2012 BMW X5 Other or unknown Problems
- Complaints
- 14about this part
- Share
- 5%of 271 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 58,600miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 14 complaints about the other or unknown of the 2012 BMW X5, 5% of the 271 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 58,600 miles. 1 a fire, 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.
“On 2018 the engine's idler pulley bolt fail. The vehicle lose the power and don't run. I have tried to fix the problem with Bmw agency on tucson arizona, but they never can help with this problem. They always say the same 'we can't do nothing about it. I'm very fustrated because this is my only vehicle. Finally I visited another mechanic to fix my vehicle. I already spend money to fix the problem, and you company just give me excuses. I'm very upset with the service, very bad service. …”
NHTSA complaint #11190409, filed 2019-03, 128,000 miles“I leased my 2012 Bmw X5 35i in may 2011. I was driving on the interstate with 2 toddlers at around 65 MPH, when the car suddenly lost power and the message displayed engine malfunction, reduced power . I pulled over on the shoulder, and tried to re-start the car, but it won't start. When it did start after multiple attempts, the car shook vigorously and then turned off. I initiated the sos call via the Bmw assist feature in the car. For some reason, the call failed multiple times, and the data could not be transferred. …”
NHTSA complaint #10432952, filed 2011-10, 8,200 miles“I pulled into a gas station, and as I approached the pump and put on brakes, I heard a crack. After I pumped my gas, I started my car, and a battery light came on along with an indication that there was a charging error . I attempted to drive off, but I could not turn my steering wheel left or right. My husband looked on the hood, and noted that a belt was hanging down and fluid was spewed everywhere. My car was towed to the dealer for repair. My invoice indicates that the alternator tensioner bolt was broken that connected the alternator belt to the engine (?) and had to be repaired. …”
NHTSA complaint #10559422, filed 2014-01, 14,484 miles“Bmw has opened a recall for my vehicle as of may, 23 of 2018 and the parts aren't available even now. I have called them numerous times with no success at all. Nobody nows when these parts will be available. I'm a rent a car company owner and this vehicle stays in my garage and collects dust with no revenue what so ever. Please help me to resolve this issue.”
NHTSA complaint #11155537, filed 2018-12“My car was sitting on the driveway and spontaneously caught on fire. It has not been driven for the last week or two. Nobody was home, when it caught on fire. Our neighbors called 911”
NHTSA complaint #11708556, filed 2026-01Related service bulletins
- 10058483Apr 1, 2015Bmw: procedural information on the installation of fuel system low pressure sensor and not correctly installed will lead to failure of low pressure sensor and metal supply line…
- 10056099Jun 1, 2014Bmw: when using iphone, various connectivity failures occur, such as disconnection of call, list of contacts incomplete, due to the variants and software used. Model 2008-2014.
Other or unknown: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 6 | 21% |
| 2025 | 5 | 8% |
| 2024 | 9 | 6% |
| 2023 | 8 | 24% |
| 2022 | 17 | 24% |
| 2021 | 18 | 16% |
| 2020 | 16 | 14% |
| 2019 | 31 | 16% |
| 2018 | 11 | 15% |
| 2017 | 9 | 12% |
| 2016 | 14 | 19% |
| 2015 | 19 | 13% |
| 2014 | 9 | 9% |
| 2013 | 18 | 12% |
| 2012 | 14 | 5% |
| 2011 | 20 | 8% |
| 2010 | 13 | 10% |
| 2009 | 9 | 7% |
| 2008 | 12 | 6% |
| 2007 | 4 | 6% |
| 2006 | 6 | 4% |
| 2005 | 4 | 5% |
| 2004 | 3 | 5% |
| 2003 | 7 | 7% |
| 2002 | 5 | 5% |
| 2001 | 4 | 3% |
| 2000 | 2 | 7% |
Other parts of the 2012 BMW X5
92 complaintsAir bags
83 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
53 complaintsElectrical system
29 complaintsFuel system
29 complaintsSteering
20 complaintsEngine cooling
12 complaintsBody and structure
7 complaintsSuspension
6 complaintsBrakes
4 complaintsSeat belts
4 complaintsExterior lighting
3 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2012 BMW X5
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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