NHTSA Safety Recalls
Bmw X5 Sav Recalls by Year
Every model year from 2003 to 2012, ranked by how many recalls it carries.
Across 3 model years (2003–2012) the Bmw X5 Sav has 8 NHTSA recalls. The worst year is 2012 with 4; the cleanest is 2003 with 1.
- Model years
- 3
- Total recalls
- 8
- Worst year
- 2012
- Cleanest year
- 2003
2003–2012
4 recalls
1 recalls
Recalls by model year
| Year | Recalls | Relative |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 Bmw X5 Sav | 4 | |
| 2011 Bmw X5 Sav | 3 | |
| 2003 Bmw X5 Sav | 1 |
What gets recalled most on the Bmw X5 Sav
- AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE3
- ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE2
- STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM2
- ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OTHER FUEL TYPES:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER1
Reading these numbers
A high recall count is not the same as an unreliable car. Recalls are safety defects the manufacturer reports and repairs free; a maker that files many of them is often being more diligent, not less. Older model years also accumulate recalls simply by existing longer.
What matters for a specific car is whether its own VIN is covered by an open campaign. Check it on NHTSA's lookup or call 1-888-327-4236.