Power Train Related Problems of the 2012 BMW X5

Table 1 shows five common power train related problems of the 2012 BMW X5. The number one most common problem is related to the power train (33 problems). The second most common problem is related to the transfer case (20 problems).

Table 1. Power Train related problems of BMW X5


Recently reported Power Train problems of the 2012 BMW X5

The Power Train problem

While driving on highway at 70 mph, front awd driveshaft failed and caused massive damage to engine and underside of car is destroyed. The flailing driveshaft punched a hole in engine and oil pan, causing all engine oil to spray on hot exhaust and the tires while driving.   Read details...

The Transfer Case problem

Faulty transfer case   Read details...

The Driveshaft problem

Tl- the contact owns a 2012 BMW X5. The contact stated that while driving approximately 45 mph a loud banging noise and smoke was present coming from the engine area. After stopping the vehicle was towed to the home. Upon inspection it was discovered that the drive shaft had severed.   Read details...


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