BMW X5 Recalls (2021-2026)

What recalls does the BMW X5 have?

• 2025 MINI Cooper S Brake Control Module Recall (26V422) Repeat recall
  July 1, 2026 · 428 vehicles · Brakes

  The integrated brake (IB) system may malfunction and result in a loss of power brake assist or cause the Antilock Brake (ABS) and Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) systems to not function properly.

  Risk: 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.

  Fix: The Integrated brake system will be inspected and, if necessary, replaced, free of charge.

• 2026 BMW X6 Air Bag Fastener Recall (25V837)
  December 4, 2025 · 25 vehicles · Air Bags

  The instrument panel may have been manufactured incorrectly and prevent the passenger-side air bag from deploying properly.

  Risk: An air bag that does not deploy properly can increase the risk of injury during a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will replace the instrument panel trim, free of charge.

• 2026 BMW X5 Windshield Fastener Recall (25V556)
  August 27, 2025 · 1,406 vehicles · Lighting and Visibility

  The windshield may not be sealed properly, which can allow water to enter the power distribution box or electronic control unit.

  Risk: 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.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect the windshield seal.

• 2023 BMW X1 Brake Control Module Recall (24V739) Repeat recall
  October 2, 2024 · 11,579 vehicles · Brakes

  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 (ABS) and Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) systems to not function properly.

  Risk: 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.

  Fix: Dealers will replace the integrated brake module, free of charge.

• 2023-2024 BMW X1 Stability Control Control Module Recall (24V697)
  September 18, 2024 · 309 vehicles · Driver Assistance

  Please refer to the recall report for the complete list of models. The welds in the servomotor of the integrated brake control module may break, causing a loss of power brake assist and rear brake function.

  Risk: 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.

  Fix: Dealers will replace the integrated brake system, free of charge.

• 2024 BMW XM Front Seat Belt Recall (24V345)
  May 15, 2024 · 3,256 vehicles · Seat Belts

  The seat belt system may inaccurately detect that passengers are belted, preventing the seat belt warning light from illuminating and possibly causing the supplemental restraint system to not deploy as intended during a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

  Risk: A seat belt warning light that does not alert occupants of an unbelted seat belt or an SRS system that deploys improperly can both increase the risk of injury in a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the front seat lower seat belts as necessary, free of charge.

• 2024-2025 BMW X5 Label Recall (24V327)
  May 10, 2024 · 703 vehicles · Other Equipment

  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 Selection and Rims."

  Risk: Incorrect tire information can allow an incorrectly sized tire to be installed or result in improperly inflated tires, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will replace the tire information placard, free of charge.

• 2024 BMW X5 Dashboard Recall (24V138)
  February 23, 2024 · 8 vehicles · Body, Doors and Seats

  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.

  Risk: 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.

  Fix: Dealers will replace the instrument panel, free of charge.

• 2023-2025 BMW 740I Brake Control Module Recall (24V104)
  February 12, 2024 · 266,716 vehicles · Brakes

  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 (ABS) and Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) systems to not function properly.

  Risk: 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.

  Fix: Dealers will replace the integrated brake system, free of charge.

• 2023 Toyota Supra Transmission Control Module Recall (23V821)
  December 6, 2023 · 552 vehicles · Transmission

  The weld seam of the integrated transmission control unit's cover may not have been manufactured properly, which could allow automatic transmission oil to leak into the transmission control unit.

  Risk: Transmission oil that leaks into the control unit can lead to a seizure of the transmission gears, causing a sudden loss of drive power and increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will replace the transmission mechatronics module and the automatic transmission fluid, as necessary, free of charge.

• 2023 BMW XM Air Bag Recall (23V622)
  September 7, 2023 · 2,352 vehicles · Air Bags

  The front passenger knee air bag may not deploy as intended.

  Risk: An air bag that does not deploy as intended can increase the risk of injury in a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will replace the front passenger knee air bag, free of charge.

• 2024 BMW X5 Knee Bolster Recall (23V471)
  July 10, 2023 · 1,981 vehicles · Air Bags

  The knee air bag (driver and/or passenger) may not have been manufactured correctly, which can result in the knee air bag not deploying as intended.

  Risk: A knee air bag that does not deploy as intended increases the risk of injury.

  Fix: Dealers will replace the knee air bag (driver and/or passenger), free of charge.

• 2023 BMW X5 Head Restraint Recall (23V253) Repeat recall
  April 6, 2023 · 235 vehicles · Body, Doors and Seats

  The head restraints for the second-row outboard seats may have been improperly manufactured without locking tabs in the guide sleeves. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 202, "Head Restraints."

  Risk: A head restraint without a locking tab may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the second-row outboard seat head restraint guide sleeves, as necessary, free of charge.

• 2023 BMW X5 Seat Fastener Recall (22V942)
  December 19, 2022 · 4 vehicles · Body, Doors and Seats

  One of the four bolts that connects the backrest to the driver's seat frame may not have been correctly installed.

  Risk: A loose driver's seat backrest may not properly restrain the occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect the driver's seat backrest and if necessary, install an attachment bolt, free of charge.

• 2023 BMW X5 Windshield Recall (22V820)
  November 2, 2022 · 47 vehicles · Lighting and Visibility

  The windshield may not have been properly bonded to the vehicle which could allow water to enter the vehicle and contact electrical components, possibly resulting in a short-circuit.

  Risk: An electrical short-circuit increases the risk of a fire.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect the windshield seal and as necessary, remove and reinstall the windshield with a new seal, free of charge.

• 2022 BMW 430I Sunroof Recall (22V267)
  April 20, 2022 · 61,221 vehicles · Lighting and Visibility

  The roof function control unit may be programmed incorrectly, allowing the sunroof to close without the key fob present inside the vehicle. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 118, "Power-Operated Window Systems."

  Risk: A sunroof that closes without the key fob present inside the vehicle can increase the risk of injury.

  Fix: Dealers will reprogram the roof function control unit, free of charge.

• 2021 BMW X5 Head Restraint Recall (21V156)
  March 10, 2021 · 258 vehicles · Body, Doors and Seats

  The head restraints on the second-row outer seats may be the incorrect type for the vehicle.

  Risk: In the event of a crash, the head restraints could detach, and increase the risk of injury.

  Fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the head restraints, and replace them as necessary, free of charge.

• 2021 BMW X3 Backup Camera Software Recall (21V096)
  February 19, 2021 · 13,858 vehicles · Rearview Camera

  When shifting into Reverse, a small portion of the rearview image may be obscured, or the screen may not illuminate. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."

  Risk: If the driver relies on only the rearview camera image, the missing or reduced rearview image view can increase the risk of a crash or injury.

  Fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rearview camera software and update it if necessary, free of charge.

• 2021 BMW X5 Brake Fastener Recall (21V089)
  February 18, 2021 · 9 vehicles · Brakes

  The right front brake disc may have been assembled with incorrect fasteners, which over time, could result in the front brake disc becoming loose.

  Risk: A loose brake disc could affect vehicle handling and control, and increase the risk of a crash.

  Fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the right front brake disc and replace it if necessary, along with the unaffected left side brake disc, free of charge.

• 2021 BMW 840I Brake Hydraulic Recall (21V062)
  February 10, 2021 · 893 vehicles · Brakes

  The rotor and shaft within the integrated brake system may not have been welded properly and could separate during a hard braking event, possibly resulting in a loss of the Antilock Brake System (ABS) and braking assistance.

  Risk: A loss of ABS and a reduction in braking assistance can increase the risk of a crash.

  Fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the integrated brake system, free of charge.

• 2021 BMW X5 Steering Column Recall (21V031)
  January 29, 2021 · 21 vehicles · Steering

  The steering column shaft's universal joint connection may not have been tightened to specifications, and can become loose.

  Risk: A loose steering column shaft universal joint connection can affect vehicle handling and control, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, depending upon the inspection, either the bolt will be replaced and tightened to specifications, or the steering column shaft, universal joint, and bolt will be replaced and tightened to specifications, free of charge.

• 2021 BMW M340I 12-Volt Battery Recall (20V761)
  December 9, 2020 · 812 vehicles · Electrical System

  The connection between the 48-Volt battery and the starter-generator may not have been assembled properly, which can cause increased electrical resistance at the connections.

  Risk: Increased electrical resistance can increase the risk of a fire.

  Fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the connection between the 48-Volt battery and the starter-generator assembly, replacing it if necessary, free of charge.

• 2021 BMW X5 Suspension Control Arm Recall (20V678)
  November 4, 2020 · 83 vehicles · Suspension, Wheels and Tires

  The weld between the front axle support and the right front control arm bearing bracket may separate.

  Risk: If the weld between the front axle support and the right front control arm bearing bracket separates, vehicle handling and control may be affected, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front axle support, free of charge.

• 2021 BMW 530E High-Voltage Battery Recall (20V601) Repeat recall
  September 30, 2020 · 4,509 vehicles · EV and Hybrid Battery

  Debris may have entered one or more of the hybrid battery cells during their production.

  Risk: The debris could result in a short-circuit, increasing the risk of fire or injury.

  Fix: BMW will inspect and, if necessary, replace the battery module free of charge.

• 2021 BMW X5 Headlight Recall (20V528)
  September 1, 2020 · 307 vehicles · Lighting and Visibility

  The headlamps may allow a blue light to illuminate. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

  Risk: Oncoming drivers may be confused by the blue light of approaching vehicles, which could potentially increase the risk of a crash.

  Fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the headlamps and, if necessary, replace them, free of charge.

• 2021 BMW 330E High-Voltage Battery Recall (20V490)
  August 18, 2020 · 713 vehicles · EV and Hybrid Battery

  Loose welding beads may form a conductive path between the hybrid battery cells which could lead to a short-circuit.

  Risk: A short-circuited hybrid battery may increase the risk of a fire.

  Fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the battery modules, free of charge.

• 2021 BMW X6 Tire Recall (20V483)
  August 14, 2020 · 42 vehicles · Suspension, Wheels and Tires

  The tires may have a damaged inner layer, possibly resulting in a rapid loss of pressure while the vehicle is moving.

  Risk: A rapid loss of tire pressure while the vehicle is moving can affect vehicle handling and control, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: BMW has notified all of the affected owners, and dealers will replace the defective tires, free of charge.

Which X5 parts are recalled most?

Which X5 model years have the most recalls?

How do I check my X5 for open recalls?

Enter your 17-character VIN at NHTSA’s recall lookup. The lookup lists every open safety recall on that specific vehicle, so you will see which of the 27 BMW X5 campaigns above apply to you. You can also ask any authorized BMW dealer to run the VIN. The VIN is on your registration card, your insurance card, and a plate at the lower driver-side corner of the windshield. Brand-new recalls can take a few days to show up, so check again if you received a letter.

What are X5 owners reporting?

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA since 2020, by model year. Complaints are unverified owner reports, but the components that come up most often show where owners are having trouble.

Excerpts from owner complaints (unverified):

The contact owns a 2021 BMW X5. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or an independent mechanic; however, the contact used an OBD scanner, which diagnosed a failure with the water pump. The vehicle was not repaired.

2021 BMW X5 owner, Electrical System, NHTSA complaint 11641690

A drivetrain malfunction warning, chassis warning, auto level suspension was locked, and check engine light was on while driving on the freeway. We made it home safely and parked the BMW X5 45e inside the garage. I plugged in my charger and was not able to charge.

2021 BMW X5 owner, Power Train, NHTSA complaint 11681132

The malfunction is my water pump is cracked & leaking coolant at 40k miles. The get up performance speed is lagging and delayed especially driving using Eco mode. The safety is at risk as the car is overheating, slow to accelerate and drive comfortably or safely.

2022 BMW X5 owner, Power Train, NHTSA complaint 11644331

Can a recall make your X5 a lemon in California?

Owners of a BMW X5 often ask whether these recalls mean their vehicle qualifies under California's lemon law. Not by themselves. The question is whether a covered defect keeps coming back, or keeps the vehicle at the dealer, after a reasonable number of repair attempts (Civ. Code 1793.2(d)).

4 of the 27 recalls listed here follow an earlier campaign on the same component, which can mean a first fix did not work. 3 involve the engine, transmission or high-voltage battery, the kinds of repairs that often take several visits or weeks of downtime.

Within the first 18 months or 18,000 miles, California presumes the manufacturer had enough chances if the same defect was repaired two or more times when it is likely to cause death or serious injury, four or more times for any covered defect, or the vehicle was out of service more than 30 days in total (Civ. Code 1793.22(b)). Written notice to the manufacturer is required in some cases, and owners outside that window can still have a claim. An owner who prevails 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.

What to keep: every repair order, the recall owner letters, your purchase or lease contract, and a log of dates, mileage and symptoms. Make sure every visit is written up, even when the dealer says it found nothing.

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Other BMW models with recalls

• 228I: 5 recalls
• 228I Gran Coupe: 2 recalls
• 228I Xdrive: 1 recall
• 228I Xdrive Gran Coupe: 2 recalls
• 230I: 7 recalls
• 3 Series: 1 recall
• 330E: 7 recalls
• 330I: 11 recalls
• 330I Xdrive: 1 recall
• 4 Series: 1 recall
• 430I: 11 recalls
• 430I Convertible: 1 recall
• 430I Xdrive: 1 recall
• 5 Series: 1 recall
• 530E: 2 recalls
• 530I: 15 recalls
• 530I Xdrive: 4 recalls
• 540I: 7 recalls
• 540I Xdrive: 4 recalls
• 550E: 1 recall
• 550E Xdrive: 2 recalls
• 740I: 11 recalls
• 740I Xdrive: 2 recalls
• 740LI: 5 recalls
• 740XI: 1 recall
• 745E: 1 recall
• 745LE: 4 recalls
• 750E: 3 recalls
• 750E Xdrive: 6 recalls
• 750LI: 3 recalls
• 760I: 8 recalls
• 760I Xdrive: 3 recalls
• 8 Series: 1 recall
• 840I: 6 recalls
• 840I Xdrive: 1 recall
• Alpina B8: 1 recall
• Alpina XB7: 1 recall
• B7 Alpina: 1 recall
• I4: 11 recalls
• I4 EDRIVE35: 1 recall
• I4 EDRIVE40: 2 recalls
• I4 M50: 2 recalls
• I5: 7 recalls
• I5 EDRIVE40: 3 recalls
• I5 M60: 2 recalls
• I5 M60 Xdrive: 3 recalls
• I5 XDRIVE40: 2 recalls
• I7: 12 recalls
• I7 EDRIVE50: 3 recalls
• I7 M70: 3 recalls
• I7 M70 Xdrive: 4 recalls
• I7 XDRIVE60: 3 recalls
• IX: 12 recalls
• M2: 3 recalls
• M235I: 2 recalls
• M235I Xdrive Gran Coupe: 2 recalls
• M240I: 4 recalls
• M3: 4 recalls
• M340I: 7 recalls
• M4: 3 recalls
• M440I: 7 recalls
• M5: 3 recalls
• M5 Sportswagon: 1 recall
• M550I: 3 recalls
• M760I: 2 recalls
• M760LI: 1 recall
• M8: 3 recalls
• M850I: 3 recalls
• X1: 11 recalls
• X2: 6 recalls
• X3: 24 recalls
• X4: 14 recalls
• X5: 27 recalls
• X5 Hybrid: 1 recall
• X5 Plug-IN Hybrid: 2 recalls
• X6: 17 recalls
• X7: 22 recalls
• XB7: 1 recall
• XM: 9 recalls
• Z4: 7 recalls

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