The vehicle dossier US · 2024
2024 BMW
X7Problems & recalls
62 distinct owner reports in the NHTSA snapshot. Other components appears in 44 of them. Explore what was reported—and which official actions are on file.
01 / Owner-reported evidence
What owners reported.
Categories attached to 62 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 4 years with reports.
15,500 miles is the median among 6 reports with usable mileage. The middle half spans 10,000–21,000 miles.
This describes the submitted reports. It does not predict when a vehicle will fail.
02 / Official safety campaigns
7 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 NHTSASERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:ELECTRIC:CONTROL MODULECampaign 24V739000
Reported concern
BMW of North America, LLC. (BMW) is recalling certain 2023-2024 X1, X5, X6, X7, XM, 530i, i5, 740i, 760i, i7, and 750e 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 module, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters notifying owners of the safety risk are expected to be mailed November 22, 2024. Second letters will be mailed once the parts are available. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Vehicles in this recall were previously repaired under recall number 24V-104 and will need to have the new remedy completed.
Read campaign 24V739000 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 NHTSASTRUCTURE:INTERIOR PANELS:DASHBOARDCampaign 24V138000
Reported concern
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2024 X5 sDrive40i, X5 xDrive40i and X7 xDrive40i vehicles. 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.
Manufacturer’s stated response
Dealers will replace the instrument panel, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 16, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Read campaign 24V138000 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 NHTSAAIR BAGSCampaign 23V622000
Reported concern
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2023 BMW XM, 2024 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 front passenger knee air bag may not deploy as intended.
Manufacturer’s stated response
Dealers will replace the front passenger knee air bag, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 3, 2023. Owners may contact BMW's customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Read campaign 23V622000 at NHTSAAIR BAGS:KNEE BOLSTERCampaign 23V471000
Reported concern
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2024 X5 sDrive40i, X5 xDrive40i, X5 M60i, X5 M, xDrive 50e, 2024 X6 xDrive40i, X6 M60i, X6 M, 2024 X7 xDrive40i, X7 M60i, Alpina XB7, and 2023 XM vehicles. 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.
Manufacturer’s stated response
Dealers will replace the knee air bag (driver and/or passenger), free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 6, 2023. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Read campaign 23V471000 at NHTSA03 / The manufacturer’s record
Instructions. Updates. Responses.
165 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.
B064426Air Flap ReturnNHTSA ID 11036436
Air Flap Return
Components: ENGINE. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.
Source record 11036436 at NHTSAB630526After programming the vehicle via ISTA/RSUto I-level …26-03-5xx, some of the interiorambient lighting strips (arrows) may begin tofail sporadically after a deep sleep cycle.NHTSA ID 11036381
After programming the vehicle via ISTA/RSUto I-level …26-03-5xx, some of the interiorambient lighting strips (arrows) may begin tofail sporadically after a deep sleep cycle.
Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.
Source record 11036381 at NHTSAB340124After replacement of the Integrated Braking system (IB)/Power Brake the total distance covered might belower than when handed over to the workshop for the repair.NHTSA ID 11036380
After replacement of the Integrated Braking system (IB)/Power Brake the total distance covered might belower than when handed over to the workshop for the repair.
Campaign / software reference: 0034040300
Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.
Source record 11036380 at NHTSAB064126Fan ReturnNHTSA ID 11036432
Fan Return
Components: ENGINE. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.
Source record 11036432 at NHTSAB652026The Central Information Display (CID) side of the Multifunction Display (MFD) may flicker intermittently. Theflickering manifests itself in three phases: The image is distorted The central information display turns black (black…NHTSA ID 11035404
The Central Information Display (CID) side of the Multifunction Display (MFD) may flicker intermittently. Theflickering manifests itself in three phases: The image is distorted The central information display turns black (black screen) The image is OK again The complete flickering episode with all the above-mentioned three phases only lasts about half a second intotal each time.
Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.
Source record 11035404 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 NHTSAB652025After replacing the Multifunctional Display (MFD), the Central Information Display (CID) is black. The backlight of the CID is illuminated, and touch function does register an audible sound.NHTSA ID 11032744
After replacing the Multifunctional Display (MFD), the Central Information Display (CID) is black. The backlight of the CID is illuminated, and touch function does register an audible sound.
Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.
Source record 11032744 at NHTSAB640320The center console and front cup holder get noticeably too warm to the touch on long journeys with the interior "Heating on".NHTSA ID 11032741
The center console and front cup holder get noticeably too warm to the touch on long journeys with the interior "Heating on".
Components: STRUCTURE:BODY. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.
Source record 11032741 at NHTSAB521923In vehicles equipped with the second row 60% / 40% split seat, the flex cable assembly can come out of the seat rail mechanism (circled). This stops the forwards and backwards travel of the seat.NHTSA ID 11032738
In vehicles equipped with the second row 60% / 40% split seat, the flex cable assembly can come out of the seat rail mechanism (circled). This stops the forwards and backwards travel of the seat.
Components: SEATS. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.
Source record 11032738 at NHTSAB511224There are two possible situations (rear left, right or both sides): A. The electric sunshade in the rear door does not function or sticks upon operation, and/or B. The electric sunshade is wavy.NHTSA ID 11032737
There are two possible situations (rear left, right or both sides): A. The electric sunshade in the rear door does not function or sticks upon operation, and/or B. The electric sunshade is wavy.
Components: STRUCTURE:BODY. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.
Source record 11032737 at NHTSAB320123When turning the steering wheel while stationary or when driving on uneven roads; cracking, creaking, or knocking noises may be heard.NHTSA ID 11031574
When turning the steering wheel while stationary or when driving on uneven roads; cracking, creaking, or knocking noises may be heard.
Components: SUSPENSION. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.
Source record 11031574 at NHTSAB120326BMW AG is conducting Voluntary Emissions Recall (effective March 11, 2026) on certain Model Year 2023 -2026 BMW vehicles that were produced between January 14, 2022, and September 16, 2025.NHTSA ID 11030061
BMW AG is conducting Voluntary Emissions Recall (effective March 11, 2026) on certain Model Year 2023 -2026 BMW vehicles that were produced between January 14, 2022, and September 16, 2025.
Campaign / software reference: 0099020300
Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.
Source record 11030061 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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