Visibility Problems of BMW X5

BMW X5 owners have reported 74 visibility related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 14 most common visibility problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's wiper (32 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's power window (13 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.


Recently reported Visibility problems of BMW X5

The Wiper problem

Electrical-soy covered wires causes rodents to chew wires causing electrical defaults and faulty control. Windshield - minor chips causing massive cracks - happened twice in a 2 week time frame. After it was replaced. Cracked again   Read details...

The Power Window problem

This is not the first time. The right hand side, passenger's front window failed to operate. This is an electrical system component.   Read details...

The Sun Roof problem

The contact owns a 2006 BMW X5. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, it rained and water entered through the sunroof and created moisture in the vehicle. The air bag warning light then illuminated.   Read details...

The Side/rear Glass problem

The contact owns a 2000 BMW X5. The contact stated that the front driver and rear passenger windows have fallen inside the door due to a faulty regulator. The contact has taken the vehicle to a dealer to have the driver side window repaired and five days after the repair the rear passenger side   Read details...

The Sun/moon Roof Assembly problem

The contact owns a 2024 BMW X5. The contact stated that while driving 60 mph with no vehicles around, the sunroof suddenly exploded while the sunroof was closed. The glass fell on the driver. There were no reported injuries. There were chards of glass scattered throughout the vehicle.   Read details...




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