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Common Problems with 2006 BMW X5

Retrospectively, the 2006 BMW X5 had 178 complaints, and 41% of issues had something to do with AIR BAGS problems.

Worst 2006 BMW X5 Problems

We have singled out the top-3 most critical reports that involved victims or injuries.

SEATS
2006 BMW X5 January 29, 2014 Victims: 1 Mileage: 123469 miles

Started x5 up and turned on driver 's seat warmer. let car warm up for 5 minutes and commenced to drive away. one minute down the road i smell smoke l...

SEATS
2006 BMW X5 February 18, 2014 Victims: 1 Mileage: 87131 miles

Drivers side heated seat burned through leather seats on right side of seat at rib cage. slightly burned driver. had a electrical burning smell. left...

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
2006 BMW X5 February 20, 2016 Victims: 1 Mileage: 120000 miles

My drivers side seat ( cushion) caught on fire when i turned on the heated seats. i first smelled a burning / plastic smell. then i felt my glutes and...