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2009 Bmw X5 — Known Issues & Recalls
Complaints from Jan 2017 to Dec 2017
The most reported issue is air bags problems (23 complaints). 4 complaints involved crashes. 9 involved fires.
Open Safety Recalls (12)
NHTSA Campaign: 19V017000
Component: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2007-2013 X5 xDrive30i, X5 xDrive35i, X5 xDrive48i, X5 xDrive50i and X5 M vehicles, 2008-2014 X6 xDrive35i, X6 xDrive50i and X6 M vehicles, 2009-2013 X5 xDrive35d vehicles and 2010-2011 X6 ActiveHybrid vehicles. These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules used as original equipment or replacement equipment. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger frontal air bag, these inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling.
Risk: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Fix: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the remedy is performed. BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag module, free of charge. The recall began March 14, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
NHTSA Campaign: 20V016000
Component: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2009-2012 X5 xDrive35d, 2008-2012 X6 xDrive35i, X6 xDrive50i and X6 M, 2007-2012 X5 30si, X5 xDrive30i, X5 xDrive35i, X5 48i, X5 xDrive48i, X5 xDrive50i and X5 M and 2010-2011 X6 ActiveHybrid vehicles equipped with non-desiccated, passenger frontal air bag inflators containing phase stabilized ammonium nitrate (PSPI-2) propellant that were used as interim remedy parts for previous Takata recalls. These inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, high temperatures, and high temperature cycling.
Risk: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Fix: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until this remedy is performed. BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger front air bag, free of charge. The recall began March 11, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
NHTSA Campaign: 20V017000
Component: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2008-2013 128i and 135i Convertibles, 128i, 135i, and M Coupes, 2007-2010 X3 30si and X3 xDrive30i, 2013-2015 X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i and X1 xDrive35i, 2007-2013 328i, 328i xDrive, 335i, 335is, 335i xDrive and M3 Coupes, 2006-2011 328i, 328xi, 328i xDrive, 325i, 325xi, 330i, 330xi, 335i, 335xi, 335i xDrive and M3, 2009-2011 335D, 2006-2012 325xi, 328i, 328xi and 328i xDrive, 2010-2011 X6 ActiveHybrid, 2007-2013 328i, 335i, 335is, M3 Coupes, X5 30si, X5 xDrive30i, X5 xDrive35i, X5 48i, X5 xDrive48i, X5 xDrive50i and X5 M, 2009-2013 X5 xDrive35d and 2008-2014 X6 xDrive35i, X6 xDrive50i and X6M vehicles equipped with non-desiccated driver frontal air bag inflators containing phase stabilized ammonium nitrate (PSAN) that were used as interim remedy parts for previous Takata recalls. These inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, high temperatures, and high temperature cycling.
Risk: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver air bag. On X5 and X6 vehicles, only the inflator will be replaced. All repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began March 11, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
NHTSA Campaign: 18V336000
Component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2009-2013 X5 xDrive 35d diesel vehicles. The engine idler pulley bolt may loosen over time and break.
Risk: If the idler pulley bolt breaks, the vehicle may unexpectedly lose power-assisted steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the idler pulley bolt with an improved part, free of charge. The recall began March 11, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
NHTSA Campaign: 18V030000
Component: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2007-2013 X5 xDrive30i, X5 xDrive35i, X5 xDrive48i, X5 xDrive50i, X5 M, 2009-2010 X5 xDrive35d vehicles and 2009-2013 X6 xDrive35i, X6 xDrive50i, and X6 M vehicles ever registered in the states of Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.S. Virgin Islands or "Zone A." BMW is also recalling certain 2007-2010 X5 xDrive30i, X5 xDrive35i, X5 xDrive48i, X5 xDrive50i, X5 M, X5 xDrive35d, X6 xDrive35i, X6 xDrive50i and X6M vehicles ever registered in the states of Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia or "Zone B." BMW is also recalling certain 2007-2009 X5 xDrive30i, X5 xdrive35i, X5 xDrive48i, X5 xDrive50i, X5 M, X5 xDrive35d, X6 xDrive35i, X6 xDrive50i and X6M vehicles ever registered in the states of AK, CO, CT, ID, IA, ME, MA, MI, MN, MT, NH, NY, ND, OR, RI, SD, UT, VT, WA, WI, and WY or "Zone C." These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules used as original equipment or replacement equipment. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger frontal air bag, these inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling.
Risk: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Fix: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the remedy is performed. BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger front air bag module, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin March 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
NHTSA Campaign: 17V020000
Component: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2012 X5 xDrive30i, X5 xDrive35i, X5 xDrive48i, X5 xDrive50i, X5 M, X6 xDrive35i, X6 xDrive50i, and X6 M vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.S. Virgin Islands, or "Zone A." Additionally, unless included in "Zone A" above, BMW is recalling certain 2009 X5 xDrive30i, X5 xDrive35i, X5 xDrive48i, X5 xDrive50i, and X5 M vehicles, 2008-2009 X6 xDrive 35i, X6 xDrive50i, X6 M, and 2009 X5 xDrive35d vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia, or "Zone B." Additionally, unless included in "Zone A" or "Zone B" above, BMW is recalling certain 2007-2008 X5 xDrive30i, X5 xDrive35i, X5 xDrive48i, X5 xDrive50i and X5 M vehicles, and 2008 X6 xDrive35i, X6 xDrive50i, and X6 M vehicles originally sold, or ever registered in the states of Alaska, Colorado, Connecticut, Idaho, Iowa, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, New Hampshire, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Utah, Vermont, Washington, Wisconsin, and Wyoming. These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules used as original equipment or replacement equipment. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the front air bags, these inflators may rupture due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity and temperature cycling.
Risk: An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Fix: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the remedy is performed. BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflator or air bag module, free of charge. Interim letters were mailed March 2017. Owners will receive a second notice when remedy parts become available. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
NHTSA Campaign: 16V746000
Component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2007-2011 BMW X5 3.0si, X5 4.8i, X5 M, X5 xDrive30i, X5 xDrive35i, X5 xDrive48i and X5 xDrive50i, 2008-2011 X6 x Drive35i, X6 xDrive50i and X6 M, 2010-2011 X6 ActiveHybrid, 535i xDrive Gran Turismo, 535i Gran Turismo, 550i xDrive Gran Turismo and 550i Gran Turismo, 2011-2012 528i, 535i, 535i xDrive, 550i and 550i xDrive and 2012 535i ActiveHybrid, 640i Convertible, 650i Convertible, 650i xDrive Convertible, 650i Coupe and 650i Coupe xDrive vehicles. The affected vehicles have in-tank fuel pumps that may have insufficiently crimped wire contacts.
Risk: The loose wires may cause the connector to melt, resulting in a fuel leak. Additionally, the fuel pump may stop working, possibly causing an engine stall and increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump module, free of charge. The recall began February 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
NHTSA Campaign: 17V683000
Component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CRANKCASE (PCV)
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2008-2011 128i and 2007-2011 328i, 328xi, 328i xDrive, 525i, 525xi, 528i, 528xi, 530i, 530xi, X3 3.0si, X3 xDrive30i, X5 xDrive30i, Z4 3.0i, Z4 3.0si and Z4 sDrive30i vehicles. The heater for the positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) valve may short circuit.
Risk: An electrical short can cause the parts within the PCV valve to melt, increasing the risk of a fire, even when the vehicle is not in use.
Fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the PCV valve heater, free of charge. Interim letters were mailed on November 27, 2017. Owners will receive a second notification by the end of October 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
NHTSA Campaign: 16V364000
Component: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2007-2011 X5 xDrive30i, X5 xDrive35i, X5 xDrive48i, X5 xDrive50i and X5M vehicles, 2009-2011 X5 xDrive35d vehicles, 2008-2011 X6 xDrive35i, X6 xDrive50i and X6 M vehicles, and 2010-2011 X6 ActiveHybrid vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.S. Virgin Islands, or "Zone A." Additionally, unless included in "Zone A" above, BMW is recalling certain model year 2007-2008 X5 xDrive30i, X5 xDrive35i, X5 xDrive48i, X5 xDrive50i and X5M vehicles, and 2008 BMW X6 xDrive35i, X6 xDrive50i and X6 M vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia, or "Zone B." Vehicles of these model years and models that were not originally sold or ever registered in either Zones A or B are not subject to this safety recall. These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules, and used as original equipment or replacement equipment. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the front air bags, these inflators may rupture due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity and temperature cycling.
Risk: An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Fix: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until they have been repaired. BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator or air bag module, free of charge. The recall began July 28, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
NHTSA Campaign: 13V339000
Component: FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL: PRE-HEATER
BMW is recalling certain model year 2009-2010 X5 xDrive35d vehicles equipped with a diesel engine and manufactured from June 13, 2009, through November 9, 2009. The fuel filter heater, which is used for warming up the diesel fuel during vehicle operation at low outside temperatures, could experience an electrical overload condition and become permanently activated.
Risk: The fuel filter heater could remain activated even when the ignition is off and lead to a dead battery. The unit could also overheat, possibly resulting in a vehicle fire.
Fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel filter heater, free of charge. The safety recall began on September 26, 2013. Owners may contact BMW customer relations at 1-800-525-7417.
NHTSA Campaign: 11V441000
Component: FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL: PRE-HEATER
BMW IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2009 X5 XDRIVE35D VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A DIESEL ENGINE AND MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 1, 2008, THROUGH JUNE 12, 2009. THE FUEL FILTER HEATER, WHICH IS USED FOR WARMING UP THE DIESEL FUEL DURING VEHICLE OPERATION AT LOW OUTSIDE TEMPERATURES, COULD EXPERIENCE AN ELECTRICAL OVERLOAD CONDITION AND BECOME PERMANENTLY ACTIVATED.
Risk: THE FUEL FILTER HEATER COULD REMAIN ACTIVATED EVEN WHEN THE IGNITION IS OFF AND LEAD TO A DEAD BATTERY. THE UNIT COULD ALSO OVERHEAT, POSSIBLY LEADING TO A VEHICLE FIRE.
Fix: BMW WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL FILTER HEATER FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 11, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BMW CUSTOMER RELATIONS AND SERVICES AT 1-800-525-7417.
NHTSA Campaign: 09V255000
Component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC
BMW IS RECALLING MY 2009 X5 AND X6 VEHICLES. THE REAR BRAKE DISCS MAY NOT HAVE BEEN MANUFACTURED ACCORDING TO SPECIFICATIONS. AS A RESULT, A REDUCTION IN BRAKING PERFORMANCE AT THE AFFECTED REAR WHEEL COULD OCCUR.
Risk: IN AN EXTREME CASE, THE AFFECTED REAR BRAKE DISC COULD BREAK RESULTING IN A LOSS OF BRAKING AT THAT WHEEL INCREASING STOPPING DISTANCES AND THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Fix: BMW WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND WILL REPAIR THE VEHICLES BY INSPECTING THE REAR BRAKE DISCS AND, IF NECESSARY, REPLACE THEM FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 11, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BMW CUSTOMER RELATIONS AND SERVICES TOLL-FREE AT 1-800-525-7417.
Owner-Reported Issues (20 of 161)
Engine And Engine Cooling →4 issues
While driving your 2009 BMW X5, multiple warning lights came on and the engine suddenly stopped running and wouldn't restart. A certified BMW mechanic diagnosed the problem as failed VANOS bolts, which control variable valve timing in the engine. Your dealer confirmed the issue but refused to help because of the vehicle's age, and your VIN wasn't included in a related recall. Replacing the VANOS bolts will likely require removing engine components to access and swap out the failed bolts.
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Your engine started overheating and white smoke came from under the hood while parked, even though no warning lights showed up. A mechanic found that your water pump, thermostat, and heater hoses had failed and replaced them, but the coolant continued leaking out and the engine overheated again just 20 miles later—you also noticed oil leaking underneath the vehicle afterward. The cooling system may need a complete inspection to find and repair all leak sources, which could involve replacing the water pump, thermostat, hoses, and gaskets.
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When you turn on the heater in your 2009 BMW X5, you may notice a strong burning smell coming from the air vents. A dealer diagnosed this as a burning oil odor related to the fan relay, and an independent mechanic replaced the intake gasket, but the smell persisted. BMW issued a recall (Campaign 22V119000) to address this engine cooling issue, but replacement parts were not available at the time, and you were eventually told the fuel pump was replaced under the recall. Fixing this will likely involve replacing the fan relay or related engine cooling components once parts become available.
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You received a recall notice for your 2009 BMW X5's engine and cooling system, but the replacement part needed for the recall repair hasn't been made available yet. You feel the manufacturer has taken longer than reasonable to provide this part, and you've notified both the dealer and BMW of your concern. The VIN tool confirms the parts are currently unavailable.
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Fuel/propulsion System →3 issues
On extremely hot days, your car has shut off without warning three times. The fuel pump has already been replaced twice, and now the mechanic suspects the wiring between the fuel pump and the computer may be faulty. The car provides no warning light before it stalls.
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Your car's fuel pump has failed multiple times — it was recalled and fixed in 2017, failed again twice in 2021 leaving you stranded in extreme heat, and stopped a fourth time in July when it was very hot. The dealership's diagnostic ($358) determined the problem is faulty wiring between the fuel pump and engine, not the fuel pump itself. You may need the fuel pump wiring harness and connections inspected and replaced to prevent future stalling.
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Your engine sputtered and vibrated while driving, then died and wouldn't restart near a gas station. Testing showed no fuel pressure reaching the engine, and inspection revealed the fuel pump wiring had damaged insulation and melted splice connections from a previous recall repair (#16V746000) that was supposed to fix fuel pump connector melting problems. You're concerned the wiring repair may not have solved the overheating issue. The fix will likely involve inspecting the fuel pump wiring, replacing damaged sections, and possibly redoing the splice connections with proper materials and technique.
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Electrical System →2 issues
While driving at 60 MPH, smoke came through your air vents and your car lost power before stalling. The dealer found that the passenger-side main wiring harness was charred and melted, replaced it, but the same problem happened again immediately afterward. The root cause hasn't been determined yet. Replacing the wiring harness and investigating why it's failing repeatedly will be necessary.
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Your car caught fire while parked in your driveway without any apparent cause. The fire severely damaged the fuse box, wiring harness, right rear panel, headliner, and rear light housing, with heavy smoke filling the interior. This is a critical electrical system failure that requires immediate investigation by a professional to determine the root cause and prevent future fire risk.
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Electrical System,engine,fuel/propulsion System →2 issues
Your car won't start when you try to crank the engine. The diagnostic scanner is showing an error that the transmission thinks it's in 3rd gear instead of Park, which prevents the engine from starting. This is a safety interlock issue that requires the transmission position sensor or related wiring to be inspected and repaired.
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Your engine is producing smoke and a burning smell, which you believe is related to a recall issued in 2002. Your vehicle's performance is getting worse each day, and you cannot get a diagnostic inspection because the onboard computer system won't communicate with diagnostic equipment. The issue likely involves cleaning or replacing components in the engine, fuel system, or electrical connections that are causing the burning smell and smoke.
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Steering,fuel/propulsion System →1 issue
Your car is backfiring and stalling while driving due to a defective PCV crankcase valve that's causing excessive pressure inside the engine. This pressure has blown out a gasket, creating an oil leak that dripped onto the serpentine and AC belts, causing them to slip off and your power steering to lock up while you were driving. You're also hearing a whistling noise from the engine. The fix will likely involve replacing the PCV valve, blown gasket, leaking seals, and serpentine/AC belts.
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Power Train →1 issue
Your serpentine belt and air conditioning belt broke multiple times because the tensioner pulley bolt kept loosening. When the serpentine belt broke, you lost power steering and engine power while driving at 60 mph, which created a dangerous loss of vehicle control. BMW has issued a recall for this same issue on your model year, though the company says it may be VIN-specific. The fix will involve replacing the tensioner pulley, securing the bolt properly, and installing new belts.
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Unknown Or Other →1 issue
Your engine suddenly shuts off while driving at normal speeds, causing your car to shift into Park and stop unexpectedly—even on highways or in intersections. The battery remains powered and lights stay on, but the engine won't restart, leaving you stranded. The dealership has found no error codes or warning lights, and this happens randomly without any advance warning.
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Service Brakes →1 issue
Your X5's brakes aren't stopping the vehicle properly — when you press the brake pedal while approaching a stop, the car continues to accelerate instead of slowing down. You're also seeing a parking brake warning message on the dashboard. A dealer replaced both front and rear brake pads, but the problem came back shortly after. The issue needs further diagnosis since the brake system isn't responding correctly to pedal input.
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Air Bags,seats →1 issue
Your front passenger seat sensor is malfunctioning, which triggers a warning code on your dashboard. This sensor is responsible for detecting when someone is sitting in the passenger seat so the airbag system knows whether to deploy. The repair will likely involve diagnosing the sensor circuit and either recalibrating or replacing the faulty seat occupancy sensor.
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Fuel System, Gasoline →1 issue
Your car stalled without warning while driving at 30 mph, and an independent mechanic found that the fuel pump module had failed. BMW confirmed your vehicle's VIN matches a known recall (Campaign 16V746000) for fuel system issues, but the dealer said it doesn't qualify for repair under that recall. BMW advised you to contact NHTSA directly about the discrepancy.
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Electrical System,visibility/wiper →1 issue
Your headlight wires may have poor insulation that cracks due to heat exposure, leaving bare copper wires exposed. When this happens, your low beam headlights stop working. Fixing this problem typically requires replacing the entire headlight assembly at significant cost.
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Engine →1 issue
Your engine's EGR cooler is leaking soot and exhaust gases into the engine compartment. This can cause visible debris buildup under the hood and may lead to engine performance issues if not addressed. The cooler will likely need to be replaced or professionally serviced to stop the leak.
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Exterior Lighting,unknown Or Other →1 issue
Your car is stuck in Park and entered a fail-safe mode. When you try to charge a dead battery, you hear rapid clicking sounds coming from the car. The exterior lighting system may be involved in this electrical issue.
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