2024 BMW X5
7 recalls, 247 complaints - 54 TSBs - 4/5 safety rating
24V739000 Oct 2, 2024
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
Defect Description
BMW of North America, LLC. (BMW) is recalling certain 2023-2024 X1, X5, X6, X7, XM, 530i, i5, 740i, 760i, i7, and 750e vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models and model years. The integrated brake (IB) system may malfunction and result in a loss of power brake assist o... Read more
Consequence
A loss of power brake assist can extend the distance required to stop the vehicle. Additionally, malfunctioning ABS and/or DSC systems can cause a loss of vehicle control. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the integrated brake module, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters notifying owners of the safety risk are expected to be mailed November 22, 2024. Second letters will be mailed once the parts are available. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-74... Read more
24V697000 Sep 18, 2024
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE
Defect Description
BMW of North America (BMW) is recalling certain 2023-2024 X1, 2024-2025 X5, 2025 X6, 2023-2025 X7, 740i, 760i, 2024 XM, 530i, 540i, i7, 750e, X2, 2024-2025 i5, 2024 Rolls Royce Spectre, 2025 MINI Countryman S ALL4, JCW Countryman ALL4, and 2025 MINI Hardtop 2 Door (Cooper, Cooper S) vehicles. Pleas... Read more
Consequence
A loss of brake power assist or rear brake function can result in extended stopping distance. A loss of ABS or DSC can cause a loss of vehicle handling and control. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the integrated brake system, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 13, 2024. Owners can contact BMW Customer Service at 1-800-525-7417.
24V327000 May 10, 2024
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Defect Description
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2024-2025 X5 xDrive40i vehicles. The tire information placard may indicate an incorrect tire size and tire pressure. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selectio... Read more
Consequence
Incorrect tire information can allow an incorrectly sized tire to be installed or result in improperly inflated tires, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the tire information placard, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 9, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
24V138000 Feb 23, 2024
AIR BAGS
Defect Description
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2024 X5 sDrive40i, X5 xDrive40i and X7 xDrive40i vehicles. The instrument panel may not have been manufactured properly, which can result in improper air bag deployment or the panel separating during air bag deployment.
Consequence
Instrument panel separation during air bag deployment can result in pieces of the panel striking occupants. Improper air bag deployment may not restrain an occupant as intended during a crash. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the instrument panel, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 16, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
24V104000 Feb 12, 2024
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
Defect Description
BMW of North America, LLC. (BMW) is recalling certain 2023-2025 BMW, MINI, and Rolls-Royce vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models and model years. The integrated brake (IB) system may malfunction and result in a loss of power brake assist or cause the Antilock Brake (... Read more
Consequence
A loss of power brake assist can extend the distance required to stop the vehicle. Additionally, malfunctioning ABS and/or DSC systems can cause a loss of vehicle control. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the integrated brake system, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed between June and December 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or Rolls Royce customer service at 1-877-877-3735.
23V622000 Sep 7, 2023
AIR BAGS
Defect Description
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2023 BMW XM, 2024 BMW X5 sDrive40i, X5 xDrive40i, X5 M60i, X5 M, X5 xDrive50e, X6 xDrive40i, X6 M60i, X6 M, X7 xDrive40i, X7 M60i, and Alpina XB7 vehicles. The front passenger knee air bag may not deploy as intended.
Consequence
An air bag that does not deploy as intended can increase the risk of injury in a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the front passenger knee air bag, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 3, 2023. Owners may contact BMW's customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
23V471000 Jul 10, 2023
AIR BAGS:KNEE BOLSTER
Defect Description
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2024 X5 sDrive40i, X5 xDrive40i, X5 M60i, X5 M, xDrive 50e, 2024 X6 xDrive40i, X6 M60i, X6 M, 2024 X7 xDrive40i, X7 M60i, Alpina XB7, and 2023 XM vehicles. The knee air bag (driver and/or passenger) may not have been manufactured correctly, which... Read more
Consequence
A knee air bag that does not deploy as intended increases the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the knee air bag (driver and/or passenger), free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 6, 2023. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Complaint Statistics
247 total complaints
7 crashes 2 fires 11 injuries
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| ENGINE | 32 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 29 |
| POWER TRAIN | 28 |
| STEERING | 22 |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 21 |
| AIR BAGS | 16 |
| SERVICE BRAKES | 13 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 13 |
| FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | 11 |
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 6 |
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Jun 30, 2026
Incident date: Jun 21, 2026
The driver's odometer and vehicle status screen intermittently blacks out, whereby not showing the speed of the vehicle and any driver warnings. It appears that this may a design issue associated to thermal events (i.e., perhaps the screen is overheating when the outdoor temperature rises to 33 C or... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jun 30, 2026
Incident date: Jun 21, 2026
The driver's odometer and vehicle status screen intermittently blacks out, whereby not showing the speed of the vehicle and any driver warnings. It appears that this may a design issue associated to thermal events (i.e., perhaps the screen is overheating when the outdoor temperature rises to 33 C or... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jun 18, 2026
Incident date: Jun 16, 2026
The air conditioning fan has five fan beats starting with extra low, low, medium, high and extra high. The extra low is too low, but when you turn the fan speed up to one, it becomes as loud as the highest setting often sounding way too loud where it is hard to hear anything. Causes a problem then w... Read more
POWER TRAIN
May 20, 2026
Incident date: May 16, 2026
I was on
STEERING
May 20, 2026
Incident date: May 20, 2026
When putting the car in reverse and moving backwards start to feel the vehicle look drive power and knock sounds. Sounds likes and feels like gear teeth or not aligned. When putting the car into drive the vehicle jumps a little and you hear a lout pop noise.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Apr 2, 2026
Incident date: Mar 21, 2026
See attached document for complaint.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Mar 31, 2026
Incident date: Feb 1, 2025
My 2015 Mercedes-Benz GLE 450 experienced an unexpected vehicle fire on Feb 13th 2026. The vehicle was just parked when I noticed smoke from the engine. The vehicle caught fire within a short period of time, and 911 was called. There was no known external cause for the fire. The incident appeared t... Read more
Fire
ENGINE
Mar 5, 2026
Incident date: Mar 5, 2026
Low oil engine warning. Oil level is okay. Car has 80 miles on it, total.
STRUCTURE:BODY:HOOD
Mar 5, 2026
Incident date: Mar 5, 2026
The contact owns a 2026 Dodge Charger. The contact stated that the battery was completely drained. The contact stated that the hood plastic scoop was leaking onto the felt heat protector, and the engine was wet whenever it rained. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was towed to th... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Feb 6, 2026
Incident date: Oct 22, 2025
2022 Audi S3 (8Y), ~35,000 miles. Vehicle developed “Gear selector malfunction. You may continue driving.” Dealer stated failure would eventually leave vehicle stranded. Gear selector replaced under partial goodwill. Immediately afterward, vehicle began experiencing communication faults U123100 ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Feb 6, 2026
Incident date: Oct 22, 2025
Started vehicle in the morning and radio/infotainment system had a problem. The radio functions seemed to work but when I put the vehicle in reverse the backup camera screen went black. I tried putting the car back into park and then restarting the vehicle and putting it back into reverse, but it di... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Jan 21, 2026
Incident date: Jan 21, 2026
The carplay when i play a music or talk someone after may be 10 to 15 mins it will cut the music or call. This incident happen since i get the car on a dealership ithink its normal but not the car is lessthan 1month
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jan 18, 2026
Incident date: Nov 4, 2025
vehicle turns on in to accessory mode, does not allow me to turn off vehicle sometimes car turns on at night by itself, alarm goes off when parked and locked
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY
Dec 3, 2025
Incident date: Nov 12, 2025
The contact owns a 2023 Kia Sportage. The contact stated that while driving approximately 70 MPH, the vehicle unexpectedly decelerated and failed to properly accelerate before the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was later towed to the local dealer, who determined that the fuel injector was faulty and n... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Dec 3, 2025
Incident date: Nov 12, 2025
At approximately 33,188 miles, an “AWD System Problem” warning appeared on the instrument cluster of my 2019 Honda CR‑V AWD. Darrell Waltrip Honda in Nashville, TN scanned the vehicle and retrieved DTC C1851‑1E, which indicates a rear differential pump motor high‑current fault. The dealer ... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS
Nov 6, 2025
Incident date: Nov 6, 2025
FSD was unable to avoid object in road, may be due to how the adaptive headlights work as I was unable to see the object as well FSD/adaptive headlights may may it hard or impossible to see objects on road at night No In the process of a insurance claim No
Crash
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL
Nov 6, 2025
Incident date: Nov 6, 2025
FSD was unable to avoid object in road, may be due to how the adaptive headlights work as I was unable to see the object as well FSD/adaptive headlights may may it hard or impossible to see objects on road at night No In the process of a insurance claim No
Crash
BACK OVER PREVENTION: WARNINGS
Oct 31, 2025
Incident date: Oct 15, 2024
The rear back up camera is now displaying a message to contact dealership. It freezes up and stops working.
BACK OVER PREVENTION: REARVIEW SYSTEM BRAKING
Oct 31, 2025
Incident date: Oct 15, 2024
The rear back up camera is now displaying a message to contact dealership. It freezes up and stops working.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Oct 22, 2025
Incident date: Mar 22, 2025
The engine and fuel pump system failed while driving the vehicle. It is available upon request to inspect. I just towed it to the shop today on 10/22/25 to get a full inspection. My sister and I were put at risk while driving towards a hill in San Francisco. It was on a busy main road when suddenly ... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Oct 22, 2025
Incident date: Mar 22, 2025
Possibly intake mainifold/housing etc. oil is running down on top of the transmission making it look like the transmission is leaking I only have 68224 miles on it and I just bought it in much with 57000 miles on it is this a recall
ENGINE
Oct 3, 2025
Incident date: Mar 15, 2024
I was on a delivery yesterday when this first occurred. I put my car into reverse and proceded to back up when my engine cut off suddenly and a loud warning came on , on my dash by the steering wheel it said ... engine off, shift to neutral and restart. That is what I did and it restarted and I cont... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Oct 3, 2025
Incident date: Mar 15, 2024
-front, passenger side door will not lock -cannot secure truck -has not been inspected at the dealer yet -security alarm has been activating intermittently with no obvious cause for a couple of weeks prior to this incident
POWER TRAIN
Oct 2, 2025
Incident date: Oct 2, 2025
The vehicle made a loud catastrophic noises stopped running and couldn’t be restarted. Towed car to dealership where it was inspected and denied coverage based on owner not original owner. This 1.6L Gamma GDI Engine is part of the larger Hyundai and Kia Engine Litigation II (Case No. 8:18-cv-... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Oct 2, 2025
Incident date: Oct 2, 2025
The contact owns a 2017 Ford F-150. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V236000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds and depressing the brake pedal, the vehicle ... Read more
BACK OVER PREVENTION: REARVIEW SYSTEM BRAKING
Sep 29, 2025
Incident date: Sep 3, 2025
Rear Camera not working properly, Dashboard screen starts rapidly flickering when vehicle put in reverse. Unable to see if anything is behind vehicle.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Sep 29, 2025
Incident date: Sep 3, 2025
Rear Camera not working properly, Dashboard screen starts rapidly flickering when vehicle put in reverse. Unable to see if anything is behind vehicle.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Sep 28, 2025
Incident date: Oct 1, 2024
One day when headed out of town I stopped and got gas immediately once getting back on the highway my dash lit up like a Christmas tree, driving became uncomfortable as it sputtered when trying to give gas. I looked up a couple of the dash warning lights and it alluded to emission problems. I take t... Read more
ENGINE
Sep 23, 2025
Incident date: Sep 23, 2025
The car has a sudden loss of power but doesn't shut off. The drivers eat doesn't move towards or back and the back seat popped up for no reason whatsoever. We have taken it to the dealership and they say its not a recall but its doing the same things that others in the same year and model are doing.... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Sep 23, 2025
Incident date: Sep 23, 2025
The car has a sudden loss of power but doesn't shut off. The drivers eat doesn't move towards or back and the back seat popped up for no reason whatsoever. We have taken it to the dealership and they say its not a recall but its doing the same things that others in the same year and model are doing.... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY
Sep 19, 2025
Incident date: Sep 18, 2025
The sunroof leaks water when fully closed. Especially noticeable when going through car wash.
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
Sep 18, 2025
Incident date: Aug 28, 2025
A car from the other side made an illegal left turn in front of me, and I braked very early, yet still slid into them. The car had been inspected at the time at the collision center, and had DTC codes from before repair and after repair, showing the Integrated Brake systems had failures before and a... Read more
Crash
STEERING
Sep 18, 2025
Incident date: May 1, 2025
While my daughter has been driving our 2013 Chevrolet Malibu 2013, the vehicle continues to experience add loss of electric power. The dashboard display and infortainment system went down black. The problem first began -2019-2020 and continues to recur about once or twice a month. The most recent i... Read more
BACK OVER PREVENTION
Sep 18, 2025
Incident date: May 1, 2025
The contact owns a 2013 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while attempting to reverse, the rearview camera became inoperable. The contact stated that an image appeared intermittently. The contact stated that occasionally the screen displayed a blank image. The dealer was not contacted. The vehicle... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Sep 18, 2025
Incident date: Aug 28, 2025
While my daughter has been driving our 2013 Chevrolet Malibu 2013, the vehicle continues to experience add loss of electric power. The dashboard display and infortainment system went down black. The problem first began -2019-2020 and continues to recur about once or twice a month. The most recent i... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Sep 18, 2025
Incident date: May 1, 2025
While my daughter has been driving our 2013 Chevrolet Malibu 2013, the vehicle continues to experience add loss of electric power. The dashboard display and infortainment system went down black. The problem first began -2019-2020 and continues to recur about once or twice a month. The most recent i... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Sep 18, 2025
Incident date: Aug 28, 2025
Transmission-Has always shuddered and hesitates when shifting. Problem seems to get worse. Dealer had no answer except try flushing transmission. I read this is an inherent problem.
SERVICE BRAKES
Sep 9, 2025
Incident date: Apr 15, 2025
Master cylinder needing replaced confirmed by dealer. ABS. Traction control forward emergency braking system service lights appear on dash and the systems are disabled saying service soon. Adaptive cruise control disabled super cruise disabled.
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
Sep 9, 2025
Incident date: Apr 15, 2025
Master cylinder needing replaced confirmed by dealer. ABS. Traction control forward emergency braking system service lights appear on dash and the systems are disabled saying service soon. Adaptive cruise control disabled super cruise disabled.
ENGINE
Sep 8, 2025
Incident date: Sep 8, 2025
Me and my wife purchased a vehicle from a private seller to use for personal commute. A month later we started to notice more issue were occurring with the car then stated from the seller. I took it to an auto body shop to get it inspected and possibly serviced and upon that inspection the clerk sta... Read more
STEERING
Sep 8, 2025
Incident date: Sep 4, 2025
The steering wheel becomes "sticky" and requires more force than usual to move it to the right or left. This is particularly noticeable when driving in a straight line, and the issue becomes apparent after driving for roughly 10 minutes. This causes an overcorrection when making minor adjustments to... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Sep 8, 2025
Incident date: Sep 8, 2025
Me and my wife purchased a vehicle from a private seller to use for personal commute. A month later we started to notice more issue were occurring with the car then stated from the seller. I took it to an auto body shop to get it inspected and possibly serviced and upon that inspection the clerk sta... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Aug 21, 2025
Incident date: Oct 15, 2024
The contact owns a 2023 Honda Odyssey. The contact stated that while driving approximately 30 MPH, the vehicle started to lose motive power. The contact stated that the check engine and several other unknown warning lights were illuminated. There was an abnormal metallic grinding sound coming from t... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
Aug 21, 2025
Incident date: Feb 12, 2025
While driving my 2025 Acura RDX A-Spec Advance (approx. 5,000 miles) at about 40 mph through a light curve, the vehicle suddenly lost power steering mid-turn. The dash displayed: “Electric Power Steering System Problem. Steering Assist Not Available. Do Not Drive.” This was not just a loss of as... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Aug 21, 2025
Incident date: Oct 15, 2024
The contact owns a 2018 Ford EcoSport. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle inadvertently lost motive power and was unable to accelerate above 40 MPH. The “Low Oil Pressure” warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who... Read more
STEERING
Aug 15, 2025
Incident date: Aug 8, 2025
The contact owns a 2018 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the seat belt warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who diagnosed a failure with the clockspring. The vehicle was repaired. After investigating the failure, the contact relate... Read more
AIR BAGS
Aug 15, 2025
Incident date: Aug 8, 2025
The contact owns a 2018 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the seat belt warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who diagnosed a failure with the clockspring. The vehicle was repaired. After investigating the failure, the contact relate... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Aug 15, 2025
Incident date: Aug 8, 2025
My 2020 Ford Fusion has experienced three separate flexplate failures, as well as transmission issues following the most recent repair. Failure #1: Occurred before I owned the vehicle (confirmed later in the vehicle’s history). The flexplate was replaced by a prior owner in 2022. Failure #2: [8/... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS
Aug 13, 2025
Incident date: Aug 2, 2025
The Audi Pre-sense is activated by weather. I was driving during a thunderstorm and Audi Presence activated causing the car to come to a hard stop due to precipitation. It happened again backing out of my driveway the Audi Pre-sense was activated and the car came to a hard stop. I thought I had back... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
Aug 13, 2025
Incident date: Aug 2, 2025
The Audi Pre-sense is activated by weather. I was driving during a thunderstorm and Audi Presence activated causing the car to come to a hard stop due to precipitation. It happened again backing out of my driveway the Audi Pre-sense was activated and the car came to a hard stop. I thought I had back... Read more
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NHTSA Safety Ratings, 2024 BMW X5
2024 BMW X5 SUV AWD
| Category | Rating |
|---|---|
| Overall Rating | 4 / 5 ★★★★☆ |
| Frontal Crash | 4 / 5 ★★★★☆ |
| Frontal Crash, Driver | 4 / 5 ★★★★☆ |
| Frontal Crash, Passenger | 4 / 5 ★★★★☆ |
| Side Crash | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Side Crash, Driver | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Side Crash, Passenger | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Rollover | 4 / 5 ★★★★☆ |
| Rollover Risk | 15.9% |
Safety Technology
| Feature | Status |
|---|---|
| Electronic Stability Control | Standard |
| Forward Collision Warning | No |
| Lane Departure Warning | No |
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings Program. Ratings are based on crash tests conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
Technical Service Bulletins, 2024 BMW X5
54 manufacturer communications from 39 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 11 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 7 |
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 6 |
| 220000 SEATS | 5 |
| 160000 STRUCTURE | 5 |
| 070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | 3 |
| 353600 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT | 2 |
| 020000 SUSPENSION | 2 |
B120224
Apr 22, 2024
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
BMW AG has issued a Delivery Stop (effective April 12, 2024) on certain Model Year 2023 - 2025 BMW vehicles that were produced between July 21, 2021, and April 11, 2024.
B120224B
Apr 18, 2024
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
BMW AG has issued a Delivery Stop (effective April 12, 2024) on certain Model Year 2023 - 2025 BMW vehicles that were produced between July 21, 2021, and April 11, 2024.
B120224A
Apr 15, 2024
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
BMW AG has issued a Delivery Stop (effective April 12, 2024) on certain Model Year 2023 - 2025 BMW vehicles that were produced between July 21, 2021, and April 11, 2024.
B310112
Apr 9, 2024
020000 SUSPENSION
Cracking noises are heard from the front axle area while maneuvering at low speeds (e.g., parking lot maneuvers) or when turning the steering wheel while stationary.
B521019
Mar 29, 2024
220000 SEATS
The seat leather upholstery detaches from the front of the thigh support (aka knee bolster) of either front seat.
B611124
Mar 25, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
After performing a BMW Remote Software Upgrade (RSU), the functionality of the Comfort Access andPassive Go/Exit features may be reduced. Also, one or more of the following error memory entries below may be stored in the Basic Central Plat
B511520
Mar 21, 2024
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Deactivated: Currently investigating other components that maybe playing a factors besides what is mentioned in the SIB. Topic is under investigation.
B240224
Mar 15, 2024
100000 POWER TRAIN
BMW AG has issued a Delivery Stop (effective March 15, 2024) on a small number of Model Year 2024 BMW vehicles that were produced between January 30, 2024, and March 7, 2024.
B630418
Mar 14, 2024
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
One or more of the LED daytime running lights are dim or discolored.
B310122
Mar 14, 2024
020000 SUSPENSION
During inspection and/or diagnosis there is noticeable dirt/grease buildup on the axles near the inner and/o router CV boots.
B120721
Mar 4, 2024
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Check Control message (CCM) indicates: (ID 213): Stop, exercising due care. Voltage supply The Service Engine Soon light is on with the following DME Fault Code: 21B209 - Starter alternator / belt for 48V system (OSA_RIEMEN_RISS): Belt b
B110723
Feb 22, 2024
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
The return springs on the exhaust camshaft followers may break.
B660324
Feb 22, 2024
350000 EQUIPMENT
A quality check showed that the Remote-Control Parking token was not activated in the current software for the vehicles affected.
B520124
Feb 16, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Customer states that the seat heating and/or cooling doesn??A?A?t meet his/her expectations.
B510424
Feb 16, 2024
162500 STRUCTURE:BODY:TAILGATE
While driving on rough/uneven roads, a buzzing sound can be heard from the upper tailgate interior trim panel.
B520124
Feb 16, 2024
220000 SEATS
Customer states that the seat heating and/or cooling doesn??A?A?t meet his/her expectations.
B510424
Feb 16, 2024
160000 STRUCTURE
While driving on rough/uneven roads, a buzzing sound can be heard from the upper tailgate interior trim panel.
B160124
Feb 7, 2024
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
The engine cranks but will not start.
B170122
Jan 29, 2024
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
The Check Control message below appears even though the coolant level is not below minimum when theengine is cold. Check Control message (ID 166): Top up coolant.
B120124
Jan 19, 2024
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
High levels of silicone inside the ignition coil can lead to premature failure.
B510819
Jan 16, 2024
133000 VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS
The basic conditions for initializing the power windows are not met.
B510819
Jan 16, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The basic conditions for initializing the power windows are not met.
B611305
Jan 11, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The electrical system of BMW vehicles has been subject to an ongoing development process over the last few years. This has led to increased demands being placed on the battery. This document covers important information for the dealer on ho
B541119
Jan 8, 2024
160000 STRUCTURE
This bulletin outlines known areas of possible water entry, operational noise, or wind noise for the vehicles listed above. It serves only as a diagnostic resource in troubleshooting complaints from the roof area. This bulletin and the as
B160123
Jan 5, 2024
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
A vehicle arrives at your center to be diagnosed for a micro-leak in the fuel evaporative (EVAP) system(NVLD natural vacuum leak detection). For this condition, the following fault is stored in the DME: 190302 - fuel tank ventilation and
B541319
Jan 5, 2024
350000 EQUIPMENT
The roller sunshade (aka sun protection or sunblind) of the front panoramic sunroof is bunching up during operation or may hang down and appear loose.
B610524
Jan 5, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The Central Information Display goes black intermittently due to resets of the Head Unit (HU-H3). FaultB7F8F9 ??A???A???A???A???A???A? ??A???A???A???A???A???A?HU-H: Reset??A???A???A???A???A???A? will be stored in the HU-H3.
B610524
Jan 5, 2024
353600 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT
The Central Information Display goes black intermittently due to resets of the Head Unit (HU-H3). FaultB7F8F9 ??A???A???A???A???A???A? ??A???A???A???A???A???A?HU-H: Reset??A???A???A???A???A???A? will be stored in the HU-H3.
B641123
Jan 5, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Check Engine light is on IHKA has stored fault 80131C ??A?A?IHKA: 12V voltage sensor plausibility??A?A?
B320223
Jan 4, 2024
010000 STEERING
SITUATION Unusual noises occur only when operating the steering column in the axial direction. 1. A one-time thump sound at the start of movement Shortly after the steering column starts moving, retracting, or extending, a one-time thump
B522023
Dec 29, 2023
220000 SEATS
When the center armrest of the second seat row is lowered but the center section of the seat is in its uprightposition, a rattle noise may be heard when the vehicle goes over a cobblestone/rough road. The noise can be heard from the pull t
B160623
Dec 20, 2023
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Engine will crank but not start. There is no communication with the integrated fuel module (TFE) whendiagnosing with ISTA. The following two fault codes will be stored in the DME: 032B43 - Low fuel pressure system, electric fuel pump: pre
B340423
Dec 20, 2023
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
BMW AG has issued a Delivery Stop (effective December 20, 2023) on certain Model Year 2023 - 2024BMW vehicles that were produced between July 4, 2022, and October 26, 2023.
B160623
Dec 20, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Engine will crank but not start. There is no communication with the integrated fuel module (TFE) whendiagnosing with ISTA. The following two fault codes will be stored in the DME: 032B43 - Low fuel pressure system, electric fuel pump: pre
B110723
Nov 28, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
The return springs on the exhaust camshaft followers may break.
B110723
Nov 28, 2023
063000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
The return springs on the exhaust camshaft followers may break.
B653423
Nov 22, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Customers may state that the alarm system (DWA) is not active after locking their unoccupied vehicle. Depending on the vehicle??A?A?s equipment and settings, no acoustic or optical confirmation (folding the mirrors/blinking confirmation) i
B522319
Nov 22, 2023
220000 SEATS
Two areas of the third-row seat backrest that may cause a noise concern have been added.
B653423
Nov 22, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
Customers may state that the alarm system (DWA) is not active after locking their unoccupied vehicle. Depending on the vehicle??A?A?s equipment and settings, no acoustic or optical confirmation (folding the mirrors/blinking confirmation) i
B661523
Nov 16, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
Emergency Stop Assistant is activated. Thisicon will appear in the CID when this function is activated.
B410423
Nov 13, 2023
160000 STRUCTURE
BMW AG has issued a Delivery Stop (effective September 14, 2023) on certain model year 2023 ??A???A???A? 2024BMW vehicles that were produced between May 9, 2023 and May 30, 2023. The weld seam at the towing eye did could not meet the BMW r
B120721
Nov 9, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Check Control message (CCM) indicates: (ID 213): Stop, exercising due care. Voltage supply The Service Engine Soon light is on with the following DME Fault Code: 21B209 - Starter alternator / belt for 48V system (OSA_RIEMEN_RISS): Belt b
B410423
Oct 25, 2023
160000 STRUCTURE
BMW AG has issued a Delivery Stop (effective September 14, 2023) on certain model year 2023 ??A?A? 2024BMW vehicles that were produced between May 9, 2023 and May 30, 2023. The weld seam at the towing eye did could not meet the BMW require
B522319
Oct 20, 2023
220000 SEATS
Second seat row blocking access to third seat row, program seat modules. Visible stitching on first row sport seat. Third seat row backrest Bowden cable routing and length change.
B660523
Oct 19, 2023
270000 LANE DEPARTURE
Various functions of the camera-based driver assistance systems (ADCAM system) can lead to customer complaints.
B660523
Oct 19, 2023
260000 FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
Various functions of the camera-based driver assistance systems (ADCAM system) can lead to customer complaints.
B660523
Oct 19, 2023
180000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Various functions of the camera-based driver assistance systems (ADCAM system) can lead to customer complaints.
B540421
Oct 18, 2023
134000 VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY
This situation can result in two customer complaints: 1. Wind noise 2. Excess water entry
B540421
Oct 18, 2023
160000 STRUCTURE
This situation can result in two customer complaints: 1. Wind noise 2. Excess water entry
B120623
Sep 20, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
The engine malfunction warning is illuminated and one or more of the following faults are stored in theDME: 034D63 - Exhaust switchable cam follower, system: continuous deactivation, maximum number of switchingerrors exceeded 035601 - Exh
B652723
Sep 11, 2023
353600 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT
Customers may be experiencing one or more of these 3 issues with Apple CarPlay??A???A? operation: No selections can be made in Apple CarPlay??A???A? using the I-Drive Controller Apple CarPlay??A???A? connections may intermittently be drop
B652723
Sep 11, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
Customers may be experiencing one or more of these 3 issues with Apple CarPlay??A???A? operation: No selections can be made in Apple CarPlay??A???A? using the I-Drive Controller Apple CarPlay??A???A? connections may intermittently be drop
B511123
Sep 6, 2023
170000 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
The tailgate/trunk will not unlatch or open whensignaled via the interior button (driver??A???A???A?s door panel)or the key fob.
B840423
Sep 5, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
Intermittently the GPS location in 3 Party Navigation Apps (i.e., Apple Maps, Google Maps, Waze) will drift fromthe correct location. In addition, the location of the vehicle in the My BMW app may be incorrect. BMW Navigation isnot affecte
NHTSA Safety Investigations, BMW X5
Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.
RQ18001
Opened: Apr 18, 2018 , Closed: Dec 1, 2018
Idler Pulley Bolt Failure
In a May 23, 2018 letter, BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) notified the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) of a safety defect that may result in the loss of power steering assist in certain model year (MY) 2009 through 2013 BMW X5 xDrive35d vehicles (Recall 18V-336). The recall, w... Read more
BMW X5 - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the BMW X5 across all model years (1999, 2026).
192
Total Recalls
4,457
Total Complaints
1
Investigations
164
Reported Crashes
222
Reported Fires
7
Reported Deaths
BMW X5 - Year by Year
Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 2 | 12 | View |
| 2025 | 4 | 96 | View |
| 2024 (current) | 7 | 247 | |
| 2023 | 4 | 46 | View |
| 2022 | 1 | 98 | View |
| 2021 | 12 | 149 | View |
| 2020 | 11 | 143 | View |
| 2019 | 13 | 262 | View |
| 2018 | 5 | 96 | View |
| 2017 | 6 | 111 | View |
| 2016 | 5 | 109 | View |
| 2015 | 6 | 199 | View |
| 2014 | 8 | 130 | View |
| 2013 | 6 | 215 | View |
| 2012 | 10 | 374 | View |
| 2011 | 14 | 395 | View |
| 2010 | 14 | 187 | View |
| 2009 | 12 | 203 | View |
| 2008 | 10 | 319 | View |
| 2007 | 8 | 119 | View |
| 2006 | 2 | 220 | View |
| 2005 | 3 | 109 | View |
| 2004 | 4 | 93 | View |
| 2003 | 3 | 134 | View |
| 2002 | 3 | 136 | View |
| 2001 | 12 | 215 | View |
| 2000 | 6 | 37 | View |
| 1999 | 1 | 0 | View |