BMW · B010324
EVAP purge valve
15 years / 150,000 miles
BMW documents limited coverage for defects in the EVAP purge valve; this document does not establish a diagnosis for an individual vehicle.
Read coverage & conditionsThe vehicle dossier US · 2019
2019 BMW
X5Problems & recalls
188 distinct owner reports in the NHTSA snapshot. Electrical system appears in 71 of them. Explore what was reported—and which official actions are on file.
From the original manufacturer documents
What did the manufacturer do?
These reviewed documents are associated with this model-year. Check the stated engine, build-date, VIN and coverage conditions before assuming they apply to the car you’re considering.
01 / Owner-reported evidence
What owners reported.
Categories attached to 188 distinct reports. A report can mention more than one component, so category totals can overlap.
Electrical system71 reports
Engine63 reports
Other components56 reports
Transmission & drivetrain18 reports
Steering18 reports
Brakes12 reports
Air bags12 reports
Body & structure6 reports
Fuel system5 reports
Visibility4 reports
Suspension2 reports
See original component labels
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM68
ENGINE51
UNKNOWN OR OTHER28
POWER TRAIN18
STEERING18
SERVICE BRAKES12
AIR BAGS12
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING12
SEAT BELTS7
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM5
STRUCTURE:BODY5
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL4
VISIBILITY/WIPER4
EXTERIOR LIGHTING4
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS3
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING3
SEATS3
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)2
SUSPENSION2
BACK OVER PREVENTION: REARVIEW SYSTEM BRAKING2
BACK OVER PREVENTION: WARNINGS2
LANE DEPARTURE: WARNING2
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA2
LANE DEPARTURE: BLIND SPOT DETECTION2
AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION1
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL1
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:HORN1
STRUCTURE1
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR1
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY1
These are reports made to NHTSA, not verified diagnoses. More reports can reflect more vehicles, more time on the road, or greater reporting activity.
The reporting timeline
When reports arrived.
Reports by year filed, not by the year a problem occurred. Showing the latest 8 years with reports.
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Year filed (last two digits)Latest report: Sep 21, 2026
Mileage, where supplied
19,500 miles is the median among 49 reports with usable mileage. The middle half spans 1,200–65,397 miles.
This describes the submitted reports. It does not predict when a vehicle will fail.
02 / Official safety campaigns
13 recall campaigns on file.
A campaign can cover only certain production dates or configurations. The count does not tell you whether an individual car has an open recall.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLYCampaign 25V644000
Reported concern
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020 340I, X6, 2020-2025 840I, 2020-2022 740LI, 2019-2020 X7, and X5 vehicles. After repeated attempts, the starter motor may overheat from an electrical overload.
Manufacturer’s stated response
Dealers will replace the engine starter, free of charge. This recall includes vehicles repaired under recall 24V576 and those owners will need to have their vehicle repaired again. Owner notification letters were mailed February 9, 2026. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov November 17, 2025.
Read campaign 25V644000 at NHTSAENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM):SOFTWARECampaign 24V576000
Reported concern
BMW of North America, LLC is recalling certain 2019-2020 X5, X7, 2020 3 Series Sedan, X6, 2020-2021 7 Series Sedan, 2020 8 Series Convertible, 8 Series Coupe, and 2020 8 Series Gran Coupe vehicles. Please see the recall report for the complete list of models. In the event the starter motor fails, repeated attempts to start the vehicle can cause the starter motor to overheat from an electrical overload.
Manufacturer’s stated response
Dealers will update the vehicle software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 27, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Read campaign 24V576000 at NHTSAVISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLYCampaign 22V267000
Reported concern
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2022 4 Series Gran Coupe (430i, 430i xDrive, M440i xDrive); 2019-2022 X5 sDrive40i, X5 xDrive40i, X5 xDrive50i, X5 M50i, X5M; 2021-2022 X5 xdrive45e; 2020-2022 X6 sDrive40i, X6 xDrive40i, X6 xDrive50i, X6M and 2019-2023 X7 xDrive40i, X7 xDrive50i, X7 M50i, X7 xDrive60i, X7 M60i, X7M, Alpina XB7 vehicles. 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."
Manufacturer’s stated response
Dealers will reprogram the roof function control unit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 20, 2022. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Read campaign 22V267000 at NHTSAELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANELCampaign 21V520000
Reported concern
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling one 2019 X5 xDrive 40i vehicle. The instrument panel may not have been manufactured correctly, which could prevent the passenger side air bag from deploying properly in a crash.
Manufacturer’s stated response
A dealer will replace the instrument panel, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 26, 2021. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Read campaign 21V520000 at NHTSABACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARECampaign 21V096000
Reported concern
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019-2021 X3 sDrive30i, X3 xDrive30i, X3 M40i, X3M, X4 xDrive30i, X4 M40i, M550i, X4M, X5 sDrive40i, X5 xDrive40i, X5 xDrive50i, X5M, X5 M50i, X7 xDrive40i, X7 xDrive50i, X7 M50i, Alpina XB7, 330i, 330i xDrive, M340i, M340i xDrive, and 8 Series Coupe, Convertible and Grand Coupe, 840i, 840i xDrive, M850i xDrive, M8, 2020-2021 530e, 530e xDrive, 330e, 330e xDrive, 745Le, 745Le xDrive, X5 xDrive45e, X3 xDrive30e, X6 sDrive40i, X6 xDrive40i, X6 xDrive50i, X6 M50i, X6M, 530i, 530i xDrive, 540i, 540i xDrive, M550i xDrive, M5, 740i, 740Li, 740Li xDrive, M760i Drive, M760Li xDrive, 750Li xDrive Alpina, Alpina B7 xDrive, and 2021 4 Series Coupe 430i, 430i xDrive, M440i xDrive vehicles. 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."
Manufacturer’s stated response
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rearview camera software and update it if necessary, free of charge. The recall began April 16, 2021. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Read campaign 21V096000 at NHTSASERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:HYDRAULICCampaign 21V062000
Reported concern
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020-2021 8 Series Coupe, Grand Coupe and convertible 840i, 840i xDrive, M850i xDrive, M8 and 740 Li, 740 Li xDrive, 750 Li xDrive, M760 Li xDrive, X6 sDrive40i, X6 xDrive40i, X6 xdrive50i, X6 M50i, X6M, and 2019-2021 X5 sDrive40i, X5 xDrive40i, X5 xDrive50i, X5 M50i, X5M, X7 xDrive40i, X7 xDrive50i, X7 M50i, and 2021 M3, M3 Competition, M4 Coupe, M4 Competition Coupe, X5 xDrive45e, 745 Le xDrive. 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.
Manufacturer’s stated response
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the integrated brake system, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 25, 2021. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Read campaign 21V062000 at NHTSASTEERING:COLUMNCampaign 20V434000
Reported concern
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019-2020 X5 sDrive40i, X5 xDrive40i and X5 xDrive50i vehicles and 2020 X6M vehicles. The steering column shaft bearing plate may not have been properly attached to the vehicle, allowing it to loosen.
Manufacturer’s stated response
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the steering column shaft bearing plate and properly attach or replace it, as necessary, free of charge. BMW telephoned owners and all of the vehicles have been remedied. No owner notification letter is necessary. Please contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Read campaign 20V434000 at NHTSABACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERACampaign 19V684000
Reported concern
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018 540d, 2018-2020 530i, 530i xDrive, 540i, 540i xDrive, M550i xDrive, M5, 530e, 530e xDrive, X3 sDrive, X3 xDrive, X3 M40i, X3 M, and 2019-2020 X4 xDrive, X4 M40i, X4 M, X7 xDrive, X7 M50i, 740Li, 740Li xDrive, 750Li, 750Li xDrive, 8 Series Convertible and Coupe 840i, 840i xDrive, M850i xDrive, X5 sDrive, X5 xDrive, X5 M50i, X6 xDrive, X6 M50i, 330i, 330i xDrive, M340i, M340i xDrive, Z4 sDrive, Z4 M40i, 740Le xDrive and 745Le xDrive, 2018-2019 640i xDrive Gran Turismo and Rolls-Royce Phantom, 2019 M850i xDrive Gran Coupe and Rolls-Royce Cullinan and 2020 Toyota Supra vehicles. The back-up camera and display settings can be adjusted such that the rear view image is no longer visible and the system will retain that setting the next time the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rearview Mirrors."
Manufacturer’s stated response
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will update the back-up camera software, free of charge. The recall began November 8, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or Rolls-Royce at 1-877-877-3735. Toyota owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371.
Read campaign 19V684000 at NHTSAWHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDSCampaign 19V541000
Reported concern
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019 X5 xDrive50i and X7 xDrive40i vehicles. The left side wheel bolts may have been insufficiently tightened and may loosen over time.
Manufacturer’s stated response
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace and tighten the left side wheel bolts, free of charge. The recall began July 16, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Read campaign 19V541000 at NHTSAENGINECampaign 19V513000
Reported concern
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020 750i xDrive, 2019 M850i xDrive Coupe, M850i xDrive Convertible, X5 xDrive50i, X7 xDrive50i, and M5 vehicles. The high pressure fuel pump may not have been properly attached to the engine, which may cause the fuel pump flange to crack, resulting in a fuel leak.
Manufacturer’s stated response
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the high pressure fuel pumps, free of charge. The recall began August 27, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Read campaign 19V513000 at NHTSASEATSCampaign 19V096000
Reported concern
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019 X5 xDrive40i and xDrive50i vehicles. The attachment bolts for the driver's seat and/or seat belt may not have been properly tightened.
Manufacturer’s stated response
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the attachment bolts for the driver's seat and seat belt, and torque them to the correct specifications, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began April 9, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Read campaign 19V096000 at NHTSAEQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELSCampaign 18V918000
Reported concern
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019 BMW X5 xDrive40i and X5 xDrive50i vehicles. The driver and/or passenger sun visor may have an incorrect air bag warning label, or the label may be missing. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant crash protection."
Manufacturer’s stated response
BMW notified owners, and dealers will inspect the driver and passenger sun visor, replacing the visors as necessary, free of charge. The recall began January 4, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Read campaign 18V918000 at NHTSAELECTRICAL SYSTEMCampaign 18V732000
Reported concern
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019 BMW X5 xDrive40i vehicles. The capacitors within the Body Domain Controller (BDC) may short circuit and overheat.
Manufacturer’s stated response
All affected vehicles remain on dealer lots, therefore owner letters will not be mailed. BMW dealers will replace the BDC control unit, free of charge. The recall began on October 17, 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Read campaign 18V732000 at NHTSA03 / The manufacturer’s record
Instructions. Updates. Responses.
482 distinct communications list this model-year. Showing the latest 12. A matching model-year does not establish that every engine, trim or reported symptom is covered.
B010226DCSBMW Notice of the Court’s Final Approval for Shark-Fin Antenna Settlement (X3, X4, X5, X6, X7)NHTSA ID 11036453
BMW Notice of the Court’s Final Approval for Shark-Fin Antenna Settlement (X3, X4, X5, X6, X7)
Components: STRUCTURE:BODY. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.
Source record 11036453 at NHTSAB010226Rear Roof Antenna Shark Fin Cover Sealing IssueNHTSA ID 11036388
Rear Roof Antenna Shark Fin Cover Sealing Issue
Components: STRUCTURE:BODY. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.
Source record 11036388 at NHTSAB011524The NVLD modules limited warranty for defects in materials and/or workmanship has been extended to 15 years / 150,000 miles as determined from the vehicles original in-service / first delivery date.NHTSA ID 11035499
The NVLD modules limited warranty for defects in materials and/or workmanship has been extended to 15 years / 150,000 miles as determined from the vehicles original in-service / first delivery date.
Campaign / software reference: 1613911200
Components: ENGINE. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.
Source record 11035499 at NHTSAB110426The manual starting of electronic engine oil level measurement from inside the vehicle, usually afterperforming an engine oil service task, is inoperative or it may lock up at between a 15% to 30% completionrate.NHTSA ID 11035500
The manual starting of electronic engine oil level measurement from inside the vehicle, usually afterperforming an engine oil service task, is inoperative or it may lock up at between a 15% to 30% completionrate.
Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · ENGINE. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.
Source record 11035500 at NHTSAB510726In the affected vehicles, an incorrect screwlocking device (circled) may have been usedfor the mounting bolts of the door latch locks.NHTSA ID 11035400
In the affected vehicles, an incorrect screwlocking device (circled) may have been usedfor the mounting bolts of the door latch locks.
Campaign / software reference: 0051480600
Components: STRUCTURE:BODY. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.
Source record 11035400 at NHTSAB010324The EVAP systems purge (vent) valve limited warranty for defects in materials and / or workmanship has been extended to 15 years / 150,000 miles as determined from the original first in-service / delivery date.NHTSA ID 11035497
The EVAP systems purge (vent) valve limited warranty for defects in materials and / or workmanship has been extended to 15 years / 150,000 miles as determined from the original first in-service / delivery date.
Campaign / software reference: 1390900300
Components: ENGINE. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.
Original document reviewed: 15 years / 150,000 miles
Read coverage & conditionsB010226SHARK FIN ROOF ANTENNA SEALING SETTLEMENT Extended WarrantyNHTSA ID 11033030
SHARK FIN ROOF ANTENNA SEALING SETTLEMENT Extended Warranty
Campaign / software reference: 6520900300
Components: STRUCTURE:BODY. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.
Source record 11033030 at NHTSAB010324The EVAP systems purge (vent) valve limited warranty for defects in materials or workmanship has been extended to 15 years / 150,000 miles as determined from the original in-service date.NHTSA ID 11032731
The EVAP systems purge (vent) valve limited warranty for defects in materials or workmanship has been extended to 15 years / 150,000 miles as determined from the original in-service date.
Campaign / software reference: 1390900300
Components: ENGINE. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.
Source record 11032731 at NHTSAB010325The Radiator Grilles Lower Active Air Flap Assembly limited warranty for defects in materials and/or workmanship has been extended to 15 years / 150,000 miles as determined from the original first in-service / delivery date.NHTSA ID 11030060
The Radiator Grilles Lower Active Air Flap Assembly limited warranty for defects in materials and/or workmanship has been extended to 15 years / 150,000 miles as determined from the original first in-service / delivery date.
Campaign / software reference: 5174900200
Components: STRUCTURE:BODY. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.
Source record 11030060 at NHTSAB010325The Radiator Grilles Lower Active Air Flap Assembly limited warranty for defects in materials and/or workmanship has been extended to 15 years / 150,000 miles as determined from the original first in-service / delivery date.NHTSA ID 11017103
The Radiator Grilles Lower Active Air Flap Assembly limited warranty for defects in materials and/or workmanship has been extended to 15 years / 150,000 miles as determined from the original first in-service / delivery date.
Campaign / software reference: 5174900200
Components: STRUCTURE:BODY. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.
Source record 11017103 at NHTSAB011323CLASS ACTION SETTLEMENT: F95 F96 G05 G06 G07 FRONT CENTER CONSOLE CUPHOLDERNHTSA ID 11015850
CLASS ACTION SETTLEMENT: F95 F96 G05 G06 G07 FRONT CENTER CONSOLE CUPHOLDER
Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.
Source record 11015850 at NHTSAB650222The limited warranty for the Knee Air Bag wire harness repair cable procedure for defects in materials and/or workmanship has been extended to 10 years / 120,000 miles as determined from the original first in-service / deliver …NHTSA ID 11013061
The limited warranty for the Knee Air Bag wire harness repair cable procedure for defects in materials and/or workmanship has been extended to 10 years / 120,000 miles as determined from the original first in-service / deliver date.
Campaign / software reference: 6112900300
Components: AIR BAGS. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.
Source record 11013061 at NHTSARecords below contain the NHTSA bulk summary unless a document-reviewed explainer is linked. A service bulletin is not a safety recall or a promise of a free repair. Records may be revised or superseded; verify the current document with the manufacturer.
04 / Agency investigations
Official inquiries.
An investigation is an inquiry into a potential concern. Its presence does not establish a defect, and a closed case does not certify a car’s condition.
No investigation records matched this model-year in the snapshot.
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