[tqbmw]

Curious...those that are getting the drivetrain faults are you following the break in instructions? Less than 85mph and should not go above 4,500RPM for 1k miles. Either way, this has me concerned. I'm at 700 miles as we speak and problem free... knock on wood.

[BmwGk]

Originally Posted by tqbmw

Curious...those that are getting the drivetrain faults are you following the break in instructions? Less than 85mph and should not go above 4,500RPM for 1k miles. Either way, this has me concerned. I'm at 700 miles as we speak and problem free... knock on wood.

My manual says to not exceed 100mph and 4500rpms for the first 1200 miles. And to avoid kickdown. The night before I remember kicking it down to pass someone......

[TechCTU]

Sorry to hear about these issues.

I am about to order. Is this a widespread issue?

I searched and did not see any other major issues.

Are current buyers regretting the purchase?

[AndroidRobot]

Originally Posted by BmwGk

My manual says to not exceed 100mph and 4500rpms for the first 1200 miles. And to avoid kickdown. The night before I remember kicking it down to pass someone......

once or twice won't hurt (at least it shouldn't) just don't make it a habit before break-in is over. I definitely did not follow break in for my M40i and there have been no abnormalities in my oil samples so far

[lumpydog]

Originally Posted by TechCTU

Sorry to hear about these issues.

I am about to order. Is this a widespread issue?

I searched and did not see any other major issues.

Are current buyers regretting the purchase?

Doesn't seem to be widespread. It's early in a new model year and there (generally) will be issues with any new car from any manufacturer - there is some risk in that respect but BMW stands by their product and resolves. Not regretting my purchase - opposite, really happy with it (so far - I'm almost a week in).

Originally Posted by AndroidRobot

once or twice won't hurt (at least it shouldn't) just don't make it a habit before break-in is over. I definitely did not follow break in for my M40i and there have been no abnormalities in my oil samples so far

I agree with this. It certainly shouldn't trigger what you've experienced.

[BmwGk]

Originally Posted by TechCTU

Sorry to hear about these issues.

I am about to order. Is this a widespread issue?

I searched and did not see any other major issues.

Are current buyers regretting the purchase?

No regrets at all. Vehicle is a joy to drive. I think this is a reality at the current state we are in with the tech in vehicles. I have friends with Audi's, Chevys, etc that have tech issues here and there on newish vehicles. I just hope we can soon update OTA.

[MysticBlue]

Originally Posted by BmwGk

When I started my 40i last week "Drivetrain Malfunction" appeared, then disappeared. Haven't seen the alert since.

If it's just a one time thing, don't worry about it. These things are like rolling computer labs. There are so many sensors, and so much software that has to talk to each other every time it is started, it is a wonder they function as reliably as they do. I've had drivetrain malfunction come up on my f15 a few times over my 5 years of ownership. Always went away quickly. Never a problem. Vehicle has been perfect for 5 years. No problems except a sticky idrive controller, which they replaced, at no charge of course, during one of the scheduled maintenance visits. Mechanically, and operationally, literally perfect. Not a single problem.
If it stays in, or is accompanied by limp mode, or happens repeatedly, then that's different, otherwise don't worry about the occasional warning that goes away quickly.

[fides7]

Multiple limp modes for me. Hope with new (NOT repaired or reconditioned) transmission problem will be permanently resolved.

[fides7]

The entire transmission was not replaced, instead new mechatronic was installed. All seems to be working well so far

[ctestb]

Well congrats on getting the vehicle back and knocking on wood for you that you have no more future issues (also crossing my own fingers that I do not experience this once I get mine!)

Happy new year as well!

[RMAS99]

I had the same after 3000 km. Pop up 2 times and disappeared without do nothing. I have the 50d

[lumpydog]

Originally Posted by RMAS99

I had the same after 3000 km. Pop up 2 times and disappeared without do nothing. I have the 50d

That's 5...

[BMWsOnly]

My car has been sitting with bmw since the 20th. I too have had a few issues with the Drivetrain Malfunctioning after 1000 miles. Also experienced a parking break failure, driver restraint system failure...and a host of others.

[puraj83]

Originally Posted by BMWsOnly

My car has been sitting with bmw since the 20th. I too have had a few issues with the Drivetrain Malfunctioning after 1000 miles. Also experienced a parking break failure, driver restraint system failure...and a host of others.

Sounds like they should give you a new car

[iconoclast]

Originally Posted by LeviBruno

Our car was optioned close to $90k and it would be a bummer if this was something of the norm.

Sadly, it is the norm for first year new model vehicles to experience issues regardless of MSRP. It is the price you pay for being the first to have the newest toys. You become real world beta testers for the company. Hopefully it's a minor issue and resolved promptly without leaving you stranded or in harm's way.

[fides7]

Check engine light came on again today. Not good, will drop off with dealer tomorrow morning.

[Kamran232323]

I had the same problem on my x5 40i it has 8000km on it I’m gonna take it to the dealer

[BMWasia]

pls post updates.thank you.

[jamesbaker1998]

Just recently picked up my G05 x5 m50d, its only got 310kms on the clock and I love it. However there has been a really strong electrical burning smell and the cooling fan remains on for up to 10 minutes once the engine is switched off. I went to start the vehicle today and got the message "drivetrain failure" the message has now disappeared. Should I continue to drive ?

[TJ_BMW]

Originally Posted by jamesbaker1998

Just recently picked up my G05 x5 m50d, its only got 310kms on the clock and I love it. However there has been a really strong electrical burning smell and the cooling fan remains on for up to 10 minutes once the engine is switched off. I went to start the vehicle today and got the message "drivetrain failure" the message has now disappeared. Should I continue to drive ?

I got the fans and electrical burning smell the other day, although no drivetrain failure warning was ever apparent.

[Artsardar]

My problem . 2600 KM.
HELP!

[magbarn]

Originally Posted by jamesbaker1998

Just recently picked up my G05 x5 m50d, its only got 310kms on the clock and I love it. However there has been a really strong electrical burning smell and the cooling fan remains on for up to 10 minutes once the engine is switched off. I went to start the vehicle today and got the message "drivetrain failure" the message has now disappeared. Should I continue to drive ?

Having previously owned a 335d, your m50d sounds like it's doing a dpf regeneration at the end of that drive. I don't think it had anything to do with drivetrain malfunction. The code should still be stored in your x5's computer so I would take it in for a dealer check.