BMW X5 recalls
NHTSA's records list 63 safety recalls covering the BMW X5 since Nov. 1, 2016, for model years 2000-2003, 2007-2026. The most recent was reported to NHTSA on July 1, 2026. 6 of them carried a “Do not drive” or “Park outside” warning.
Built by the Tribune's code from NHTSA's official records. No AI wrote this page. Updated Nov. 6, 2026.
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2026 BMW X5 recalls 2
- Air Bag May Deploy Improperly
Component: air bags. 25 vehicles potentially affected.
- Windshield Not Sealed Properly
Component: visibility. 1,406 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
2025 BMW X5 recalls 5
- Integrated Brake System Malfunction
Component: electronic stability control (esc). 428 vehicles potentially affected.
- Improperly Welded Brake Control Module May Fail
Component: electronic stability control (esc). 309 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Seat Belt System Malfunction/FMVSS 208
Component: seat belts. 3,256 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Incorrect Information on Tire Placard/FMVSS 110
Component: equipment. 703 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Integrated Brake System Malfunction
Component: electronic stability control (esc). 266,716 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
2024 BMW X5 recalls 8
- Integrated Brake System Malfunction
Component: electronic stability control (esc). 428 vehicles potentially affected.
- Integrated Brake System Malfunction
Component: electronic stability control (esc). 11,579 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Improperly Welded Brake Control Module May Fail
Component: electronic stability control (esc). 309 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Incorrect Information on Tire Placard/FMVSS 110
Component: equipment. 703 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Air Bag May Not Deploy Correctly
Component: air bags. 8 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Integrated Brake System Malfunction
Component: electronic stability control (esc). 266,716 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Front Passenger Knee Air Bag May Not Deploy
Component: air bags. 2,352 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Knee Air Bag Manufactured Incorrectly
Component: air bags. 1,981 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
2023 BMW X5 recalls 4
- Transmission Gears May Seize
Component: power train. 552 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Lock Tab Missing from Head Restraint/FMVSS 202
Component: seats. 235 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Driver's Seat Backrest Missing a Bolt
Component: seats. 4 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Windshield May Not Be Attached Properly
Component: visibility. 47 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
2022 BMW X5 recalls 1
- Sunroof Malfunction/FMVSS 118
Component: visibility. 61,221 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
2021 BMW X5 recalls 12
- Sunroof Malfunction/FMVSS 118
Component: visibility. 61,221 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Head Restraints Incorrect
Component: seats. 258 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Rearview Camera Image Malfunction/FMVSS 111
Component: back over prevention. 13,858 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Right Front Brake Disc May Loosen
Component: service brakes, hydraulic. 9 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Possible Loss of Braking Assistance and ABS
Component: service brakes, hydraulic. 893 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Loose Steering Column Shaft
Component: steering. 21 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- 48V Battery Connection Misassembled
Component: electrical system. 812 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Front Axle/Right Control Arm Not Welded Properly
Component: suspension. 83 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Debris in Hybrid Battery may Cause Fire
Component: electrical system. 4,509 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Headlights Contain Non-conforming Lens/FMVSS 108
Component: exterior lighting. 307 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Hybrid Battery May Short-Circuit
Component: electrical system. 713 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Inner Layer of Tire may Fail
Component: tires. 42 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
2020 BMW X5 recalls 11
- Starter Motor May Fail and Overheat
Component: electrical system. 145,102 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Starter Motor May Fail and Overheat
Component: electrical system. 105,588 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Sunroof Malfunction/FMVSS 118
Component: visibility. 61,221 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Rearview Camera Image Malfunction/FMVSS 111
Component: back over prevention. 13,858 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Possible Loss of Braking Assistance and ABS
Component: service brakes, hydraulic. 893 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Front Axle/Right Control Arm Not Welded Properly
Component: suspension. 83 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Headlights Contain Non-conforming Lens/FMVSS 108
Component: exterior lighting. 307 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Extra Bolt Incorrectly Attached to Starter Motor
Component: electrical system. 21 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Loose Steering Column Shaft Bearing Plate
Component: steering. 7 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- No Back-Up Camera Display Image/FMVSS 111
Component: back over prevention. 257,473 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Steering Rack May Fail
Component: steering. 12 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
2019 BMW X5 recalls 13
- Starter Motor May Fail and Overheat
Component: electrical system. 145,102 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Starter Motor May Fail and Overheat
Component: electrical system. 105,588 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Sunroof Malfunction/FMVSS 118
Component: visibility. 61,221 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Passenger Air Bag May Not Deploy Properly
Component: air bags. 1 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Rearview Camera Image Malfunction/FMVSS 111
Component: back over prevention. 13,858 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Possible Loss of Braking Assistance and ABS
Component: service brakes, hydraulic. 893 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Loose Steering Column Shaft Bearing Plate
Component: steering. 7 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- No Back-Up Camera Display Image/FMVSS 111
Component: back over prevention. 257,473 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Loose Wheel Bolts May Cause Wheel to Detach
Component: wheels. 5 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- High Pressure Fuel Pump May Crack and Leak
Component: engine. 115 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Driver's Seat and Seat Belt Bolts may be Loose
Component: seat belts. 68 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Incorrect or Missing Air Bag label/FMVSS 208
Component: equipment. 11 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Body Control Unit may Short Circuit
Component: electrical system. 172 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
2018 BMW X5 recalls 5
- Water Pump Connector May Short Circuit
Component: electrical system. 720,796 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- High-Pressure Fuel Pump May Fail
Component: fuel system, diesel. 11,216 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Risk of Shock or Fire from Charging Cable
Component: equipment. 3,501 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Lower Control Arm May Break
Component: suspension. 43 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Improperly Torqued Wishbone Suspension Bolts
Component: suspension. 33 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
2017 BMW X5 recalls 6
- Water Pump Connector May Short Circuit
Component: electrical system. 720,796 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Coolant Leak Inside EGR Module May Cause Fire
Component: fuel system, diesel. 50,404 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- High-Pressure Fuel Pump May Fail
Component: fuel system, diesel. 11,216 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Coolant Leak Within EGR May Cause Fire
Component: engine and engine cooling. 44,368 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Incorrect Tire Information Label/FMVSS110
Component: equipment. 24 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Passenger Frontal Air Bag Inflator May Rupture
Component: air bags. 36 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
2016 BMW X5 recalls 5
- Water Pump Connector May Short Circuit
Component: electrical system. 720,796 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Coolant Leak Inside EGR Module May Cause Fire
Component: fuel system, diesel. 50,404 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- High-Pressure Fuel Pump May Fail
Component: fuel system, diesel. 11,216 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Coolant Leak Within EGR May Cause Fire
Component: engine and engine cooling. 44,368 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Loose Ground Cable may cause Shift to Neutral
Component: electrical system. 8 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
2015 BMW X5 recalls 3
- Coolant Leak Inside EGR Module May Cause Fire
Component: fuel system, diesel. 50,404 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- High-Pressure Fuel Pump May Fail
Component: fuel system, diesel. 11,216 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Coolant Leak Within EGR May Cause Fire
Component: engine and engine cooling. 44,368 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
2014 BMW X5 recalls 5
- Driver's Air Bag Inflator May Explode
Component: air bags. 1,145 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Driver's Air Bag Inflator May Explode
Component: air bags. 486 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Coolant Leak Inside EGR Module May Cause Fire
Component: fuel system, diesel. 50,404 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- High-Pressure Fuel Pump May Fail
Component: fuel system, diesel. 11,216 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Coolant Leak Within EGR May Cause Fire
Component: engine and engine cooling. 44,368 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
2013 BMW X5 recalls 5
- Driver Air Bag Inflators May Explode
Component: air bags. 59,965 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Passenger Frontal Air Bag Inflator May Explode
Component: air bags. 83,016 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Engine Belt Idler Pulley Bolt may Loosen/Break
Component: engine and engine cooling. 33,214 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Passenger Frontal Air Bag Inflator May Explode
Component: air bags. 41,808 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Front Driveshaft Universal Joint may Fail
Component: power train. 121,909 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
2012 BMW X5 recalls 8
- Driver Air Bag Inflators May Explode
Component: air bags. 59,965 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Passenger Air Bag Inflators May Explode
Component: air bags. 4,007 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Passenger Frontal Air Bag Inflator May Explode
Component: air bags. 83,016 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Engine Belt Idler Pulley Bolt may Loosen/Break
Component: engine and engine cooling. 33,214 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Electric Auxiliary Water Pump Failure
Component: engine and engine cooling. 47,806 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Passenger Frontal Air Bag Inflator May Explode
Component: air bags. 41,808 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Front Driveshaft Universal Joint may Fail
Component: power train. 121,909 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Passenger Frontal Air Bag Inflator May Rupture
Component: air bags. 48,951 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
2011 BMW X5 recalls 9
- Camshaft Timing Bolts May Loosen Causing Stall
Component: engine and engine cooling. 157,796 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Driver Air Bag Inflators May Explode
Component: air bags. 59,965 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Passenger Air Bag Inflators May Explode
Component: air bags. 4,007 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Passenger Frontal Air Bag Inflator May Explode
Component: air bags. 83,016 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Engine Belt Idler Pulley Bolt may Loosen/Break
Component: engine and engine cooling. 33,214 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Electric Auxiliary Water Pump Failure
Component: engine and engine cooling. 47,806 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Passenger Frontal Air Bag Inflator May Explode
Component: air bags. 41,808 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- PCV Heater may Short Circuit
Component: engine and engine cooling. 740,561 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Front Driveshaft Universal Joint may Fail
Component: power train. 121,909 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
2010 BMW X5 recalls 8
- Camshaft Timing Bolts May Loosen Causing Stall
Component: engine and engine cooling. 157,796 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Driver Air Bag Inflators May Explode
Component: air bags. 59,965 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Passenger Air Bag Inflators May Explode
Component: air bags. 4,007 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Passenger Frontal Air Bag Inflator May Explode
Component: air bags. 83,016 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Engine Belt Idler Pulley Bolt may Loosen/Break
Component: engine and engine cooling. 33,214 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Electric Auxiliary Water Pump Failure
Component: engine and engine cooling. 47,806 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Passenger Frontal Air Bag Inflator May Explode
Component: air bags. 41,808 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- PCV Heater may Short Circuit
Component: engine and engine cooling. 740,561 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
2009 BMW X5 recalls 7
- Driver Air Bag Inflators May Explode
Component: air bags. 59,965 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Passenger Air Bag Inflators May Explode
Component: air bags. 4,007 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Passenger Frontal Air Bag Inflator May Explode
Component: air bags. 83,016 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Engine Belt Idler Pulley Bolt may Loosen/Break
Component: engine and engine cooling. 33,214 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Passenger Frontal Air Bag Inflator May Explode
Component: air bags. 41,808 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- PCV Heater may Short Circuit
Component: engine and engine cooling. 740,561 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Passenger Frontal Air Bag Inflator May Rupture
Component: air bags. 48,951 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
2008 BMW X5 recalls 6
- Driver Air Bag Inflators May Explode
Component: air bags. 59,965 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Passenger Air Bag Inflators May Explode
Component: air bags. 4,007 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Passenger Frontal Air Bag Inflator May Explode
Component: air bags. 83,016 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Passenger Frontal Air Bag Inflator May Explode
Component: air bags. 41,808 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- PCV Heater may Short Circuit
Component: engine and engine cooling. 740,561 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Passenger Frontal Air Bag Inflator May Rupture
Component: air bags. 48,951 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
2007 BMW X5 recalls 6
- Driver Air Bag Inflators May Explode
Component: air bags. 59,965 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Passenger Air Bag Inflators May Explode
Component: air bags. 4,007 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Passenger Frontal Air Bag Inflator May Explode
Component: air bags. 83,016 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Passenger Frontal Air Bag Inflator May Explode
Component: air bags. 41,808 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- PCV Heater may Short Circuit
Component: engine and engine cooling. 740,561 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Passenger Frontal Air Bag Inflator May Rupture
Component: air bags. 48,951 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
2003 BMW X5 recalls 1
- Driver's Frontal Air Bag Inflator may Rupture
Component: air bags. 230,117 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
2002 BMW X5 recalls 1
- Driver's Frontal Air Bag Inflator may Rupture
Component: air bags. 230,117 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
2001 BMW X5 recalls 2
- Driver's Side Front Air Bag Inflator May Explode
Component: air bags. 5,361 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
- Driver's Frontal Air Bag Inflator may Rupture
Component: air bags. 230,117 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
2000 BMW X5 recalls 1
- Driver's Side Front Air Bag Inflator May Explode
Component: air bags. 5,361 vehicles potentially affected. Links to NHTSA's record.
Counted and listed by the Tribune's code from NHTSA's recall records. A recall appears under every model year it covers.