2026 BMW X7

2 recalls, 6 complaints

25V837000 Dec 4, 2025
AIR BAGS:CRITICAL FASTENERS
Defect Description
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2026 X6, X7, X5, and X5 Plug-In Hybrid vehicles. The instrument panel may have been manufactured incorrectly and prevent the passenger-side air bag from deploying properly.
Consequence
An air bag that does not deploy properly can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the instrument panel trim, free of charge. The vehicles have not been sold from dealer inventory and therefore, no owner letters will be mailed. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searc... Read more
25 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: BMW of North America, LLC
25V556000 Aug 27, 2025
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD:CRITICAL FASTENERS
Defect Description
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2026 X5 Plug-in Hybrid, X5, and X7 vehicles. The windshield may not be sealed properly, which can allow water to enter the power distribution box or electronic control unit.
Consequence
Water inside electrical components can lead to electronic function failures, such as a loss of headlights, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, an electrical short-circuit may occur, increasing the risk of a fire while parked or driving.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the windshield seal. If any leaks are detected, the seal will be repaired and vehicle control units and wiring will be replaced as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 3, 2025. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
1,406 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: BMW of North America, LLC

Complaint Statistics

6 total complaints 1 fires

Top Reported Components

ComponentComplaints
ENGINE2
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC1
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING1
STEERING1
STRUCTURE:BODY1
STRUCTURE:BODY Jul 29, 2026
Incident date: Jun 23, 2026
The front bump stops rest on the leaf springs seeming to indicate overload of the suspension. Ford initially stated this was a problem, then updated assertion to state it is normal. Upon crossing over some bridge joints and pot holes on highways while traveling at or below speed limit and when well... Read more
ENGINE Jun 4, 2026
Incident date: Jun 3, 2026
I own a 2024 Jeep Wrangler 4XE High Altitude (VIN: [XXX]) with three open safety recalls, two of which involve fire hazards: NHTSA ID 25V741000 – High Voltage Battery May Fail and Cause Fire (parts available) NHTSA ID 25V766000 – Engine Failure May Cause Fire or Loss of Drive Power (parts not a... Read more
STEERING Apr 21, 2026
Incident date: Jan 3, 2026
Over 1 year (2025) steering front end shaking began. Our dealership on oil changes did not tell us to watch for anything and we should have been warned. When the shaking occurred we changed Ford shock asborbers from Ford dealership. Problem still occured. We lost faith in Ford and our regular dealer... Read more
ENGINE Apr 21, 2026
Incident date: Jan 3, 2026
The vehicle has experienced persistent engine performance issues that have not been resolved through standard repairs. Initial diagnostics indicated knock sensor faults, which were replaced at significant cost. However, the issue persisted and additional codes related to air fuel imbalance (P219B) a... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING Feb 26, 2026
Incident date: Nov 4, 2025
The contact owns a 2021 Ford Bronco Sport. The contact stated that while her husband was driving at 60 MPH and entering the base at 15 MPH, the overheating message was displayed. The driver pulled over, and the light turned off. After exiting the vehicle, he noticed the vehicle had caught fire. The ... Read more
Fire
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC Oct 3, 2025
Incident date: Sep 1, 2025
The contact owns a 2018 Ram 2500. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the ABS and traction control warning lights intermittently illuminated. As a result of the warning light being illuminated, the cruise control failed to operate as needed. The contact then received notificatio... Read more

NHTSA Safety Ratings, 2026 BMW X7

2026 BMW X7 SUV N/A AWD

CategoryRating
Rollover Risk 0.0%

Safety Technology

FeatureStatus
Electronic Stability ControlStandard
Forward Collision WarningNo
Lane Departure WarningNo

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings Program. Ratings are based on crash tests conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

BMW X7 - All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the BMW X7 across all model years (2019, 2026).

55 Total Recalls
482 Total Complaints
0 Investigations
32 Reported Crashes
11 Reported Fires
0 Reported Deaths

BMW X7 - Year by Year

Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.

Year Recalls Complaints
2026 (current) 2 6
2025 4 46 View
2024 7 111 View
2023 8 71 View
2022 2 30 View
2021 9 69 View
2020 12 79 View
2019 11 70 View

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