2019 BMW X5 Engine Problems
- Complaints
- 52about this part
- Share
- 27%of 193 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 19,500miles
- Trend
- RisingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% higher than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 52 complaints about the engine of the 2019 BMW X5, 27% of the 193 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 19,500 miles. 2 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Our vehicle is in for the 4th visit for a persistent oil leak. The first 2 visits resulted in a vehicle inspection and cleaning of engine area with no leak found, stating is was most likely left over oil from messy oil change. The 3rd visit resulted in replacing the rear main seal and problem was resolved per dealer. Vehicle continued to leak after we brought it home. 4th visit resulted in replacing oil pan gasket but leaks are now popping up in other areas. Bmw engineer has been requested by dealer. …”
NHTSA complaint #11402810, filed 2021-03, 19,500 miles“I parked my car in my garage, turned it off (the electronics powered down inside the car), and went inside. Approximately 4.5 hours later, my carbon monoxide detectors went off. I searched the home for the source and when I opened my garage door I discovered my vehicle engine had been running for about 4.5 hours in the closed the garage. I attempted to turn the engine off, but it did not work. I had to power the car on before it would then allow me to turn the vehicle off, including the engine. It was very scary. I have also made a report to the dealership I purchased the car from.”
NHTSA complaint #11306357, filed 2020-01, 7,800 miles“Driving on I-95, dashboard displayed: vehicle on fire. Immediate call to Bmw. No such icon or possible entry in Bmw vehicles (2 dealerships). Drive to dealership and diagnostics run with no issue with system. Bmw maintains that no such diagnostic code or warning to customers ever employed in any Bmw vehicle.”
NHTSA complaint #11258802, filed 2019-09, 11,289 miles“Bmw auto start/stop will turn off engine before the car comes to a complete stop causing a loss of steering. This can happen up to while the car is still moving as high as 5mph, often occurs between 3-1 MPH when coming to a stop.”
NHTSA complaint #11323497, filed 2020-05, 8,020 miles“I bought the car 8 months ago from Fred Anderson Acura in Greenville was told the car was inspected and serviced and I’m was in great condition. 8 months later I have 10 thousand worth safety issues wrong with the car that I have to fix .”
NHTSA complaint #11698471, filed 2025-11Related recalls
- 19V513000Jul 3, 2019BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020 750i xDrive, 2019 M850i xDrive Coupe, M850i xDrive Convertible, X5 xDrive50i, X7 xDrive50i, and M5…Covers: BMW X5 2019, X7 2019, M5 2019 +2 more
Related service bulletins
- 11035499Jul 28, 2026The NVLD modules limited warranty for defects in materials and/or workmanship has been extended to 15 years / 150,000 miles as determined from the vehicles original in-service /…
- 11035500Jul 17, 2026The manual starting of electronic engine oil level measurement from inside the vehicle, usually afterperforming an engine oil service task, is inoperative or it may lock up at…
- 11035497Jun 29, 2026The EVAP systems purge (vent) valve limited warranty for defects in materials and / or workmanship has been extended to 15 years / 150,000 miles as determined from the original…
- 11032731May 6, 2026The EVAP systems purge (vent) valve limited warranty for defects in materials or workmanship has been extended to 15 years / 150,000 miles as determined from the original…
- 11012075Dec 11, 2024the NVLD modules limited warranty for defects in materials and/or workmanship has been extended to 15 years / 150,000 miles as determined from the vehicles original in-service /…
- 11010768Nov 14, 2024For this vehicle, the engine coolant thermostat limited warranty for defects in materials or workmanship has been extended to 15 years/150,000 miles, as determined from the…
- 11008101Sep 12, 2024For this vehicle, the EVAP systems purge (vent) valve limited warranty for defects in materials or workmanship has been extended to 15 years / 150,000 miles as determined from…
- 11000579May 2, 2024Evap system purge (vent) valve ext ltd wty (elw) 15/150
- 10206690Dec 1, 2021Vehicle cannot be opened or closed using comfort access, engine start is not possible, and the vehicle may not start when placing the key against the steering column.
Engine: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 3 | 11% |
| 2025 | 3 | 5% |
| 2024 | 13 | 9% |
| 2023 | 5 | 15% |
| 2022 | 13 | 18% |
| 2021 | 25 | 23% |
| 2020 | 33 | 29% |
| 2019 | 52 | 27% |
| 2018 | 11 | 15% |
| 2017 | 12 | 16% |
| 2016 | 14 | 19% |
| 2015 | 42 | 28% |
| 2014 | 16 | 16% |
| 2013 | 45 | 30% |
| 2012 | 92 | 34% |
| 2011 | 110 | 42% |
| 2010 | 40 | 32% |
| 2009 | 30 | 22% |
| 2008 | 66 | 31% |
| 2007 | 9 | 13% |
| 2006 | 7 | 4% |
| 2005 | 12 | 15% |
| 2004 | 9 | 14% |
| 2003 | 11 | 11% |
| 2002 | 7 | 7% |
| 2001 | 7 | 4% |
| 2000 | 1 | 3% |
Other parts of the 2019 BMW X5
72 complaintsOther or unknown
31 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
19 complaintsSteering
18 complaintsBrakes
13 complaintsAir bags
12 complaintsEngine cooling
12 complaintsSeat belts
7 complaintsBack-over prevention (rear camera)
6 complaintsBody and structure
6 complaintsExterior lighting
5 complaintsForward collision avoidance
5 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2019 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.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology