Engine Cooling System Problems of BMW X5 - part 2

Engine cooling system, driver side door damage and transmission failure issues. Sound of a kick in the back of the car when starting motion.

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Takata recall. The contact owns a 2007 BMW X5. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign numbers: 17v683000 (engine and engine cooling), 16v746000 (fuel system, gasoline), and 16v364000 (air bags). The parts to do the repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer (BMW of silver spring, 3211 automobile blvd, silver spring, MD 20904) was contacted and confirmed that the parts were not available for the recall remedy. The manufacturer was not contacted. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect and VIN tool confirms parts not available.

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Takata recall. The contact owns a 2008 BMW X5. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign numbers: 16v364000 (air bags) and 17v683000 (engine and engine cooling) however, the parts to do the repairs were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repairs. The dealer was contacted deer automotive group located in randallstown, MD, phone number: 410-922-0327, and confirmed that the parts were not available for the recall remedy. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and was not able to confirm when the parts were to become available. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available. Parts distribution disconnect.

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The contact owns a 2009 BMW X5. While driving, the contact smelled something burning from the air conditioning vents and smoke began to fill the vehicle. There were no warning indicators illuminated prior to the failure. The failure occurred numerous times, which resulted in a crash. A police report was filed. There were no injuries. The contact received a notice for NHTSA campaign number: 17v683000 (engine and engine cooling). The vehicle was taken to the dealer (BMW of south atlanta, 4171 jonesboro rd, union city, GA 30291 (770) 969-0755). The vehicle was not repaired. The contact was informed that parts were not available. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The VIN was unknown. The failure mileage was 160,000. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

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The contact owns a 2011 BMW X5. The contact stated that NHTSA campaign number: 14v176000 (engine and engine cooling) exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer stated that the part was not available. The manufacturer was made aware of the delay. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact did not experience a failure.

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Takata recall. The contact owns a 2011 BMW X5. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign numbers: 14v176000(engine and engine cooling), 16v071000 (air bags), 16v364000 (air bags), and 16v746000 (fuel system, gasoline). The parts to do the repairs were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repairs. The rick hendricks BMW dealer was contacted and confirmed that the parts were not available for the recall remedy. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available for NHTSA campaign number: 16v364000 (air bags). Parts distribution disconnect for NHTSA campaign numbers: 14v176000 (service brakes, hydraulic), 16v071000 (air bags), and 16v746000 (fuel system, gasoline).

Car overheated while driving in the highway and onboard computer disabled the accelerator and message was flashed for the operator to stop driving.

2003 BMW X5 radiator cracked during driving and water spilled. Car was idling and smoky smell and oil press, stop engine problems. Had 2 children in the car while driving and seems like connection/hose problems which do not allow the engine to work properly. Do not feel safe driving the car, won't hold the coolant water in. A car this expensive should not be so defective.

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The drain valve in 2003 BMW X5 disintegrates due to manufacturing defect, it is inherently defective and is a source of leaks and if not replaced would case the radiator to drain out, causing overheating and ruining the engine. This problem has been noted on BMW owner websites. . Read more...

On cold day, '01 BMW X5 3. 0, started, briefly warmed and driven 8 miles b/f engine quits and will not restart. No warning lights, nor overheating involved. Mechanic indicates engine completely seized due to oil separator freezing from residual condensation in air as well as crankcase resulting in oil forced into cylinders, choking motor, and cracking connecting rods. Engine has now failed requiring a new or used motor - estimated at $7,500 replacement (not to mention significantly lowering resale value since new motor will not match VIN). Vehicle has been meticulously maintained beyond manufacturers recommended intervals (oil change every 3k miles with BMW spec'd oil and filters). This is a very common problem with BMW, particularly the X5 - oil separator in subsequent years was redesigned to address issue. No warning from dealership who maintained car until 2 years ago. This is a well documented problem that has now caused catastrophic engine failure and could very well cause catastrophic injury or death of vehicle occupants if engine fails on highway, rather than on a neighborhood road driving @ 5 mph. . BMW should have made a recall on this part before this issue started occurring with regular frequency to anyone living in a cold climate. Old parts and motor are still available - at least for the current time. Will need to be disposed as a core charge in near future once new engine can be located.

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On 01/15/2009, the extremely chilly day, my wife drove the X5 on route 2 east bound around exit 58 in arlington, MA, the exhaust system suddenly emitted heavy white smoke, but the oil warning light did not turned on at all. My wife pulled over the car and turned off the engine immediately. 15 minutes later, she found the engine was disabled when she tried to restart it. After the car was towed to BMW service center ,I was informed the car needs the following replacements crank case vent valve valve cover gaskets and spark plugs transfer case the total cost is $1360+$3125= $4485.

The contact owns a 2001 BMW X5. While driving between 55-60 mph, the vehicle began to overheat and smoke, and the engine failed. The vehicle had to be towed. The dealer stated that the VIN was not included in NHTSA campaign id numbers 01v206000 and 02v138000 (engine and engine cooling: cooling system:fan). The current and failure mileages were 87,000.

Within 6 weeks of driving in hot weather, the vehicle (2002 BMW X5 3. 0 liter) stalled when turning left. Most recent was in traffic, nearly causing an accident as I was blocking oncoming traffic. Vehicle rolled to a nearby restaurant where on board instrumentation was lit up with all warning lights. Restarted engine in a few minutes of cooling. Reported to BMW dealer on 5/18/2004 - dealer reports no trouble codes or any ability to replicate trouble.

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2001 and later BMW X5's have a known problem with the oil separator freezing in very cold weather, causing the engine to sieze suddenly. This is a majoir issue BMW needs to recall!!!.