Table 1 shows two common steering related problems of the 2009 BMW X5. The number one most common problem is related to the steering (four problems). The second most common problem is related to the steering idler arm (two problems).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Steering problems | |
| Steering Idler Arm problems |
The vehicle backfires and stalls on the road due to Bmws defective pcv crankcase valve. The valve put pressure inside engine which it couldn't handle causing a blown gasket and oil leak, the leak fell on the serpentine belt and ac belt and they slipped off. Read details...
Vehicle is subject to recall 12v550000 due to idler pulley bolt which can break, causing accessory drive bet to dislodge and loss of power steering, alternator, etc. This vehicle's idler pulley and bolt were replaced as part of the recall 2. Read details...