2011 BMW X5 Sav vs 2012 BMW X5 Sav
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2011 BMW X5 Sav | 2012 BMW X5 Sav |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 24 | 21 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 8 | 11 |
| Investigations | 2 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 0 | 1 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | — | — |
| Median reported incident mileage | 78,620 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | BMW X5 Sav | BMW X5 Sav |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 10 | 6 |
| Power Train | 7 | 9 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 7 | 3 |
| Air Bags | 3 | 3 |
| Electrical System | 2 | 2 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 2 | 1 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | 1 |
| Steering | 0 | 3 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Loss of power | 6 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 5 |
2011 BMW X5 Sav
2012 BMW X5 Sav
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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.