2007 BMW X5 SAV Body and structure Problems
- Complaints
- 7about this part
- Share
- 12%of 59 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 40,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 7 complaints about the body and structure of the 2007 BMW X5 SAV, 12% of the 59 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 40,000 miles. 2 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“I was exiting a parking garage and hit a column, the airbag went off. I was transported to the hospital. I sustained a c1 neck fracture and an abrasion on my forehead. I was in a neck collar for 3 months with very limited activity and no driving. My car was declared a total loss. I am presently going to physical therapy 2-3 times per week for my neck.”
NHTSA complaint #10650165, filed 2014-10, 55,000 miles“Takata recall I was in a serious accident on the interstate going downward on the ramp with my 2007 x5. My tire blew off the rim causing me to lose control and eventually strike the side wall. Was wearing seat belt during accident,seat belt did not restrain me and head hit windshield. Debris from airbag in steering wheel cut me in various places. Not all of my airbags deployed, only steering wheel and curtain. Second accident with a Bmw truck where either only a few deployed or none at all. …”
NHTSA complaint #10990820, filed 2017-05, 46 miles“Complaint is of a 2007 Bmw x-5(purchased 6 months ago). I have experienced the carpet in the floor board(passenger side) gets wet. Since has discovered that other owners have experienced the same problem. Bmw issued a service bulletin on nov. 2008. Would like for this to become a recall issue.”
NHTSA complaint #10383904, filed 2011-02, 35,000 miles“This is my second complaint of problems caused by water intrusion of my 2007 Bmw x-5. First complaint was the passenger-side floorboard carpet getting wet. Now, I have a problem with electrical components getting wet. My satellite radio receiver was destroyed by moisture. I would like to know if this problem with water intrusion is truly repairable or should Bmw recall these vehicles.”
NHTSA complaint #10399708, filed 2011-05“The contact owns a 2007 Bmw x5. The contact stated during rainy weather, water leaked into the satellite radio receiver module and caused severe damage. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for diagnosis where they informed the cotnact that the satellite module would need to be replaced. The part was not in stock and the vehicle would be repaired when the part became available. The manufacturer was made aware of the defect. The approximate failure mileage was 45,000. Updated 07/06/11 updated 3/15/12”
NHTSA complaint #10406083, filed 2011-06, 45,000 milesRelated service bulletins
- 10037027Aug 1, 2010Bmw: model e70 equipped with an automatic tailgate. The rear tailgate may not operate in either direction due to wiring damage.
- 10029008Nov 1, 2008Bmw: water leak in the front right footwell area causing the carpet to become wet.
Body and structure: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 1 | 8% |
| 2007 | 7 | 12% |
Other parts of the 2007 BMW X5 SAV
16 complaintsElectrical system
12 complaintsAir bags
7 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
7 complaintsEngine
6 complaintsEngine cooling
5 complaintsSuspension
3 complaintsVehicle speed control
3 complaintsElectronic stability control
2 complaintsExterior lighting
2 complaintsOther or unknown
2 complaintsSeat belts
2 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2007 BMW X5 SAV
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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