioned Oil Filter gasket leak |
| BMW 5-Series in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2011 | 28000 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2012 | 36300 | 0 | Heard a squeaking sound. dealer replaces brake pads for free since it was under the 0$ warranty. |
| Nov | 2012 | 38700 | 0 | the Fuel pressure sensor had stopped working. When we start the car, it would stall as soon as we try to drive it. |
| Dec | 2012 | 39000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2009 BMW 5-Series 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| BMW 5-Series in Massachusetts, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2010 | 55000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2010 | 58000 | 600 | Flickering idrive video. BMW took 3 hours to figure out which fuse it was and changed a fuse and a cable. Charged $600+ |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| BMW 5-Series in Washington, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2010 | 7000 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2011 | 14000 | 0 | Low pressure fuel sensor, high pressure fuel pump, injectors. Just about week prior to my appointment for the recall, exhibited a rough idle during morning start-ups. This had never happened in the past. |
| Mar | 2012 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| BMW 5-Series in New York, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2009 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2010 | 18000 | 0 | L/F Output Shaft Seal failed and was leaking. Seal Replaced under Warranty. This is a 535XI (AWD) sedan. |
| Aug | 2010 | 23500 | 0 | Rough running engine, clearly mis-firing; tail pipe very dirty. F/C 29CF. Update programming and replace #5 spark plug. |
| Feb | 2013 | 75000 | 505 | Service Engine light came on. Error Code 29F3, low pressure fuel sensor failure. Sensor replaced. |
| Mar | 2013 | 76000 | 135 | Engine Icon illuminated again at 75.345 miles. Dealer advised Fault Codes 29E0 & 29E1; fuel lean both banks. Advised "remove intake and decarb cylinders @ $780.00. I refused, solution does not match symptom or fault codes. |
| BMW 5-Series in Ohio, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2009 | 14000 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2009 | 15000 | 0 | While driving on highway, system warned of "engine failure, reduced power". Was able to continue driving 20 miles to dealer. Dealer had to call North American office for solution who said that they had problems with the fuel pump which was replaced. |
| Oct | 2010 | 27000 | 0 | error message from on board cpu said, "awd & dcs control failure. proceed to dealer for repair. |
| Dec | 2010 | 31000 | 0 | 1) left headlamp daytime running light was out. 2) wiper blades were changed out. 3) noise in engine compartment was alternator drive belt tensioner that was replaced. |
| Apr | 2011 | 36000 | 0 | Low battery indication. caused by frequent starts on several short trips each day. with so much power being used, even when car is at rest (engine off), the battery discharges. car must be run on highway periodically to stay charged. |
| Jan | 2012 | 45000 | 0 | high current drain indication on battery. dealer replaced part , it was bad. reordered part and returned car. next day low battery indication. dealer recharged battery 2 more times and still no good. finally replaced battery. |
| Jul | 2012 | 51000 | 60 | The OEM "yellowish looking" halogen lamp for the right "angel eye" ring lights went out. I replaced both left nad right with led bright white lamps for $60. (probably would have been $100. just to replace the bulb at the dealer). |
| Aug | 2012 | 52000 | 290 | car overheated, left stranded in intersection for 5 minutes til able to restart. limped 1/2 mile to dealer. water pump bad, also damaging the t-stat. |
| Mar | 2013 | 59000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2009 BMW 5-Series 4dr Sedan
360-horsepower 4.8L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| BMW 5-Series in Massachusetts, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2012 | 21000 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2012 | 26000 | 0 | daytime running light burned out, both were replaced under a service bulletin. systematically burning out early. reprogrammed the electrical system to reduce the voltage to the new bulbs, a process that took 4-5 hours. |
| May | 2013 | 28000 | 50 | Bent front wheel causing slight vibration- covered under wheel, tire warrantee |
2009 BMW 5-Series 4dr Sedan
230-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| BMW 5-Series in United Arab Emirates | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2009 | 0 | Engine is misfiring. The dealer is running the diagnostics. They have not been able to figure out the problem yet. | |
2009 BMW 5-Series 4dr Sedan
230-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| BMW 5-Series in Maryland, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2009 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2011 | 29000 | 0 | 02 sensor replaced after a check engine light illuminated. |
| Dec | 2012 | 55000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| BMW 5-Series in Colorado, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2010 | 17000 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2011 | 30000 | 200 | 12v power outlet socket failure possibly caused by previous owner |
| Jan | 2012 | 45000 | 308 | Battery failing and replaced under warranty after multiple symptoms over past 4 months of low voltage and insufficient retained charge, including completely flat twice. This was original battery. Was charged for day's use of loaner car. Wheel not balancing with RoadForce balance, suspect out of round, possibly tire out of round, not properly rectified, still have vibration. |
| Aug | 2012 | 59500 | 1000 | warped rotors replaced |
| Mar | 2013 | 73000 | 1300 | wheel vibration - not solved by new tires on existing rims, plus balancing and alignment |
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