Power Train Related Problems of the 2004 BMW X5

Table 1 shows seven common power train related problems of the 2004 BMW X5. The number one most common problem is related to the power train (four problems). The second most common problem is related to the automatic transmission (three problems).


Recently reported Power Train problems of the 2004 BMW X5

The Power Train problem

Vehicle rpm’s rev wildly in park and neutral. When driving vehicle speeds up on its own and rpm’s climbs out of control. When stopped at a light or in traffic, car leaps forward against the break .   Read details...

The Automatic Transmission problem

My bmx 5 (2004) stalls occasionally at low speeds. This has occurred 4 times in the last three months. The service center has been unable to duplicate the problem or determine the cause. I'm usually exiting a parking lot or school when it occurs and estimated speed is between 5 and 10 mph.   Read details...

The Power Train Driveline problem

1. Did a 3 point turn and then pulled onto a 45 mph road way 2. Front tires locked up and I skidded to a stop, even after I depressed the clutch. 3. Front differential failure, was replace to correct the problem 4. Fortunately the person following me was not tailgating so no accident   Read details...


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