2018 BMW X5

VIN: 5UXKT0C56J0V99493
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🚗 Vehicle Identity
Year 2018
Make BMW
Model X5
Trim xDrive40e
Vehicle Type MULTIPURPOSE PASSENGER VEHICLE (MPV)
Body Style Sport Utility Vehicle (SUV)/Multi-Purpose Vehicle (MPV)
Doors 4
🔧 Engine & Performance
Cylinders 4
Horsepower 308
Fuel Type Electric
Electrification PHEV (Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle)
⚙️ Drivetrain
Drive Type AWD/All-Wheel Drive
Transmission Automatic
Transmission Speeds 8
Wheel Base (in) 115.50
GVWR Class 2E: 6,001 - 7,000 lb (2,722 - 3,175 kg)
Wheel Size (front) 19
Wheel Size (rear) 19
🏭 Manufacturing
Manufacturer BMW MANUFACTURER CORPORATION / BMW NORTH AMERICA
Plant City GREER
Plant State SOUTH CAROLINA
Plant Country UNITED STATES (USA)
🛡️ Safety Systems
ABS Standard
ESC Standard
TPMS Direct
Front Airbags 1st Row (Driver and Passenger)
Side Airbags 1st Row (Driver and Passenger)
Curtain Airbags 1st and 2nd Rows
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⚠️ Safety Recalls (5)

EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL #18V652000

Issue: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018 BMW 330e iPerformance, i3 Rex, i3 Sport Rex, X5 xDrive40e, i3 BEV, i3 Sport BEV and 2019 i8 and i8 Roadster vehicles and 2018-2019 530e iPerformance, 530e xDrive iPerformance and 740Le xDrive iPerformance vehicles. Capacitors within the TurboCord Portable Chargers may fail, possibly resulting in a shock hazard or a fire.

Risk: An electrical shock or a fire can increase the risk of injury or death.

Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the charging cable, and replace it if necessary, free of charge. The recall began February 22, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM #18V439000

Issue: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018 BMW X5 xDrive35i, X5 xDrive50i, X5 xDrive35d, and X6 sDrive35i vehicles. The pivot bolt on the front lower-left control arm may not have been properly hardened, which may cause the control arm to break.

Risk: If the lower control arm breaks, vehicle handling and control can be affected, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the lower-left control arms and replace if necessary, free of charge. The recall began July 11, 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP #21V586000

Issue: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2014-2018 328d, 328d xDrive, X5 xDrive35d, 2014-2016 535d, 535d xDrive, 2015 740Ld xDrive, and 2015-2017 X3 xDrive28d vehicles. The high-pressure fuel pump may fail.

Risk: Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the high-pressure fuel pump, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on January 14, 2022. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

SUSPENSION #17V727000

Issue: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018 BMW X5 SAV, X5 M SAV, X6 SAV, and X6 M SAV vehicles. Bolts that secure the front suspension may not have been properly tightened.

Risk: Loose bolts can affect the performance of the suspension, thereby increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and tighten the wishbone suspension bolts, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin January 8, 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:PUMP #24V608000

Issue: BMW of North America, LLC. (BMW) is recalling certain 2012-2015 X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i, 2012-2016 Z4 sDrive28i, 528i, 528i xDrive, 328i, 328xi, 2016-2018 X5 xdrive 40e, 2014-2016 228i, 228xi, 428i, 428i xDrive, 328xi Gran Turismo, 2013-2017 X3 sDrive28i, X3 xDrive28i, 2015-2018 X4 xDrive28i, 2015-2016 428xi vehicles. An improperly sealed electrical connector on the water pump may be exposed to water and short circuit.

Risk: An electrical short increases the risk of a fire.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the water pump and plug connector as necessary, and install a protective shield, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 28, 2025. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

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66 owner complaints filed with NHTSA
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