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2023 BMW X5

4 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 #23V821000 Plain English
Component

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)

Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
Your vehicle's transmission control module, which helps the automatic transmission work properly, might have a problem with its cover. The cover might not have been made correctly, which could cause oil to leak into the module.
Risk if Unfixed
If oil leaks into the control unit, it can cause the transmission gears to seize, leading to a sudden loss of power and potentially increasing the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
You can have the transmission mechatronics module and fluid replaced for free at a dealership. You'll receive a letter with instructions, but you can also contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 for more information.
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Original — What Happened
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.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
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.
Original — Remedy
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.
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Moderate #22V820000 Plain English
Component

VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD

Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
Your vehicle's windshield might not be properly attached, which could let water get inside and reach electrical parts that control important systems.
Risk if Unfixed
If water gets in and causes a short-circuit, it could lead to a fire in your vehicle.
Free Fix
We'll check the windshield seal, and if it needs it, we'll remove and reattach it with a new seal, all for free.
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Original — What Happened
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.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
An electrical short-circuit increases the risk of a fire.
Original — Remedy
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.
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Low Priority #23V253000 Plain English
Component

SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY:HEAD RESTRAINT

Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
Your vehicle has a potential issue with the head restraints in the second-row seats. They might not lock properly in a crash, which could lead to injury.
Risk if Unfixed
If you're in a crash and the head restraint doesn't lock, you could get hurt more easily.
Free Fix
We'll inspect and replace the head restraints for free at a dealership, and we'll let you know when it's time to come in. You can also call BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 for more information.
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Original — What Happened
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."
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A head restraint without a locking tab may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Original — Remedy
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.
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Low Priority #22V942000 Plain English
Component

SEATS:CRITICAL FASTENERS

Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
Your BMW X5's driver's seat backrest may have a bolt that wasn't installed correctly.
Risk if Unfixed
If the backrest is loose, it might not keep you safe in a crash, which could lead to injury.
Free Fix
Your local BMW dealership will inspect the seat and install a new bolt if needed, all for free. You'll get a letter with instructions in mid-February 2023.
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Original — What Happened
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.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A loose driver's seat backrest may not properly restrain the occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Original — Remedy
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.
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SEATS
2 recalls
POWER TRAIN
1 recall
VISIBILITY
1 recall

Other BMW X5 Years

2026
2 recalls
2025
4 recalls
2024
7 recalls
2022
1 recall
2021
12 recalls
2020
11 recalls
2019
13 recalls
2018
5 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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