Bmw X5 2013
Model X5 made in 2013 by Bmw got 6 consumer complains there is 1 recall as well as 3 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to engine, fuel/propulsion system and power train. Technical service bulletines regarding fuel system, gasoline, (pws). There was one recall concerning steering .
Model 2013
Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| STEERING | ||||||||||||||||
| 12V267000 | BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC | from 04/20/2012 to 05/29/2012 | V (Vehicle) | 2642 | 07/20/2012 | MFR | BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC | 06/13/2012 | 06/13/2012 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | Bmw is recalling certain model year 2012 x5 vehicles equipped with a diesel engine and 2013 x5 and x6 vehicles. due to a machining error of the steering gear surface, power steering fluid may leak. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | Leaking power steering fluid can spray onto hot exhaust parts, increasing the risk of an engine compartment fire. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Bmw will notify owners, and dealers will inspect, and if necessary, replace the steering gear free of charge. the safety recall began on july 20, 2012. owners may contact bmw customer relations and services at 1-800-525-7417. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov. | |||||||||||||||
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | |||||
| SIB160712 | 12/01/2012 | 10051419 | Bmw: service action: replace the left and right fuel level sensor. due to high proportion of ethanol in the fuel, the internal mechanisms of the fuel level sensors may swell. this may inhibit the movement of one or both of the fuel level se | 03/05/2013 | |
| (PWS) | |||||
| SIB010511 | 12/01/2012 | 10051299 | Bmw: n52k engine dmtl pump: emissions warranty extensions to 10 years/120,000 miles. bmw has become aware of a potential problem with the durability of the tank leak diagnostic module (dmtl) pump on my 2007,2008, and 2009.*js | 03/05/2013 | |
| SIB-11-08-12 | 08/01/2012 | 10046859 | Bmw: due to damaged seal ring, during assembly, engine oil is leaking from engine oil pump volume control valve gasket seal ring. models e70, e71, f01, f02, f04, f07, f10, f12, f13. no model years listed. *pe | 10/31/2012 | |
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENGINE | |||
| 10/18/2012 | 500 | 1 | |
| Vehicle developed significantly reduced fuel mileage after the first 500 miles. in town range dropped by 40% to 7.8 mpg over the same route, independent of gasoline source or grade. exhaust gases are very hot and exhibit a pronounced sulfuric, gunpowder like smell. electrical fans constantly on during city driving attempting to cool the engine. excessive carbon build up on exhaust components. engine exhibiting rich running condition. a persistent mechanical engine whine developed emanating from the oil pump, possibly the alternator area of the engine compartment, peaking at 1700-1900 rpm under load. at 1,200 miles, the 8 speed automatic transmission developed erratic shift behavior between 1st-3rd gears. at fairly constant speed, the transmission is shifting between 1st and second gear, alternating up shifting and downshifting without establishing proper gear. coming to a stop, vehicle surges revolutions by up to 500 rpm on the 3-2 downshift and up to 800 rpm on the 2-1 downshift, causing a sudden and abrupt halt, engine braking effect. behavior is most pronounced in standard d transmission mode, minimized in ds mode and completely absent in manual mode with automatic downshift. at 2,200 miles, gunpowder like exhaust gas smell more pronounced and evident while average fuel mileage dropped to 6.4 mpg over the same course. transmission experienced two incidents of failing to up shift into second gear followed by a mechanical clunk and sharp jolt after finally getting in gear. vehicle does not exhibit any stored or active fault codes within the on-board diagnostics. *tr | |||
| FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | |||
| 10/18/2012 | 500 | 1 | |
| Vehicle developed significantly reduced fuel mileage after the first 500 miles. in town range dropped by 40% to 7.8 mpg over the same route, independent of gasoline source or grade. exhaust gases are very hot and exhibit a pronounced sulfuric, gunpowder like smell. electrical fans constantly on during city driving attempting to cool the engine. excessive carbon build up on exhaust components. engine exhibiting rich running condition. a persistent mechanical engine whine developed emanating from the oil pump, possibly the alternator area of the engine compartment, peaking at 1700-1900 rpm under load. at 1,200 miles, the 8 speed automatic transmission developed erratic shift behavior between 1st-3rd gears. at fairly constant speed, the transmission is shifting between 1st and second gear, alternating up shifting and downshifting without establishing proper gear. coming to a stop, vehicle surges revolutions by up to 500 rpm on the 3-2 downshift and up to 800 rpm on the 2-1 downshift, causing a sudden and abrupt halt, engine braking effect. behavior is most pronounced in standard d transmission mode, minimized in ds mode and completely absent in manual mode with automatic downshift. at 2,200 miles, gunpowder like exhaust gas smell more pronounced and evident while average fuel mileage dropped to 6.4 mpg over the same course. transmission experienced two incidents of failing to up shift into second gear followed by a mechanical clunk and sharp jolt after finally getting in gear. vehicle does not exhibit any stored or active fault codes within the on-board diagnostics. *tr | |||
| POWER TRAIN | |||
| 10/18/2012 | 500 | 1 | |
| Vehicle developed significantly reduced fuel mileage after the first 500 miles. in town range dropped by 40% to 7.8 mpg over the same route, independent of gasoline source or grade. exhaust gases are very hot and exhibit a pronounced sulfuric, gunpowder like smell. electrical fans constantly on during city driving attempting to cool the engine. excessive carbon build up on exhaust components. engine exhibiting rich running condition. a persistent mechanical engine whine developed emanating from the oil pump, possibly the alternator area of the engine compartment, peaking at 1700-1900 rpm under load. at 1,200 miles, the 8 speed automatic transmission developed erratic shift behavior between 1st-3rd gears. at fairly constant speed, the transmission is shifting between 1st and second gear, alternating up shifting and downshifting without establishing proper gear. coming to a stop, vehicle surges revolutions by up to 500 rpm on the 3-2 downshift and up to 800 rpm on the 2-1 downshift, causing a sudden and abrupt halt, engine braking effect. behavior is most pronounced in standard d transmission mode, minimized in ds mode and completely absent in manual mode with automatic downshift. at 2,200 miles, gunpowder like exhaust gas smell more pronounced and evident while average fuel mileage dropped to 6.4 mpg over the same course. transmission experienced two incidents of failing to up shift into second gear followed by a mechanical clunk and sharp jolt after finally getting in gear. vehicle does not exhibit any stored or active fault codes within the on-board diagnostics. *tr | |||