2018 BMW X5 Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors) Problems
- Complaints
- 3about this part
- Share
- 4%of 73 total for the year
- Median mileage
- —not reported
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 3 complaints about the visibility of the 2018 BMW X5, 4% of the 73 complaints for this model year.
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.
“The windshield wiper fluid reservoir failed and leaked out all the fluid at 6.5 years/34,000 miles. Without wiper fluid I am unable to clean the windshield which is a visibility safety issue. The car is currently at the dealer waiting for a repair part.”
NHTSA complaint #11635402, filed 2025-01“The windshield wiper reservoir leaks fluid. The reservoir has been filled by the dealership and I was informed it is a safety hazard to not have it repaired. After some research, this is a common issue in 2016-2018 BMW X5 models.”
NHTSA complaint #11762172, filed 2026-09Related 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…
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 2018 BMW X5
18 complaintsElectrical system
15 complaintsEngine
11 complaintsOther or unknown
11 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
10 complaintsEngine cooling
9 complaintsSuspension
6 complaintsAir bags
4 complaintsTires
4 complaintsBrakes
3 complaintsElectronic stability control
2 complaintsSteering
2 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2018 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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