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 (twelve 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
12
Transfer Case problems
1

Recently reported Power Train problems of the 2016 BMW X5

The Power Train problem

2016 BMW X5 xdrive40e. Experiencing intermittent/sudden drivetrain malfunction warnings. Vehicle loses power or enters limp mode while driving. Max edrive / electric drive becomes disabled even with battery charged. Multiple warning lights appear.   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...


Power Train related problems in other BMW X5 model year vehicles:



X5 Service Bulletins
X5 Safety Recalls
X5 Defect Investigations