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2018 BMW X5

5 recalls Most severe issue: Critical

All recalls are free to repair at your local dealership. Contact your dealer to schedule service.

Known Safety Recalls

Critical #24V608000 Plain English
Component

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:PUMP

Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
The water pump in your vehicle is a critical component that helps keep your engine cool. In certain models, a small electrical connector on the pump may not be sealed properly, which could let water in and cause a short circuit.
Risk if Unfixed
If the electrical connector shorts out, it could cause a fire, which is a serious risk to your safety and the safety of others on the road.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will inspect the water pump and plug connector, replace them if necessary, and add a protective shield to prevent future issues. This repair is free, and you should schedule it as soon as you get the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
BMW of North America, LLC. (BMW) is recalling certain 2012-2015 X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i, 2012-2016 Z4 sDrive28i, 528i, 528i xDrive, 328i, 328xi, 2016-2018 X5 xdrive 40e, 2014-2016 228i, 228xi, 428i, 428i xDrive, 328xi Gran Turismo, 2013-2017 X3 sDrive28i, X3 xDrive28i, 2015-2018 X4 xDrive28i, 2015-2016 428xi vehicles. An improperly sealed electrical connector on the water pump may be exposed to water and short circuit.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
An electrical short increases the risk of a fire.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the water pump and plug connector as necessary, and install a protective shield, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 28, 2025. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
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Critical #21V586000 Plain English
Component

FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
The high-pressure fuel pump in your vehicle is responsible for delivering diesel fuel to your engine. In certain models, this pump can fail without warning.
Risk if Unfixed
If the pump fails on the road, your engine could suddenly shut off, making it hard to control your vehicle and increasing the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your authorized BMW dealer will replace the faulty fuel pump with a new one at no cost to you. You should schedule the repair as soon as possible after receiving the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2014-2018 328d, 328d xDrive, X5 xDrive35d, 2014-2016 535d, 535d xDrive, 2015 740Ld xDrive, and 2015-2017 X3 xDrive28d vehicles. The high-pressure fuel pump may fail.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will replace the high-pressure fuel pump, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on January 14, 2022. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
View full recall details → Repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Find a dealer →
High Priority #18V439000 Plain English
Component

SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM

Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
Your vehicle's front lower-left control arm may have a weak pivot bolt that could break, affecting your car's handling.
Risk if Unfixed
If the control arm breaks, you could lose control of your vehicle, which could lead to a crash.
Free Fix
BMW will inspect and replace the control arm at no cost to you, and will contact you when it's time for the repair.
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Original — What Happened
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018 BMW X5 xDrive35i, X5 xDrive50i, X5 xDrive35d, and X6 sDrive35i vehicles. The pivot bolt on the front lower-left control arm may not have been properly hardened, which may cause the control arm to break.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
If the lower control arm breaks, vehicle handling and control can be affected, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the lower-left control arms and replace if necessary, free of charge. The recall began July 11, 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
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High Priority #17V727000 Plain English
Component

SUSPENSION

Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
Your vehicle's front suspension bolts may not have been properly tightened, which could cause problems with the suspension's performance.
Risk if Unfixed
If the bolts aren't tightened, it could lead to a crash, which could put you and others at risk.
Free Fix
BMW will contact you to schedule a free inspection and tightening of the bolts at a local dealership, and this service will be done at no cost to you.
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Original — What Happened
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018 BMW X5 SAV, X5 M SAV, X6 SAV, and X6 M SAV vehicles. Bolts that secure the front suspension may not have been properly tightened.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
Loose bolts can affect the performance of the suspension, thereby increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and tighten the wishbone suspension bolts, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin January 8, 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
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Moderate #18V652000 Plain English
Component

EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
Your vehicle's TurboCord Portable Charger has a potential electrical issue that could cause a shock or fire.
Risk if Unfixed
If this isn't fixed, you could get an electrical shock or a fire, which can cause serious injury or even death.
Free Fix
BMW will inspect and replace the charging cable with a new one, free of charge, and will notify you when to bring your vehicle in.
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Original — What Happened
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018 BMW 330e iPerformance, i3 Rex, i3 Sport Rex, X5 xDrive40e, i3 BEV, i3 Sport BEV and 2019 i8 and i8 Roadster vehicles and 2018-2019 530e iPerformance, 530e xDrive iPerformance and 740Le xDrive iPerformance vehicles. Capacitors within the TurboCord Portable Chargers may fail, possibly resulting in a shock hazard or a fire.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
An electrical shock or a fire can increase the risk of injury or death.
Original — Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the charging cable, and replace it if necessary, free of charge. The recall began February 22, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
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Browse by Component

SUSPENSION
2 recalls
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
1 recall
FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
1 recall
EQUIPMENT
1 recall

Other BMW X5 Years

2026
2 recalls
2025
4 recalls
2024
7 recalls
2023
4 recalls
2022
1 recall
2021
12 recalls
2020
11 recalls
2019
13 recalls
2017
6 recalls
2016
5 recalls
2015
6 recalls
2014
8 recalls
2013
6 recalls
2012
10 recalls
2011
14 recalls
2010
14 recalls
2009
12 recalls
2008
10 recalls
2007
8 recalls
2006
2 recalls
2005
3 recalls
2004
4 recalls
2003
3 recalls
2002
3 recalls
2001
12 recalls
2000
6 recalls

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