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2025 BMW 7 Series Problems, Recalls & Complaints

NHTSA recall campaigns and owner complaints for the 2025 BMW 7 Series, and what to keep if your vehicle keeps going back to the shop.

Written by Amir Guerami, Attorney· Last reviewed

Recall campaigns

3

NHTSA owner complaints as of November 6, 2026, from NHTSA's complaint data files.

2

Data last refreshed (Eastern time)

November 6, 2026

NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for the 2025 7 Series and 2 owner complaints; the most-reported component in owner complaints is visibility/wiper, with 1 report.

Counts come from NHTSA records for this model year and refresh daily. Complaints are unverified owner reports; one complaint can name more than one component.

Top Reported Problems

Owner complaints grouped by NHTSA component (top 3). Linked components open a page comparing models for that problem.

  1. VISIBILITY/WIPER1
  2. FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING1

2025 7 Series Recall Records

Campaigns can apply only to specific configurations and production dates. Confirm whether your VIN is affected with NHTSA or the manufacturer.

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:ELECTRIC:CONTROL MODULE | ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) · 26V422000

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.

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. 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.

ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC):CONTROL MODULE | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE · 24V697000

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.

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.

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:ELECTRIC:CONTROL MODULE | ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) · 24V104000

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.

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.

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2025 7 Series Service Bulletins

A service bulletin is a manufacturer's repair instruction to dealers. It is not a recall and does not by itself establish a defect or a claim.

Manufacturer communications filed with NHTSA for this model year, newest first. A bulletin may apply only to certain configurations. Source data refreshes daily.

NumberDateComponentSummaryNHTSA record
B121226Oct 10, 2026ENGINE, ELECTRICAL SYSTEMDue to an implementation error in various OBD diagnostics in the vehicle's control units, in very rare cases itmay happen that stored fault memory codes (DTCs) and the MIL (warn…11038938
B511125Sep 21, 2026STRUCTURE:BODYWhen pulling on the hood (highlighted inorange in the top photo) release lever (highlighted in orange in the bottomphoto; driver’s footwell shown ) , there is anoticeable lack…11037508
B611826Sep 17, 2026ELECTRICAL SYSTEMDue to unfavorable software, the Storage Management Electronics (SME) will not show fault codes that trigger the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) when performing ISTA Service Fu…11037531
B631123Sep 10, 2026EXTERIOR LIGHTINGMoisture, condensation, and/or fogging are visible in one or both Daytime Running Lights (DRL) upper headlight assemblies.11037533
B320526Aug 20, 2026STEERING“Cracking” noise might be heard when turning the steering wheel from lock to lock. See attached video V3202 26 EPS noise.11036379
B110326Aug 12, 2026ENGINEThis Service Bulletin provides instructions to clean the intake valves using the BMW Carbon Blaster Tool P/N 81 29 2 208 034 and the S68T / XB1T Kit P/N 83 30 5 BAD 3D5. Refer t…11036376
B110326Jul 16, 2026ENGINEThis Service Bulletin provides instructions to clean the intake valves using the BMW Carbon Blaster Tool11035392
B170126Jul 10, 2026ENGINEThe coolant vent lines of the low-temperature circuit are designed to remove air bubbles from the system toensure optimal cooling performance. Internal quality inspections have…11035398
B120326Jul 10, 2026ENGINEDue to an implementation error in various OBD diagnostics in the vehicle's control units, in very rare cases itmay happen that stored fault memory codes (DTCs) and the MIL (warn…11035396
B610126Jun 11, 2026ELECTRICAL SYSTEMDuring vehicle start-up the Secure Element (SE) of the BCP may fail causing communication errors. TheCheck Control message “Drive carefully. Driving stabilisation.” will app…11034462
B651426Jun 4, 2026ELECTRICAL SYSTEMThe vehicle may experience various operational issues with Apple CarPlay Projected Modes such as: Dropped connections No automatic reconnection Display errors11034467
B310626May 22, 2026SUSPENSIONNoises from the front axle when driving over rough road surfaces, or when turning.11033032
B320326Apr 23, 2026STEERING“Groaning” noise from the EPS when the steering wheel is at the end stops.11031564
B310426Apr 23, 2026STEERINGSITUATION When turning the steering wheel fully to the steering end stops, a ”groaning” noise can be perceived at the respective steering stop. The noise occurs at higher am…11031562
B310324Apr 8, 2026SUSPENSIONWhen rolling forward or backwards with the steering at full lock (left or right) without the brake applied, a “groan”-type noise may be heard from the front axle. The noise…11031573
B610526Mar 20, 2026VISIBILITY/WIPERCustomers might report that washer fluid is leaking from the lower reservoir area, especially around thewasher fluid pumps.11030307
B120326Mar 19, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHER, ENGINEPROGRAM CONTROL UNITS (OBD)11030305
B650826Mar 16, 2026ELECTRICAL SYSTEMAfter the software update to version …25-07-5XX, existing activation points for the “Automate My Habits”function no longer work.11030312
B120326Mar 11, 2026ELECTRICAL SYSTEMBMW AG is conducting Voluntary Emissions Recall (effective March 11, 2026) on certain Model Year 2023 -2026 BMW vehicles that were produced between January 14, 2022, and Septemb…11030061
B610326Mar 5, 2026ELECTRICAL SYSTEMSeveral complaints are possible: Vehicle does not start Gear cannot be engaged Various Check Control Messages Malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) on Several Check Control messages…11030054
All 2025 7 Series records at NHTSA

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