Electrical System Related Problems of the 2003 BMW X5

Table 1 shows six common electrical system related problems of the 2003 BMW X5. The number one most common problem is related to the electrical system (nine problems). The second most common problem is related to the alternator/generator/regulator (two problems).

Table 1. Electrical System related problems of BMW X5


Recently reported Electrical System problems of the 2003 BMW X5

The Electrical System problem

Wiring dash fire. Heavy smoke from dash and vehicle completely in flame in minute. My son sent me a recording while it was happening, he did no know what to do or what was happening.   Read details...

The Alternator/generator/regulator problem

I purchased the vehicle used, I have had it for about 5 months and have had some serious problems (steering column, window regulators, engine, and coolant leakage). I see where these issues seem to be consistent with the vehicle, but am having a hard time getting the recall work done.   Read details...

The Car Will Not Accelerate problem

The contact owns a 2003 BMW X5. While driving approximately 65 mph, there was the smell of plastic burning and the vehicle would not accelerate. The contact stated that there was smoke coming from the front of the vehicle. The engine stalled without warning.   Read details...


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