2008 BMW X5 problems by component
215 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2008 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 → | 66 | 31% | 65,500 mi |
| Air Bags → | 65 | 30% | 82,881 mi |
| Electrical System → | 35 | 16% | 89,000 mi |
| Fuel/propulsion System → | 29 | 13% | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling → | 16 | 7% | 107,000 mi |
| Power Train → | 16 | 7% | — |
| Service Brakes → | 13 | 6% | 97,500 mi |
| Exterior Lighting → | 11 | 5% | 84,000 mi |
| Fuel System, Gasoline → | 11 | 5% | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 8 | 4% | — |
| Seat Belts | 6 | 3% | — |
| Visibility | 5 | 2% | — |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 3 | 1% | — |
| Seats | 3 | 1% | — |
| Suspension | 3 | 1% | — |
| Equipment | 2 | 1% | — |
| Parking Brake | 2 | 1% | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 2 | 1% | — |
| Steering | 2 | 1% | — |
| Tires | 2 | 1% | — |
| Fuel System, Diesel | 1 | 0% | — |
| Structure | 1 | 0% | — |
Component groups as classified by NHTSA. A complaint can name more than one component, so shares may sum to more than 100%.