2000 BMW X5 Problems
- Complaints
- 29filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 70,000miles, 13 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 61 do-not-drive
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
- NHTSA crash rating
- —overall rating starts with 2011 models
- EPA fuel economy
- 14 mpgcombined, 4.4L 8-cyl RWD · 12 city / 16 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2000 BMW X5 (complaints, recalls, investigations), EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 29 consumer complaints for the 2000 BMW X5. The part named most often is transmission and drivetrain, with 7 complaints (24% of the total), followed by visibility (7) and brakes (3). 13 of the complaints include a mileage, and 8% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 70,000 miles. Of all complaints, 2 involved a crash, 1 a fire, 1 an injury, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns (1 marked do-not-drive) and 66 technical service bulletins for this model year. Transmission and drivetrain complaints overlap with 1 recall campaign covering the park/neutral start interlock switch and 2 technical service bulletins filed under the same part. Visibility complaints overlap with 5 technical service bulletins filed under the same part.
Not compared (before 2008). Model years 2008–2023 of the same vehicle that have at least 25 complaints are compared, and a model needs at least 3 of them.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Brakes3 10%
- Electrical system2 6.9%
- Exterior lighting2 6.9%
- Other or unknown2 6.9%
- Seat belts2 6.9%
- Air bags1 3.5%
- Engine1 3.5%
Also reported: Steering (1), Body and structure (1), Suspension (1), Tires (1), Vehicle speed control (1).
Example complaints
Transmission and drivetrain: “On june 3, 2009 I took my X5 Bmw to checkered flag Bmw 5225 virginia beach blvd virginia beach, virginia 23454 to have an inconsistent hesitation checked. There was no check engine or transmission light on. The vehicle was left with the dealer for 3 days, the service manager called on june 6, 2009 , told my husband and I that the transmission was completely burned up. I told the service manager that the X5 has a seal transmission. According to my service manual a warning light should had came on putting the vehicle in transmission safe mode informing me to take it to the dealer for service. …”
NHTSA complaint #10276405, filed 2009-07, 33,000 milesVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors): “Dt: the contact stated the windshield wipers completely and randomly failed to work. The windshield wiper quit four times in two years. The first time this happened the Bmw dealership replaced the motor. It quit again about six months later. Since then the dealer has not been able to duplicate the problem; mostly because occurred randomly. Updated 12/27/05.”
NHTSA complaint #10143354, filed 2005-11, 50,000 milesBrakes: “Vehicle has had intermittent brake failure at slow speeds. Dealer replaced cracked master cylinder and rear ABS sensor. Then, stated there was nothing wrong with vehicle. While driving 20 MPH consumer rearended another vehicle due to brake failure. Damage to vehicle was $ 500.00 vehicle has been at dealer since accident on 21 may 2001. On one occasion, the speedometer quit working when the ABS light illuminated, while slowing down on dry pavement, vehicle started to jerk forward and back, dealer replaced wheel speed sensor. Drivers side seat belt does not retract.”
NHTSA complaint #892605, filed 2001-07Latches, locks and linkages: “The contact owns a 2000 Bmw X5. While parked, the contact attempted to exit the vehicle using the front driver side door but the door would not open. The contact exited the vehicle through another door and noticed the front driver side door also would not open from the outside. The vehicle was not taken to have the failure diagnosed. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileages were 76,000. The VIN was unavailable.”
NHTSA complaint #10384325, filed 2011-02, 76,000 milesMileage when problems were reported
8% of the 13 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 59,000 and 82,000 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Trend: stable. Complaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 2000 BMW X5 version. Annual fuel cost is the EPA's estimate at its current fuel prices for 15,000 miles a year (55% city driving).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| X5 RWD | 4.4L 8-cyl | 5-speed automatic | 12 | 16 | 14 | $5,850 |
Source: U.S. EPA and Department of Energy, fueleconomy.gov. Ratings are for comparing vehicles; real-world mileage varies with driving and conditions.
Recalls and investigations
- Air bags › Frontal › Driver side › Inflator moduleCovers: BMW X5 2000–2001
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2000-2001 X5 vehicles that may be equipped with a sport steering wheel containing a Takata PSDI-4 air bag inflator. The inflator may explode during deployment due to propellant degradation occurring after…
- 03V001000Jan 9, 2003Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittingsCovers: BMW X5 2000–2002
On certain sport utility vehicles, it may be possible for the front brake line to slip out of the retaining bracket located at the front strut. The brake hose that is attached to the brake line could come in contact with the tire and be subjected to wear and…
- 02V194000Jul 24, 2002Service brakes, hydraulic › Pedals and linkagesCovers: BMW X5 2000–2001
On certain passenger vehicles, due to a manufacturing problem, the brake pedal arm pivot shaft could loosen from its support bracket.
- 01V195000Jun 14, 2001Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittingsCovers: BMW X5 1999–2000
Vehicle description: 4.4i sport utility vehicles. There is a plastic carrier to which the oil filter housing is attached. Oil supply and return lines are attached to the filter housing. Over time, this carrier could sag slightly. If this happens, one of the…
- 01V196000Jun 14, 2001Power train › Automatic transmission › Park/neutral start interlock switchCovers: BMW X5 2000–2001
Vehicle description: 4.4i sport utility vehicles. Over an extended period of time, abrasion particles could deposit on the electrical contacts within the switch, causing a disruption of the electric current through the contacts. If the disruption occurs when…
- 00V010000Jan 18, 2000Steering › Steering wheel/handle barCovers: BMW X5 2000
Vehicle description: sport utility vehicles. The lower steering shaft coupling includes a plastic collar which fits over the lower steering rack input shaft. This collar is pushed down onto the steering rack and tightened during assembly. On some of the…
Recall details for the 2000 BMW X5 → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 66 on record; the latest 10 are shown.
- 11008322Sep 20, 2024Engine. Thermostat Return
- 10249437Jan 16, 2024Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors), Electrical system. The basic conditions for initializing the power windows are not met.
- 10247567Dec 20, 2023Engine cooling, Fuel system. Engine will crank but not start. There is no communication with the integrated fuel module (TFE) whendiagnosing with ISTA. The following two fault codes will be stored in the DME: 032B43 - Low fuel…
- 10245422Nov 22, 2023Equipment, Electrical system. Customers may state that the alarm system (DWA) is not active after locking their unoccupied vehicle. Depending on the vehicleâÂÂs equipment and settings, no acoustic or optical confirmation…
- 10244258Oct 20, 2023Seats. Second seat row blocking access to third seat row, program seat modules. Visible stitching on first row sport seat. Third seat row backrest Bowden cable routing and length change.
- 10244242Oct 19, 2023Lane departure, Forward collision avoidance, Vehicle speed…. Various functions of the camera-based driver assistance systems (ADCAM system) can lead to customer complaints.
- 10244239Oct 18, 2023Body and structure, Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). This situation can result in two customer complaints: 1. Wind noise 2. Excess water entry
- 10225126Sep 1, 2022Equipment. Vehicle cannot be opened or closed using comfort access, engine start is not possible, and the vehicle may not start when placing the key against the steering column.
- 10225115Sep 1, 2022Electrical system. Customer is unable to power up or charge accessories through a plug adapter inserted in the front 12-volt power socket plug. Alternatively, it will only operate when constant downward hand pressure…
- 10225110Sep 1, 2022Seats. The driver's side (left rear) of the 60/40 split 2nd row seat may intermittently not fully latch into position on one side (inner rail).
Other model years of the BMW X5
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 28 | 3,000 | 2 | 4 | 22 | Too new to compare | Too new |
| 2025 | 63 | 2,000 | 5 | 4 | 22 | Too new to compare | Too new |
| 2024 | 145 | 7,500 | 8 | 4 | 25 | Too new to compare | Too new |
| 2023 | 33 | 6,000 | 4 | 4 | 15 | 37 · Typical | Too new |
| 2022 | 72 | 39,000 | 1 | 4 | 15 | 33 · Fewer | Rising |
| 2021 | 110 | 36,400 | 12 | 4 | 15 | 83 · More | Rising |
| 2020 | 113 | 54,000 | 11 | 4 | 23 | 59 · Typical | Rising |
| 2019 | 193 | 19,500 | 13 | 4 | 22 | 82 · More | Rising |
| 2018 | 73 | 27,050 | 5 | 5 | 21 | 24 · Fewer | Rising |
| 2017 | 75 | 29,000 | 6 | 5 | 21 | 44 · Typical | Stable |
| 2016 | 74 | 52,000 | 5 | 5 | 21 | 20 · Fewer | Stable |
| 2015 | 152 | 68,000 | 6 | 5 | 22 | 46 · Typical | Rising |
| 2014 | 99 | 24,500 | 8 | — | 22 | 58 · Typical | Rising |
| 2013 | 149 | 62,000 | 6 | 4 | 16 | 48 · Typical | Falling |
| 2012 | 271 | 69,500 | 10 | — | 16 | 83 · More | Falling |
| 2011 | 263 | 69,569 | 14 | — | 16 | 84 · More | Falling |
| 2010 | 124 | 68,900 | 14 | — | 16 | 43 · Typical | Falling |
| 2009 | 138 | 82,500 | 12 | — | 18 | 52 · Typical | Falling |
| 2008 | 215 | 74,000 | 10 | — | 18 | 62 · Typical | Falling |
| 2007 | 71 | 112,500 | 8 | — | 18 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2006 | 168 | 85,000 | 2 | — | 16 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2005 | 82 | 88,500 | 2 | — | 16 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2004 | 64 | 88,500 | 4 | — | 16 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2003 | 99 | 74,200 | 3 | — | 16 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2002 | 102 | 87,905 | 3 | — | 16 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2001 | 160 | 80,157 | 12 | — | 16 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 2000 | 29 | 70,000 | 6 | — | 14 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
All BMW X5 model years · Best and worst years by complaints
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2000 BMW X5 have?
NHTSA recorded 29 consumer complaints for the 2000 BMW X5 as of Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2000 BMW X5 is reported most often?
Transmission and drivetrain is named most often, in 7 complaints (24% of the total), followed by visibility with 7.
Has the 2000 BMW X5 been recalled?
NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns for this model year, 1 of them with a do-not-drive advisory. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2000 BMW X5 get?
The EPA rates the 2000 BMW X5 (X5, 4.4L 8-cyl) at 14 mpg combined, 12 city and 16 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $5,850 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.
At what mileage are problems with the 2000 BMW X5 reported?
Among the 13 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 70,000 miles and the middle half falls between 59,000 and 82,000 miles; 8% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate. Fuel economy is from the EPA and DOE (fueleconomy.gov).
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.