How many 2014 BMW X5 owners complained about structure and body problems?

NHTSA lists 16 Structure & Body complaints for the 2014 BMW X5, which is 16% of all complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for the 2014 BMW X5 door problems?

Yes. Recall 14V202000, reported April 17, 2014, covers rear side door lock issues on X5 vehicles equipped with the Soft Close Automatic option; dealers inspect and replace affected door locks.

What is the median mileage when structure and body problems occur on the 2014 X5?

The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA is 14,500 miles.

Did any 2014 X5 structure and body complaints involve fires or crashes?

NHTSA records show 2 fires and 0 crashes among the 16 Structure & Body complaints for the 2014 X5.

How does 2014 compare to other X5 model years for this problem?

The 2014 X5's 16% share of complaints tied to Structure & Body is the highest of any model year listed, compared to shares of 1% to 13% in other years.

2014 BMW X5 Structure & Body Problems

NHTSA lists 16 Structure & Body complaints for the 2014 BMW X5, 16% of all complaints that year, higher than any other model year. A related recall (14V202000) covers rear side door lock failures tied to the Soft Close Automatic option.

Structure & Body complaints: 16; 16% of 98
Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 2
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 14,500 mi
Related recalls: 1

Typical body and structure symptoms owners report

Doors equipped with the Soft Close Automatic option pop open or become ajar while driving, sometimes accompanied by a dashboard warning light and wind noise.
Multiple owners report the driver, rear passenger, or front passenger door unlatching or opening slightly at speeds ranging from about 20 mph to 60 mph.
Some owners had door latch mechanisms replaced or adjusted by dealers, but the problem recurred within days in several cases.
Two reports describe a burning odor followed by an interior fire after the vehicle was parked, with the vehicle towed afterward.
One owner reported the infotainment screen malfunctioning at the same time the door latches were replaced, at 14,500 miles.

When 2014 BMW X5 body and structure complaints were filed

First complaint Mar 20, 2014, latest Nov 30, 2023.

16 complaints filed with NHTSA from Mar 2014 to Nov 2023; peak Sep 2015 (2).

Structure & Body recalls for the 2014 BMW X5

NHTSA 14V202000Apr 17, 2014Structure & Body6,400 vehicles
Latches/locks/linkages
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2014 X5 SAV vehicles manufactured December 12, 2013, through March 10, 2014, and equipped with the Soft Close Automatic (SCA) option. The rear side door lock mechanisms may not have been manufactured to correct tolerances and when the inside door handle is pulled, the previously engaged child safety lock can disengage.
Risk: A disengaged child safety lock would allow the rear seat occupant to pull the door handle twice and open the door while the vehicle is parked or in motion, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear side door locks and any affected door locks will be replaced, free of charge. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Structure & Body complaints by X5 model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

200512 (15%)
200635 (18%)
200711 (8%)
20087 (3%)
200912 (8%)
20106 (4%)
20116 (2%)
201211 (4%)
201310 (6%)
201416 (16%)
20158 (5%)
20164 (5%)
20177 (9%)
20183 (4%)
20199 (5%)
20204 (4%)
20215 (5%)
20221 (1%)
20234 (13%)
20240 (0%)
20251 (2%)

Frequently asked questions

How many 2014 BMW X5 owners complained about structure and body problems?: NHTSA lists 16 Structure & Body complaints for the 2014 BMW X5, which is 16% of all complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2014 BMW X5 door problems?: Yes. Recall 14V202000, reported April 17, 2014, covers rear side door lock issues on X5 vehicles equipped with the Soft Close Automatic option; dealers inspect and replace affected door locks.
What is the median mileage when structure and body problems occur on the 2014 X5?: The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA is 14,500 miles.
Did any 2014 X5 structure and body complaints involve fires or crashes?: NHTSA records show 2 fires and 0 crashes among the 16 Structure & Body complaints for the 2014 X5.
How does 2014 compare to other X5 model years for this problem?: The 2014 X5's 16% share of complaints tied to Structure & Body is the highest of any model year listed, compared to shares of 1% to 13% in other years.