2025 BMW X5 recalls and problems
The 2025 BMW X5 has 5 safety recalls and 63 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any BMW dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2025 BMW X5 vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2025 BMW X5 recalls
Recall 26V-422: Service Brakes, Hydraulic, Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
Problem: 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. The integrated brake (IB) system may malfunction and result in a loss of power brake assist or cause the Antilock Brake (ABS) and Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) systems to not function properly.
Risk: A loss of power brake assist can extend the distance required to stop the vehicle. Additionally, malfunctioning ABS and/or DSC systems can cause a loss of vehicle control. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: 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. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or Rolls-Royce customer service at 1-877-877-3735. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning August 21, 2026. Vehicles previously repaired under recall 24V739 or 24V104 will need to have the new remedy completed.
Recall 24V-697: Electronic Stability Control (ESC), Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Problem: 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 Hardtop 2 Door (Cooper, Cooper S) vehicles. Please refer to the recall report for the complete list of models. The welds in the servomotor of the integrated brake control module may break, causing a loss of power brake assist and rear brake function. In addition, the Antilock Brake System (ABS) and Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) system may not function.
Risk: A loss of brake power assist or rear brake function can result in extended stopping distance. A loss of ABS or DSC can cause a loss of vehicle handling and control. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: 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.
Recall 24V-345: Seat Belts
Problem: 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. The seat belt system may inaccurately detect that passengers are belted, preventing the seat belt warning light from illuminating and possibly causing the supplemental restraint system to not deploy as intended during a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Risk: A seat belt warning light that does not alert occupants of an unbelted seat belt or an SRS system that deploys improperly can both increase the risk of injury in a crash.
Fix: 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.
Recall 24V-327: Equipment
Problem: 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. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
Risk: Incorrect tire information can allow an incorrectly sized tire to be installed or result in improperly inflated tires, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: 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.
Recall 24V-104: Electronic Stability Control (ESC), Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Problem: 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. The integrated brake (IB) system may malfunction and result in a loss of power brake assist or cause the Antilock Brake (ABS) and Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) systems to not function properly.
Risk: A loss of power brake assist can extend the distance required to stop the vehicle. Additionally, malfunctioning ABS and/or DSC systems can cause a loss of vehicle control. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: 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.
2025 BMW X5 problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Electronic Stability Control (ESC) | 18 | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 17 | |
| Service Brakes | 13 | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 11 | |
| Electrical System | 8 | |
| Power Train | 7 | |
| Unknown or Other | 5 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 5 | |
| Back Over Prevention | 5 | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 4 | |
| Steering | 4 | |
| Engine | 3 |
Most reported parts
- Forward Collision Avoidance › Warnings — 5
- Forward Collision Avoidance › Automatic Emergency Braking — 5
- Back Over Prevention › Rearview System Braking — 2
- Back Over Prevention › Warnings — 2
- Lane Departure › Blind Spot Detection — 1
- Lane Departure › Lane Keep › Steering Assist — 1
- Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine › Engine Control Module (Ecu/Ecm) — 1
- Steering › Column — 1
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 2,000 miles (median of owner reports).
Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.
Recent 2025 BMW X5 complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Other BMW X5 years
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2025 BMW X5 have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 5 recalls for the 2025 BMW X5: 26V-422 (service brakes, hydraulic, electronic stability control (esc)), 24V-697 (electronic stability control (esc), service brakes, hydraulic), 24V-345 (seat belts), 24V-327 (equipment), 24V-104 (electronic stability control (esc), service brakes, hydraulic). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What is the most common problem with the 2025 BMW X5?
Owners report electronic stability control (esc) problems most often (18 reports), followed by service brakes, hydraulic (17). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 2,000 miles.
Are BMW recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized BMW dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.