CarRecallWatchThe 2012 BMW X5 has 10 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 271 complaints with NHTSA, including 4 crashes, 10 fires, 6 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Engine (92 reports).
2012 BMW X5 recalls
Passenger air bag may explode and spray metal fragments
The passenger frontal air bag inflator in these BMW vehicles uses a propellant that can degrade over time after long exposure to high humidity, high temperatures, and repeated temperature changes.
Driver Airbag Inflator May Explode, Sending Metal Fragments
The driver-side frontal airbag inflator in certain vehicles contains an ammonium nitrate propellant that was not properly dried.
Passenger airbag may explode and spray metal shrapnel
The passenger-side frontal airbag inflator in certain BMW X5 and X6 vehicles can degrade over time from long-term exposure to humidity and temperature changes.
Loose Engine Pulley Bolt Can Cause Sudden Steering Loss
The engine idler pulley bolt on certain diesel X5 vehicles can loosen over time and break.
Electric water pump can overheat and cause a fire
The electric auxiliary water pump in these vehicles may fail, causing its circuit board to overheat.
Passenger airbag inflator may explode, sending metal fragments
Certain BMW X5 and X6 vehicles from 2007 through 2013 have a passenger frontal airbag inflator that can degrade over time from long-term exposure to humidity and temperature changes.
Water and debris can wear out front driveshaft joint
Water and debris can enter the universal joint on the front driveshaft, causing excessive wear.
Passenger Air Bag May Rupture and Spray Metal Fragments
The front passenger air bag inflator in these BMW X5 and X6 vehicles can rupture if the air bag deploys in a crash.
Most common 2012 BMW X5 problems
Problem areas named in the 271 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Engine | 92 |
| Air Bags | 88 |
| Power Train | 54 |
| Electrical System | 29 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 24 |
| Steering | 20 |
| Unknown Or Other | 14 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 12 |
| Structure | 7 |
| Suspension | 6 |
What owners report
I own a 2012 BMW X5 that is experiencing a Footwell Module (FRM) failure. BMW issued an Extended Limited Warranty for the FRM extending coverage to 15 years or 186,000 miles. My vehicle falls within those limits. The FRM failure has rendered the headlights, high beams, turn signals, brake lights, and power windows inoperative. As a result, the vehicle cannot be safely operated on public roads. Other motorists may not be able to see when the vehicle is braking or turning, creating a significant safety concern. BMW of Brooklyn and BMW of North America have informed me that I must pay a $360 diagnostic fee upfront before they will determine whether the repair is covered under BMW's FRM Extend
Two nights ago I was at Dominoâs Pizza. I put my car in reverse and the car died and the steering wheel locked up like the power steering was giving out I was able to start the car again, but still with no power steering assist and drove the car home about a mile away, but every time I slowed down or came to a stop sign or a stoplight, the car would die, and the battery light would flash on the dash and it would say charging malfunction once I got home we took a look at the engine and noticed that none of the belts were working at all and then I started to google what could possibly be the problem and a couple of different recalls came up recall number 12V550000 and that is engine and engi
My car was sitting on the driveway and spontaneously caught on fire. It has not been driven for the last week or two. Nobody was home, when it caught on fire. Our neighbors called 911
The contact owns a 2012 BMW X5. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended. In addition, the interior lights flickered on and off. The failure was intermittent. The contact later received an extended warranty notification for the foot well. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed with a misfire in cylinders #3 and #4. The contact was informed that the failure was not related to the extended warranty program. The contact was informed that ignition coils and plugs in cylinders #3 and #4 needed to be
Front passenger side occupancy seat sensor is bad and computer detected an air bag malfunction. Timing chain broke without warning.
2012 BMW X5 questions
Does the 2012 BMW X5 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 10 safety recalls for the 2012 BMW X5: Passenger air bag may explode and spray metal fragments; Driver Airbag Inflator May Explode, Sending Metal Fragments; Passenger airbag may explode and spray metal shrapnel; Loose Engine Pulley Bolt Can Cause Sudden Steering Loss; Electric water pump can overheat and cause a fire. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2012 BMW X5?
Based on 271 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine (92), Air Bags (88), Power Train (54).
How do I check if a recall on my 2012 BMW X5 has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.