BMW X5

Mid-range model with 3.0-liter B58 turbocharged engine.

Oil filter housing leaks; Oil leaks; Carbon buildup on intake valves; Software glitches; iDrive system freezes and crashes; Infotainment screen failures; Early transmission issues; Battery drain issues; Water pump failures; Coolant leaks; Gasoline Particulate Filter (GPF) clogging issues; Transfer case failures; Air suspension failures; RECALL (Jul 2020–Jul 2022 production): Starter motor short circuit risk — BMW states "A short circuit in the magnetic switch cannot be ruled out. Consequently, this may cause local overheating in the starter. In the worst case, this can lead to a vehicle fire." Check with BMW dealer for recall status before purchase