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2017 BMW X 5

Everything Canada’s open data holds on this vehicle: what has been recalled, what it costs to run, and how efficient it is compared with everything else on the road.

Recalls

7

5 current

Combined

11.5L/100 km

Fuel, a year

$3,565

20,000 km, Ontario prices

Recalls

Good news: Recall repairs cost you nothing. Book with any manufacturer dealer and quote the recall number — no time limit, however many owners the vehicle has had.

Engine

Transport Canada recall 2024468 · manufacturer campaign 11 83 24RC

13 August 2024

Transport Canada lists: 2 2014–2016 · 3 2012–2016 · 4 2014–2016 · 5 2012–2016 · and 5 more

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, fluid from the positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) system could leak on the intake air hose. As a result, the fluid could enter the electrical connector for the water pump and cause a short circuit.

Why it matters

A short circuit can create the risk of a fire, even while the vehicle is parked and turned off.

What the dealer will do

To reduce the safety risk, BMW advises you to park your vehicle outdoors and away from other vehicles or structures until the recall repairs are completed. BMW will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to inspect and, if necessary, replace the water pump and electrical connector. The dealer will also install a shield on the connector.

78,381 vehicles affected in CanadaSUVSafety Mfr

Engine

Transport Canada recall 2021711 · manufacturer campaign 11 84/85/86/87 21RC

19 November 2021

Transport Canada lists: 3 2014–2018 · 5 2014–2016 · 7 2015 · X 3 2015–2017 · and 1 more

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) cooler could crack internally and leak. If this happens, you may notice the following symptoms: a warning symbol in the instrument cluster displaying a loss of coolant, reduced engine power, an unpleasant exhaust odour, an unusual noise from the engine and/or smoke from the engine compartment. Note: This recall replaces Transport Canada Recall no. 2018-587.

Why it matters

A cracked EGR cooler could create the risk of an engine fire.

What the dealer will do

BMW will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to replace the EGR cooler. The dealer will also inspect the intake manifold, and replace it, if necessary.

12,702 vehicles affected in CanadaSUVSafety Mfr

Fuel System

Transport Canada recall 2021469 · manufacturer campaign 13 80 21RC

29 July 2021

Transport Canada lists: 3 2014–2018 · 5 2014–2016 · X 3 2015–2016 · X 5 2014–2018

What is wrong

On certain vehicles equipped with a diesel engine, the high-pressure fuel pump may wear prematurely. This can cause reduced engine performance and could lead to a sudden engine stall. Note: A warning lamp on the instrument cluster will turn on if the fuel pressure drops.

Why it matters

A loss of engine power could increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

BMW will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to replace the high-pressure fuel pump.

3,486 vehicles affected in CanadaSUVSafety Mfr

Label

Transport Canada recall 2017269

19 May 2017

Transport Canada lists: 6 2017 · X 5 2017 · X 6 2017

What is wrong

Certain M-Series vehicles may fail to comply with the requirements of Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (CMVSS) 110 - Tire Selection and Rims. For some X5 M and X6 M vehicles, the tire and loading information label incorrectly states the vehicles were equipped with 20-inch tires, however the vehicles are equipped with 21-inch tires. For some M6 Cabriolet and M6 Coupe vehicles, the tire and loading information label incorrectly states the vehicles were equipped with 19-inch tires, however the vehicle is equipped with 20-inch tires. Additionally, the label for the M6 Cabriolet and M6 Coupe vehicles incorrectly displays a value of 32psi (220 kPa), although it should display a value of 35psi (240kPa).

What the dealer will do

Dealers will replace the Tire and Loading label.

33 vehicles affected in CanadaCarCompliance Mfr

Airbag

Transport Canada recall 2017150

17 March 2017

Transport Canada lists: X 5 2017

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the passenger's frontal airbag could produce excessive internal pressure during airbag deployment due to a potential airflow impairment in the inflator module. Increased pressure may cause the inflator to rupture, which could allow fragments to be propelled toward vehicle occupants, increasing the risk of injury. This could also damage the airbag module, which could prevent proper deployment. Failure of the airbag to fully deploy during a crash (where deployment is warranted) could increase the risk of personal injury to the seat occupant.

What the dealer will do

Dealers will replace the passenger's frontal airbag inflator.

6 vehicles affected in CanadaSUVSafety Mfr
1 replaced by later campaigns

Engine

Transport Canada recall 2018587

26 October 2018

Replaced: This recall has been replaced by a later campaign. Check the newer one — the repair may have changed.

Transport Canada lists: 1 2015–2016 · 3 2013–2017 · 5 2013–2016 · 7 2015 · and 2 more

What is wrong

This recall was replaced by Transport Canada Recall No. 2021-711. On certain vehicles, the cooler for Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) module may develop an internal leak and coolant could mix with diesel engine soot/sediment. In rare circumstances, this condition could result in smouldering particles and lead to the melting of the intake manifold, increasing the risk of a fire causing injury and/or damage to property.

What the dealer will do

Dealers will inspect the EGR cooler, and if necessary, replace it. If it is determined that the EGR cooler has leaked internally, the intake manifold will also be replaced. The EGR pipe connecting the cooler to the manifold will be cleaned. Note: An operator may be alerted to this condition by one or more of the following symptoms: A warning symbol in the instrument cluster displaying a loss of engine coolant, a reduction in engine power, an unpleasant odour (exhaust gas), an unusual noise from the engine compartment, and/or smoke from the engine compartment.

10,368 vehicles affected in CanadaSUVSuperseded

Efficiency and running cost

Class
Sport utility vehicle: Standard
In its class
More efficient than 71% of 112 2017 vehicles in this class
Tailpipe CO₂
270 g/km

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Common questions

Does the 2017 BMW X 5 have any recalls?
Transport Canada has 7 recalls on record for the 2017 BMW X 5, of which 5 are current and 1 has been replaced by later campaigns. Recall repairs are free at any manufacturer dealer.
What fuel economy does the 2017 BMW X 5 get?
NRCan rates the 2017 BMW X 5 at 11.5 L/100 km combined, emitting 270 g of CO2 per kilometre. There are 5 rated versions; this is the median.
What does it cost to run a 2017 BMW X 5 for a year?
At 20,000 km a year and Ontario average prices, about $3,565 in fuel, producing roughly 5,313 kg of CO2. Your own distance and prices will change this — the calculator lets you set both.

Source: Transport Canada — Vehicle Recalls Database; NRCan — Fuel consumption ratings. Data current as of 30 July 2026. Running cost uses Ontario average prices (155 ¢/L, 14.5 ¢/kWh), which are hand-maintained estimates. 30,784 rated vehicles on file.