Engine Minor
Accessory belts and pulleys, engine computer, engine mounts, engine knock or ping, oil leaks.
What Owners Say
"Twice my car stooped running - once crossing a bridge - because of an engine computer problem. I was noticed by my computer system that engine performance was reduced and then the car stopped running. It turned out the engine was fine but the computer had to be repaired twice (faulty sensors) before the problem was fixed, There have been no recurring issues."
Anonymous, VA (2012 BMW X5 xDrive35d 3.0-L 6 Cyl diesel)"The engine simply stopped running because of a computer fault. Nothing was wrong with the engine, some sort of sensor failed that triggered an engine problem, which resulted in reduced power for a few miles (warning message from computer) then it ju"
Anonymous, VA (2012 BMW X5 xDrive35d 3.0-L 6 Cyl diesel)"As part of a recall they had to reset the computer twice"
John J., IL (2012 BMW X5 xDrive50i 3.0-L 6 Cyl turbo)"The Check Engine Light has come on several times. The dealer cannot determine why and cannot fix the problem. It keeps appearing"
Anonymous, ON (2012 BMW X5 xDrive35d 3.0-L 6 Cyl diesel)"Check engine light on. Very very rough ride."
Paul L., NJ (2012 BMW X5 xDrive50i 4.4-L V8 turbo)"On one or two occasions, engine almost stalled and then ran rough with a lot of knocking for a while after strong acceleration"
Paul L., NJ (2012 BMW X5 xDrive50i 4.4-L V8 turbo)"Made noise and idled rough"
Anonymous, IL (2012 BMW X5 xDrive35i 3.0-L 6 Cyl turbo)"The engine began to stall and run rough. The dealer had it for over a week (gave me a rental for free). Had to replace a hose that cost over $2,000. It is running perfect now. Just disappointed, as take good care of car and have the recommended oil changes, etc."
Anonymous, OH (2012 BMW X5 xDrive50i 4.4-L V8 turbo)"The oil leak was internal, and is a design flaw in the N63 twin turbo engine. It has been repaired under warranty three times on this specific vehicle, but there is no permanent fix. BMW has yet to issue a recall that permanently resolves this situation."
Anonymous, UT (2012 BMW X5 xDrive50i 4.4-L V8 turbo)"Had a turbo leaking oil. Only place that would work on it was the BMW dealer. Very costly"
Anonymous, NE (2012 BMW X5 xDrive35d 3.0-L 6 Cyl turbo)"Slow oil pan seal leak. Again, I was told it is a common issue for this model, but it has never leaked much between oil changes."
Anonymous, (2012 BMW X5 xDrive35i 3.0-L 6 Cyl turbo)"Head Gasket is plastic so it has to be replaced. Something in my engine shouldn't be plastic"
Anonymous, NJ (2012 BMW X5 xDrive35i Premium 3.0-L 6 Cyl turbo)"Engine gaskets had to be replaced at just over 50,000 miles because of an oil leak. Seems crazy to me based on the miles driven"
Anonymous, AZ (2012 BMW X5 xDrive35i Premium 3.0-L 6 Cyl turbo)"Oil leak by oil filter required front engine tear down to access gasket to replace. $600"
Anonymous, FL (2012 BMW X5 xDrive35i 3.0-L 6 Cyl turbo)"An oil leak on the engine block"
Anonymous, KS (2012 BMW X5 xDrive35i Premium 3.0-L 6 Cyl turbo)"Covered by purchased extended warranty"
Randy S., NJ (2012 BMW X5 xDrive35i Premium 3.0-L 6 Cyl turbo)"Oil pump"
Anonymous, OR (2012 BMW X5 xDrive35i 3.0-L 6 Cyl turbo)"Paid $4000.00 for oil leak"
Anonymous, CA (2012 BMW X5 xDrive35i 3.0-L 6 Cyl turbo)"The car has been at the dealer for internal oil leaks for 45 days this year. Internal oil leaks in to the turbos"
Anonymous, CA (2012 BMW X5 xDrive50i 4.4-L V8 turbo)"The dealer service dept found the oil leak and replaced the filter housing gasket costing $1,070"
Anonymous, CA (2012 BMW X5 xDrive35i Premium 3.0-L 6 Cyl turbo)"Had to replace oil filter housing at 59,000 miles due to a persistent oil leak. A dye traced the leak"
Anonymous, TX (2012 BMW X5 xDrive35i Premium 3.0-L 6 Cyl turbo)"These haven't cost me any money to repair YET, but likely will be between $1000 and 3000, according to the dealership."
Anonymous, MN (2012 BMW X5)
"Idler arm recall,not done yet, has not broken."
Clifford G., CA (2012 BMW X5 xDrive35d 3.0-L 6 Cyl diesel)