- The problem
- On certain passenger vehicles with 3.0 L engines and manual transmissions, if the vehicle is in first gear, and moving slowly, with the accelerator pedal held in a constant position of low engine speed and with the clutch pedal held in a partially depressed position, engine speed may increase.
- The risk
- The vehicle could accelerate unexpectedly, which could result in a crash.
- The fix
- Dealers will reprogram the vehicle's digital engine management control unit. The recall began on september 8, 2004. Owners should contact bmw at 1-800-831-1117.
Vehicle safety record
2004 BMW X5 Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 2004 BMW X5 have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 4 recalls, the latest in August 2004 for the pedal / hand lever(motorcycle).
NHTSA data checked
BFewer problems than a typical X5 year, for its age
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 4
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
2004 BMW X5 recalls 4
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
- The problem
- On certain sport utility vehicles, the in-tank fuel line may have been attached incorrectly.
- The risk
- Engine stalling could occur, even though the vehicle's fuel gauge indicates that fuel is present in the tank. Depending upon traffic and road conditions, this could result in a crash.
- The fix
- Dealers will inspect the in-tank suction jet pump fuel line and if necessary, reattach according to specifications. This recall began september 9, 2004. Owners should contact bmw at 1-800-831-1117.
- The problem
- On certain passenger vehicles equipped with 8 and 12 cylinder engines, the digital engine management control (emc) units were not produced according to specifications.
- The risk
- As a result, engine stalling will occur after a short period of operation. The vehicle may not be able to restart. Also, a loss of power steering and, after repeated actuation of the brake pedal, a loss of brake power assist will occur. These conditions could result in a vehicle crash.
- The fix
- Dealers will install a new digital engine management control unit. The recall began on july 16, 2004. Owners should contact bmw at 1-800-831-1117.
- The problem
- On certain sport utility vehicles, the bolts that hold the front differential, the right output shaft housing flange at the engine, and the right-hand engine support may be insufficiently tightened.
- The risk
- With prolonged driving, these bolts could become loose, cause damage to the engine and transmission housings. The right output shaft could become disconnected, affecting the ability to control the vehicle, which could result in a crash.
- The fix
- Dealers will inspect and retighten the drivetrain fasteners. Owner notification began november 28, 2003. Owners should contact bmw at 1-800-831-1117.
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BMW X5: every year compared
All X5 years2004 BMW X5 vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 BMW X5 | 0 | 4 | B | |
| 2004 Acura MDX | 171 | 10 | C | Compare |
| 2004 Porsche Cayenne | 101 | 6 | F | Compare |
| 2004 Land Rover Range Rover | 101 | 1 | F | Compare |
| 2004 Lincoln Aviator | 81 | 0 | B | Compare |
| 2004 Lexus RX | 0 | 1 | A | Compare |
| 2004 BMW X3 | 0 | 1 | A | Compare |
| 2004 Volvo XC90 | 0 | 6 | B | Compare |
| 2004 BMW 3 Series | 558 | 0 | F | Compare |
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Questions about the 2004 BMW X5
Does the 2004 BMW X5 have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2004 BMW X5: pedal / hand lever(motorcycle) (August 2004); fuel pump (August 2004); control module (tcm / pcm / tecm) (July 2004); differential unit (November 2003). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
How many complaints has the 2004 BMW X5 had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
Is the 2004 BMW X5 a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 74 out of 100 (grade B: fewer problems than a typical BMW X5 year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
What should I do if my 2004 BMW X5 has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data