2004 BMW X5 service bulletins & manufacturer communications
81 manufacturer communications are on file with NHTSA for the 2004 BMW X5. TSBs are repair guidance for dealers — they are not recalls, and repairs are not automatically free.
Technical service bulletin 81
- The basic conditions for initializing the power windows are not met.B510819 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Jan 16, 2024
- 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. Thi…B611305 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jan 11, 2024
- Engine will crank but not start. There is no communication with the integrated fuel module (TFE) whendiagnosing with ISTA. The following two fault codes will be stored in the DME: …B160623 · Technical service bulletin · Fuel System, Gasoline · issued Dec 20, 2023
- Customers may state that the alarm system (DWA) is not active after locking their unoccupied vehicle. Depending on the vehicleâ  s equipment and settings, no acoustic or optical…B653423 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Nov 22, 2023
- Second seat row blocking access to third seat row, program seat modules. Visible stitching on first row sport seat. Third seat row backrest Bowden cable routing and length change.B522319 · Technical service bulletin · Seats · issued Oct 20, 2023
- Various functions of the camera-based driver assistance systems (ADCAM system) can lead to customer complaints.B660523 · Technical service bulletin · Forward Collision Avoidance · issued Oct 19, 2023
- This situation can result in two customer complaints: 1. Wind noise 2. Excess water entryB540421 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Oct 18, 2023
- Vehicle cannot be opened or closed using comfort access, engine start is not possible, and the vehicle may not start when placing the key against the steering column.B662419 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Sep 1, 2022
- Customer is unable to power up or charge accessories through a plug adapter inserted in the front 12-volt power socket plug. Alternatively, it will only operate when constant downw…B610120 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Sep 1, 2022
- The driver's side (left rear) of the 60/40 split 2nd row seat may intermittently not fully latch into position on one side (inner rail).B520419 · Technical service bulletin · Seats · issued Sep 1, 2022
- Coolant is leaking from under the car which is equipped with the S63 engine. A low coolant warning might also be displayed (CC Message ID166).B170222 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Sep 1, 2022
- The fuel gauge may indicate the incorrect fuel level (full and reserve).SIB160222 · Technical service bulletin · Fuel/propulsion System · issued Jul 1, 2022
- Vehicle cannot be opened or closed using comfort access, engine start is not possible, and the vehicle may not start when placing the key against the steering column. Note: Opening…SIB662419 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jun 1, 2022
- A check control message for the restraint system appears. In the Instrument cluster, the red air bag warning light lights up permanently. One of the following fault codes stored in…SIB650222 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jun 1, 2022
- 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 le…B611305 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Oct 1, 2020
- Takata air bag recall-related short-term alternate transportation and consequential repairs this service information bulletin supersedes si b01 31 18 dated october 2018.B013118 · Technical service bulletin · Air Bags · issued Apr 1, 2019
- Takata air bag recall-related short-term alternate transportation and consequential repairs this service information bulletin supersedes si b01 31 18 dated october 2018.B013118 · Technical service bulletin · Air Bags · issued Apr 1, 2019
- Takata class action settlement. Customer support program. Front driver side airbag modules.B011618 · Technical service bulletin · Air Bags · issued Jan 1, 2019
- Radio / Navigation / Head Unit Identification GuideB650916 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Nov 1, 2018
- For the above-referenced vehicles with driver?s side airbag modules, BMW of North America, LLC (?BMW NA?) will provide a Customer Support Program as outlined in the Takata Settleme…B011618 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Oct 1, 2018
- In an effort to improve the completion rate on Takata air bag recall affected vehicles; BMW NA has expanded the BMW Ultimate Rewards platform to include a new Recall Support page. …B080119 · Technical service bulletin · Air Bags · issued Feb 1, 2018
- "REPAIRING TRANSFER CASE ACTUATOR (VTG SERVO-MOTOR). The Anti-lock Brakes (ABS), Brakes and Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) warnings are on and there may also be a ""Drivetrain Mal…B270216 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · issued Aug 1, 2016
- SI B12 08 08 Engine Electrical Systems December 2015 Technical Service This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B12 08 08 dated April 2008. The vehicle's NOx emissions may e…B120808 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Dec 1, 2015
- Bmw:some bmw models may or may not display airbag warning light. *taSI B65 04 14 · Technical service bulletin · Interior Lighting · issued Feb 1, 2015
- Bmw: some vehicles, with 552 option, are experiencing a malfunction of led headlight on one where it flickers on an doff during driving and the control check message is indicating …SIB-63-09-14 · Technical service bulletin · Exterior Lighting · issued Oct 1, 2014
- State Inspection and Emission (I/M) Test Fails Due To an Invalid VIN Number. The customer of an affected vehicle may fail to pass an I/M test due to a non-compliant 17digit vehicle…120913 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Nov 1, 2013
- Bmw: oil leaks from the air hose on turbocharger. This is designated for e70, and e90 models with m57y diesel engines. Service engine soon lamp may be illuminated. *kbSIB-17-02-09 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Sep 1, 2013
- "?Panoramic Sunroof Repair Instructions. INFORMATION Sunroof Repair Instructions: The panoramic sunroof contains several ""mechanism sets"" which can be repaired and/or replaced in…541309 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Jul 1, 2013
- "Panoramic Sunroof Repair Instructions. INFORMATION Sunroof Repair Instructions: The panoramic sunroof contains several ""mechanism sets"" which can be repaired and/or replaced ind…541309 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued May 1, 2013
- Bmw: battery has an increased demand due to developemental process of the electrical system. This is causing the batter to need to undergo an energy diagnosis. *kbSIB-61-13-05 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Mar 1, 2013
- Bmw: batter discharged because of unfavorable driving profile. This is caused on short trips (less than 3 miles) or when the telephone or entertainment system is used for up to 30 …SIB-61-05-12 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Mar 1, 2013
- Bmw: the brake light fails and the bulb holder is deformed due to high temperatures and the composition of the holder. *rm updated on 4/25/2013. *kbSIB-63-10-09 · Technical service bulletin · Exterior Lighting · issued Mar 1, 2013
- Bmw: service action: replace the left and right fuel level sensor. Due to high proportion of ethanol in the fuel, the internal mechanisms of the fuel level sensors may swell. This …SIB160712 · Technical service bulletin · Fuel System, Gasoline · issued Dec 1, 2012
- Bmw: see document search button for owner letter. N52k engine dmtl pump: emissions warranty extensions to 10 years/120,000 miles. Bmw has become aware of a potential problem with t…SIB-010511 · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued Dec 1, 2012
- Bmw: on certain vehicles, the xenon headlamp often have no trouble found when returned and tested thru warranty parts system. The root cause is not possible to be identify. *peSIB-63-05-11 · Technical service bulletin · Exterior Lighting · issued Sep 1, 2011
- Bmw service campaign: see document search button for owner letter. The airbag warning lamp (awl) is illuminated, together with the passenger airbag status lamp (pol). The problem m…SIB-65-75-06 · Technical service bulletin · Air Bags · issued Aug 1, 2011
- Bmw: the service engine soon light is on. There are trouble codes stored for the crankshaft sensor. No driveability issues. *rmSIB-12-15-11 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Jul 1, 2011
- Bmw: check engine lamp illuminated and/or vehicle overheats. Models e83, e85, e86, e70, e90, e91, e92, e93, e60 and e61. *pe updated 5/24/11. *peSI-B-12-04-05 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Nov 1, 2010
- Bmw: there are noises when adjusting the front driver or passenger seates. *rmSIB-52-08-09 · Technical service bulletin · Seats · issued Oct 1, 2010
- Bmw: the airbag warning lamp is illuminated due to a software error. *rmSIB-65-36-09 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Sep 1, 2010
- Bmw: model e70 equipped with an automatic tailgate. The rear tailgate may not operate in either direction due to wiring damage. *rmSIB-51-26-10 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Aug 1, 2010
- Bmw: elctronically disconnecting the junction box without disconnecting the battery will cause damage to the rear power distribution box. *rmSIB-61-08-10 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Aug 1, 2010
- Bmw: procedure for determining and replacing incandescent and halogen light bulbs under warranty. *rmSIB-63-02-01 · Technical service bulletin · Exterior Lighting · issued Aug 1, 2010
- Bmw: six different models equipped with the m54 engine could have valve covers break in cold weather and ruin the engine. This is due to moisture accumulation. *rmSIB-11-08-03 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Jul 1, 2010
- Bmw: a service engine soon light comes on. The engine will only operate to 1500 rpms and lacks power. There is a software application error. *rmSIB-13-06-10 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jun 1, 2010
- Bmw: it is now possible to perform a fuel quality detection test on vehicles with an n54 engine. *rmSIB-13-02-10 · Technical service bulletin · Fuel System, Gasoline · issued Jun 1, 2010
- Bmw: there is a rough engine idle and "service engine soon light" when driving downhill in high altitudes during cold weather. There may be six different fault codes. *rmSIB-13-07-10 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Jun 1, 2010
- Bmw: warning message on about low diesel exhaust fuel level and that the engine will not restart within 999 miles. The light comes on a few thousand miles earlier than a recommende…SIB-16-03-10 · Technical service bulletin · Fuel System, Diesel · issued Jun 1, 2010
- Bmw: a new technical process has been created for bmw to identify causes of steering complaints with a wide range of models. *rmSIB-32-04-07 · Technical service bulletin · Steering · issued Jun 1, 2010
- Bmw: various electrical problems. On the vehicle, various electrical problems are possible. Warning lamps illuminated in the instrument cluster; check control messages; systems ino…SI-B61-15-09 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Apr 1, 2010
- Bmw vehicles: various electrical problems are possible on the vehicle: warning lamps illuminated in the instrument cluster; check control messages; systems inoperative; fuse blown;…SIB-61-15-09 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Apr 1, 2010
- Bmw: the bulb has failed on the daytime running lamp. *peSIB-63-04-10 · Technical service bulletin · Exterior Lighting · issued Mar 1, 2010
- Bmw vehicles: fuel level sensor repairs. Where it is necessary to replace the right or the left side fuel level sensor due to a failure, the entire pump and housing or delivery uni…SIB-16-02-09 · Technical service bulletin · Fuel System, Gasoline · issued Dec 1, 2009
- Bmw vehicles: diagnosis for low pressure fuel supply faults. The service engine soon lamp is illuminated (a fuel pump malfuction message is displayed in the cc), and a combination …SIB-13-02-09 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Oct 1, 2009
- Bmw vehicles: dsc warning lamp illuminated. The dsc (dynamic stability control) warning lamp is illuminated and some or all of the following fault codes are stored: 6e58; 6e04; 53b…SIB-34-03-07 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Oct 1, 2009
- Bmw: replacement of front outer cv joint. Complaints of clicking or grinding noises coming from the front axle area when making a turn. The front outer constant velocity joint boot…SI-B31-01-08 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Sep 1, 2009
- Bmw: diesel: diagnosis for low pressure fuel supply faults. Service engine soon lamp is illuminated (a fuel pump malfunction message is displayed in the cc) and a combination of th…SI-B130209 · Technical service bulletin · Fuel System, Diesel · issued Mar 1, 2009
- Bmw: small number of vehicles experience problems ranging from leaking oil filler caps, leaking or broken valve covers, to complete engine failure in extremely cold climate conditi…SI-B-11-01-07 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Mar 1, 2009
- Bmw: water leak in the front right footwell area causing the carpet to become wet. *peSI-B51-30-08 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Nov 1, 2008
- Bmw: headlamp moisture: fault diagnostics. Water or condensation in one or both headlamps. Models 5 series, 6 series, 7 series, x5, x6, 1 series, and 3 series. Model years 2000-200…SI B63-04-08 · Technical service bulletin · Exterior Lighting · issued Jun 1, 2008
- Dsc warning lamp illuminated. E70 (x5) vehicles produced up to january 28, 2007. *pe updated 9/10/08. *peSI B 340307 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jun 1, 2008
- The parking brake warning is illuminated and fault code 6032 is stored. For model e70 (x5). *peSI B34 01 08 · Technical service bulletin · Parking Brake · issued Apr 1, 2008
- E53 with m54 and gm5 - reprogram dme. E53 (x5) with m54 engine and gm5 transmission produced 9/3003 - 10/2004. *peSI B12 04 08 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Apr 1, 2008
- Service action on my 2005 and 2006 e53 (x5) with m54 engine and gm5 transmission produced 09/2004-10/2006 - reprogram dme. *peSI B12 08 08 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Apr 1, 2008
- Bmw vehicle: driveability complaints due to cooling fan relay failure. The customer may complain of intermittent driveability problems, described as-engine is lacking power when ac…SIB-12-09-08 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Feb 1, 2008
- Bmw: dynamic drive (ars) front sway bar repairs. E70 (x5) with sport package option code zsp. *peSI B37-03-07 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Jan 1, 2008
- Bmw: tire warning light illuminated due to low ambient temperature. Model e90, e91(3 series);e92, e92 (3 series); e60 (5 series); e60 (m5); e63, e64 (6 series); e63, e64 (m6); e65,…SIB-36-05-07 · Technical service bulletin · Tires · issued Dec 1, 2007
- Bmw vehicle: electronic malfunction cc message caused by shorted wiring. The electronic malfunction check control message may be displayed; the sounds system emits a static noise f…SIB-61-13-07 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Nov 1, 2007
- Bmw vehicle: missing clip on power cable causes various electrical complaints. Vehicle will not start. Instrument cluster or displays are flickering. Remote control will not unlock…SIB-61-11-07 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Nov 1, 2007
- Bmw vehicle: fc 2ef4 characteristic map thermostat. Complaints that the service engine soon lamp is illuminated. Fault code 2ef4 characteristic map thermostat is stored in dme faul…SIB-12-23-07 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Nov 1, 2007
- Missing clip on power cable causes various electrical complaints. *njSI B61 11 07 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Nov 1, 2007
- Install hood latch corrosion resistant clip. *kb510307 · Technical service bulletin · Latches/locks/linkages · issued Feb 1, 2007
- Erroneous flat tire warning. *tt360106 · Technical service bulletin · Tires · issued Mar 1, 2006
- Harsh 2-1 downshift. *eh bmw e35. *sc x5 from 10/03 up to 04/05. *tt2420205 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Jan 1, 2006
- M62tu/s62 secondary air diagnostics and air delivery passage cleaning procedure. *eh update. *tt110504 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Jun 1, 2005
- Panoramic roof won't close from the vent position. *eh5420105 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Apr 21, 2005
- Check engine lamp illuminated intake and ambient temperature faults stored in dme. *eh1220405 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Feb 11, 2005
- Poor throttle response from a stop. This service measure supersedes smm1220404 dated 04/07/2004. *eh1220404 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Oct 22, 2004
- Part 2. Service action & delivery stop. *tt07142004 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Jul 14, 2004
- Retail delivery stop on 2004 my 8 & 12 cylinder vehicles produced may 2004 through july 2004. Due to a manufacturing error, the engine control module mail fail. This could cause th…07122004 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Jul 12, 2004
- Upper hatch lights are on when the hatch is closed; upper hatch opens by itself; upper hatch will not soft close (sca function inactivate). *tt5120604 · Technical service bulletin · Latches/locks/linkages · issued Jun 18, 2004