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BMW F95 X5 M common problems
2020–present · X5 M / Competition (S63 V8). The known weak spots of the engines used in the F95, with sources, plus the topics that come up most in BMW's service bulletins and NHTSA recalls for this chassis.
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S63 engine
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Oil consumption and valve stem seals
BMW's valve seal replacement bulletin covers the S63 in the X5 M and X6 M as well as the N63.
Sources: BMW SIB: N63 and S63 valve seal replacement (NHTSA)
Rod bearings, coils and injectors
Rod bearing wear is discussed on early S63s; misfires from coils and injectors and turbo coolant leaks also show up.
Sources: BMW service bulletins and recalls filed with NHTSA (public data) and the specialist and owner write-ups linked above. Not affiliated with BMW.