2009 BMW X5 Electrical system Problems

“My 2009 X5 with 127000 miles recently indicated a burnt out brake light. While replacing the light, I found the rear upper right brake light was burnt out, the taillight itself is melted, and the socket is severely melted and scorched. On further investigation, the opposite side (left/driver's side) was also melted! Checking online, this appears to be a common problem. I am afraid this could be a fire hazard and was surprised to learn there is not an outstanding recall on the taillights for this vehicle.”

“The idrive system on the X5 controls the reverse camera and park distance sensors. My vehicle currently has 36,000 miles. The reverse camera and park distance system has a major lag when engaging from park to reverse when you would want to use it. The lag can be measured in minutes, and takes away a major safety feature. Bmw's response is that the system takes time to warm up, but other cars I've driven by other manufacturers have zero lag.”

“My 2009 Bmw X5 is exhibiting the same issues listed on the NHTSA campaign number 13v339000 relating to the 'fuel filter heater/ possible fire' issue. Although the make, model, and year are exactly as listed on the NHTSA recall 13v339000 for some reason my vehicle's VIN is not listed on the recall note. I pleaded with the Bmw dealership to repair this safety issue due to the fact that the make model and year are the same to no avail. My vehicle has a warning light indicating I have the issue with the heater as well as battery drain issues related to the heater staying on not by design. …”

“My truck Bmw parking for more than 6 hours, fire without a known cause, remaining with total loss, I communicated via email with the Bmw, after reviewing the internet and find the research done by you, and receiving the possible diagnostic of what happened an overheating in the pcb valve that rusted and caused the truck to fire , and knowing the bells that are reaping to pick up the vehicles in the united states and canada, but that they know should be extended to other countries, I put in I know the facts, receiving from them, exactly the Bmw group mexico, the answer that they had no…”

“2009 Bmw X5 35d vehicle started to display various malfunction codes going into limp mode several times in the middle of traffic loosing power or sudden shut down of engine especially going over pumps or rough and uneven surfaces smoke was seen coming from under hood. Vehicle eventually had a no starting condition. Last display on idrive said ignition malfunction. …”