BMW X5

This model has recorded recalls in US, CA but none on file for AU — that may mean it wasn't sold there, or simply hasn't had a recall.

United States

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    AIR BAGS:CRITICAL FASTENERSUS

    An air bag that does not deploy properly can increase the risk of injury during a crash.

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    AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULEUS

    An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, resulting in serious injury or death.

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    AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULEUS

    In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

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    AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULEUS

    In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

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    AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATIONUS

    Should the system fail, in the event of a crash, the front passenger air bag would be deactivated, increasing the risk of personal injury.

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    AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULEUS

    An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

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    FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMPUS

    The loose wires may cause the connector to melt, resulting in a fuel leak. Additionally, the fuel pump may stop working, possibly causing an engine stall and increase the risk of a crash.

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    ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CRANKCASE (PCV)US

    An electrical short can cause the parts within the PCV valve to melt, increasing the risk of a fire, even when the vehicle is not in use.

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    AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULEUS

    An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

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    AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULEUS

    An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

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    AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULEUS

    An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

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    AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULEUS

    An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

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    AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULEUS

    An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

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    FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMPUS

    THIS WEAR COULD LEAD TO FUEL PUMP MALFUNCTION AND ENGINE STALLING. ENGINE STALLING COULD CREATE A POTENTIAL FOR A CRASH RESULTING IN INJURY OR DEATH.

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    FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL: PRE-HEATERUS

    THE FUEL FILTER HEATER COULD REMAIN ACTIVATED EVEN WHEN THE IGNITION IS OFF AND LEAD TO A DEAD BATTERY. THE UNIT COULD ALSO OVERHEAT, POSSIBLY LEADING TO A VEHICLE FIRE.

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    FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL: PRE-HEATERUS

    The fuel filter heater could remain activated even when the ignition is off and lead to a dead battery. The unit could also overheat, possibly resulting in a vehicle fire.

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    ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINEUS

    If the idler pulley bolt breaks, the vehicle may unexpectedly lose power-assisted steering, increasing the risk of a crash.

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    EXTERIOR LIGHTINGUS

    THESE VEHICLES DO NOT COMPLY WITH REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 108.

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    VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELDUS

    IN THE CASE OF A ROLLOVER, THE STABILITY OF THE ROOF COULD BE AFFECTED INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURIES.

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    ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OTHER FUEL TYPES:TURBO/SUPERCHARGERUS

    THIS COULD LEAD TO A SMOLDERING OF THE PUMP OR AN ENGINE COMPARTMENT OR VEHICLE FIRE.

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    ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINEUS

    Loose or broken VANOS unit bolts can result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

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    ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGERUS

    If the circuit board were to overheat, it can increase the risk of a fire.

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    EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELSUS

    IMPROPER TIRE INFLATION CAN RESULT IN PREMATURE TIRE FAILURE OR REDUCED VEHICLE HANDLING PERFORMANCE, EITHER OF WHICH CAN INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH.

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    POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFTUS

    If the front universal joint fails, the front wheels would not be driven, affecting vehicle traction. Additionally, continued driving of the vehicle with a broken front universal joint may damage other components. Either condition may increase the risk of a crash.

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    POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFTUS

    If the front universal joint fails, the front wheels would not be driven, affecting vehicle traction. Additionally, continued driving of the vehicle with a broken front universal joint may damage other components. Either condition may increase the risk of a crash.

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    POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONUS

    IF THE DRIVER BELIEVES THAT THE TRANSMISSION IS IN PARK AND DOES NOT USE THE PARKING BRAKE, THE VEHICLE COULD ROLL AWAY AFTER EXITING THE VEHICLE INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH OR INJURY.

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    STEERINGUS

    LEAKING POWER STEERING FLUID CAN SPRAY ONTO HOT EXHAUST PARTS, INCREASING THE RISK OF AN ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE.

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    AIR BAGS:FRONTALUS

    An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, resulting in serious injury or death.

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    AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULEUS

    An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, increasing the risk of injury or death.

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    LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGESUS

    A disengaged child safety lock would allow the rear seat occupant to pull the door handle twice and open the door while the vehicle is parked or in motion, increasing the risk of injury.

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    AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULEUS

    In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator housing could separate from the base plate and result in metal striking the vehicle occupants, potentially resulting in serious injury or death.

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    AIR BAGSUS

    Without a secure connection to the inflator, the HPS air bags may have insufficient inflation during a vehicle crash, increasing the risk of injury.

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    FUEL SYSTEM, DIESELUS

    A melting intake manifold increases the risk of a fire.

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    ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:GAS RECIRCULATION VALVE (EGR VALVE)US

    The melting intake manifold can increase the risk of a fire.

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    FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMPUS

    Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.

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    SEATSUS

    In the event of a crash, the seat belt attachment could break and fail to restrain a seat occupant, increasing the risk of injury.

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    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRINGUS

    If the vehicle unexpectedly shifts to neutral, there would be an increased risk of a crash.

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    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:CONNECTORS/PLUGS/RECEPTACLESUS

    An electrical short increases the risk of a fire.

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    EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELSUS

    The incorrect tire size on the label does not comply with FMVSS number 110.

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    AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULEUS

    If the inflator cannot vent properly, the inflator may rupture, resulting in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants and causing serious injury or death.

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    SUSPENSIONUS

    Loose bolts can affect the performance of the suspension, thereby increasing the risk of a crash.

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    SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARMUS

    If the lower control arm breaks, vehicle handling and control can be affected, increasing the risk of a crash.

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    EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICALUS

    An electrical shock or a fire can increase the risk of injury or death.

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    ENGINEUS

    A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.

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    WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDSUS

    Loose bolts may allow a wheel to detach from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

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    SEATSUS

    The improperly tightened bolts can increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.

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    ELECTRICAL SYSTEMUS

    If the BDC short circuits, other nearby components may also overheat, increasing the risk of a fire.

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    EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELSUS

    Without a label that shows the proper restraint usage guidelines, the occupants may have an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.

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    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANELUS

    An air bag that does not deploy properly can increase the risk of injury in a crash.

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    ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM):SOFTWAREUS

    A starter motor that overheats can ignite nearby combustible material in the engine compartment, increasing the risk of a fire.

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    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLYUS

    An overheated starter motor can ignite nearby combustible material in the engine compartment, increasing the risk of a fire.

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    STEERING:COLUMNUS

    A loose bearing plate can affect the vehicle's handling and control, increasing the risk of a crash.

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    BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERAUS

    The lack of an image in the back-up camera display increases the risk of a crash.

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    SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:HYDRAULICUS

    A loss of ABS and a reduction in braking assistance can increase the risk of a crash.

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    BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWAREUS

    If the driver relies on only the rearview camera image, the missing or reduced rearview image view can increase the risk of a crash or injury.

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    VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLYUS

    A sunroof that closes without the key fob present inside the vehicle can increase the risk of injury.

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    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLYUS

    An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.

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    STEERING:RACK AND PINION:RACKUS

    A loss of steering control increases risk of a crash.

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    EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTSUS

    Oncoming drivers may be confused by the blue light of approaching vehicles, which could potentially increase the risk of a crash.

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    SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARMUS

    If the weld between the front axle support and the right front control arm bearing bracket separates, vehicle handling and control may be affected, increasing the risk of a crash.

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    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERYUS

    The debris could result in a short-circuit, increasing the risk of fire or injury.

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    SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY:HEAD RESTRAINTUS

    In the event of a crash, the head restraints could detach, and increase the risk of injury.

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    STEERING:COLUMNUS

    A loose steering column shaft universal joint connection can affect vehicle handling and control, increasing the risk of a crash.

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    SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:CRITICAL FASTENERSUS

    A loose brake disc could affect vehicle handling and control, and increase the risk of a crash.

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    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERYUS

    Increased electrical resistance can increase the risk of a fire.

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    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERYUS

    A short-circuited hybrid battery may increase the risk of a fire.

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    TIRESUS

    A rapid loss of tire pressure while the vehicle is moving can affect vehicle handling and control, increasing the risk of a crash.

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    SEATS:CRITICAL FASTENERSUS

    A loose driver's seat backrest may not properly restrain the occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

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    VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELDUS

    An electrical short-circuit increases the risk of a fire.

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    POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)US

    Transmission oil that leaks into the control unit can lead to a seizure of the transmission gears, causing a sudden loss of drive power and increasing the risk of a crash.

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    SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY:HEAD RESTRAINTUS

    A head restraint without a locking tab may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

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    AIR BAGSUS

    An air bag that does not deploy as intended can increase the risk of injury in a crash.

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    AIR BAGS:KNEE BOLSTERUS

    A knee air bag that does not deploy as intended increases the risk of injury.

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    STRUCTURE:INTERIOR PANELS:DASHBOARDUS

    Instrument panel separation during air bag deployment can result in pieces of the panel striking occupants. Improper air bag deployment may not restrain an occupant as intended during a crash. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of injury.

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    SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:ELECTRIC:CONTROL MODULEUS

    A loss of power brake assist can extend the distance required to stop the vehicle. Additionally, malfunctioning ABS and/or DSC systems can cause a loss of vehicle control. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.

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    ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC):CONTROL MODULEUS

    A loss of brake power assist or rear brake function can result in extended stopping distance. A loss of ABS or DSC can cause a loss of vehicle handling and control. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.

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    SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:ELECTRIC:CONTROL MODULEUS

    A loss of power brake assist can extend the distance required to stop the vehicle. Additionally, malfunctioning ABS and/or DSC systems can cause a loss of vehicle control. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.

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    EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELSUS

    Incorrect tire information can allow an incorrectly sized tire to be installed or result in improperly inflated tires, increasing the risk of a crash.

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    SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:ELECTRIC:CONTROL MODULEUS

    A loss of power brake assist can extend the distance required to stop the vehicle. Additionally, malfunctioning ABS and/or DSC systems can cause a loss of vehicle control. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.

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    SEAT BELTS:FRONTUS

    A seat belt warning light that does not alert occupants of an unbelted seat belt or an SRS system that deploys improperly can both increase the risk of injury in a crash.

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    VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD:CRITICAL FASTENERSUS

    Water inside electrical components can lead to electronic function failures, such as a loss of headlights, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, an electrical short-circuit may occur, increasing the risk of a fire while parked or driving.

Canada

Australia

No recorded recalls for this model in Australia.