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X5 Rear Air Suspension Bags cost

X5 Rear Air Suspension Bags on a BMW E70/F15 typically costs $497–$1,250 at an independent shop, $1,300–$1,800 at a BMW dealer, or $200–$317 in parts DIY, based on 10 real owner-reported prices.

Last updated October 16, 2026 · Sources: 10 owner-reported prices from 3 cited threads

Sagging rear end from leaking rear air springs. Real prices reported by owners on Reddit and BMW forums, with a link to every one.

AllE70 F15

Typical cost

BMW dealer

$1,300 – $1,800

Median $1,550 · 2 data points

Independent shop

$497 – $1,250

Median $500 · 5 data points

DIY (parts/tools)

$200 – $317

Median $275 · 3 data points

Ranges are the lowest and highest prices in the table below. They are not estimates. Shop prices include parts and labor unless noted.

Every price we found

Price	Where	Details	Source
$1,300	Dealer	"About $1300 (or more) at the dealer" for both, forum estimate	[2]
$500	Indy	One bag at an independent garage: $350 BMW spring + 1.5 hrs, 2012 X5	[1]
$1,250	Indy	Indy, both rear springs (Arnott)	[1]
$500	Indy	Both rear bags	[1]
$275	DIY	Pair of Arnott A-2642 bags shipped from RockAuto	[2]
$200	DIY	Arnott pair "just over $200" on Amazon (2017)	[1]
$1,800	Dealer	Dealer quote, both rear bags, 2007 E70 (~$1,800)	[3]
$1,000	Indy	Indy BMW shop quote, both rear bags (~$1,000)	[3]
$497	Indy	Paid: Arnott pair $317 + $180 general-shop install	[3]
$317	DIY	Arnott A-2642 pair, shipped	[3]

A Canadian dealer quoted C$2,900 for both (not included).
Replace both sides together and pull the compressor fuse before starting.

Which cars are affected

2007–2018 X5 (E70/F15) with rear self-leveling air suspension (third row or 50i).

Symptoms

Rear sags overnight
Suspension / chassis warning
Compressor running constantly

Parts list

Rear air spring (Arnott A-2642, pair)	ECS Tuning Pelican Parts Amazon
Rear air spring, genuine BMW	ECS Tuning Pelican Parts Amazon
Air suspension compressor (if it is worn)	ECS Tuning Pelican Parts Amazon

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Common questions

How much does X5 Rear Air Suspension Bags cost?

X5 Rear Air Suspension Bags on a BMW E70/F15 typically costs $497–$1,250 at an independent shop, $1,300–$1,800 at a BMW dealer, or $200–$317 in parts DIY, based on 10 real owner-reported prices.

How much does X5 Rear Air Suspension Bags cost at a BMW dealer?

Real dealer prices we found ranged $1,300 to $1,800 (2 data points, median $1,550).

How much does an independent shop charge for X5 Rear Air Suspension Bags?

Independent shop prices ranged $497 to $1,250 (5 data points, median $500).

Can I do X5 Rear Air Suspension Bags myself?

Owners who did it themselves reported $200 to $317 in parts and tools.

Which BMWs are affected?

2007–2018 X5 (E70/F15) with rear self-leveling air suspension (third row or 50i).