2013 BMW X5 Seats Problems
- Complaints
- 4about this part
- Share
- 3%of 149 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 95,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 4 complaints about the seats of the 2013 BMW X5, 3% of the 149 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 95,000 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.
“Occupancy seat sensor is malfunctioning. The part to fix the item is $1,500 including labor. The part is out of stock. So this is happening to many Bmw. Approval to replace has been granted on other Bmw models. Why isn't mine covered? The sensor is always on even if no one is in the seat.”
NHTSA complaint #11265229, filed 2019-09, 120,000 miles“Passenger seat sensor for airbag has failed. Was told not covered under warranty or any recall, estimate of $2,200. Was told that safety system is now compromised for passenger.”
NHTSA complaint #11341987, filed 2020-07, 70,000 miles“To whom it may concern: the front passenger air bag seat occupancy sensor mat has failed on my vehicle. This means the passenger side airbag is not active. It has been recalled in the past by Bmw multiple times, 17v605 and 17v428, but my vehicle was not included. However, this appears to still be an issue.”
NHTSA complaint #11220905, filed 2019-06“Warning light on dash that reads fault in passenger restraint system affecting airbag, tensioner or belt-force limiter. Bmw dealer (roadshow Bmw / memphis) did replace belt tensioner at a cost to me but the error code remains. The passenger seat mat could cause this problem. Has there been a recall on the passenger seat mat? I feel that this is a safety issue dealing with airbags and seatbelts. …”
NHTSA complaint #11170156, filed 2019-01Related service bulletins
- 10244258Oct 20, 2023Second 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.
- 10225113Sep 1, 2022The passenger's side (right rear) of the 60/40 split 2nd row seat may intermittently not fully latch into position on one side (inner rail).
- 10225112Sep 1, 2022When returning the 2nd row seat 40% (right) side from Easy-Entry: The seat stops moving before reaching the final home position, a check control message (CCM) appears alerting…
- 10225111Sep 1, 2022When returning the 2nd row seat 60% (left) side from Easy-Entry: The seat stops moving before reaching the final home position, a check control message (CCM) appears alerting the…
- 10225110Sep 1, 2022The 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).
Seats: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 1 | 1% |
| 2019 | 3 | 2% |
| 2017 | 4 | 5% |
| 2015 | 2 | 1% |
| 2013 | 4 | 3% |
| 2012 | 3 | 1% |
| 2011 | 1 | 0% |
| 2010 | 2 | 2% |
| 2009 | 9 | 7% |
| 2008 | 3 | 1% |
| 2006 | 25 | 15% |
| 2005 | 7 | 9% |
| 2004 | 7 | 11% |
| 2003 | 7 | 7% |
| 2001 | 6 | 4% |
Other parts of the 2013 BMW X5
47 complaintsEngine
45 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
36 complaintsElectrical system
21 complaintsOther or unknown
18 complaintsFuel system
9 complaintsBrakes
7 complaintsEngine cooling
6 complaintsSeat belts
5 complaintsBody and structure
5 complaintsSteering
2 complaintsSuspension
2 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2013 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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