2009 BMW X5: check engine light

Filed Feb 22, 2018 · Driver assistance, Fuel system · 99,000 miles · WA

While driving at speeds up to 70 MPH, the vehicle shuts off completely with no warning signs. When vehicle shuts off, all systems are completely off including power steering, antilock braking, the engine itself, all electrical systems, lights - everything completely powerless. The car will then not start for 10-15 minutes, but no check engine lights, and most importantly no errors logged in the computer. The first 2 times this happened was on a freeway at 60-70mph cruising speed. No sounds or warnings the x5 immediately shuts off. We have been fortunate enough to avoid a major accident or severe injury/death this could easily cause. This happened 5 times over a 14 month period, even after 2 bmw certified fixes. After the first incident, we brought it directly to bmw northwest in fife wa. The service department examined the vehicle, talked with bmw us headquarters - their recommendation was that we pay $800 to have the entire fuel system cleaned, and the cause of the problem was likely debris in the fuel lines. We consented to the fix and paid for the repair. After getting the vehicle back it happened 2 additional times. Once again on a freeway going 60 MPH, another time on a side street going 30 MPH. We then took it back to bmw northwest, they found that there were 3 parts in the fuel system that had not been 'recalled' but were under some type of warranty. Claimed it was a free $3500+ repair, we took it home after the 'fix'. 3 months later, the same issue occurred 1 time while driving the vehicle at about 35 MPH. Took it back to bmw nw again, this time they are claiming 3 fuel injectors need to be replaced (but they recommend all 6, even though they were previously determined not to be the cause of the issue). They want to 'eliminate' the possibility with the said fix but believe that is likely not the cause and the root is electrical issues.

Filed Apr 28, 2017 · Airbags, Fuel system · 140,000 miles · TX

Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2009 bmw x5. The contact stated that the check engine and small vacuum system leak warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the fuel pump was leaking fumes and needed to be replaced. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign numbers: 16v071000 (air bags), 16v364000 (air bags), and 16v746000 (fuel system, gasoline). The part needed for the repair was not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact called two local dealers. One dealer informed the contact that the recall was too new and they would call the contact back. The other dealer informed the contact they would not service the recall. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 140,000. Parts distribution disconnect and VIN tool confirms parts not available.

Filed Feb 2, 2017 · Fuel system · NC

Tl* the contact owns a 2009 bmw x5. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled and the check engine warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 16v746000 (fuel system, gasoline); however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage and VIN were unknown. Parts distribution disconnect.

Filed Jan 13, 2017 · Engine, Fuel system · 45,000 miles · NY

Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2009 bmw x5. The contact stated that the check engine warning indicator illuminated intermittently. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign numbers: 16v071000 (air bags) and 16v746000 (fuel system, gasoline). The parts for the recall repairs were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The failure mileage was approximately 45,000. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. Parts distribution disconnect. Vin tool confirms parts not available.

Filed Dec 15, 2016 · Airbags, Fuel system · 87,050 miles · NV

I received a recall notice about air bags in august. I have still not received notification of parts. My bmw x5 is now having another very debilitating problem. It shuts off, stalls, won't start, emits very toxic and strong fumes of burning gas when I start my car and when im idling. The engine light up then , it shakes, it has no punch. I felt as though it was part of the other recall with the fuel pump and I took it to my local bmw dealership for diagnostics and they dismissed me, told me I had to pay more for more tests and that it absolutely was not the fuel pump recall. In the meantime I asked about the air bag recall and they said no they couldn't help. I complained and [xxx] of parts and service said fine, they would fix the airbags right then, but couldn't offer me a rental. After 3 hours and 3 hours more I could not stay because I had to work so he put that I request recallvwork on my car which is absolutely not true. I just couldn't stay. I needed to make an appointment for acday that I was off but he was very unhelpful. Well yesterday I received the originial recall letter for the fuel pump and im shocked once again that there is no solution at this time. I have a car that is a ticking time bomb waiting to explode. The fumes are giving me headaches, I've got 2 very dangerous recalls that say if I have problems pull over and for to dealership immediately. But nobody wants to help me. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

Filed Apr 21, 2016 · Electrical, Engine · 80,000 miles · CA

Tl* the contact owns a 2009 bmw x5. While driving 65 MPH, the vehicle stalled without warning. The steering wheel became difficult to turn and the gear selector shifted from the drive position to the neutral position. Afterwards, the engine light illuminated. The contact could not restart the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to a local mechanic, but was not able to be diagnosed. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 80,000.

Filed Dec 7, 2015 · Engine · 86,000 miles · PA

Tl* the contact owns a 2009 bmw x5. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 25 MPH, the overheat engine warning light illuminated continuously. In addition, the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was towed to the contacts residence. The contact was an independent mechanic and diagnosed that the electrical water pump needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The VIN was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 11v521000 ( engine, engine cooling). The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 86,000.

Filed Nov 27, 2015 · Engine · 70,000 miles · NM

Diesel x5 has a faulty passive def tank which illuminates the check engine light and does not provide def fluid to the emissions control system. Bmw will not pay for repairs and could not provide replacement part for the last 6 months due to sensor redesign. Vehicle emitting toxic emissions for 6 months. Could be thousands of vehicles affected. Health safety condition.

Filed Nov 10, 2014 · Fuel system · 60,000 miles · NY

Tl* the contact owns a 2009 bmw x5. The contact stated once the speedometer reached 40 MPH, the check engine light illuminated and the message "engine malfunction stop the vehicle" displayed on the panel. The vehicle was taken to a dealer. The technician diagnosed that the fuel supply system needed to be repaired. The failure had not been repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the issue. The approximate failure mileage was 60,000.

Filed Sep 9, 2010 · Engine · 14,000 miles · VA

Tl* the contact owns a 2009 bmw x5. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 55-65 MPH, the vehicle would suddenly decelerate to about 25 MPH. The vehicle would then completely shut down with no power steering or power brakes. After the failure, the check engine light would illuminate. The contact pulled the emergency brake and the vehicle was towed to an authorized dealership. The dealer stated that they made repairs to the computer. The contact experienced the same failure the day after receiving the vehicle from the dealer. The vehicle was being repaired at the time of the complaint. The contact called the manufacturer who stated that they would investigate but had not corresponded with the contact since. The VIN was unavailable when the complaint was filed. The current mileage was approximately 15,000. The failure mileage was approximately 14,000.