2002 BMW X5 vs 2003 BMW X5
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2002 BMW X5 | 2003 BMW X5 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 102 | 99 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 70 | 71 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 3 | 4 |
| Fire reports | 7 | 13 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 14–16 | 14–16 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 88,022 mi | 74,600 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | BMW X5 | BMW X5 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 21 | 24 |
| Air Bags | 19 | 15 |
| Electrical System | 16 | 17 |
| Power Train | 6 | 16 |
| Engine | 7 | 11 |
| Exterior Lighting | 8 | 6 |
| Visibility | 12 | 1 |
| Structure | 9 | 4 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 15 | 14 |
2002 BMW X5
2003 BMW X5
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.