Known Recalls

Model year record

2023 BMW X5

4 recall campaigns on file for this model year. 71 owner complaints on file.

Recalls

Recall campaignNHTSA 23V821000

Power train: automatic transmission: control module (TCM/PCM/TECM)

Component
Power train: automatic transmission: control module (TCM/PCM/TECM)
Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
Vehicles affected
552
Reported to NHTSA
2023-12-06
Owners notified
2024-01-26

Defect description

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2023 Toyota GR Supra, 3 Series Sedan (330i xDrive, M340i xDrive, M3), 5 Series Sedan (530i, 530i xDrive, M5), 4 Series Gran Coupe (430i, 430i xDrive), 4 Series Coupe (430i, 430i xDrive, M440i xDrive), 4 Series Convertible (430i, 430i xDrive, M440i xDrive), 8 Series Coupe (840i, M850i xDrive, M8), 8 Series Convertible (840i, M850i xDrive, M8), 8 Series Gran Coupe (850i xDrive, M8), X3 SAV (X3 xDrive30i, X3M), X4 SAV (X4 xDrive30i), X5 SAV (X5 xDrive40i, X5 M50i, X5M), X6 SAV (X6 xDrive40i, X6 M50i, X6M), and Z4 sDrive30i, Z4 M40i vehicles. 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.

Safety 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.

Manufacturer remedy

Dealers will replace the transmission mechatronics module and the automatic transmission fluid, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 26, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Recall campaignNHTSA 23V253000

Seats: mid/rear assembly: head restraint

Component
Seats: mid/rear assembly: head restraint
Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
Vehicles affected
235
Reported to NHTSA
2023-04-06
Owners notified
2023-05-31

Defect description

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2023 X5 sDrive40i, X5 xDrive40i, X5 M50i, X5 M and X5 xDrive45e vehicles. 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."

Safety risk

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

Manufacturer remedy

Dealers will inspect and replace the second-row outboard seat head restraint guide sleeves, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 31, 2023. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Recall campaignNHTSA 22V942000

Seats: critical fasteners

Component
Seats: critical fasteners
Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
Vehicles affected
4
Reported to NHTSA
2022-12-19
Owners notified
2022-12-23

Defect description

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2023 X5 sDrive40i, X5 M50i and X5 xDrive 45e vehicles. One of the four bolts that connects the backrest to the driver's seat frame may not have been correctly installed.

Safety risk

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

Manufacturer remedy

Dealers will inspect the driver's seat backrest and if necessary, install an attachment bolt, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed February 17, 2023. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Recall campaignNHTSA 22V820000

Visibility: windshield

Component
Visibility: windshield
Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
Vehicles affected
47
Reported to NHTSA
2022-11-02
Owners notified
2022-12-30

Defect description

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2023 X5 sDrive40i, xDrive40i, xDrive45e, and X7 xDrive40i vehicles. 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.

Safety risk

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

Manufacturer remedy

Dealers will inspect the windshield seal and as necessary, remove and reinstall the windshield with a new seal, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 30, 2022. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Owner complaints

A complaint is one person's report to a federal agency. It is not a finding.

ComponentComplaintsMedian mileage
Electrical system12—
Power train1250,900 mi
Unknown or other11—
Structure: body8—
Engine5—
Service brakes5—
Air bags2—
Back over prevention: sensing system: camera2—
Exterior lighting2—
Visibility: defroster/defogger/hvac system2—
Back over prevention: warnings1—
Forward collision avoidance: adaptive cruise control1—
Forward collision avoidance: automatic emergency braking1—
Fuel/propulsion system1—
Lane departure: assist1—
Lane departure: warning1—
Steering1—
Suspension1—
Tires: tread/belt15,700 mi
Visibility: sun/moon roof assembly16,000 mi

The 2022 model has about half as many complaints as this one. The 2024 model has about a fifth as many complaints as this one. These figures reflect raw complaint counts, not failure rates. Higher-selling model years naturally receive more complaints.

Safety recall repairs are provided free of charge by franchised dealers, regardless of vehicle age or mileage. This page displays aggregated data for the model year. To check recall status for a specific vehicle, search its VIN at nhtsa.gov.