2009 BMW X5 Suspension Problems
- Complaints
- 3about this part
- Share
- 2%of 138 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 70,124miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 3 complaints about the suspension of the 2009 BMW X5, 2% of the 138 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 70,124 miles.
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.
“Sudden failure of water pump at 72k miles without warning while driving at 35 MPH. Vehicle lost power steering, became impossible to drive. Pulled over. Bmw said well known issue but Bmw not willing to provide any assistance. Very dangerous defect. Takata air bag recall - listed on bmws website as available but Bmw service center said still not available. Want to sell the car but cannot because buyers are aware of the recall and do not wish to purchase the vehicle. Bmw also refuses to purchase the vehicle as a trade in. Will owners be compensated? Rear air springs failed at 72k miles. …”
NHTSA complaint #10908061, filed 2016-09, 72,000 miles“There have been two occasions that I have changed the fuel pump on my vehicle. It is extremely dangerous that it turns off suddenly. I am so afraid that this might just happen worst thing is that there are no light indicators that will tell you that there is something wrong.”
NHTSA complaint #11320844, filed 2020-04Related service bulletins
- 10179812Aug 1, 2020CRACKING NOISES FROM THE FRONTAXLE AREA WHILE TURNING THE WHEELS, WHEN STATION: Cracking noises are heard from the front axle area while maneuvering at low speeds (e.g., parking…
- 10138386Apr 1, 2018Cracking noises from the front axle area while turning the wheels, when stationary or parking
- 10147009Aug 1, 2016CLICKING NOISE FROM FRONT AXLE This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI 31 01 12 dated June 2015. Clicking noises are heard from the front axle area while maneuvering at…
- 10150219Aug 1, 2013Clicking Noise from Front Axle. Clicking noises are heard from the front axle area while maneuvering at low speeds (e.g., parking lot maneuvers). CAUSE Movement between the…
- 10150107Mar 1, 2013"Squeaking Noises from Steering Wheel While Turning. There is a squeaking noise from the steering column when the steering wheel is turned. The rubber boot on the steering column…
Suspension: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 1 | 3% |
| 2022 | 3 | 4% |
| 2021 | 2 | 2% |
| 2020 | 3 | 3% |
| 2019 | 2 | 1% |
| 2018 | 6 | 8% |
| 2017 | 4 | 5% |
| 2016 | 4 | 5% |
| 2015 | 5 | 3% |
| 2014 | 2 | 2% |
| 2013 | 2 | 1% |
| 2012 | 6 | 2% |
| 2011 | 3 | 1% |
| 2009 | 3 | 2% |
| 2008 | 3 | 1% |
| 2006 | 1 | 1% |
| 2005 | 2 | 2% |
| 2004 | 3 | 5% |
| 2003 | 3 | 3% |
| 2002 | 2 | 2% |
| 2001 | 7 | 4% |
| 2000 | 1 | 3% |
Other parts of the 2009 BMW X5
42 complaintsAir bags
41 complaintsEngine
30 complaintsElectrical system
16 complaintsBrakes
10 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
10 complaintsOther or unknown
9 complaintsSeats
9 complaintsEngine cooling
6 complaintsSteering
6 complaintsExterior lighting
5 complaintsLatches, locks and linkages
2 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2009 BMW X5
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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