BrittB 
2001 BMW X5 SUV 4.4i AWD 4dr SUV (4.4L 8cyl 5A)
Electrical gremlins
 Our 2001 4.4 X5 is the "Ultimate 
driving machine".  We love everything 
about it except...  It has electrical 
gremlins in it.  The dash warning 
lights come on and off all the time, 
indicating the need to check rear and 
brake lights.  We take it to the 
dealership, they replace what is 
broken, if the check lights are 
actually still on when we get to the 
dealership and we go home. Some time a 
few days later, it happens again.. 
Check rear lights etc...   Consumer 
reports rates the 2001's electrical 
system very poor.  Newer models are 
much improved. 