2000-2006 BMW X5: Reliability
Updated: 11/23/08
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Our reliability study for this generation BMW X5 includes details on average repair costs, manufacturer recalls, and everything you need to know to gauge the long-term reliability of this generation BMW X5 .
Trouble Spots
Consumer Guide's® Auto Editors have scoured repair bulletins and questioned mechanics to search
for commonly occurring problems for a particular vehicle. In some cases we also give possible manufacturer-suggested
solutions. In many instances these trouble spots are Technical Service Bulletins posted by the manufacturer,
however, we have our own expert looking at additional vehicle problems.
Alarm system:
Some hoods do not contact the alarm switch enough, causing false alarms. The company was replacing the switches on an as-needed basis. (2001)
Audio system:
Alternator whine on certain radios after a cell phone is installed requires a filtering condenser; a weak battery causes a delay in the audio and display on vehicles that also have the navigation system; and lack of power to the antenna amp causes no AM reception and poor FM reception. (2000)
Dashboard lights:
The CHECK OIL light may come on when the engine is turned off despite the dipstick reading full requiring the control module to be reprogrammed. (2000)
Fuel gauge:
The fuel gauge may not read full despite a full tank on models built prior to Aug. 2000, requiring replacement of the sending unit. (2000-01)
Steering problems:
Steering-wheel vibrations on early production models with automatic transmission and 3.0L engine can be corrected with a countermeasure vibration damper. (2001)
Transmission leak:
The manual transmission may leak from the drain plug requiring installation of a countermeasure plug. (2000)
Vehicle noise:
Early production models made a clicking noise when the windows were opened and closed while those built after May 2000 do not because a plastic coated regulator was used. It can be retrofitted into earlier models. (2000)
Windows:
Water leaking into the A-pillar corrodes a connector for the power locks, windows, and mirrors rendering them inoperative, requiring replacement connectors and sealing the leak. (2000)
Consumer Guide® Estimated Repair Costs
This table lists costs of likely repairs for comparison with other vehicles. The
dollar amount includes the cost of the part(s) and labor (based on $50 per hour) for the
typical repair without extras or add-ons. Like the pricing information, replacement
costs can vary widely depending on region. Expect charges at a new-car dealership
to be slightly higher.
| Item Name | Repair Cost |
| A/C Compressor | $825 |
| Alternator | $710 |
| Automatic Transmission or Transaxle | $1,100 |
| Brakes | $755 |
| Clutch, Pressure Plate, Bearing | $560 |
| Constant Velocity Joints | $670 |
| Exhaust System | $1,100 |
| Radiator | $720 |
| Shocks and/or Struts | $860 |
| Timing Chain or Belt | $1,000 |
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