2025 BMW X5
This year had at least 30% fewer 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.
48% of complaints: service brakes — 29 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hydraulic.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
Driving home on a two lane road that is joined by a side road at a 45degree angle. A woman ran the stop sign and suddenly appeared on my road right in front about 40-50 feet away.
NHTSA ODI report, 20250703
30% of complaints: electronic stability control (esc) — 18 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
The contact owns a 2025 BMW X5. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V104000(Electronic Stability Control(ESC), Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available.
NHTSA ODI report, 20241106
Also filed under SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
16% of complaints: forward collision avoidance — 10 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing automatic emergency braking and warnings.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
Our 2025 BMW X5 50e was involved in an accident while slowly pulling into a parking spot at Bryce Canyon National Park in Utah.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260729
Also filed under BACK OVER PREVENTION and VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
13% of complaints: electrical system — 8 distinct reports on file.
11% of complaints: power train — 7 distinct reports on file.
SAFETY TIMELINE
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, 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.
Remedy: 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.
Campaign 24V345000 — 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 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
2025 BMW X5 — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (29 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electronic stability control (esc) issues (18 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for forward collision avoidance issues (10 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 26V422000 (electronic stability control (esc), service brakes, hydraulic) 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 24V345000 (seat belts) has been completed.
- Verify recall 24V697000 (electronic stability control (esc), service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2025 BMW X5 reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2025 BMW X5 is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2025 BMW X5?
The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 48% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2025 BMW X5 have?
5 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.