My vehicle has the commonly and popularly known weep hole coolant leak. Apparently, bmw has had this problem in previous year model cars, dating back to 2002. They have known that this was a flaw in their design. However, there has been no recalls on the repair of this issue, which costs owners thousands of dollars for labor alone for a rather 'inexpensive' part. It would only be fair for bmw to issue a recall on this commonly known issue that seems to affect hundreds of owners of bmws with the same engines. The coolant leaks on the front side of the engine through a random hole around the engine. It is a rather costly fix due to several components needing to be removed before one can get to the broken part to be replaced. It is unfair for current owners to have to pay significantly for a car that has a major design flaw. Very unhappy with this current unfortunate discovery. My car suddenly leaked all the coolant out of the car and into the road and my driveway. Thankfully I was almost home when it broke down. I could have been in the freeway or on the street and it would have been a risk of getting hit by other cars if my car just suddenly stalled. And I was driving with baby on board! I suggest this be investigated, as it's an issue that's apparently very common in the n62 engines.
2007 BMW X5 SAV engine problems
11 complaints (19% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 94,000.
- owner complaints
- 11
- of this car's complaints
- 19%
- typical mileage
- 94,000
- crashes
- 0
- recalls
- 2
Which part fails
Owners did not name a specific part.
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
BMW X5 SAV engine problems in other years
Specific symptoms reported on the 2007 BMW X5 SAV engine
Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.
Related recalls
Engine and engine cooling: exhaust system: emission control: crankcase (PCV)
- What is wrong
- BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2008-2013 1 Series Coupe (128i); 2007-2013 3 Series Coupe (328i, 328xi, 328i xDrive); 2007-2010 X3 SAV (X3 3.0si, X3 xDrive30i); 2008-2013 1 Series Convertible (128i); 2006-2011 3 Series Sedan (325i, 325xi, 328i, 328xi, 328i xDrive, 330i, 330xi); 2006-2012 3 Series Wagon (328i, 328i xDrive); 2007-2013 3 Series Convertible (328i); 2006-2010 5 Series Sedan (525i, 525xi, 528i, 528xi, 530i, 530xi); 2006-2007 5 Series Wagon (530xi); 2007-2010 X5 SAV (X5 3.0si, X5 xDrive30i); 2006-2008 Z4 Coupe (Z4 3.0si); and 2006-2011 Z4 Roadster (Z4 3.0i, Z4 3.0si, Z4 sDrive30i) vehicles. The heater for the positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) valve may short circuit.
- Risk
- An electrical short can cause the PCV valve heater to overheat, increasing the risk of a fire while driving or, soon after driving when parked.
- Remedy
- This recall supersedes and expands previous the federal safety agency recalls 17V‑683 and 19V‑273. Dealers will install an electrical wiring harness with fuse protection for the PCV Valve heater in potentially affected vehicles, free of charge. This recall supersedes and expands previous the federal safety agency recalls 17V‑683 and 19V‑273. Vehicles previously repaired under the prior recalls will need to come back for the new recall remedy. The remedy is currently being developed. Interim owner notification letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed on April 1, 2022. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 22, 2022. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1‑800‑525‑7417.
Recall number 22V119000 · Recall details
Engine and engine cooling
- What is wrong
- On certain vehicles equipped with v8 engines, in conditions of below freezing temperatures combined with low humidity, it is possible for electrostatic discharge to occur at the fuel rails. If this were to occur, the engine electronic control unit (ecu) could be affected so that engine stalling could result.
- Risk
- If stalling were to occur, the driver may not be able to maintain vehicle speed or accelerate and the power steering could fail increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will attach two ground cables in the engine compartment free of charge. The recall began on october 29, 2007. Owners may contact bmw at 1‑800‑831‑1117.
Recall number 07V479000 · Recall details
What 2007 BMW X5 SAV owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Vehicle keeps stalling and accelerating shuts off in the middle of the road while driving mainly in the city I could b turning or driving straight and shuts off and takes awhile to restart...electrical wiring keeps shorting out sunroof shorts out and tail light keeps burning out...I took it to dealer paid $5000 and same problem continues to occur
Vehicle experiences dsc and awd and 4x4 malfunction while driving. When the error occurs with gas pedal depressed, car will hesitate by going into neutral and jumping back into drive accompanied by engine revving up to above 3000 RPM. When the error occurs and the gas is not depressed, car will go into neutral and coast, until I engage the transmission. If the car is traveling less than 5 MPH and the error occurs, then the car jerks to a halt and the transmission is switched into park automatically. This typically happened in stop and go traffic. Had dealer diagnose the problem, presumed it was due to steering angle sensor needing to be reinitialized, but the error still occurred. Often times, when I start my car and the error occurs prior to be even selecting a gear.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 bmw x5. While driving 40 MPH making a left turn, the engine stalled and the check engine warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was able to restart. The failure recurred several times. The vehicle was towed to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the coil springs needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 94,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 bmw x5. Upon starting the vehicle, the instrument panel displayed a low coolant error message. The contact stated that the coolant reservoir was replenished and the error message was no longer displayed on the instrument panel; however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was confirmed that there was a coolant leak and the water pump needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 64,000.
My x5 bmw 2007 6 cylinder 3.0 with 74,605 makes a ticking noise in the engine when in cold I recently purchased it on march 9,2007 at the auto west bmw of fremont.I have taken it a couple of times to the dealer for that same reason and the dealer claims there is nothing wrong. I have done research online and seen that there is other people with the same problem. Now every morning I start the car it makes the same noise after I run it for a couple miles it stops but the dealer says that is normal and I have only ran it max 3,000 miles since I bought it and I also bought extended warranty for it but they say nothing is wrong that is normal for it to make that noise .
The electric water pump has constantly failed even after replacing it and caused also damage to fuse box and thermostat most of the time. Bmw must be forced to recall the 2007 x5 3.0i and get this problem fixed once and for all.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 bmw x5. The contact stated that while driving 70 MPH, the overheat warning message illuminated as the vehicle stalled. The contact was able to coast onto the road shoulder where the vehicle was towed to the dealer. The dealer performed diagnostic and located the failure at the electronic water pump. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure and current mileage was 107,000. Updated 3/5/13 *cn the consumer stated the water pump failed twice. The consumer stated the vehicle suddenly shut down while driving in traffic. The vehicle never ran hot or leaked any coolant.
Bmw recalled x5 from 2008-2011 for water pump failure. My x5 is 2007 and it is identical model as 2008-2011 bmw x5. Same design and same water pump part. However bmw manufacturer said it will not be covered by recall because it is not 2008-2011 model. This does not make sense that they do not recall 2007 x5 even if it is identical car to 2008-2011 bmw x5.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 bmw x5. The contact was driving 55 MPH when the check engine warning light illuminated and the vehicle began to overheat. The vehicle was merged to the side of the road and was towed to a mechanic who advised that the water pump had failed. The dealer was notified who stated there were no recalls on the vehicle. The failure mileage was 53,000.
Questions about the 2007 BMW X5 SAV engine
Does the 2007 BMW X5 SAV have engine problems?
Owners have filed 11 complaints about the engine of the 2007 BMW X5 SAV, 19% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 2007 BMW X5 SAV engine problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 94,000 miles.
Was there a recall on the 2007 BMW X5 SAV engine?
Yes, 2 recalls: 22V119000, 07V479000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the BMW X5 SAV have bad engine?
The BMW X5 SAV model years with the most engine complaints are 2007 (11 complaints) and 2011 (10 complaints).
Other 2007 BMW X5 SAV problems
Brakes 16Electrical 12Airbags 7Body 7Transmission 7Acceleration 3Suspension 3Driver assistance 2Lights 2Seat belts 2Seats 2Wheels 2Fuel system 1Locks 1Tires 1Visibility 1
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