How many transmission complaints does the 2019 BMW X5 have?

NHTSA lists 18 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2019 BMW X5, which is about 10% of the 188 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a transmission recall for the 2019 BMW X5?

No. The data shows no related recalls linked to the Transmission & Powertrain complaints for this model year.

What transmission problems do 2019 X5 owners report?

Owners describe an inability to shift into park with a transmission defect warning, low-speed shuddering and grinding noises while turning, vibration during turns or reversing, and transfer case juttering.

At what mileage do 2019 X5 transmission problems occur?

The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for Transmission & Powertrain complaints on the 2019 X5 is 431.5 miles.

Were there any crashes linked to these complaints?

Across all complaint areas for the 2019 X5, NHTSA records 2 crashes and 0 fires, though the sample transmission complaints reviewed did not include a crash.

2019 BMW X5 Transmission & Powertrain Problems

NHTSA lists 18 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2019 BMW X5, about 10% of its 188 total complaints for the year. There are no related recalls tied to this component. Reported failures center on shuddering, jerking, and inability to shift into park, at a median mileage of 431.5.

Transmission & Powertrain complaints: 18; 10% of 188
Crashes reported: 2
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 432 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical transmission symptoms owners report

Vehicle displays a "transmission defect" or "leveler select defect" warning and cannot be shifted into park while still able to move between drive, neutral, and reverse.
Owners report jerking, shuddering, or a rough grinding noise at low speed, especially while turning between 2 and 5 mph.
Some describe vibration when turning or backing up at low speeds, with dealerships in some cases citing a service bulletin (SIB 27 02 20) for the issue.
A transfer case is reported to cause juttering during right or left turns and in reverse, with owners saying the manufacturer is aware of the pattern on 2019 X5 models.
One owner reported the vehicle shifting to neutral and stalling, followed by dashboard warnings for reduced airbag and seat belt tension after restarting.

When 2019 BMW X5 transmission complaints were filed

First complaint Feb 4, 2019, latest Sep 1, 2026.

18 complaints filed with NHTSA from Feb 2019 to Sep 2026; peak Dec 2025 (3).

Transmission & Powertrain recalls for the 2019 BMW X5

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Transmission & Powertrain complaints by X5 model year

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

20108 (6%)
201165 (23%)
201262 (21%)
201337 (23%)
201412 (12%)
201514 (9%)
201613 (18%)
201710 (14%)
201810 (14%)
201918 (10%)
202017 (15%)
202128 (26%)
202224 (35%)
20237 (22%)
202416 (11%)
20257 (11%)

Frequently asked questions

How many transmission complaints does the 2019 BMW X5 have?: NHTSA lists 18 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2019 BMW X5, which is about 10% of the 188 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a transmission recall for the 2019 BMW X5?: No. The data shows no related recalls linked to the Transmission & Powertrain complaints for this model year.
What transmission problems do 2019 X5 owners report?: Owners describe an inability to shift into park with a transmission defect warning, low-speed shuddering and grinding noises while turning, vibration during turns or reversing, and transfer case juttering.
At what mileage do 2019 X5 transmission problems occur?: The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for Transmission & Powertrain complaints on the 2019 X5 is 431.5 miles.
Were there any crashes linked to these complaints?: Across all complaint areas for the 2019 X5, NHTSA records 2 crashes and 0 fires, though the sample transmission complaints reviewed did not include a crash.