2000 BMW X5
Only 29 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 29 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 29
- Recalls
- 6
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2000
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2000: 29 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1999 | 0 |
| 2000 | 29 |
| 2001 | 160 |
| 2002 | 102 |
| 2003 | 99 |
| 2004 | 64 |
| 2005 | 82 |
| 2006 | 168 |
| 2007 | 71 |
| 2008 | 215 |
| 2009 | 138 |
| 2010 | 124 |
| 2011 | 263 |
| 2012 | 271 |
| 2013 | 149 |
| 2014 | 99 |
| 2015 | 152 |
| 2016 | 74 |
| 2017 | 75 |
| 2018 | 73 |
| 2019 | 192 |
| 2020 | 112 |
| 2021 | 109 |
| 2022 | 70 |
| 2023 | 34 |
| 2024 | 145 |
| 2025 | 62 |
| 2026 | 28 |
Known problem areas
Only 29 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Visibility
8 of 29 total reports mention: visibility, most commonly citing power window devices and controls and glass, side/rear.
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1.windshield wipers suddenly stopped working at highway speed during heavy rain and traffic putting me in a dangerous situation (Problem was not caused by a fuse). 2.
NHTSA ODI report, 2004-04-21
Power train
7 of 29 total reports mention: power train, most commonly citing automatic transmission and driveshaft.
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The way the front drive shaft was designed caused premature wear . *ph the vehicle did not move when in gear and a whining noise was heard in the transmission area. *scc.
NHTSA ODI report, 2003-07-31
Service brakes
4 of 29 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.
Latches/locks/linkages
3 of 29 total reports mention: latches/locks/linkages, most commonly citing latch.
Exterior lighting
2 of 29 total reports mention: exterior lighting, most commonly citing headlights.
Safety timeline
6 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2000-02-08Steering00V010000 Vehicle description: sport utility vehicles. The lower steering shaft coupling includes a plastic collar which fits over the lower steering rack input shaft. This collar is pushed down onto the…
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the steering rack input shaft collar for proper positioning, and reposition is necessary.
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2001-08-14Power train01V196000 Vehicle description: 4.4I sport utility vehicles. Over an extended period of time, abrasion particles could deposit on the electrical contacts within the switch, causing a disruption of the…
Remedy: Dealers will replace the transmission gear position indicator switch. Owner notification began August 14, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service…
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2001-08-14Service brakes, hydraulic01V195000 Vehicle description: 4.4I sport utility vehicles. There is a plastic carrier to which the oil filter housing is attached. Oil supply and return lines are attached to the filter housing. Over…
Remedy: Dealers will install a rubber spacer below the plastic carrier to prevent sagging and subsequent contact between the oil and brake lines. Brake lines whose anticorrosion layer is found to be…
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2002-08-14Service brakes, hydraulic02V194000 On certain passenger vehicles, due to a manufacturing problem, the brake pedal arm pivot shaft could loosen from its support bracket.
Remedy: Dealers will check the brake pedal arm pivot shaft for proper seating in its support bracket. In addition, a pin will be installed to secure the shaft to the bracket. Owner notification began…
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2003-02-14Service brakes, hydraulic03V001000 On certain sport utility vehicles, it may be possible for the front brake line to slip out of the retaining bracket located at the front strut. The brake hose that is attached to the brake line…
Remedy: Dealers will install an additional retaining clip to further secure the brake line to the front strut. Additionally, if inspection of any brake hose indicates that it has experienced damage, the…
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2025-12-29Air bags25V748000 BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2000-2001 X5 vehicles that may be equipped with a sport steering wheel containing a Takata PSDI-4 air bag inflator.
Remedy: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the remedy is complete. Dealers will inspect and replace the driver's front air bag, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 29, 2025.
Buy-smart checklist
2000 BMW X5 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Visibility: 8 reports on file for this year.
- Power train: 7 reports on file for this year.
- Service brakes: 4 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 00V010000 · Steering
- Recall 01V196000 · Power train
- Recall 01V195000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
- Recall 02V194000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
- Recall 03V001000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
- Recall 25V748000 · Air bags
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- Is the 2000 BMW X5 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 2000 BMW X5?
- The most-reported component is visibility, accounting for 28% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2000 BMW X5 have?
- 6 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.