BMW X5 E70 (2006–2013)Faults with oil consumption
Oil consumption of the BMW X5 E70: problems and faults
In the BMW X5 E70 there are 2 documented faults with oil consumption: N63 oil consumption from worn valve stem seals (BMW N62 / N63 engine) and N62 blue smoke and oil consumption from hardened valve stem seals (BMW N62 / N63 engine).
- High severity: N63 oil consumption from worn valve stem seals · BMW N62 / N63 engine
- Medium severity: N62 blue smoke and oil consumption from hardened valve stem seals · BMW N62 / N63 engine
Most serious fault: High severity
Problems with oil consumption on the the BMW N62 / N63
From most to least important. Check the affected years and versions on each page.
Symptoms these faults cause
Frequently asked questions
What faults with oil consumption does the BMW X5 E70 have?
In the BMW X5 E70 there are 2 documented faults with oil consumption: N63 oil consumption from worn valve stem seals (BMW N62 / N63 engine) and N62 blue smoke and oil consumption from hardened valve stem seals (BMW N62 / N63 engine). Each fault has its own page with the affected years and versions, the symptoms and how to check for it.
Which engines of the BMW X5 E70 have faults with oil consumption?
The documented faults affect the BMW N62 / N63. Check the years and versions on each page: they do not always affect every unit.
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Sources
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- Fiabilité Bmw Serie 5 (2003-2010) (410 témoignages)Fiches-auto.fr · Owners' forum · consulted 8 October 2026 · in French