One problem related to instrument panel has been reported for the 2003 BMW X5. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
The contact owns a 2003 BMW X5. While pulling into the driveway at 5 mph, the driver noticed that the instrument panels light began to dim and the vehicle stalled. Approximately two hours later, the vehicle was able to be restarted and was driven to the dealer. The mechanic informed her that the instrument cluster was defective and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired and the manufacturer was not notified. The current mileage was 100,200 and failure mileage was 95,000. Updated 03/09/09. After shutting the vehicle off, the front and rear lights stayed on and the door locks were inoperative. The consumer attempted to restart the vehicle, but it would not start. The dealer found communications faults in the instrument cluster. Updated 03/12/09.