BMW X5 owners have reported 2 problems related to recreational vehicle lpg tank valve/gauge (under the equipment category). The most recently reported issues are listed below.
Engine, acceleration shutdown (on interstate highway - 2/26/16); monitor display false message of "warning: engine hot; overheating. " engine not hot or overheated; cool to touch. Coolant level full. Car disabled. Car gave 45 seconds at full acceleration before sounding high pitched fan noise, then displaying "warning message" on center monitor, then losing pedal acceleration power on extremely busy interstate 87 south highway at night, with intermittent emergency shoulder access. Dangerous to maintain maneuverability to safety with high velocity trucks and cars barreling alongside vehicle. Suspected part defect is "electronic temperature gauge" sensor, causing car to instantly disable when it isn't hot. Car is seldom driven and under 40,000 miles. . Read more...
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Right rear sunroof drain did not drain properly causing electrical malfunction including failure of all safety and dash gauges - (including speedometer, gas gauge) on interstate at freeway speed. Repairs exceed $1,500. 00.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Equipment problems | |
| Carrier/rack problems | |
| Radio/tape Cd Player problems | |
| Air Conditioner problems | |
| Electrical Jack problems | |
| Electrical Equipment problems | |
| Adaptive Equipment problems | |
| Recreational Vehicle Lpg Tank Valve/gauge problems | |
| Owners/service Manual problems | |
| Navigational (global Positioning System) Gps problems |