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Problems with 2001 BMW X5 EQUIPMENT

On average, the 2001 BMW X5 starts to “feel” problems with the EQUIPMENT and its various aspects after 0 miles.

Components Affected by EQUIPMENT Issues

We have classified the 1 complaints from 2001 BMW X5 about EQUIPMENT into the following categories.

ELECTRICAL 1 RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER 1

Recently reported EQUIPMENT problems on 2001 BMW X5

This is a safety complaint on the 2001 bmw x5. there are several defect, safety reports on the vehicle at this website. *tr

1. had car serviced at 60,000 miles, only 3 weeks later the green dashes started appearing again and staying on, as if i needed to have car serviced. called dealer and they said not to worry, this has been know to happen, just ignore it. 2. very loud noise from sun roof (closed) while traveling on freeway and leaks during car washes? dealer said they can replace the seal and this should fix the problem. 3. brake light indicator on dash comes on and off, as if bulb is out, but just replaced bulb, then replaced again, sometimes this brake light works and sometimes it doesn't. 4. window on front passenger window would not go back up after opened, then a day later, the door would not open or close. dealer replaced the window mechanism that controls both the door handle and the window at my cost mind you the rear window and door had been done only a year before. the dealer told me that this happens on all german cars, doesn't matter the age of car or make. how frustrating - spend $45,000 and know windows will eventually quit working?? 5. front right headlamp gets moisture in it and it takes 3-5 days to clear up. 6. driver cup holders, what is up with that - can only put one cup in it, when try to put 2 in, they overlap, very frustrating when driving. 7. storage in front minimal and a hassle, you have to reach back and sort of behind you to get into compartment - dangerous while driving. 8. leather seats are very hard, need a plushier leather. 9. wheels, brake "dust" gets all over the wheels much much more than any other luxury car i have ever had. 10. cargo cover in rear needs work, check out the one lexus uses in rx30. 11. need more cargo space - compared to rx330 and the volvo x90, space is extremely small. 12. disappointed in my car - want to sell it, will not buy another bmw. *nm

While traveling on the highway the step ladder is electronic. it provides the motion to the vehicle. please fill in additional information dealer is aware of the problem.

The driver and passenger side windows rattle when going up due to window regulator failure. *yh

Consumer states a problem existed where the vehcle would suddenly cut off when in a turn and when first starting. the fan blower motor and the coolant thermostat had to be replaced to correct improper heater operation. *tt

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