2019 BMW X5 Body and structure Problems
- Complaints
- 6about this part
- Share
- 3%of 193 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 51,750miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 6 complaints about the body and structure of the 2019 BMW X5, 3% of the 193 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 51,750 miles.
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 contact owns a 2019 BMW X5. The contact stated that the vehicle was communicating with the SOS department while no incident had occurred. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was determined that a water leak in the rear antenna of the vehicle had caused the electronic malfunction. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 44,500.”
NHTSA complaint #11582582, filed 2024-04, 44,500 miles“The contact owns a 2019 BMW X5. The contact stated while having the vehicle washed, the technician became aware that the floor carpeting on the front driver’s side was wet and had mold and mildew. The vehicle was taken to the dealer that stated that the vehicle was experiencing the failure listed in TSB: SIB 64 04 21; however, the vehicle was not covered under the service bulletin and advised to contact the manufacturer. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted, and a case was filed but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was 59,000.”
NHTSA complaint #11534079, filed 2023-07, 59,000 miles“Front Windshield trim panels gets loose from multiple places. I can hear wind noise inside the cabin clearly at speeds of 50 mph and higher. Its a known issue with 2019 BMW X5. Took it to dealer under warranty and decline to fix it.”
NHTSA complaint #11499524, filed 2022-12“Emergency call malfunction light came on. System is an important vehicle safety features. Vehicle taken to dealership for inspection. No visual damage present on vehicle however water ingress from roof shark fin is causing damage to electrical components, TCB and emergency call function. Shark fin antenna cover determined to be causing water ingress after inspection by BMW dealership. Per their recommendation, further water ingress could damage additional electrical components, some critical and therefore immediate need to replace TCB, Aerial antenna, and emergency battery. …”
NHTSA complaint #11649573, filed 2025-03Related service bulletins
- 11036453Aug 28, 2026BMW Notice of the Court’s Final Approval for Shark-Fin Antenna Settlement (X3, X4, X5, X6, X7)
- 11036388Aug 25, 2026Rear Roof Antenna Shark Fin Cover Sealing Issue
- 11035400Jul 10, 2026In the affected vehicles, an incorrect screwlocking device (circled) may have been usedfor the mounting bolts of the door latch locks.
- 11033030May 21, 2026SHARK FIN ROOF ANTENNA SEALING SETTLEMENT Extended Warranty
- 11030060Mar 6, 2026The Radiator Grilles Lower Active Air Flap Assembly limited warranty for defects in materials and/or workmanship has been extended to 15 years / 150,000 miles as determined from…
- 11017103Apr 15, 2025The Radiator Grilles Lower Active Air Flap Assembly limited warranty for defects in materials and/or workmanship has been extended to 15 years / 150,000 miles as determined from…
- 10249024Jan 8, 2024This bulletin outlines known areas of possible water entry, operational noise, or wind noise for the vehicles listed above. It serves only as a diagnostic resource in…
- 10249019Jan 4, 2024A crack maybe present on the left C-pillar. The crack does not affect the structure of the vehicle.
- 10244239Oct 18, 2023This situation can result in two customer complaints: 1. Wind noise 2. Excess water entry
- 10242879Sep 12, 2023A groaning noise is present from the door frame of any door, most commonly when driving over rough roadsor during body flex. This situation may be worse in vehicles which are…
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 2019 BMW X5
72 complaintsEngine
52 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 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.
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