Every 2023 BMW X5 recall
Each campaign as NHTSA published it: what is wrong, what can happen, and the fix. Newest first.
Power Train · NHTSA 23V821000
Jun 12, 2023Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Control Module (Tcm/Pcm/Tecm)
- Problem
- 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.
- 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.
- Fix
- 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.
Full recall details for 23V821000 →Seats · NHTSA 23V253000
Jun 4, 2023Seats:Mid/Rear Assembly:Head Restraint
- Problem
- 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."
- Risk
- A head restraint without a locking tab may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
- Fix
- 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.
Full recall details for 23V253000 →Seats · NHTSA 22V942000
Dec 19, 2022Seats:Critical Fasteners
- Problem
- 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.
- Risk
- A loose driver's seat backrest may not properly restrain the occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
- Fix
- 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.
Full recall details for 22V942000 →Visibility · NHTSA 22V820000
Feb 11, 2022Visibility:Windshield
- Problem
- 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.
- Risk
- An electrical short-circuit increases the risk of a fire.
- Fix
- 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.
Full recall details for 22V820000 →
2023 BMW X5 complaints and service bulletins
Owners filed 33 complaints with NHTSA about the 2023 BMW X5, reporting 3 crashes, 1 injuries. BMW has issued at least 160 technical service bulletins (repair instructions to dealers) for this model year. Complaints are unverified owner reports; a recall is the manufacturer’s admission of a safety defect.
Most-reported components
- Electrical System8
- Power Train8
- Unknown Or Other8
- Engine5
- Structure4
- Service Brakes3
Service bulletins by component
- Electrical System (52)
- Equipment (22)
- Engine and Engine Cooling (21)
- Structure (17)
- Engine (12)
- Power Train (11)
Read BMW X5 owner complaints and bulletins, every year
What people reported
Owners have filed 33 complaints with NHTSA about the 2023 BMW X5. A few in their own words, shortened. Complaints are unverified and are not proof of a defect or of any recall.
Injury reportedCrash
“While driving the vehicle at highway speed, the vehicle did not respond as expected during braking. Upon attempting to slow the vehicle, control was lost, the vehicle became unstable, left the roadway, and rolled.”
2023 BMW X5Dec 30, 2025
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11707697
Crash
“The car safety features should not allow the vehicle to move with an open door. It should also alert driver with warning if passenger door is ajar before and when in motion.”
2023 BMW X5Aug 20, 2024
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11609660
Crash
“The vehicle rolled away after the driver exited the vehicle with the transmission in Neutral and the parking brake was not applied. This negligent design flaw is because BMW has chosen to not revert the vehicle to Park if the door is opened like other car manufacturers.”
2023 BMW X5Apr 3, 2023
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11515326
“The X5 transfer case has a defect that causes the vehicle to shudder when in reverse and at lower speeds. It can be felt sometimes at highway speeds, but is worse at low speeds. Our X5 has only 54,000 miles.”
2023 BMW X5Sep 28, 2026 · TX
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11767547
“Check Control : Add engine coolant. Risk of scalding. Engine coolant level low. Risk of engine damage. Add engine coolant as soon as possible. sign came up.”
2023 BMW X5Sep 18, 2026 · CA
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11765404
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