2019 BMW X5 Seat belts Problems
- Complaints
- 7about this part
- Share
- 4%of 194 total for the year
- Median mileage
- —not reported
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 7 complaints about the seat belts of the 2019 BMW X5, 4% of the 194 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.
“My daughter was driving my BMW X5, it went to neutral and not moving, she was panicked and stopped the car and ignition. After restarting the car, it worked for a day, then it happened again, also, I see notifications on dashboard for restraint warning, saying, airbag, and seat belt tension are reduced. I took to Fairfax BMW in VA, BMW quoted $2662, informed that my BMW went out of extended warranty over a month, I asked Goodwill request to BMW, still declined.”
NHTSA complaint #11733217, filed 2026-04“I recently acquired a 2019 BMW X5. When I requested seat belt extenders as your web site suggests, If you need a roomier belt, contact your vehicle manufacturer to obtain seat belt extenders. my dealer told me that they cannot get them. I contacted BMW corporate customer services and while the gentleman I have been dealing with is trying and is very courteous, he can't seem to find any information. I regularly transport two people who cannot use the seatbelt and I am concerned for their safety.”
NHTSA complaint #11455728, filed 2022-03“Driver Restraint Malfunction warning light turned on while driving and stated dangerous driving conditions and to see a Dealer immediately. The Dealer diagnosis was a faulty airbag wire harness due to rubbing against the metal which caused the airbag light to malfunction. Car had 47500 miles but BMW did not cover this faulty wiring under warranty. Should be a recall on faulty wiring.”
NHTSA complaint #11571073, filed 2024-02“A portion on the Airbag system was/is disabled due to an issue, known to BMW, with the wiring harness connected to the passenger seat. It is available for inspection if requested. Normal movement of the electric seat in turn pulls a wiring harness that failed by being chaffed . This flaw results in a Restraint System Error , passenger side - a significant problem since this harness controls an integral safety system of the vehicle and ultimately disables part of the airbag system until repaired. …”
NHTSA complaint #11545997, filed 2023-09“Vehicle airbag/seatbelt warning light on 9/2022. Airbag (seatbelt) module replaced. Caused by condensation or leak due to BMW not sealing cupholders and placing KEY SAFETY EQUIPMENT directly under unsealed cupholders. I was told other modules likely damaged but airbags and seatbelt were first to go out. 2023 April/May - steering issues. Windshield wipers run continuously and cannot be turned off. Horn and turn signal also stopped working. Need steering column replaced. BMW said possibly also related to cupholder defect. …”
NHTSA complaint #11528927, filed 2023-06Seat belts: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1 | 3% |
| 2025 | 1 | 2% |
| 2022 | 1 | 1% |
| 2021 | 3 | 3% |
| 2020 | 3 | 3% |
| 2019 | 7 | 4% |
| 2018 | 1 | 1% |
| 2017 | 5 | 7% |
| 2015 | 6 | 4% |
| 2014 | 1 | 1% |
| 2013 | 5 | 3% |
| 2012 | 4 | 1% |
| 2011 | 5 | 2% |
| 2010 | 4 | 3% |
| 2009 | 2 | 1% |
| 2008 | 6 | 3% |
| 2006 | 8 | 5% |
| 2005 | 1 | 1% |
| 2004 | 2 | 3% |
| 2003 | 1 | 1% |
| 2002 | 4 | 4% |
| 2001 | 1 | 1% |
| 2000 | 2 | 7% |
Other parts of the 2019 BMW X5
72 complaintsEngine
52 complaintsOther or unknown
31 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
20 complaintsSteering
18 complaintsBrakes
13 complaintsAir bags
12 complaintsEngine cooling
12 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 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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