2001 BMW X5 problems by component
160 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2001 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling → | 31 | 19% | 87,000 mi |
| Electrical System → | 24 | 15% | 72,000 mi |
| Latches/locks/linkages → | 18 | 11% | 64,550 mi |
| Air Bags → | 16 | 10% | — |
| Power Train → | 15 | 9% | 95,500 mi |
| Visibility → | 14 | 9% | 65,000 mi |
| Steering → | 11 | 7% | — |
| Structure → | 10 | 6% | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 9 | 6% | — |
| Engine | 7 | 4% | — |
| Suspension | 7 | 4% | — |
| Seats | 6 | 4% | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 5 | 3% | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 5 | 3% | — |
| Equipment | 4 | 3% | — |
| Service Brakes | 4 | 3% | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 3 | 2% | — |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 2 | 1% | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 1% | — |
| Fuel System, Other | 1 | 1% | — |
| Parking Brake | 1 | 1% | — |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 1% | — |
| Service Brakes, Air | 1 | 1% | — |
| Tires | 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%.