As many of you know, I posted DIY instructions online back in 2007 as to how to repair X5 taillamps that stop working. FYI, I just received notice from NHTSA that as of August 25, 2011, they are requiring BMW to recall 241,000 325 and 330 models ONLY to replace their taillamp assemblies free of charge for a similar problem. Unfortunately, there must not be enough complaints to NHTSA about the X5 issue to warrant a recall as yet. So, if you have experienced this problem on your X5, I urge you to go to NHTSA at Home | National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), click on the link to REPORT A VEHICLE OR CHILD SEAT DEFECT, and report your problem. This is a design and manufacturing issue that impacts your safety, and its in everyone's best interest for these to be recalled and repaired.