2013 BMW X5 M Base
5YMGY0C53D0C11983
Vehicle history report for the 2013 BMW X5 M Base (VIN 5YMGY0C53D0C11983). Gray, sport utility vehicle [suv]/multipurpose vehicle [mpv], 4.4L 8-cyl 555 hp, gasoline. 22,228 mi reported. Registered in Co. No open recalls. Unlock full title, salvage, lien & accident history.
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Vehicle identity & specifications
What's a 2013 BMW X5 M worth?
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Official U.S. EPA fuel-economy estimates for the 2013 BMW X5 M.
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. EPA estimates for this year/make/model; actual mileage varies by trim and driving conditions.
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Safety recalls None found
No open NHTSA recall campaigns were found for this 2013 BMW X5 M.
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Common problems & what to inspect
Based on 161 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2013 BMW X5 M, here are the most-reported problem areas — and exactly what to check before you buy.
🔥 3 involved a fire
🔍 Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
🔍 Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
🔍 Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
🔍 Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.
Pre-purchase checklist
- Match the VIN on the dash, door jamb and title — they must be identical.
- Cold-start the engine; listen for knocks and check for blue or white exhaust smoke.
- Test-drive through all gears at low and highway speed — no slipping, shudder or pulling.
- Confirm every warning light clears at startup (none should stay on).
- Check fluids — oil, coolant, transmission — for level, color and leaks.
- Look underneath for rust, fresh undercoating or signs of collision repair.
- Always get an independent pre-purchase inspection from a trusted mechanic.
Owner complaints 161
Complaints filed with NHTSA by owners of the 2013 BMW X5 M.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
A fire started under my hood immediately after starting my car.
Fire · NHTSA ODI #11746602POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE
My vehicle has suffered catastrophic electrical failure due to water intrusion directly into the rear cargo compartment. This water ingress has destroyed vital electronic control modules that were designed and placed in low-lying, unsealed body cavities—an engineering layout heavily documented as a design vulnerability in the E70 chassis. My safety was put…
NHTSA ODI #11746759UNKNOWN OR OTHER
My family and I were traveling from Maryland to Florida, with a planned stop in Atlanta. We were driving our 2013 BMW X5 x Drive 35i and were traveling southbound on [XXX] through Greenville, South Carolina when the incident occurred. While driving at highway speed, my husband suddenly noticed multiple error messages appearing on the vehicle’s display scree…
Fire · NHTSA ODI #11723213ENGINE
The EGR system in my 2013 BMW x5d has failed. There is a recall notice for the EGR system on the 2014 BMW x5d with the same engine and exhaust system related to a fire warning. It would seem to make sense to include the my car in the recall under the circumstances.
NHTSA ODI #11706109ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,SERVICE BRAKES
The componet that failed is the cars electric system in the rear. Battery gets so hot its melted a 2nd orange box on top of the battery. Burned a hole right through. Attempted to start the vehicle, now it's throwing big sparks in the rear battery compartment. ABS warnings, brake warnings, it leaks. It will not start again! We have no transportation. Noone s…
NHTSA ODI #11705896ENGINE
Component or system that failed/malfunctioned N63 4.4L twin-turbo V8 engine – excessive oil consumption (1 quart every 300–400 miles) caused by failed valve-stem seals and leaking turbocharger coolant feed/return lines. Parts are still on the vehicle and available for inspection. How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? Sudden loss of engine…
NHTSA ODI #11701313ENGINE
The primary component that has malfunctioned is the engine's valve stem seals, which are available for inspection upon request. This defect has led to excessive oil consumption, which has now escalated to a critical safety issue. The vehicle is emitting a huge amount of thick smoke from the exhaust with a strong smell of burnt oil, and multiple engine warnin…
NHTSA ODI #11679744ENGINE
Check engine light indicated on the dash, immediately took it to an nearby auto mechanic Tuffy in Fort Myers Florida, off of Daniel's parkway. The said the diagnostic said it was valve cover and gasket replacement. Got a second opinion at Apex Auto in Tire in Fort Myers. Had them install a new valve cover and gasket cover. Check engine light was still visibl…
NHTSA ODI #11655080+ 153 more complaints on record.
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5YMGY0C53D0C11983 is a structurally valid 17-character VIN with a correct ISO 3779 check digit, assigned to a manufacturer in United States. It decodes to the 2013 BMW X5 M.
Does the 2013 BMW X5 M have any open safety recalls?
No open NHTSA safety-recall campaigns were found for the 2013 BMW X5 M. CarLogs checks this against official NHTSA data on every lookup.
What is a fair price for a 2013 BMW X5 M?
Comparable 2013 BMW X5 M listings run roughly $54,000–$61,250, typically around $58,683 (from 6 comparable vehicles). The full report shows this exact VIN's valuation.
What fuel economy does the 2013 BMW X5 M get?
The U.S. EPA rates the 2013 BMW X5 M at about 14 mpg combined (12 city / 17 highway).
Data last checked 21 Aug 2026 · Sources: NHTSA (recalls & complaints), U.S. EPA (fuel economy), NHTSA vPIC (specifications). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.