BMW X7 Recalls (2021-2026)

What recalls does the BMW X7 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 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 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 X7 Catalytic Convertor Recall (23V294)
  April 26, 2023 · 5 vehicles · Engine

  The fasteners that connect the exhaust system and the catalytic converter may not have been tightened correctly.

  Risk: A loose connection between the exhaust system and catalytic converter increases the risk of a fire.

  Fix: Dealers will replace the gasket between the exhaust system and the catalytic converter, and tighten the fasteners, 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.

• 2023 BMW X7 Lighting Recall (22V725)
  September 29, 2022 · 3,315 vehicles · Lighting and Visibility

  In certain vehicle operating conditions, only one of the two front parking lights may remain illuminated. 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: A loss of illumination from one of the parking lights can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will reprogram the electronic control unit for the front parking lights, free of charge.

• 2021-2022 BMW X7 Seat Recall (22V670)
  September 7, 2022 · 246 vehicles · Body, Doors and Seats

  One or more of the compression springs that lock the backrest may not have been installed properly, and could dislodge or detach.

  Risk: In a crash, the seat backrest may not fully lock, increasing the risk of injury.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect the third-row seat and, if necessary, remove and reinstall improperly installed compression springs, and reinstall any missing springs, 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 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 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 X7 Label Recall (20V514)
  August 27, 2020 · 397 vehicles · Other Equipment

  The tire information labels may contain tire size and cold tire inflation pressure information that does not match the specific tires that were installed on these vehicles. As such, these vehicles fail to conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."

  Risk: The vehicle operator may be confused by the tire information on the label and this could lead to the installation of an inappropriate size tire and/or inflation pressure, potentially increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the tire information label, free of charge.

Which X7 parts are recalled most?

Which X7 model years have the most recalls?

How do I check my X7 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 22 BMW X7 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 X7 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 water pump pulley "exploded", causing the accessory belt to fall off which drives the alternator. The pulley "shrapnel" was thrown into the cooling system and damaging the hoses causing immediate loss of coolant.

2021 BMW X7 owner, Power Train, NHTSA complaint 11638117

The water pump pulley "exploded", causing the accessory belt to fall off which drives the alternator. The pulley "shrapnel" was thrown into the cooling system and damaging the hoses causing immediate loss of coolant.

2021 BMW X7 owner, Engine, NHTSA complaint 11638117

Component Failing: Telematics Control Unit (TCU) / SOS Emergency Call System This vehicle is experiencing an intermittent, total failure of the factory-installed SOS/Emergency Call System due to a known manufacturing defect.

2022 BMW X7 owner, Unknown Or Other, NHTSA complaint 11737594

Can a recall make your X7 a lemon in California?

Owners of a BMW X7 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)).

2 of the 22 recalls listed here follow an earlier campaign on the same component, which can mean a first fix did not work. 1 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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