The vehicle dossier US · 2025
2025 BMW
X5Problems & recalls
61 distinct owner reports in the NHTSA snapshot. Other components appears in 38 of them. Explore what was reported—and which official actions are on file.
01 / Owner-reported evidence
What owners reported.
Categories attached to 61 distinct reports. A report can mention more than one component, so category totals can overlap.
See original component labels
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 3 years with reports.
2,000 miles is the median among 6 reports with usable mileage. The middle half spans 80–2,000 miles.
This describes the submitted reports. It does not predict when a vehicle will fail.
02 / Official safety campaigns
5 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.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:ELECTRIC:CONTROL MODULECampaign 26V422000
Reported concern
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2025 Mini Cooper S, Mini Countryman S All4, X2, 2024 Rolls-Royce Spectre, 2023-2025 i7, 7 Series, X7, 2024-2025 i5, 5 Series, 2023-2024 XM, X1, 2024-2025 X6, and X5 vehicles. 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.
Manufacturer’s stated response
The Integrated brake system will be inspected and, if necessary, replaced, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 21, 2026. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or Rolls-Royce customer service at 1-877-877-3735. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning August 21, 2026. Vehicles previously repaired under recall 24V739 or 24V104 will need to have the new remedy completed.
Read campaign 26V422000 at NHTSAELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC):CONTROL MODULECampaign 24V697000
Reported concern
BMW of North America (BMW) is recalling certain 2023-2024 X1, 2024-2025 X5, 2025 X6, 2023-2025 X7, 740i, 760i, 2024 XM, 530i, 540i, i7, 750e, X2, 2024-2025 i5, 2024 Rolls Royce Spectre, 2025 MINI Countryman S ALL4, JCW Countryman ALL4, and 2025 MINI Hardtop 2 Door (Cooper, Cooper S) vehicles. 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. In addition, the Antilock Brake System (ABS) and Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) system may not function.
Manufacturer’s stated response
Dealers will replace the integrated brake system, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 13, 2024. Owners can contact BMW Customer Service at 1-800-525-7417.
Read campaign 24V697000 at NHTSASEAT BELTS:FRONTCampaign 24V345000
Reported concern
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2024 XM, 2025 BMW X5 sDrive40i, X5 xDrive40i, X5 M60i, X5 M, X5 xDrive50e, X6 xDrive40i, X6 M60i, X6 M, X7 xDrive40i, X7 M60i, and Alpina XB7 vehicles. 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."
Manufacturer’s stated response
Dealers will inspect and replace the front seat lower seat belts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 12, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Read campaign 24V345000 at NHTSAEQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELSCampaign 24V327000
Reported concern
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2024-2025 X5 xDrive40i vehicles. 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."
Manufacturer’s stated response
Dealers will replace the tire information placard, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 9, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Read campaign 24V327000 at NHTSASERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:ELECTRIC:CONTROL MODULECampaign 24V104000
Reported concern
BMW of North America, LLC. (BMW) is recalling certain 2023-2025 BMW, MINI, and Rolls-Royce vehicles. 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.
Manufacturer’s stated response
Dealers will replace the integrated brake system, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed between June and December 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or Rolls Royce customer service at 1-877-877-3735.
Read campaign 24V104000 at NHTSA03 / The manufacturer’s record
Instructions. Updates. Responses.
79 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.
B064326Fastening Elements ReturnNHTSA ID 11036435
Fastening Elements Return
Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.
Source record 11036435 at NHTSAB110326This Service Bulletin provides instructions to clean the intake valves using the BMW Carbon Blaster Tool P/N 81 29 2 208 034 and the S68T / XB1T Kit P/N 83 30 5 BAD 3D5. Refer to SI B04 12 11 for existing documentation about th…NHTSA ID 11036376
This Service Bulletin provides instructions to clean the intake valves using the BMW Carbon Blaster Tool P/N 81 29 2 208 034 and the S68T / XB1T Kit P/N 83 30 5 BAD 3D5. Refer to SI B04 12 11 for existing documentation about the carbon blaster tool and SI B04 02 26 for the S68T /XB1T tool kit.
Components: ENGINE. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.
Source record 11036376 at NHTSAB063826Shaft ReturnNHTSA ID 11035491
Shaft Return
Components: POWER TRAIN. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.
Source record 11035491 at NHTSAB110326This Service Bulletin provides instructions to clean the intake valves using the BMW Carbon Blaster ToolNHTSA ID 11035392
This Service Bulletin provides instructions to clean the intake valves using the BMW Carbon Blaster Tool
Components: ENGINE. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.
Source record 11035392 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 NHTSAB120326Due to an implementation error in various OBD diagnostics in the vehicle's control units, in very rare cases itmay happen that stored fault memory codes (DTCs) and the MIL (warning light) are not automaticallydeleted even thoug…NHTSA ID 11035396
Due to an implementation error in various OBD diagnostics in the vehicle's control units, in very rare cases itmay happen that stored fault memory codes (DTCs) and the MIL (warning light) are not automaticallydeleted even though the underlying malfunction has already been rectified. This does not comply with the statutory OBD specifications.
Campaign / software reference: 0099020300
Components: ENGINE. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.
Source record 11035396 at NHTSAB120326Due to an implementation error in various OBD diagnostics in the vehicle's control units, in very rare cases itmay happen that stored fault memory codes (DTCs) and the MIL (warning light) are not automaticallydeleted even thoug…NHTSA ID 11034449
Due to an implementation error in various OBD diagnostics in the vehicle's control units, in very rare cases itmay happen that stored fault memory codes (DTCs) and the MIL (warning light) are not automaticallydeleted even though the underlying malfunction has already been rectified. This does not comply with the statutory OBD specifications.
Campaign / software reference: 0099020300
Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.
Source record 11034449 at NHTSAB610126During vehicle start-up the Secure Element (SE) of the BCP may fail causing communication errors. TheCheck Control message “Drive carefully. Driving stabilisation.” will appear. In addition, the fault memoryentries below will b…NHTSA ID 11034462
During vehicle start-up the Secure Element (SE) of the BCP may fail causing communication errors. TheCheck Control message “Drive carefully. Driving stabilisation.” will appear. In addition, the fault memoryentries below will be stored within 40 seconds of each other. ACSM: 02010A - Coding: Coding data not qualified VIP: 02390A - VIP control unit: Coding data not released, signature IB: 02290A - DSC control unit: Coding data not released, signature HKFM: 020D0A - HKFM: Coding data are not qualified
Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.
Source record 11034462 at NHTSAB120626In these vehicles with an S68 engine, an incorrect diagnosis of the Valvetronic (VVT) may occur. Undercertain operating conditions, the software may detect a short-circuit in the valve control system even thoughthere is no faul…NHTSA ID 11034450
In these vehicles with an S68 engine, an incorrect diagnosis of the Valvetronic (VVT) may occur. Undercertain operating conditions, the software may detect a short-circuit in the valve control system even thoughthere is no fault. When the above-mentioned fault occurs, the red Check Control warning light ‘Drive system fault’ illuminates.This can result in the intake valves closing gradually, which may lead to misfires while the engine is running.
Campaign / software reference: 0012810600
Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.
Source record 11034450 at NHTSAB651426The vehicle may experience various operational issues with Apple CarPlay Projected Modes such as: Dropped connections No automatic reconnection Display errorsNHTSA ID 11034467
The vehicle may experience various operational issues with Apple CarPlay Projected Modes such as: Dropped connections No automatic reconnection Display errors
Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.
Source record 11034467 at NHTSAB120626DCSUpdate - Variable Valve TimingNHTSA ID 11033153
Update - Variable Valve Timing
Components: ENGINE. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.
Source record 11033153 at NHTSAB120626DELIVERY STOP: VARIABLE VALVE TIMINGNHTSA ID 11033035
DELIVERY STOP: VARIABLE VALVE TIMING
Components: ENGINE. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.
Source record 11033035 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.
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