2012 BMW X5 Safety Overview
The 2012 BMW X5 has been closely monitored for safety issues.
Official NHTSA Recalls
The NHTSA has issued 10 official safety recalls for this vehicle. Key affected components include:
- Air bags:frontal:passenger side:inflator module
- Air bags:frontal:driver side:inflator module
- Engine and engine cooling:engine
Severe Defect Warnings
Notably, some of these defects carry severe risks, such as an inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Consumer Complaints
To date, there have been no consumer complaints filed with the NHTSA for this model year.
Why It Matters
Staying informed about these safety records is critical for BMW X5 owners to ensure ongoing reliability and safety on the road. Always consult an authorized dealer for official remedy repairs.
Latest Vehicle Recalls
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2009-2012 X5 xDrive35d, 2008-2012 X6 xDrive3...
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
NHTSA Recall 20V016000: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2008-2013 128i and 135i Convertibles, 128i, ...
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
NHTSA Recall 20V017000: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2007-2013 X5 xDrive30i, X5 xDrive35i, X5 xDr...
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
NHTSA Recall 19V017000: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2009-2013 X5 xDrive 35d diesel vehicles.
If the idler pulley bolt breaks, the vehicle may unexpectedly lose power-assisted steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA Recall 18V336000: If the idler pulley bolt breaks, the vehicle may unexpectedly lose... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2011-2012 BMW 550i, 550i xDrive, 550i Gran T...
If the circuit board were to overheat, it can increase the risk of a fire.
NHTSA Recall 18V248000: If the circuit board were to overheat, it can increase the risk of a fire. Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2007-2013 X5 xDrive30i, X5 xDrive35i, X5 xDr...
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
NHTSA Recall 18V030000: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
BMW of North America, LLC, (BMW) is recalling certain 2011-2013 X5 xDrive35i, X5 xDrive50i, X5 M ...
If the front universal joint fails, the front wheels would not be driven, affecting vehicle traction. Additionally, continued driving of the vehicle with a broken front universal joint may damage other components. Either condition may increase the risk of a crash.
NHTSA Recall 17V138000: If the front universal joint fails, the front wheels would not be driven... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2012 X5 xDrive30i, X5 xDrive35i, X5 xDrive48...
An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
NHTSA Recall 17V020000: An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
BMW IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 X5 VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A DIESEL ENGINE AND 2013 X5 A...
LEAKING POWER STEERING FLUID CAN SPRAY ONTO HOT EXHAUST PARTS, INCREASING THE RISK OF AN ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE.
NHTSA Recall 12V267000: LEAKING POWER STEERING FLUID CAN SPRAY ONTO HOT EXHAUST PARTS, INCREASING... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
BMW IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 X5 XDRIVE 35I SPORTS ACTIVITY VEHICLES, MANUFACTURED FRO...
IF THE DRIVER BELIEVES THAT THE TRANSMISSION IS IN PARK AND DOES NOT USE THE PARKING BRAKE, THE VEHICLE COULD ROLL AWAY AFTER EXITING THE VEHICLE INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH OR INJURY.
NHTSA Recall 12V019000: IF THE DRIVER BELIEVES THAT THE TRANSMISSION IS IN PARK AND DOES NOT USE... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Recent Complaints
No complaints reported.