2019 BMW X5 Other or unknown Problems
- Complaints
- 31about this part
- Share
- 16%of 194 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 6,830miles
- Trend
- RisingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% higher than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 31 complaints about the other or unknown of the 2019 BMW X5, 16% of the 194 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 6,830 miles.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“We left our residence to take our kids to school when the operating portion of the sunroof exploded. We were traveling at around 65 MPH through a rural road with the sunroof closed. Clear skies, no rain. At first we thought something had fallen through but there was nothing inside except shards of glass. When we were able to pull over, we inspected the vehicle for signs of external damage but then noticed the leftover glass was protruding outward.”
NHTSA complaint #11407046, filed 2021-04, 29,515 miles“I was driving about 25 to 35 MPH when the emergency action system got activated that I was possibly going to get something in front of me there were no cars in front of the vehicle I almost got rear-ended and almost broke my finger on the steering wheel as it turned around. The vehicle stopped for absolutely no reason. It stopped like it was going to crash into something. This could've killed me as this was very dangerous. I have drop this off at the Bmw dealer and they have no idea what happened.”
NHTSA complaint #11290763, filed 2019-12, 46,000 miles“Issue: my right hand rests often rests on the shift lever while driving. Six to seven times my braking has inadvertently caused the shift lever to move forward to neutral without my realizing it. Then, when I attempt to accelerate I am not moving when traffic approaching from the rear anticipates my movement. Twice there has been very close calls to me getting struck from the rear. This is dangerous! My other car (lincoln mkt) requires the shift lever release trigger be depressed before I can move the shift lever. This is not the case in this Bmw. Please advise.”
NHTSA complaint #11245232, filed 2019-08, 5,500 miles“Sunroof exploded. On freeway driving approx 70 MPH. No debris in road, not near over pass, weather clear and 65 degrees. Loud bang like a gun shot, sun screen was closed so it kept most glass out of vehicle.”
NHTSA complaint #11288509, filed 2019-12, 6,830 miles“The starter on my BMW failed, and it overheated and damaged my alternator to the point that I needed to replace it. The dealer and independent service center confirmed that this was the cause, but BMW is refusing to reimburse the cost of the alternator replacement. I was at the exit of a highway and could not even put the car in neutral, so my safety was significantly at risk.”
NHTSA complaint #11730444, filed 2026-04Related service bulletins
- 11015850Mar 12, 2025Class action settlement: f95 f96 g05 g06 g07 front center console cupholder
- 10242533Aug 1, 2023?BMW AG has issued a Delivery Stop for BMW X5, X6, X7, and 7 Series sedan vehicles that were produced between July 7, 2023 and August 15, 2023. Usage of the Highway Assist…
- 10236229Apr 1, 2023Due to the semiconductor supply, the Local Interconnect Network module in either of the exterior mirrors was switched to another controller.
- 10227571Oct 1, 2022The seal of the roof-mounted antenna housing is separating from the vehicle.
- 10227570Oct 1, 2022Delivery Stop: Roof fin. BMW AG has issued a Delivery Stop (effective September 16, 2022) on a small number of Model Year 2022 - 2023 BMW vehicles that were produced on July 26…
- 10227569Oct 1, 2022The incorrect Bluetooth module was installed in the headunit. Bluetooth functionality cannot be guaranteed, and mobile phones may possibly not be paired via Bluetooth.
- 10227566Oct 1, 2022After programming, the customer may complain that the Sport Mode display is not fully displayed in the instrument cluster. Instead of a red background in sport mode, the…
- 10225128Sep 1, 2022Due to a production error, the telematics control units were delivered without an IMS configuration.
- 10206692Dec 1, 2021The SIM card installed in the telematics control unit (ATM2) connects to different mobile providers' networks. However, due to a missing parameter, this does not work and can…
Other or unknown: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 6 | 21% |
| 2025 | 5 | 8% |
| 2024 | 9 | 6% |
| 2023 | 8 | 24% |
| 2022 | 17 | 24% |
| 2021 | 18 | 16% |
| 2020 | 16 | 14% |
| 2019 | 31 | 16% |
| 2018 | 11 | 15% |
| 2017 | 9 | 12% |
| 2016 | 14 | 19% |
| 2015 | 19 | 13% |
| 2014 | 9 | 9% |
| 2013 | 18 | 12% |
| 2012 | 14 | 5% |
| 2011 | 20 | 8% |
| 2010 | 13 | 10% |
| 2009 | 9 | 7% |
| 2008 | 12 | 6% |
| 2007 | 4 | 6% |
| 2006 | 6 | 4% |
| 2005 | 4 | 5% |
| 2004 | 3 | 5% |
| 2003 | 7 | 7% |
| 2002 | 5 | 5% |
| 2001 | 4 | 3% |
| 2000 | 2 | 7% |
Other parts of the 2019 BMW X5
72 complaintsEngine
52 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
20 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 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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