One problem related to engine shut off without warning has been reported for the 2003 BMW X5. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
Within 24 hour of purchase of vehicle,itwas smoking when I contact the dealer mad him aware of the car issue now I have found atleast 6recallson 2003 X5 BMW. Recall15v318000 recall17v047000 recallo3v197000. Aswell engine recalls. Loss of engine powerjust shut off,severe smoke from back of vehicle. (file:///c:/users/owner/pictures/bmw_new. Pdf) . Came to complete stop,wheni first brought concern to the dealer from the car place. . Read more...