MYRModel Year Report

2008 BMW X5 SAV

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2008 BMW X5 SAV
RENDERED 2026-08-02T13:51:55.104Z

Only 20 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 20 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, BMW X5 SAV Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2008 highlighted. 2000: 0 complaints 2000 2001: 0 complaints 2002: 0 complaints 2002 2003: 1 complaints 2004: 0 complaints 2004 2006: 27 complaints 2007: 59 complaints 2007 2008: 20 complaints 2008 2009: 19 complaints 2009 2010: 19 complaints 2011: 24 complaints 2011 2012: 21 complaints 2013: 13 complaints 2013
2008: 20 complaints
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YearComplaints
20000
20010
20020
20031
20040
200627
200759
200820
200919
201019
201124
201221
201313

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 20 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

AIR BAGS

9 of 20 total reports mention: air bags.

CRASH INJURY
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TRAVELING ON EXPRESSWAY AT APPROX 60 MPH COLLIDED WITH A VEHICLE HITTING HIM ON REAR. I SUSTAINED INJURY TO MY CHEST AS A RESULT OF IMPACT AGAINST THE STEERING WHEEL BECAUSE THE AIRBAG DIDN'T DEPLOY.

NHTSA ODI report, 20140627

BWW HAS AN ONGOING PROBLEM WITH ITS SEAT SENSOR MAT. THESE SENSORS ARE CRITICAL TO THE SAFETY OF THE FRONT PASSENGER IN THE EVENT OF AN ACCIDENT. BMW HAS ONLY ISSUED RECALLS FOR SELECT MODEL OF ITS VEHICLE ON THIS PARTICULAR ISSUE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20190301

TAKATA RECALL I CALLED BMW OF NORTH AMERICA LAST YEAR TO COMPLAIN ABOUT NOT RECEIVING A REPLACEMENT AIRBAG FOR MY 2008 BMW X5 3.0 SI. THEY TOLD ME IT WILL BE AVAILABLE TOWARDS THE END OF SUMMER 2016.

NHTSA ODI report, 20171108

ENGINE

4 of 20 total reports mention: engine.

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ON FEBRUARY 15, 2014 AT APPROXIMATELY 10:00 AM, MY 2008 X5 3.0SI HAD AN OVERHEATING ENGINE PROBLEM IN THE MIDDLE OF A BLIZZARD-LIKE CONDITIONS IN THE MOUNTAINS OF NORTH CAROLINA WHERE MY FAMILY AND I WERE VACATIONING.

NHTSA ODI report, 20140311

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

4 of 20 total reports mention: electrical system.

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ON FEBRUARY 15, 2014 AT APPROXIMATELY 10:00 AM, MY 2008 X5 3.0SI HAD AN OVERHEATING ENGINE PROBLEM IN THE MIDDLE OF A BLIZZARD-LIKE CONDITIONS IN THE MOUNTAINS OF NORTH CAROLINA WHERE MY FAMILY AND I WERE VACATIONING.

NHTSA ODI report, 20140311

SEATS

3 of 20 total reports mention: seats.

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

2 of 20 total reports mention: vehicle speed control.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20130329 — service brakes, service brakes, hydraulic

BMW is recalling certain model year 2007-2010 X5 SAV vehicles, manufactured September 12, 2006, through March 18, 2010 and equipped with an 8-cylinder engine. The brake vacuum pump may leak a small a

Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake vacuum line with one that contains a check valve, free of charge. The recall began during March 2013. Owners may call BMW at 1-800-525-7417

Campaign 13V045000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20161101 — air bags

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2008-2013 128i and 135i coupes and convertibles and 1 Series M coupes, 2006-2011 325i, 325xi, 328i, 328xi, 328i xDrive, 330i, 330xi, 335i, 335xi, 335i xDrive Sedans, 2009-2011 335d...

Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag module or inflator depending on the vehicle model, free of charge. The recall began March 9, 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Campaign 16V071000 — check if this car was fixed

I 20210917 — EA (open)

Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture

R 20220722 — engine and engine cooling

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2008-2013 1 Series Coupe (128i); 2007-2013 3 Series Coupe (328i, 328xi, 328i xDrive); 2007-2010 X3 SAV (X3 3.0si, X3 xDrive30i); 2008-2013 1 Series Convertible (128i); 2006-2011 3 Series Sedan...

Remedy: This recall supersedes and expands previous NHTSA recalls 17V-683 and 19V-273. Dealers will install an electrical wiring harness with fuse protection for the PCV Valve heater in potentially affected vehicles, free of charge.

Campaign 22V119000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2008 BMW X5 SAV — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for air bags issues (9 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine issues (4 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (4 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 13V045000 (service brakes, service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 16V071000 (air bags) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 22V119000 (engine and engine cooling) has been completed.
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FAQ

Is the 2008 BMW X5 SAV reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2008 BMW X5 SAV?

The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 45% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2008 BMW X5 SAV have?

3 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.