Power Train Related Problems of the 2003 BMW X5

Table 1 shows six common power train related problems of the 2003 BMW X5. The number one most common problem is related to the transfer case (five problems). The second most common problem is related to the automatic transmission (three problems).


Recently reported Power Train problems of the 2003 BMW X5

The Transfer Case problem

While driving, I stopped at an intersection. When I started to go, there was a loud grinding noise and the car would not move. I had to get the car pushed out of the intersection. I tried restarting the car and as soon as you put it in gear, you heard the grinding noise.   Read details...

The Automatic Transmission problem

I have a 2003 BMW X5 4. 4. Which seems to vibrate/jerk between 20 and 30 mph. The first time (2009) I went to the dealer they told me I needed to replace my tire which I did. This did not help. I went back to the dealer again and now they tell me I need to replace the transmission.   Read details...

The Power Train problem

Driving on highway at approximately 60 mph, felt as if something fell off or came loose and vehicle began to slow down in middle on traffic and would not accelerate when gas pedal was pushed, which could have caused anyone to crash the back of me.   Read details...


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