2024 BMW X5
This year had 30% to 100% more complaints than this model's typical year.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1999 | 0 |
| 2000 | 29 |
| 2001 | 160 |
| 2002 | 102 |
| 2003 | 99 |
| 2004 | 64 |
| 2005 | 82 |
| 2006 | 168 |
| 2007 | 71 |
| 2008 | 215 |
| 2009 | 138 |
| 2010 | 124 |
| 2011 | 263 |
| 2012 | 271 |
| 2013 | 148 |
| 2014 | 98 |
| 2015 | 152 |
| 2016 | 73 |
| 2017 | 73 |
| 2018 | 71 |
| 2019 | 184 |
| 2020 | 110 |
| 2021 | 103 |
| 2022 | 67 |
| 2023 | 31 |
| 2024 | 145 |
| 2025 | 61 |
| 2026 | 22 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.
62% of complaints: service brakes — 90 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hydraulic.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
I am requesting NHTSA assistance regarding a serious and recurring braking safety concern involving our BMW X5. We initially reported braking problems to BMW and brought the vehicle to the dealership for evaluation.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260822
39% of complaints: electronic stability control (esc) — 56 distinct reports on file.
CRASH17% of complaints: electrical system — 25 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing software.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
The contact owns a 2024 BMW X5. The contact purchased a separate safety package through BMW known as the parking assistance package.
NHTSA ODI report, 20230918
I am writing to formally document serious and recurring safety concerns with my Certified Pre-Owned 2024 BMW X5e, which I purchased from BMW of Sterling on XXX.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260910
I purchased my 2024 BMW X5 new at BMW Alexandria, Virginia itâs have approximately 34,000 miles . I have taken X5 into dealer warranty repairs regarding malfunction emergency call system since May 2026.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260714
11% of complaints: power train — 16 distinct reports on file.
11% of complaints: forward collision avoidance — 16 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing automatic emergency braking and warnings.
CRASH INJURYSAFETY TIMELINE
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.
Remedy: 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.
Campaign 23V471000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
Remedy: 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.
Campaign 23V622000 — check if this car was fixed
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2024 X5 sDrive40i, X5 xDrive40i and X7 xDrive40i vehicles.
Remedy: 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.
Campaign 24V138000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
Remedy: 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.
Campaign 24V104000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
Remedy: 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.
Campaign 24V327000 — check if this car was fixed
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...
Remedy: 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.
Campaign 24V697000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
Remedy: 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.
Campaign 24V739000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
Remedy: 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.
Campaign 26V422000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2024 BMW X5 — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (90 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electronic stability control (esc) issues (56 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (25 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 26V422000 (electronic stability control (esc), service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
- Verify recall 23V471000 (air bags) has been completed.
- Verify recall 23V622000 (air bags) has been completed.
- Verify recall 24V138000 (air bags, structure) has been completed.
- Verify recall 24V104000 (electronic stability control (esc), service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
- Verify recall 24V327000 (equipment) has been completed.
- Verify recall 24V697000 (electronic stability control (esc), service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
- Verify recall 24V739000 (electronic stability control (esc), service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2024 BMW X5 reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2024 BMW X5 is rated "worse than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2024 BMW X5?
The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 62% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2024 BMW X5 have?
8 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.