general problems of the 2007 BMW X5

The contact owns a 2007 BMW X5. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost power steering functionality. The contact used force to pull over to the side of the road. The messages "active steering inactive" and "change of steering wheel and 4wd malfunction" were displayed. The braking system warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the foot module had failed. The foot pedal was replaced; however, the failure persisted. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer three times. The contact stated that on a separate occasion, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended while depressing the accelerator pedal and the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer, where it was diagnosed with an unknown failure. The cooling system was replaced. The contact related the failures to NHTSA campaign numbers: 13v045000 (service brakes, hydraulic, service brakes) and 12e029000 (engine and engine cooling); however, the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 112,000.

The contact owns a 2007 BMW X5. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the brake pedal was depressed, and the brakes delayed in responding. The failure had occurred on several occasions. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed that the secondary hydraulic pump needed to be replaced. The contact researched and was made aware of an unknown NHTSA campaign number; however, the VIN was not included. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred the contact to the NHTSA hotline to report the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 217,000.

Unintended acceleration with loss of braking effectiveness. We hit a tree head on going at least 50 by the time we struck it. The vehicle was inspected before we bought it and we only bought it 3 days before the accident occurred. The check engine light came on that afternoon and we were going to get it checked out on Monday.

Tl the contact owns a 2007 BMW X5. The contact stated that while driving and applying the brakes, the vehicle failed to stop in a timely manner causing the braking distance to be extended 60-70 feet. BMW of northwest arkansas (2500 se moberly ln, bentonville, ar 72712; (479) 286-3012) was contacted and informed of the failure. The contact was informed that the VIN was not under recall. The VIN was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 13v045000 (service brakes hydraulic, service brakes). The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 96,871.

When purchased, it was discovered that the oe passenger side (right) brake light/indicator housing of this vehicle had melted from the heat of the standard oe halogen brake bulb, causing the brake light to fall out of its placement in the housing. This results in the brake light indicator to emit little or no visible warning to other drivers, since the indicator bulb has fallen down outside of the casing. Because the indicator may not be visible to other drivers, it presents a hazard of others not being warned that I am braking and could result in drivers of other vehicles not being prepared to brake and therefore could result in a collision that can vary from minor fender bender to fatal collision. It could also result in a more devastating vehicle fire that could destroy more than just the indicator housing. It is visible and is reproduced every time vehicle brake pedal is depressed and brake indicators are engaged. Problem has been confirmed by BMW of south austin. This specific vehicle has yet to be inspected by insurance, police, manufacturer or others, but is a known problem with these rear indicator housing assemblies that are present on both sides of the vehicle. No warning chimes or signals were present before, during, or after incident, and to this day, there are still no warning signals, signs, chimes, or indicators present.

I was driving at normal speed and tried to come to a complete stop but my car would not stop. Break pedal was pushed all the way down and car would not stop.

Tl- the contact owns a 2007 BMW X5. The contact stated when depressing the brake it took an excessive distance to stop. The failure occurred without warning. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the brake vacuum line was defective and needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure due to it previously being remedied under NHTSA campaign number:13v045000(service brakes, hydraulic, service brakes). The failure mileage 88,000. Kh.

My husband was driving down the road all of a sudden he couldn't stop and also, car caught on fire. Called and there's so recall it should be because my husband could have died.

Tl-the contact owns a 2007 BMW X5. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds the brakes where not functioning properly. The vehicle was taken to the dealer BMW of warwick 1515 bald hill rd, warwick, ri 02886 (401) 515-4894 and the contact is must pay for the repairs since the vehicle has no recall on it for this issue. The manufacturer stated the same message that repairs are the contact's responsibility. . The failure mileage was unknown. Tf.

BMW is delaying the repair for the recall items. I have been trying to schedule an appointment for a month now and is constantly being told the parts are not available even for the 2013 recall item. The dealership I have been contacting is autonation BMW of mountain view, California. Their number is 650-943-1000.

Tl-the contact owns a 2007 BMW X5. The contact stated that while driving approximately 40 mph, the brake pedal was depressed and the vehicle failed to slow down. The brake pedal was applied forcefully numerous times before coming to a stop. The vehicle was able to resume in operation. In 2013, the vehicle was repaired under NHTSA campaign number: 13v045000 (service brakes, service brakes, hydraulic) however, the contact had not experienced a failure. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnosis for the most recent failure. The mechanic informed that the brake booster would need to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the issue. The approximate failure mileage was 73,000. Js.

The car looses power to brake and almost crashed. The brakes become really stiff when coming to a stop and no matter how hard you push on them it does not stop. I read online other people have crashed with the same issue. Called BMW but they said there is no recall for my vehicle,.

Recurring "parking brake malfunctions" since summer 2012 when I purchased the vehicle. It leads to failure to engage parking brake when vehicle is put in park increasing risk of "rolling" and in several incidents resulting in the vehicle not being able to move when placed into drive requiring manual release of parking brake and later "repair" by BMW service center with no resolution to the problem . The problem has been increasing over the past several months.

The contact owns a 2007 BMW X5. The contact stated that while driving 10 mph, the brake pedal traveled to the floorboard abnormally when depressed. As a result, the contact crashed into another vehicle. There were no injuries and a police report was not filed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection where they stated that they could not diagnose the cause of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 94,000.

I have the same complaint that another owner made under NHTSA id number 10483182. The plastic rocker switch for the electromechanical parking/emergency brake broke during the course of normal actuation and required the entire "emf switch" assembly to be replaced in order to resume operation of the parking/emergency brake. This switch appears to have a durability issue which could cause a vehicle to be stuck with the brake set on or unable to set the brake when needed. When I inquired about any modifications to the switch design that might address the matter going forward I was informed that there has been no change in the design of the replacement part. It sounds like this part remains apt to fail prematurely and suddenly.

The contact owns a 2007 BMW X5. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 13v045000 (service brakes), 16v364000 (air bags), 16v746000 (fuel system), and 16v071000 (air bags). The parts to do the recall repairs were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repairs. The manufacturer was aware of the issues. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

Vacuum pump 11667545384 needed to be replaced as it was leaking oil. Oil caused increase in braking distance, making vehicle unsafe. The recall 13v-045 issued in 2013 called for vacuum pipe change and not the faulty vacuum pump. Vacuum pump needs to be part of the recall.

Emergency brake button broke with a single finger pull. Very poor quality plastic trim. Emergency brake system cannot used unless replace.

Electronic parking brake totally lock up the car. The car is totally lock up, can't move forward or backward. Have to be tow on the tow truck bed to the dealer. They stated it needs to update the coding on the module. This re-occur again on 7/3/2013.