2009 BMW X5 problems by component
138 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2009 BMW X5, grouped by the component owners reported. Each component links to a detailed breakdown with mileage, severity and owner reports.
| Component | Complaints | Share | Median mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Bags → | 41 | 30% | 87,050 mi |
| Fuel/propulsion System → | 37 | 27% | 96,000 mi |
| Engine → | 30 | 22% | 85,500 mi |
| Electrical System → | 16 | 12% | 82,154 mi |
| Power Train → | 10 | 7% | — |
| Seats | 9 | 7% | — |
| Service Brakes | 9 | 7% | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 6 | 4% | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 6 | 4% | — |
| Steering | 6 | 4% | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 5 | 4% | — |
| Suspension | 3 | 2% | — |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 2 | 1% | — |
| Seat Belts | 2 | 1% | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 2 | 1% | — |
| Visibility/wiper | 2 | 1% | — |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 1 | 1% | — |
| Structure | 1 | 1% | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 1% | — |
| Wheels | 1 | 1% | — |
Component groups as classified by NHTSA. A complaint can name more than one component, so shares may sum to more than 100%.