2025 BMW X4 Roof Recall (24V910)
BMW of North America, LLC · 130 vehicles · Reported December 5, 2024
BMW of North America, LLC is recalling 130 2025 BMW X4 vehicles. The inner-left roof frame near the head air bag may have a crack that can damage the head air bag during deployment. An air bag that is damaged during deployment can increase the risk of injury in a crash. Dealers will make the repair free of charge.
Recall 24V910 at a glance
| NHTSA campaign number | 24V910000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer recall number | Not listed |
| Date reported to NHTSA | December 5, 2024 |
| Manufacturer | BMW of North America, LLC |
| Vehicles | 2025 BMW X4 |
| Units affected | 130 |
| Component | Structure > Body > Roof And Pillars |
| Safety risk | An air bag that is damaged during deployment can increase the risk of injury in a crash. |
| Fix | Available at dealers |
What is wrong with the 2025 BMW X4 in recall 24V910?
The inner-left roof frame near the head air bag may have a crack that can damage the head air bag during deployment.
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2025 X4 xDrive 30i, X4 M40i and X4 M vehicles. The inner-left roof frame near the head air bag may have a crack that can damage the head air bag during deployment.
Is it safe to drive a 2025 X4 with recall 24V910?
NHTSA has not told owners to stop driving, but the risk is real: An air bag that is damaged during deployment can increase the risk of injury in a crash.
NHTSA describes the risk this way: An air bag that is damaged during deployment can increase the risk of injury in a crash.
There is no do-not-drive order on this campaign. If your X4 shows warning lights or behaves differently in a way that involves the roof and pillars, have it checked before driving further.
Which vehicles are included in recall 24V910?
Recall 24V910 covers 130 vehicles: 2025 BMW X4.
NHTSA lists 130 vehicles in this campaign. Not every vehicle of these models and years is included, so check your VIN.
| Model years | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | BMW | X4 |
What is the fix for the X4 roof recall?
Yes. Dealers will inspect and if necessary, repair the inner-left roof frame, free of charge.
Dealers will inspect and if necessary, repair the inner-left roof frame, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 28, 2025. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
When was recall 24V910 announced?
BMW of North America, LLC reported recall 24V910 to NHTSA on December 5, 2024. NHTSA lists the owner letter date as January 28, 2025.
| Date | What happened |
|---|---|
| December 5, 2024 | BMW of North America, LLC filed the defect report with NHTSA; NHTSA assigned campaign 24V910000. |
| January 28, 2025 | Owner notification letters mailed (per NHTSA). |
This recall was filed 22 months ago. If your X4 was built in that window, the VIN check below is the way to confirm it is included.
How do I check if my X4 is part of recall 24V910?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. If recall 24V910 is open on your X4, it will be listed there.
Look up your VIN on nhtsa.gov/recalls. If 24V910000 is open on your X4, it will be listed there. You can also ask any BMW dealer to run the VIN. The VIN is printed on your registration and visible through the lower driver-side windshield.
What should X4 owners do about recall 24V910?
Check your VIN, schedule the free recall repair, and keep a repair order for every dealer visit.
- Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm recall 24V910000 applies to your X4.
- Call a BMW dealer and schedule the recall repair. Ask how long the repair takes and whether parts are in stock.
- Keep a copy of every repair order. Check that each one lists your complaint, the mileage, and the dates in and out.
- Write down when symptoms involving the roof and pillars happen: date, mileage, speed, weather and what you felt or heard. Photos and short videos help.
- Count the days the vehicle is at the dealer. Days out of service add up toward California's 30-day presumption.
- If the recall repair does not fix it, or the vehicle keeps going back for the same issue, talk to a lemon law attorney.
What are X4 owners reporting to NHTSA?
Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA about these vehicles since 2020, 0 of them about the body, doors and seats.
Too few NHTSA complaints about the body, doors and seats have been filed since recall 24V910 was reported (0) to say whether the fix is holding.
NHTSA’s public complaint database lists 4 owner complaints filed since 2020 for the vehicles in this recall, and 0 of them involve the body, doors and seats. Complaints are reports from owners and have not been verified by NHTSA, but a high count for the same component is a sign the problem is widespread.
- 2025 BMW X4: 4 complaints in total, 0 about the body, doors and seats
Can recall 24V910 make my X4 a lemon in California?
Not by itself. A recall repair that fails, or repeat dealer visits for the same defect, can support a California lemon law claim.
Recall 24V910000 does not automatically make your X4 a lemon. California's Song-Beverly Act asks two questions: does a warranty defect substantially impair the vehicle's use, value or safety, and did the manufacturer fail to fix it in a reasonable number of tries (Civ. Code 1793.2(d))?
Body and latch defects on the 2025 BMW X4 may seem minor until a door opens while driving or a seat will not lock. Problems that return after repair belong in your records.
A remedy is available. Many vehicles are fixed on the first try. If the problem returns after the recall repair, or the 2025 BMW X4 has needed other repairs for the same defect, those visits count toward a lemon law claim.
Civil Code 1793.22(b) sets out a presumption that applies in the first 18 months or 18,000 miles: two or more repair attempts for a defect likely to cause death or serious bodily injury, four or more attempts for the same defect, or more than 30 total days out of service for repairs. Written notice to the manufacturer is required in some cases. Owners outside that window can still have a claim.
An owner who prevails in a lemon law case can recover reasonable attorney fees and costs from the manufacturer (Civ. Code 1794(d)). You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.
In our cases, a recall repair visit counts as a repair attempt, and it's strongest when the owner complained about the problem before the recall came out. A recall shows the defect is real and that enough owners reported it for the manufacturer to issue a fix.
The biggest mistake I see is waiting too long. The mileage offset starts at your first repair visit for the problem, so the sooner you take it in, the better. If the problem comes and goes, take it in when it happens. You can't go back to that date later.
If you get a recall notice, call a lemon law attorney right away. You may have taken the car in for the same problem before and forgotten, or there may be other recalls related to it.
Jacob Shayesteh, Esq. (SBN 362320), Founder and Managing Attorney. Quotes lightly edited for clarity. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
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Frequently asked questions about recall 24V910
Is the 24V910000 recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers.
When will owners be notified?
According to NHTSA, owner notification letters were or are scheduled to be mailed January 28, 2025.
How do I know if my X4 is part of recall 24V910000?
Enter your 17-character VIN in NHTSA's recall lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or call a dealer. The VIN is on your registration, insurance card and the lower corner of the windshield.
Does a recall mean my car is a lemon?
Not on its own. A lemon law claim depends on whether a covered defect keeps coming back or keeps the vehicle out of service. A recall repair that fails, or repeat visits for the same problem, can support a claim.
What should I keep for a possible lemon law claim?
Keep every repair order, the recall owner letter, your purchase or lease contract, and notes on dates, mileage and symptoms. Make sure each dealer visit is written up, even when the dealer says it cannot find a problem.
Does the recall fixing my car mean I have no case?
Not necessarily. Even if the recall repair fixed it, you may still have a case, and a car that's a year or more old can still qualify.
Do used cars qualify for California lemon law?
We take certified pre-owned, demo and dealer vehicles. Since the California Supreme Court's Rodriguez decision in 2024, ordinary used cars generally do not qualify.
How long does a recall lemon law case take?
Recall-related cases typically resolve in one to three months from your first call. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
What does a lemon law attorney cost?
You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.
Sources
- NHTSA recall record 24V910000 (recall report and owner letters are posted there)
- NHTSA complaints and recalls data, accessed October 1, 2026
- California Civil Code 1793.2 and 1793.22
Attorney advertising. America’s Lemon Lawyer is a trade name of Wynn Law Group, APC. Responsible attorney: Jacob Shayesteh, Esq. (SBN 362320). This page is general information, not legal advice. America’s Lemon Lawyer is not affiliated with NHTSA or BMW. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.