2014 BMW X5 Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors) Problems
- Complaints
- 3about this part
- Share
- 3%of 99 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 87,500miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 3 complaints about the visibility of the 2014 BMW X5, 3% of the 99 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 87,500 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.
“As I was sitting in stop and go traffic, I hear a loud 'boom' similar to a small explosion. Clueless to what had happened because I clearly was not hit by a car or any object as we were sitting still. As I continued to drive I could hear the glass overtop of me continue to crack and seemingly shatter. I got home and found that my panoramic sunroof exploded outwards.”
NHTSA complaint #11308156, filed 2020-02, 110,000 miles“Bmw X5 continued flooding panoramic sunroof leaks manufacturing defect. Flooding interior. The moister make the X5 dangerous to drive ( floor drivers side over one pint of water, driving ability impacted, brakes, no visibility due to severe condensation on windshield, electrical components damaged. Bmw of north america is aware of this nationwide problem. This X5 Bmw X5 extended coverage +feb 15, 2020, certified +2. Maintenance plan feb 15, 2020 + cpo plan covers defects of materials until 2021 and or 100k miles on both incidents of water damage the vehicle was parked on a residential street.”
NHTSA complaint #11288802, filed 2019-12, 65,000 miles“The contact owns a 2014 Bmw X5. While driving at an unknown speed, an abnormal bang sound emitted from the vehicle. The contact pulled over and discovered that the sun roof exploded from within the vehicle. The contact and the driver sustained hearing loss that required medical attention. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and the sun roof was replaced; however, the cause of the failure was not determined. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage and VIN were unknown.”
NHTSA complaint #10950065, filed 2017-02Related service bulletins
- 10249437Jan 16, 2024The basic conditions for initializing the power windows are not met.
- 10244239Oct 18, 2023This situation can result in two customer complaints: 1. Wind noise 2. Excess water entry
- 10225114Sep 1, 2022The front sunroof glass seal has shrunk, creating a gap which can cause wind noise or excess water entry.
- 10184584Nov 1, 2020Low Washer Fluid Warning Light is illuminated when the Washer Fluid Tank is Full: Low Washer Fluid Warning Light is illuminated when the Washer Fluid Tank is Full.There are no…
- 10169468Nov 1, 2019Low Washer Fluid Warning Light is illuminated when the Washer Fluid Tank is Full : The low washer fluid warning is illuminated even though the washer fluid reservoir is full…
- 10166379Sep 1, 2019GURGLING NOISE FROM SUNROOF DRAINS: A gurgling noise can be heard from the front sunroof.
- 10160350Apr 1, 2019The Low Washer Fluid Warning Light is illuminated when the Washer Fluid Tank is Full This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B61 23 15 dated April 2016.
- 10160267Apr 1, 2019The Low Washer Fluid Warning Light is illuminated when the Washer Fluid Tank is Full This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B61 23 15 dated April 2016.
- 10149535Oct 1, 2018SUNROOF REPAIR KIT COMPONENTS. Based on feedback from technicians, it can be difficult to identify the individual components included with sunroof repair kits. In some cases…
- 10146580Mar 1, 2017THUMP AT END OF REAR WINDOW TRAVEL . When opening, a loud thump is heard as the rear window reaches the bottom of its movement. Window guide.
Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors): other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 4 | 6% |
| 2024 | 5 | 3% |
| 2023 | 2 | 6% |
| 2022 | 1 | 1% |
| 2021 | 3 | 3% |
| 2020 | 2 | 2% |
| 2019 | 4 | 2% |
| 2018 | 3 | 4% |
| 2017 | 1 | 1% |
| 2016 | 5 | 7% |
| 2015 | 2 | 1% |
| 2014 | 3 | 3% |
| 2013 | 2 | 1% |
| 2012 | 3 | 1% |
| 2011 | 3 | 1% |
| 2010 | 3 | 2% |
| 2009 | 2 | 1% |
| 2008 | 5 | 2% |
| 2006 | 2 | 1% |
| 2004 | 5 | 8% |
| 2003 | 1 | 1% |
| 2002 | 14 | 14% |
| 2001 | 14 | 9% |
| 2000 | 7 | 24% |
Other parts of the 2014 BMW X5
32 complaintsEngine
16 complaintsElectrical system
15 complaintsBody and structure
15 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
12 complaintsOther or unknown
9 complaintsAir bags
6 complaintsEngine cooling
5 complaintsBrakes
4 complaintsVehicle speed control
4 complaintsElectronic stability control
2 complaintsEquipment
2 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2014 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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