4.1

definitely annoying
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
29,000 miles

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problem #1

Nov 242003

X5 8-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 29,000 miles
Front turn signal socket failure. First the right side failed, then a few weeks later the left. Dealer says this is a common problem. The units should be replaced via recall on all affected vehicles since this is a legally required safety feature.

- Reno, NV, USA

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