- The problem
- Certain aftermarket bmw bike carriers, p/n 82110393954, sold for use on my 2005 bmw x3 and x5 vehicles. A pinch bolt exists between the bike arm bracket and the upright assembly of the hitch style bicycle rack.
- The risk
- When moving the bike arm bracket to its down position, this pinch point has the potential of causing a severe injury to the user's finger or hand.
- The fix
- Bmw will notify owners and provide a repair kit along with repair instructions free of charge. The recall began on september 13, 2007. Owners can contact bmw customer relations and services toll-free at 800-831-1117.
Vehicle safety record
2005 BMW X5 Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 2005 BMW X5 have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 3 recalls, the latest in September 2007 for the equipment.
NHTSA data checked
AFar fewer problems than a typical X5 year, for its age
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 3
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
2005 BMW X5 recalls 3
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
- Certain passenger vehicles may have been built with an incorrectly manufactured automatic transmission parking pawl guide plate.
- The risk
- This could cause the parking lock system not to engage, after the transmission is placed in the park ("p") position. If the vehicle was parked on an incline, and the parking brake was not engaged, this could result in a vehicle rollaway condition.
- The fix
- Dealers will repair and replace the automatic transmission guide plate free of charge. The recall began on november 30, 2005. Owners may contact bmw at 1-800-332-4269.
- The problem
- On certain sport utility vehicles, the attachment of the brake line support bracket within the front left wheel well was not welded according to specifications. It could loosen and over time the brake hose could rub against the wheel well.
- The risk
- The front left brake hose could become damaged to the point where a loss of brake fluid could occur increasing the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Dealers will re-attach the brake line support bracket to the front left wheel well free of charge. The recall began on september 20, 2005. Owners may contact bmw at 1-800-831-1117.
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BMW X5: every year compared
All X5 years2005 BMW X5 vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 BMW X5 | 0 | 3 | A | |
| 2005 Volvo XC90 | 223 | 6 | F | Compare |
| 2005 Acura MDX | 180 | 13 | C | Compare |
| 2005 Lincoln Aviator | 51 | 0 | A | Compare |
| 2005 Porsche Cayenne | 42 | 4 | F | Compare |
| 2005 Land Rover Range Rover | 36 | 1 | C | Compare |
| 2005 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 0 | 1 | A | Compare |
| 2005 BMW X3 | 0 | 2 | A | Compare |
| 2005 Lexus RX | 0 | 1 | A | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 2005 BMW X5
Does the 2005 BMW X5 have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2005 BMW X5: equipment (September 2007); automatic transmission (November 2005); hoses, lines / piping, and fittings (August 2005). 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 2005 BMW X5 had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
Is the 2005 BMW X5 a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 81 out of 100 (grade A: far 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 2005 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