2001 BMW X5 Problems and Repair Histories
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2001 BMW X5s for which no problems have been reported are not displayed. So the 2001 BMW X5 problems and repair histories you see here should not be used to infer car problem frequency.
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BMW X5 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 | |
| 2001 | BMW X5 | 12 X5s, 9.2 months of data per X5, average 102100 miles Small sample size. Join or 12 X5s, 9.2 months of data per X5, average 102100 miles Small sample size. sign in to view |
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2001 BMW X5
Engine not specified
| BMW X5 in Massachusetts, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2011 | 98000 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2011 | 100000 | 2000 | Transmission replaced |
| BMW X5 in Utah, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2009 | 107000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2009 | 107000 | 1200 | Catalytic converter valley pan gasket plugs, 1 coil Needed some vertical links on the suspension when sold. |
| BMW X5 in Iowa, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2011 | 135000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2011 | 136000 | 179 | I replaced the liquid cooled alternator with one purchased from www.amazon.com |
2001 BMW X5 4dr SUV
282-horsepower 4.4L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| BMW X5 in Connecticut, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2010 | 76000 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2011 | 82000 | 900 | Radiator developed a hole, repair stop (used car dealer vehicle was purchased from) replaced radiator with new BMW part. |
| Jul | 2011 | 84000 | 300 | Driver's door lock mechanism broke. Could open from inside car, but not from outside. |
| Sep | 2011 | 87000 | 3200 | Auto transmission failed. Slipped out of gear and then "jammed" back in continously. Sensor replaced, no effect. Transmission replaced with a rebuilt. |
| Apr | 2012 | 93000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| BMW X5 in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2011 | 70000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2011 | 73000 | 500 | engine oil leak |
| Apr | 2012 | 75000 | 900 | radiator had to be replaced due to a leak |
| Sep | 2012 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| BMW X5 in Oregon, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2012 | 148000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2012 | 149000 | 112 | Replaced driver side front CV axle. |
| Jun | 2012 | 153000 | 364 | Replaced radiator. Replaced valve cover gaskets and crankcase vent. Replaced cam position sensors (2) |
| Aug | 2012 | 153000 | 215 | Replaced MAF a second time. |
| BMW X5 in Pennsylvania, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2012 | 72000 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2012 | 72000 | 15 | A/C needed recharged...works great now Air Suspension Fail |
| BMW X5 in Idaho, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2008 | 46000 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2012 | 56000 | 2000 | o2 sensor fail, plus change all fluids, new front brake pads and rotors |
| Mar | 2013 | 57000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| BMW X5 in Illinois, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2012 | 132000 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2012 | 133000 | 1100 | Alternator amperage failure caused onboard computer to shut down ALL systems and created a massive simultaneous FAIL while driving at highway speed on freeway. Dangerous! After towing to a BMW-certified shop, system was diagnosed. |
| Mar | 2013 | 142000 | 766 | High pressure power steering hose near failure, all steering hoses replaced. |
| BMW X5 in South Carolina, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2010 | 131000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2010 | 133000 | 108 | Broke driver's door handle. |
| Jan | 2011 | 134000 | 166 | Rear windshield wiper assembly. Broke linkage arm. The OE were plastic and when we had the snow/ice here a week or so ago it froze to the rear windshield then when turning it on snapped like a twig. Had to replace coolant expansion tank. Had a crack in it on the seam. |
| Dec | 2011 | 149000 | 700 | Replaced Rear Air Bag Suspension. Replaced Battery and a coil pack. |
2001 BMW X5 4dr SUV
225-horsepower 3.0L I6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| BMW X5 in Wisconsin, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2011 | 126000 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2012 | 139000 | 200 | caliper piston boot damaged and replaced. wheel bearing making noise noise in steering column, told it may be the joint between column and steering linkage |
| Sep | 2012 | 140000 | 180 | Check engine light, needed new camshaft sensor |
| Oct | 2012 | 141000 | 500 | L wheel bearing replaced Oil leak from engine |
| Dec | 2012 | 142000 | 300 | L wheel bearing replaced Needed new battery |
| Jan | 2013 | 142000 | 0 | something not right with the suspension |
| BMW X5 in Oregon, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2009 | 95000 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2009 | 99000 | 2559 | New plastic kit (hose connectors, expansion tank, ect.), new radiator, new water pump, new thermostat. Replace left bank cam position sensor. Water Pump Replaced |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| BMW X5 in New York, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2012 | 111000 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2012 | 112000 | 3116 | NAV System replacement Engine Belts Cracked Power Steering Pressure Pipe Leaking Front Lower Control Arms - Left and Right Rear Upper Control Arms - Left and Right Front Guide Joints and Thrust Arm Bushings - Left and Right Intake Camshaft Position Sensor Oil Filter Housing Gasket Leaking |
| BMW X5 in Malawi | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2012 | 84940 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2013 | 87400 | 0 | Discovered that check engine light comes on when you start the car while the foot is pressed on the brake pedal. Call it a false alarm but it unfortunately does not come off until you restart without the foot on the brake. anyone with same? |
| Mar | 2013 | 88040 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| BMW X5 in Georgia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2013 | 86000 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2013 | 86000 | 2000 | idle electric sensor |
| BMW X5 in Jamaica | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2011 | 37820 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2011 | 39060 | 0 | Cylinder head need refurbish; head gasket replaced. Car still cannot start. Update in October: car is still in shop awaiting the correct head gasket. |
| Apr | 2013 | 42780 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| BMW X5 in New Jersey, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2011 | 157000 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2011 | 158000 | 700 | broken rear sawy bar link...replaced control arms, control rods, and lower control arm bushings. |
| Oct | 2011 | 158000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| BMW X5 in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2009 | 92000 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2009 | 93000 | 900 | I noticed an oil leak and had the hoses replaced. Leaks were still present after a week or so and was told this leak was from a different area that needs to be repaired and was charged mostly for labor the second time. |
| Feb | 2010 | 102500 | 1141 | front and rear brake pads and rotors replaced |
| Aug | 2010 | 108000 | 66 | TAILGATE LATCH ADJUSTED TO REDUCE RATTLE IN TAILGATE |
| Oct | 2012 | 133000 | 5000 | replaced transmission and replaced oil pan gasket |
| Dec | 2012 | 135000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2001 BMW X5 4dr SUV
225-horsepower 3.0L I6 5-speed manual AWD
| BMW X5 in Washington, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2010 | 86000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2011 | 97000 | 700 | Steering system leaks. All hoses and related components replaced. |
| Mar | 2013 | 109000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| BMW X5 in North Carolina, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2008 | 67000 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2009 | 70000 | 100 | Front Driver side turn signal relay harness and socket was replaced, including a new turn signal bulb. |
| Jul | 2012 | 84000 | 150 | cam sensor, exhaust side, code 12 on a very fancy Launch brand diagnostic tool...replaced sensor. Code cleared, runs fine now. |
| Mar | 2013 | 85000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2001 BMW X5 4-door
8-cylinder automatic AWD
| BMW in Illinois, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2009 | 109000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2009 | 110000 | 2000 | Long story short, I had to pay 2k on repairs that my dealer said they fixed while the car was still under warranty. They didn't do anything. I had a coolant leak and valve cover issues. |
| Nov | 2012 | 146300 | 1600 | I had a coolant leak, i had to repair all hoses in the back of the engine... |
| Dec | 2012 | 147000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2001 BMW X5 4-door
8-cylinder automatic 2WD
| BMW in Great Britain | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2008 | 110000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2009 | 111000 | 900 | 2 brushes needed replacement. |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
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