2002 BMW X5 Problems and Repair Histories
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2002 BMW X5s for which no problems have been reported are not displayed. So the 2002 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 | |
| 2002 | BMW X5 | 12 X5s, 8.3 months of data per X5, average 112700 miles Small sample size. Join or 12 X5s, 8.3 months of data per X5, average 112700 miles Small sample size. sign in to view |
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2002 BMW X5
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| BMW X5 in Montana, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2011 | 100000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2011 | 110000 | 200 | brakes making noise |
| BMW X5 in Saskatchewan, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2011 | 105400 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2011 | 106640 | 400 | Replaced blower motor |
2002 BMW X5 4dr SUV
340-horsepower 4.6L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| BMW X5 in Massachusetts, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2011 | 86000 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2011 | 86000 | 354 | Replaced both front sway-bar links |
2002 BMW X5 4dr SUV
282-horsepower 4.4L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| BMW X5 in New York, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2011 | 72000 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2011 | 73000 | 680 | engine misfire on cylinder 8 so replaced all spark plugs and coil for cylinder 8 was also told that the value cover gasket was leaking did not repair that |
| BMW X5 in Indiana, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2010 | 89000 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2011 | 102500 | 800 | Water pump replacement. Water pump was leaking coolant. Pump cost $118, $360 in labor. Also replaced hoses, belts, and thermostat just because we were in there. |
| Feb | 2012 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| BMW X5 in Virginia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2008 | 53000 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2008 | 54000 | 665 | Cam Shaft Position Sensor replaced - Intake drivers side. Front brake pads and rotors replaced, rear brake pads replaced, brake pad wear sensors replaced, brake fluid flushed and replaced |
| Jan | 2009 | 56000 | 2305 | Front driver's and passenger's side air suspension replaced (Self Leveling Suspension), Replaced emergency brake shoes. Front passenger's side turn signal intermittent operation. Light fixture contact showed sign of intermittent contact with bulb. Cleaned contact and replaced bulb. |
| May | 2009 | 67000 | 210 | Hood latch failed causing alarm to sound intermittently - latch cable and sensor replaced. Glove compartment latch failed closed - latch barrel replaced. |
| Sep | 2011 | 87000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| BMW X5 in Nevada, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2010 | 81000 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2010 | 82000 | 300 | Radiator leak replaced, Preventive maintenance water pump, thermoatat, spark plugs, flushed coolent and replaced, checked plug boots, conections electrical to temp sensors, coolent hoses, vacuum hoses. |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| BMW X5 in Illinois, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2007 | 280 | Upper radiator hose assembly replacement. The upper radiator hose failed at the first 90 degree bend. | |
| Jul | 2007 | 200 | Upper crankcase vent hoses failed. This resulted in 'lean mix' OBD codes. The hoses had to be replaced. | |
| Aug | 2007 | 500 | Coolant expansion tank failure. The plastic coolant expansion tank developed a crack in the upper half. The whole tank is pressurized and eventually cracks somewhere. The tank had to be replaced. | |
| Nov | 2007 | 600 | Driver's side front caliper frozen. Replacement of the brake caliper was necessary. The original caliper boot/seal had slipped out of it's rim and the piston had corroded and seized up. | |
| Dec | 2007 | 495 | Crankcase Vent/Oil Separator froze shut, pressurizing the crankcase. This resulted in failure of the passenger valve cover gasket. Valve cover gasket replacement repair and cleaning of the Oil Separator was done. | |
| Jan | 2008 | 765 | Second time - Crankcase Vent/Oil Separator froze again resulting in failure of the valve cover gasket and loss of engine oil. Valve cover gaskets were replaced. BMW North America offered a "cold weather update" which was an updated oil separator that is | |
| Mar | 2008 | 0 | X-valves on radiator leaked after repair. Shop had to replace them on a separate visit. | |
| Jun | 2008 | 300 | Thrust arm bushings replaced. $60 bushings. $200 repair labor. | |
| Nov | 2010 | 114500 | 0 | Water pump failed unexpectedly. Bearing failed And leaked coolant. |
| Dec | 2010 | 115000 | 1200 | Alternator failed. Battery was also replaced as part of the repair. Alternator is liquid cooled, however it did not seem to make this part live longer. It is more difficult to replace. Entire coolant system must drain. Starter pinion spring was aged and would not disengage during starting resulting in a loud 'zing' noise during starting. The starter was ordered online saving $200, repaired at an Indy for $250. Radiator core leaked. Transcooler thermostat was suspected to be failed. Radiator and trans cooler thermostat replaced and the expansion tank top hose also replaced (it was broken during the repair). |
| Jul | 2011 | 126000 | 600 | Front and rear suspension arms and bushings wore out causing vibration while driving. Window regulator and door handle interior parts broke. Door would not open. 'door carrier' replaced. Window track piece replaced. Electric regulator was still good. |
| Aug | 2011 | 126000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| BMW X5 in Oklahoma, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2009 | 61000 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2009 | 64000 | 0 | Plastic connection on the window regulator broke, performed a temp fix with wire. Will need a new clip. Required a complete removal of door panel aprox. 3 hours labor. More since it was my first time. |
| Jun | 2009 | 67000 | 50 | Need to order new window regulator will install myself. Have not had time due to parents health. |
| Jan | 2010 | 76000 | 500 | Water cooled Alternator went out. Part is being ordered. $1000 from Dealer, or $400-$600 from rebuild supplier. |
| Feb | 2010 | 77000 | 70 | Final Stage Resistor which was causing the battery drain. |
| Mar | 2010 | 78000 | 120 | drivers window regulator |
| Sep | 2010 | 86000 | 40 | HID bulb |
| Nov | 2010 | 87000 | 50 | Right HID headlight would often not light up. The ballast was weak. Ordered a salvage ballast and replaced it myself. |
| Jan | 2011 | 87000 | 90 | Leak on the overflow coolant tank. Seam developed a leak under pressure. Ordered a new tank and replaced it. Job took less than 15 min. may need to replace some hoses in near future. Will wait till spring/summer for that repair. |
| Feb | 2012 | 100000 | 560 | Radiator failed. Replaced water pump and thermostat as preventative along with radiator. |
| Mar | 2012 | 101000 | 600 | Bad cv joint. Replaced both axels with rebuilt units. |
| Jan | 2013 | 110000 | 250 | Strut mount bearing worn. Replaced with new. |
| Mar | 2013 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| BMW X5 in North Carolina, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2002 | 0 | ECM checked fuel tank level sender replaced | |
| Jun | 2010 | 0 | ECm Checked Leak detection pump replaced | |
| Aug | 2010 | 0 | Starter Replaced | |
| BMW X5 in Alberta, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2009 | 89280 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2009 | 89900 | 1500 | oil separator |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| BMW X5 in New Jersey, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2010 | 142000 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2010 | 145000 | 500 | rough ride |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| BMW X5 in Great Britain | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2008 | 86000 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2009 | 89000 | 2500 | Replaced four wishbones, because were slanted outwards. No power from time to time. Replaced turbocharger (diesel). One new piston cover (not sure what its called). (Problem: connected to the problem with the turbo) |
| Mar | 2009 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2002 BMW X5 4dr SUV
225-horsepower 3.0L I6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| BMW X5 in North Carolina, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2012 | 1300 | Gasket replaced oil pan | |
| Sep | 2012 | 125000 | 1403 | Oil pump line, belts 2, belt pulls, transmission line leak |
| Nov | 2012 | 127700 | 340 | Thermostat replacement. $15 for thermostat $300 for stupid plastic carrier in which it sits. |
| Mar | 2013 | 129000 | 1400 | Fuel system including filler throat,gas tank, fuel level and transmitter. |
| BMW X5 in Mississippi, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2012 | 110000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2013 | 121700 | 430 | cooling fan clutch |
| Mar | 2013 | 125000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| BMW X5 in New York, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2009 | 300 | thermostat was sticking closed. thermostat replaced. | |
| Jan | 2011 | 105000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| BMW X5 in Virginia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2012 | 116000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2012 | 116000 | 2385 | Replaced A/C Compressor |
| BMW X5 in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2011 | 117800 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2013 | 138260 | 500 | Had right rear tire repaired for slow leak.Tire technician pointed out the subframe mounts were loose. Purchased 4 new mounts and specialized installation tooling for repair. |
| BMW X5 in South Dakota, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2011 | 86000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2011 | 90000 | 300 | Passenger door handle would not open door. Pass window regulator stopped functioning. |
| Jul | 2011 | 90000 | 148 | "stick-slip" issue with throttle pedal sticking, then jumping rather than going down or up smoothly and linearly. |
| Sep | 2011 | 92000 | 148 | Drivers side window regulator broke. Part replaced. |
| Jan | 2012 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| BMW X5 in Hawaii, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2009 | 61000 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2009 | 66000 | 550 | Left driver side power window regulater needed replacement. Power window stopped working in the open position. |
| Mar | 2013 | 93000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| BMW X5 in Nebraska, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2010 | 53000 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2010 | 55500 | 325 | CV joint boot torn, replaced half axle |
| Jun | 2012 | 76000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| BMW X5 in Georgia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2011 | 176000 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2011 | 177000 | 200 | Crack in coolant tank, leaking coolant. Tanks was replaced. |
| Nov | 2012 | 194700 | 450 | Water pump replacement. |
| Dec | 2012 | 196000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| BMW X5 in Florida, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2010 | 46000 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2011 | 49700 | 52 | Replaced 1 headlight bulb, 2 tail light bulbs. Latter easy to get to. Removable sockets are somewhat temperamental, can be hard to get them to seat correctly. Will eventually have to replace the assembly, the electrical contact parts are getting worn out. |
| Aug | 2011 | 52000 | 120 | Low pressure with the windshield washer fluid. I assumed it was the pump but it turned out I had old washer fluid that had turned to gel. |
| Jul | 2012 | 72000 | 500 | Passenger window stopped working |
| Sep | 2012 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| BMW X5 in Alberta, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2011 | 76260 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2011 | 89900 | 950 | Water pump required replacement |
| Jan | 2012 | 93620 | 550 | The Thermostat was nor working correctly. We replaced the thermostat. |
| Oct | 2012 | 102960 | 1300 | Replaced front axle, cv boots Tie rod ends |
| Jan | 2013 | 107840 | 450 | Replaced other CV Boot Replaced both calipers as one was sticking |
| Mar | 2013 | 110360 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
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