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Vehicle history — accidents, title & owners
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5UXTA6C05M9••••••2021 Bmw X5
This build draws 1.8× more complaints than the average 2021 Bmw X5 build (5 vs 3).
5on this build
105on the model
38builds in total
1injuries
Most reportedPower Train 2Electrical System 2Engine 2Fuel/propulsion System 1
What owners of this build wrote
Visibility/wiperFeb 2022
The auto dimming function of the rearview mirror and the driver side mirror does not work consistently. During nighttime driving, the auto dimming can suddenly turn off unexpectedly, blinding the driver. I took the car into BMW and they confirmed that it is a known issue with…
Electrical SystemAug 2021
Previously reported that the BMW X5e, Plug in hybrid, shuts itself off once the driver's door is opened leaving anybody in the car at risk of serious health problems or even death! A menu selection option should disable this unsafe practice but it does not work. As if there is a…
Unknown Or OtherMay 2021
My BMX X5 45e SUV shuts itself off once the driver's door is opened turning off the car and all systems, including the Air Conditioning. There is an option in the menu to NOT allow the vehicle to shut off when the driver's door is opened. That has no affect on the operation at…
Power TrainApr 2021
Drove at the speed of 75 mph in the highway all in a sudden the car lost power until its speed dropped to 62 mph. It is a hybrid. Dash board showed some reserved battery power and half tank of gasoline. It is a big safety issue. Need to find the cause of it
Power TrainNov 2020
Car had 2 alerts 2.5 hrs into journey, having gone I-675 to 16: 1. Drivetrain malfunction 2. Power supply. I had stopped for food. I got back in, turned on the engine, and these alerts came on immediately. I called bmw, they said car should not be driven. Had it towed to hilton…
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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN 5UXTA6C05M9G68081 · decoded Nov 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.