2007 BMW X5 brakes problems

Filed Sep 26, 2025 · Brakes, Engine · 112,000 miles · MD

The contact owns a 2007 BMW X5. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost power steering functionality. The contact used force to pull over to the side of the road. The messages "Active Steering Inactive" and "Change of Steering Wheel and 4WD Malfunction" were displayed. The braking system warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the foot module had failed. The foot pedal was replaced; however, the failure persisted. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer three times. The contact stated that on a separate occasion, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended while depressing the accelerator pedal and the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer, where it was diagnosed with an unknown failure. The cooling system was replaced. The contact related the failures to the federal safety agency Campaign Numbers: 13V045000 (SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, SERVICE BRAKES) and 12E029000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING); however, the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 112,000.

Filed Apr 28, 2025 · Brakes · 217,000 miles · NJ

The contact owns a 2007 BMW X5. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the brake pedal was depressed, and the brakes delayed in responding. The failure had occurred on several occasions. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed that the secondary hydraulic pump needed to be replaced. The contact researched and was made aware of an unknown the federal safety agency Campaign Number; however, the VIN was not included. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred the contact to the federal safety agency Hotline to report the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 217,000.

Filed Nov 8, 2021 · Acceleration, Brakes · MO · crash · 2 injuries

Unintended acceleration with loss of braking effectiveness. We hit a tree head on going at least 50 by the time we struck it. The vehicle was inspected before we bought it and we only bought it 3 days before the accident occurred. The check engine light came on that afternoon and we were going to get it checked out on Monday.

Filed May 18, 2021 · Brakes, Lights · TX

When purchased, it was discovered that the OE Passenger Side (Right) brake light/indicator housing of this vehicle had melted from the heat of the standard OE halogen brake bulb, causing the brake light to fall out of its placement in the housing. This results in the brake light indicator to emit little or no visible warning to other drivers, since the indicator bulb has fallen down outside of the casing. Because the indicator may not be visible to other drivers, it presents a hazard of others not being warned that I am braking and could result in drivers of other vehicles not being prepared to brake and therefore could result in a collision that can vary from minor fender bender to fatal collision. It could also result in a more devastating vehicle fire that could destroy more than just the indicator housing. It is visible and is reproduced every time vehicle brake pedal is depressed and brake indicators are engaged. Problem has been confirmed by BMW of South Austin. This specific vehicle has yet to be inspected by insurance, police, manufacturer or others, but is a known problem with these rear indicator housing assemblies that are present on both sides of the vehicle. No warning chimes or signals were present before, during, or after incident, and to this day, there are still no warning signals, signs, chimes, or indicators present.

Filed Nov 23, 2020 · Brakes · 96,871 miles · MO

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 bmw x5. The contact stated that while driving and applying the brakes, the vehicle failed to stop in a timely manner causing the braking distance to be extended 60-70 feet. Bmw of northwest arkansas (2500 se moberly ln, bentonville, ar 72712; (479) 286-3012) was contacted and informed of the failure. The contact was informed that the VIN was not under recall. The VIN was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 13v045000 (service brakes hydraulic, service brakes). The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 96,871.

Filed Jul 6, 2019 · Brakes · 127 miles · CT

I was driving at normal speed and tried to come to a complete stop but my car would not stop. Break pedal was pushed all the way down and car would not stop.

Filed Aug 28, 2018 · Brakes · 88,000 miles · TX

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 bmw x5. When the brake pedal was depressed, the stopping distance increased excessively without warning. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the brake vacuum line was defective and needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure due to the vehicle previously being remedied per the federal safety agency campaign number: 13v045000 (service brakes, hydraulic). The dealer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 88,000.

Filed Aug 8, 2018 · Brakes, Electrical · NC · fire

My husband was driving down the road all of a sudden he couldn't stop and also, car caught on fire. Called and there's so recall it should be because my husband could have died

Filed Jul 31, 2018 · Brakes · MA

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 bmw x5. While driving various speeds, the brakes failed to function properly. The vehicle was taken to the dealer (bmw of warwick, 1515 bald hill rd, warwick, ri 02886, (401) 515-4894), but was not diagnosed or repaired due to the contact being responsible for the cost. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact of the same information as the dealer. The failure mileage was unknown.

Filed Mar 7, 2018 · Brakes · 120,000 miles · CA

My brake vacuum pump is leaking fluid in the same manner described under recall campaign 13v‑045, but the recall was apparently not applied to my vehicle. Apparently this presents safety issues while braking. It was identified yesterday, but I'm not sure how long it has been an issue.