2015 BMW X5 Body and structure Problems
- Complaints
- 6about this part
- Share
- 4%of 152 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 1,180miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 6 complaints about the body and structure of the 2015 BMW X5, 4% of the 152 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 1,180 miles. 1 of these say a crash was involved and 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.
“While driving on the I-15 south near camino del norte, my car caught on fire. The fire came from the inside, back, drivers side from the electrical components! As I entered the 15 a few miles before, I noticed all of the preset stations weren't working and then the car gave an air bag warning. After the airbag warning, there was a parking brake warning. That is when I pulled over, grabbed my purse, and noticed the car was on fire. I called 9-1-1.the fire department came and put the fire out.”
NHTSA complaint #11191544, filed 2019-03, 3 miles“The vehicle started to collect water without my knowledge in the car. It was only until a unnoticeable noise came from the rear of the car. I inspected it and the rear area was soaked with water. So Bmw thinks it is a good idea to store alot of electronic equipment in the rear were the water was. They first claimed that it was possibly clogged drains and that if they were clogged, that nothing would be covered under warranty because it was an outside force . After the inspection, they tell me that a leak was discovered and that it was fixed. …”
NHTSA complaint #11290061, filed 2019-12, 35,000 miles“My husband was traveling on the highway at night. He stated that the car in from of his was stopped in the middle of the highway. He was unable to stop in time to avoid rear ending the other vehicle. We have a new Bmw X5 SUV and he hit a lexus SUV- both substantial vehicles. Both cars were not drivable following the accident. There is major front end damage- possible the car is totaled. I'm not sure yet. The air bags did not deploy. The impact fractured his sternum. He developed pneumonia 2 days later because of the pain in breathing- the accident was wed. …”
NHTSA complaint #10723801, filed 2015-06, 2,200 miles“While driving with my wife and both kids back from brunch sunday early afternoon - the left rear door opened on its own. It was fully closed previously and about a mile or two down the road it popped open and became ajar while driving at approximately 25 MPH. The car indicated a door was open. I had personally closed the door and am sure that it wasn't open when I started driving, the car would have notified me anyway. I pulled over in a parking lot and took photos which I've sent to Bmw. My daughter in the back seat was strapped into a car seat with 5-point harness and separate arm rests. …”
NHTSA complaint #10667555, filed 2014-12, 541 miles“The rear passenger door latch failed while driving. The door would not latch whatsoever, and as such, would swing freely to full open. Closing the door would only bounce it off the car body and would not latch. I inspected the latch and found the door latch to be in exactly the same position as the other passenger doors and the door would not latch when closing from inside, outside or with doors locked or unlocked. The interior door handle had no resistance at all or any feeling of being connected to the door latch. …”
NHTSA complaint #10703044, filed 2015-04, 1,180 milesRelated service bulletins
- 10244239Oct 18, 2023This situation can result in two customer complaints: 1. Wind noise 2. Excess water entry
- 10238081May 1, 2023Upon opening and closing the tailgate, a creaking/groaning sound can be heard from tailgate actuator.
- 10211860Mar 1, 2022A groaning noise is present from the door frame of any door, most commonly when driving over rough roads or during body flex. This situation may be worse in vehicles which are…
- 10166376Sep 1, 2019GROANING NOISE FROM DOORS: A groaning noise is present from the door frame of any door most commonly when driving over rough roads or during body flex. This situation may be…
- 10166232Sep 1, 2019RATTLE/POPPING FROM TAILGATE AREA: There are two related but separate complaints (only one may be present at a time) during driving especially on uneven surfaces. Clicking noises…
- 10153636Jan 1, 2019Automatic hatch does not open completely.
- 10149529Oct 1, 2018DOOR OPENS TO FIRST STAGE WHILE DRIVING. The door opens to the first stage and the "Door Open" indicator (pictogram) will indicate the door affected. This can affect any door…
- 10154852Feb 1, 2018DOOR OPENS TO FIRST STAGE WHILE DRIVING. The door opens to the first stage and the "Door Open" indicator (pictogram) will indicate the door affected. This can affect any door…
- 10142933Jan 1, 2018TAILGATE UNINTENTIONALLY OPENS: Trunk/tailgate may open when vehicle is locked.
- 10146544Feb 1, 2017?RATTLE/ POPPING FROM REAR HATCH AREA . There are two related but separate issues (only one may be present at a time) during driving, especially on uneven surfaces: A. Clicking…
Body and structure: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 3 | 11% |
| 2025 | 1 | 2% |
| 2023 | 4 | 12% |
| 2022 | 1 | 1% |
| 2021 | 4 | 4% |
| 2020 | 4 | 4% |
| 2019 | 6 | 3% |
| 2018 | 2 | 3% |
| 2017 | 5 | 7% |
| 2016 | 4 | 5% |
| 2015 | 6 | 4% |
| 2014 | 15 | 15% |
| 2013 | 5 | 3% |
| 2012 | 7 | 3% |
| 2011 | 4 | 2% |
| 2010 | 3 | 2% |
| 2009 | 1 | 1% |
| 2008 | 1 | 0% |
| 2007 | 1 | 1% |
| 2006 | 4 | 2% |
| 2005 | 5 | 6% |
| 2004 | 7 | 11% |
| 2003 | 4 | 4% |
| 2002 | 9 | 9% |
| 2001 | 10 | 6% |
| 2000 | 1 | 3% |
Other parts of the 2015 BMW X5
50 complaintsEngine
42 complaintsOther or unknown
19 complaintsAir bags
14 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
14 complaintsElectrical system
13 complaintsEngine cooling
9 complaintsSteering
7 complaintsSeat belts
6 complaintsSuspension
5 complaintsBrakes
3 complaintsExterior lighting
3 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2015 BMW X5
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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