My wife was driving on the expressway with speed limit of 50 miles / per hour. Suddenly the car showed "engine malfuction - power reduced" and she couldn't keep the speed and car starting losing speed and dropped to 10 miles / hour, she had to pull off the road to avoid the danger of being hit by other cars on the busy expressway. After she pullled over and called me, I drove to the place where she parked the car and used a code reader to found some error code "47c4", but after restarted car, car seemed ok. I dropped the car at bmw mountain view dealer and they found the "low pressure egr" was bad and needed to be replaced with a cost of $1800. We feel this is very danger to happen to any car because such an failure it's not safe to us and also to other drivers. This should be recalled!
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Specific symptoms reported on the 2011 BMW X5 Diesel Sav
Recalls 2
Power train: driveline: driveshaft
- What is wrong
- BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2011 X5 xDrive 35i, xDrive50i, X5 M, X6 xDrive35i, X6 xDrive50i, and X6 M vehicles manufactured April 5, 2010, to November 20, 2010, 2011 X5 xDrive35d diesel vehicles manufactured April 7, 2010, to November 20, 2010, and 2011 X6 Active Hybrid vehicles manufactured April 15, 2010, to November 17, 2010. The affected vehicles have a front driveshaft universal joint that may not seal out water and debris from getting in and damaging the joint, which could lead to its failure.
- Risk
- If the front universal joint fails, the front wheels would not be driven, affecting vehicle traction. Additionally, continued driving of the vehicle with a broken front universal joint may damage other components. Either condition may increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front driveshaft, free of charge. The recall began on July 8, 2016. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1‑800‑525‑7417.
Recall number 16V311000 · Recall details
Engine and engine cooling: engine: diesel
- What is wrong
- Bmw is recalling certain model year 2011, x5 diesel sports activity vehicles (sav) manufactured from march 31, 2011, through may 19, 2011. Due to a component manufacturing error at the supplier, the welds in the belt tensioner could have incipient cracks. Over time, this could lead a malfunction of the belt tensioner.
- Risk
- If the belt tensioner fails, there could be a sudden loss of power steering assistance, if power steering assist is lost, manual steering capability is still retained and could increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the engine belt tensioner free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during august 2011. Owners may contact bmw customer relations and services at 1‑800‑525‑7417, or via email at [email protected].
Recall number 11V332000 · Recall details
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Defect investigations
Idler Pulley Bolt Failure
In a May 23, 2018 letter, BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) notified the federal safety agency of a safety defect that may result in the loss of power steering assist in certain model year (MY) 2009 through 2013 BMW X5 xDrive35d vehicles (Recall 18V‑336). The recall, which affects approximately 33,214 vehicles built from March 12, 2008 through June 27, 2013, corrects the remedy and expands the scope of a prior BMW recall (12V‑550) which addressed idle pulley bolt failure in approximately 29,800 MY 2009 through 2012 BMW X5 xDrive35d vehicles built from September 1, 2008 through November 15, 2012. BMW's analysis indicates that due to a number of contributing factors it is possible that the bolt's pre-stressing force could drop to an extent that it results in the bolt becoming loosened over time. A loosening of the bolt could cause additional bending stress on top of the bolt. As a result, the bolt could break. If this were to happen, then a sudden loss of power steering assist could occur.If there were a loss of power steering assist, manual steering capability would be retained, although the effort required to steer the vehicle would be greater, and therefore may increase the risk of crash.ODI's analysis of the complaints it has received from the public (VOQ's) and BMW complaint data submitted in response to the information request letter for RQ18-001 identified a total of 93 unique VIN reports alleging failure of the idler pulley bolt after recall 12V‑550 was completed on the vehicle, including 31 VOQ's and 72 BMW consumer complaints (5 complaints received by the federal safety agency and BMW, 3 unique VIN's submitted multiple complaints to BMW, and 1 unique VIN submitted multiple complaints to the federal safety agency).BMW is developing a new idler pulley fastening system as the remedy for 18V‑336.The remedy is planned to begin in February 2019.Based on BMW's safety recall, this recall query is closed.The 31 VOQ's referenced in this resume are: 10499780, 10559422, 10579534, 10655424, 10661614, 10702323, 10819617, 10903433, 10948014, 10984353, 11002447, 11010667, 11013643, 11041551, 11054759, 11054909, 11066063, 11083479, 11097562, 11098865, 11113332, 11128649, 11130277, 10552773, 10817406, 10937632, 10956710, 11032006, 11042259, 11063010, 11091513.
RQ18001
Technical service bulletins for the 2011 BMW X5 Diesel Sav 19
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- The basic conditions for initializing the power windows are not met.
- The electrical system of BMW vehicles has been subject to an ongoing development process over the last few...
- Connecteddrive/bmw assist system diagnosis information
- Navigation system: reporting missing or incorrect road map data
- Door cannot be opened with comfort access
- Individual driving cycles for OBD2 readiness codes (M57Y)
- Cracking noises from the front axle area while turning the wheels, when stationary or parking
- BMW Maintenance Program: 12-Volt Battery Replacement Measure:
- Engine Oil Quick Reference Chart and Drain Plug Torque: The current version of ISTA/D has an error in the...
- N63, N63TU, S63 and S63TU Engines: Oil Leak from the Rear:
What 2011 BMW X5 Diesel Sav owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
The passenger restraint light is on. Dealer reports there is a fault stored for the passenger side seat mat. I understand that bmw has had recalls for this problem in previous model years.
The issue started with exhaust fume in the cabin for 2-3 days. Followed by air leaking sound from the engine bay on low RPM. Vehicle went in and out of limp mode (getting "engine malfunctioned / reduced power" message) while driving which was very dangerous on highway or merging into traffic. Dealer found out that the egr cooler was cracked.
Check engine light triggered . Two issues: - the dealer diagnosed a problem with the sensor in the diesel-exhaust-fluid passive tank. The sensor is built into the tank, so the entire tank needs to be replaced. The vehicle is no longer under the original warranty and there is no warranty extension on this part. - the egr cooler, which is specific to diesel engine powered bmws has a crack. This cooler is needed to cool the temperature of the air moving through the egr valve. This part is not considered part of the emissions system, so not covered. There is no warranty extension either on this part.
Leaking egr cooler. Dealer stated that if issue is not repaired a potential fire hazard exists. A recall was issued for VIN specific vehicles but others with the same issue are not covered by the recall.
Sunroof drain line twisting causes water to back-up into the passenger compartment and cause electrical faults as confirmed by former bmw franchisee mechanic and as noted widely throughout bwm owner forums. This known issue for model has no repair option other than cutting into a pillar to replace defective (self kinking) line. Vehicle stationary in the rain at time of harmful water intrusion. Fault codes occurred at ignition. Floorboards filled with water. Mildew occurred in carpets. Extension to warranty warranted (like defective nox sensors).
2016, march 03 - diesel exhaust fumes in cabin. Mag bmw dealer replaced faulty: intake temp sensor fault # 004bc6 and fuel presuply line: faults #004bda and 004bdc. Scr tank fault 0046f9 was not repaired by bmw.
2017 july - diesel exhaust fumes in cabin. Mag bmw dealer replaced faulty egr cooler and egr valve second time.
2017 dec - diesel exhaust fumes in cabin. Mag bmw dealer replaced egr pre-cooler, and intake turbo line.
2018 march - diesel exhaust fumes in cabin. Mag bmw dealer replaced intake turbo line, second time.
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Questions about the 2011 BMW X5 Diesel Sav
Is the 2011 BMW X5 Diesel Sav reliable?
Owners have filed 44 complaints about the 2011 BMW X5 Diesel Sav, close to a typical X5 Diesel Sav model year.
What is the 2011 BMW X5 Diesel Sav year score?
The 2011 BMW X5 Diesel Sav scores 75 out of 100 (average). The score compares it with the other model years of the BMW X5 Diesel Sav: 75 is a typical year, 50 means twice the usual complaints, and serious complaints and recalls lower it.
What is the most common problem with the 2011 BMW X5 Diesel Sav?
Engine and cooling, with 18 complaints, typically around 95,000 miles. Next is airbags (10).
How many recalls does the 2011 BMW X5 Diesel Sav have?
2 recalls, covering power train and engine and engine cooling.
Was there a recall on the 2011 BMW X5 Diesel Sav engine?
Yes, 1 recall: 11V332000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
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