MYRModel Year Report

2009 BMW X5 SAV

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2009 BMW X5 SAV
RENDERED 2026-08-02T13:51:57.521Z

Only 19 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 19 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, BMW X5 SAV Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2009 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 2009: 19 complaints 2009 2010: 19 complaints 2011: 24 complaints 2011 2012: 21 complaints 2013: 13 complaints 2013
2009: 19 complaints
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YearComplaints
20000
20010
20020
20031
20040
200627
200759
200820
200919
201019
201124
201221
201313

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 19 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

10 of 19 total reports mention: fuel/propulsion system.

FIRE
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THIS SUV HAS 3 SAFETY RECALLS. BOTH THE AIRBAGS ARE IN THE TAKATA AND THE FUEL PUMP CREATES AND EXTREME RISK TO ME AND MY FAMILY'S LIFE. I DO NOT UNDERSTAND WHY BMW IS AS A COMPANY IS KEEPING THESE FAULTY CARS ON THE ROAD.

NHTSA ODI report, 20170521

I AM WRITING IN REGARDS TO A TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN / RECALL FROM BMW SI B16 0102 WHICH I OBTAINED FROM THE NHTSA WEBSITE. MY BMW, [XXX], WAS SHOWING AN EMISSIONS FAULT CODE RELATED TO THE PART ADDRESSED IN THE UNLIMITED AGE/MILEAGE TSB.

NHTSA ODI report, 20171116

I HAVE A BMW X5 2009. I BOUGHT THIS THING BRAND NEW 0 MILES.

NHTSA ODI report, 20130311

AIR BAGS

7 of 19 total reports mention: air bags.

FIRE
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THIS SUV HAS 3 SAFETY RECALLS. BOTH THE AIRBAGS ARE IN THE TAKATA AND THE FUEL PUMP CREATES AND EXTREME RISK TO ME AND MY FAMILY'S LIFE. I DO NOT UNDERSTAND WHY BMW IS AS A COMPANY IS KEEPING THESE FAULTY CARS ON THE ROAD.

NHTSA ODI report, 20170521

SERVICE BRAKES

3 of 19 total reports mention: service brakes.

ENGINE

3 of 19 total reports mention: engine.

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I AM WRITING IN REGARDS TO A TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN / RECALL FROM BMW SI B16 0102 WHICH I OBTAINED FROM THE NHTSA WEBSITE. MY BMW, [XXX], WAS SHOWING AN EMISSIONS FAULT CODE RELATED TO THE PART ADDRESSED IN THE UNLIMITED AGE/MILEAGE TSB.

NHTSA ODI report, 20171116

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

2 of 19 total reports mention: exterior lighting.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20130115 — engine and engine cooling, steering

BMW is recalling certain model year 2009-2012 X5 xDrive 35d SAV diesel vehicles manufactured September 1, 2008, through November 15, 2012. The engine belt idler pulley bolt could loosen and break over

Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace and tighten the idler pulley bolt. The recall began on January 15, 2013. Owners may call BMW at 1-800-525-7417 or email BMW at CustomerRelations@bmwu

Campaign 12V550000 — check if this car was fixed

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 20180418 — RQ (closed 20181201)

Idler Pulley Bolt Failure

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

2009 BMW X5 SAV — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for fuel/propulsion system issues (10 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for air bags issues (7 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for service brakes issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 12V550000 (engine and engine cooling, steering) has been completed.
  • 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 2009 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 2009 BMW X5 SAV?

The most-reported component is fuel/propulsion system, accounting for 53% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2009 BMW X5 SAV have?

4 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.