Power Train Related Problems of the 2016 BMW X5

Table 1 shows two common power train related problems of the 2016 BMW X5. The number one most common problem is related to the power train (eleven problems). The second most common problem is related to the transfer case (one problem).

Table 1. Power Train related problems of BMW X5

Problem Category Number of Problems
Power Train problems
11
Transfer Case problems
1

Recently reported Power Train problems of the 2016 BMW X5

The Power Train problem

The contact owns a 2016 BMW X5. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the transmission unexpectedly downshifted, and the contact discovered an unknown liquid leaking underneath of the vehicle. The check engine warning light was illuminated.   Read details...

The Transfer Case problem

Front driveshaft needs to be replaced due to excess wear, perhaps transfer case as well. Very similar to safety recall campaign 17v-138:from April/2017 (same issue, my model is one year older than recall notice), but BMW na will not cover the repair cost for this defect.   Read details...


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