2007 Bmw X5 Sav problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Service Brakes (12) · Engine And Engine Cooling (5) · Power Train (4)
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🛣️ Complaints by mileage
52 NHTSA complaints that reported an odometer reading.
Safety recalls (3)
Engine And Engine Cooling:exhaust System:emission Control:crankcase (Pcv) 2022-03-02 · campaign 22V119000 · 917,106 vehicles
Defect: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2008-2013 1 Series Coupe (128i); 2007-2013 3 Series Coupe (328i, 328xi, 328i xDrive); 2007-2010 X3 SAV (X3 3.0si, X3 xDrive30i); 2008-2013 1 Series Convertible (128i); 2006-2011 3 Series Sedan (325i, 325xi, 328i, 328xi, 328i xDrive, 330i, 330xi); 2006-2012 3 Series Wagon (328i, 328i xDrive); 2007-2013 3 Series Convertible (328i); 2006-2010 5 Series Sedan (525i, 525xi, 528i, 528xi, 530i, 530xi); 2006-2007 5 Series Wagon (530xi); 2007-2010 X5 SA
Risk: An electrical short can cause the PCV valve heater to overheat, increasing the risk of a fire while driving or, soon after driving when parked.
Fix: This recall supersedes and expands previous NHTSA recalls 17V-683 and 19V-273. Dealers will install an electrical wiring harness with fuse protection for the PCV Valve heater in potentially affected vehicles, free of charge. This recall supersedes and expands previous NHTSA recalls 17V-683 and 19V-273. Vehicles previously repaired under the prior recalls will need to come back for the new recall remedy. The remedy is currently being developed. Interim owner notification letters informing ow
Air Bags:frontal:driver Side:inflator Module 2016-02-05 · campaign 16V071000 · 840,000 vehicles
Defect: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2008-2013 128i and 135i coupes and convertibles and 1 Series M coupes, 2006-2011 325i, 325xi, 328i, 328xi, 328i xDrive, 330i, 330xi, 335i, 335xi, 335i xDrive Sedans, 2009-2011 335d sedans, 2006-2012 325xiT, 328i and 328xi sports wagons, 2007-2013 328i, 328xi, 328i xDrive, 335i, 335xi, 335i xDrive, 335is and M3 Coupes and Convertibles, 2013-2015 X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i and X1 xDrive35i SAVs, 2007-2010 X3 xDrive30i SAVs, 2007-2013
Risk: 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.
Fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag module or inflator depending on the vehicle model, free of charge. The recall began March 9, 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Service Brakes 2013-02-07 · campaign 13V045000 · 30,265 vehicles
Defect: BMW is recalling certain model year 2007-2010 X5 SAV vehicles, manufactured September 12, 2006, through March 18, 2010 and equipped with an 8-cylinder engine. The brake vacuum pump may leak a small amount of lubricating oil into the hose. The contamination could result in a loss of power assist braking.
Risk: The loss of power assist in braking could increase stopping distance and lead to a vehicle crash.
Fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake vacuum line with one that contains a check valve, free of charge. The recall began during March 2013. Owners may call BMW at 1-800-525-7417 or email BMW at CustomerRelations@bmwusa.com.
Service bulletins (73)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Electrical System 2026-04-23 · B611026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
while performing a 12-volt battery jump start, disconnect, or replacement, vehicle test, and/or programming procedure- the bmw footwell module (frm) may become unresponsive. as a result, one or more of the following vehicle electric system-related issues may occur: headlights including the high beam
Visibility:power Window Devices And Controls 2024-01-16 · B510819 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
the basic conditions for initializing the power windows are not met.
Electrical System 2024-01-11 · B611305 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
the electrical system of bmw vehicles has been subject to an ongoing development process over the last few years. this has led to increased demands being placed on the battery. this document covers important information for the dealer on how to handle ã¢ââdischarged batteryã¢ââ complaints.
Equipment Adaptive/Mobility 2020-10-01 · B611305 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
discharged battery energy diagnosis must be performed: the electrical system of bmw vehicles has been subject to an ongoing development process over the last few years. this has led to increased demands being placed on the battery. this document covers important information for the dealer on how to
Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:fuel Pump 2015-07-01 · SIB-01-05-15 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
bmw: tsb contains an owner's notification letter. select document search button below. information provided regarding the extension of limited warranty on the in tank fuel (pump) delivery module of 10 years without mileage limitation, depending on in service date. included document. *pe
Interior Lighting 2015-02-01 · SI B65 04 14 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
bmw:some bmw models may or may not display airbag warning light. *ta
Showing the 6 most recent of 73 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2019-06-14 · Engine · 117,000 mi“my vehicle has the commonly and popularly known weep hole coolant leak. apparently, bmw has had this problem in previous year model cars, dating back to 2002. they have known that this was a flaw in their design. however, there has been no recalls on the repair of this issue, which costs owners thousands of dollars for labor alone for a rather 'ine…”
2018-12-07 · Exterior Lighting · 90,000 mi“i'm getting warning lights on my dash stating my taillights are out. i checked both taillights and the housing that holds the bulbs are melted through. there is an electrical issue that causes the bulbs to overheat possibly resulting in a fire. this happens in park or drive. the taillights will need to be replaced and some type of coding or resiste…”
2018-09-22 · Electrical System · 90,000 mi“instrument panel is nor working properly. unable to set time and date service schedule etc. software in the instrument panel definitely has deflects. cd is not working too. these problems occyrs two years ago and still remain. *tt…”
2017-05-21 · Wheels · 46 mi · 💥 crash“takata recall i was in a serious accident on the interstate going downward on the ramp with my 2007 x5. my tire blew off the rim causing me to lose control and eventually strike the side wall. was wearing seat belt during accident,seat belt did not restrain me and head hit windshield. debris from airbag in steering wheel cut me in various places. …”
2017-04-26 · Vehicle Speed Control · 100,921 mi“vehicle keeps stalling and accelerating shuts off in the middle of the road while driving mainly in the city i could b turning or driving straight and shuts off and takes awhile to restart...electrical wiring keeps shorting out sunroof shorts out and tail light keeps burning out...i took it to dealer paid $5000 and same problem continues to occur…”
2017-03-19 · Service Brakes · 101,000 mi“vehicle experiences dsc and awd and 4x4 malfunction while driving. when the error occurs with gas pedal depressed, car will hesitate by going into neutral and jumping back into drive accompanied by engine revving up to above 3000 rpm. when the error occurs and the gas is not depressed, car will go into neutral and coast, until i engage the transmis…”
2017-03-10 · Fuel/Propulsion System · 95,000 mi“received recall later back in december 2016. contacted stevens creek bmw in san jose, ca multiple times but only received voicemail service. let numerous voice message to call back, but never received a call back once. ever since, i have not been able to schedule an appointment for the recall. private garage has told me the in-tank fuel pump nee…”
2016-09-26 · Air Bags“takata recall. contact has received three letters from manufacturer advising to contact dealer for an interim repair of the air bag inflator failure. dealer was unaware of recall campaign no. 16v-071. dealer says parts not available and cannot be ordered. dealer says repair kit is issued specific to vin and there is nothing to do but wait. par…”
2016-03-31 · Air Bags“tl* takata recall. the contact owns a 2007 bmw x5 sav. the contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 16v071000 (air bags) and the dealer indicated that the parts might not become available for approximately six months to a year. the dealer indicated that the manufacturer was only supplying 100 parts per month. the manufacturer was con…”
2016-01-08 · Suspension:front:springs:coil Springs · 94,000 mi“tl* the contact owns a 2007 bmw x5. while driving 40 mph making a left turn, the engine stalled and the check engine warning indicator illuminated. the vehicle was able to restart. the failure recurred several times. the vehicle was towed to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the coil springs needed to be replaced. the manufacturer was not made a…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.