X5 E70 known Transfer Box issues?

[bluepony]

I need some help here - need to find out whether issues with the transfer box is a known thing. Facing a big bill in a young car. Thanks

[snrbrtsn]

It's a well known problem unfortunately, seems to effect 2011/12's
Try broadening your search to xdrivers.co.uk or xoutpost.com

[bluepony]

Thank you. It is a 2011 30d....

[HarryHill]

Is it whining? Usually caused by mismatched tyres.

[bluepony]

It's not whining but I am!
Nope - judder at low speed tight turns, feels like both front wheels being "dragged" over the road surface rather than turning freely. It feels like my old farm pickup feels if I forget to take it out of 4wd...