2023 BMW X5 Problems, Recalls & Complaints
NHTSA recall campaigns and owner complaints for the 2023 BMW X5, and what to keep if your vehicle keeps going back to the shop.
Recall campaigns
4
NHTSA owner complaints as of November 6, 2026, from NHTSA's complaint data files.
34
Data last refreshed (Eastern time)
November 6, 2026
NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for the 2023 X5 and 34 owner complaints; the most-reported component in owner complaints is power train, with 9 reports.
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 8). Linked components open a page comparing models for that problem.
- UNKNOWN OR OTHER8
- ENGINE5
- STRUCTURE:BODY4
- SERVICE BRAKES3
- SUSPENSION1
- FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM1
2023 X5 Recall Records
Campaigns can apply only to specific configurations and production dates. Confirm whether your VIN is affected with NHTSA or the manufacturer.
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM) · 23V821000
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.
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.
SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY:HEAD RESTRAINT · 23V253000
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."
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.
SEATS:CRITICAL FASTENERS · 22V942000
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.
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.
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD · 22V820000
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.
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.
2023 X5 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.
| Number | Date | Component | Summary | NHTSA record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| B121226 | Oct 10, 2026 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE | Due 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 |
| B110723 | Aug 26, 2026 | ENGINE | The return springs on the exhaust camshaft followers (switchable rocker arm) may break. | 11036377 |
| B510726 | Jul 10, 2026 | STRUCTURE:BODY | In the affected vehicles, an incorrect screwlocking device (circled) may have been usedfor the mounting bolts of the door latch locks. | 11035400 |
| B120326 | Jul 10, 2026 | ENGINE | Due 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 |
| B010324 | Jun 29, 2026 | ENGINE | The EVAP systems purge (vent) valve limited warranty for defects in materials and / or workmanship has been extended to 15 years / 150,000 miles as determined from the original… | 11035497 |
| B120626 | Jun 11, 2026 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | In these vehicles with an S68 engine, an incorrect diagnosis of the Valvetronic (VVT) may occur. Undercertain operating conditions, the software may detect a short-circuit in th… | 11034450 |
| B652724 | May 19, 2026 | AIR BAGS | A check control message (CCM) for the restraint system (Air bag) appears. In the instrument cluster, the redair bag warning light lights up permanently. One of the following fau… | 11033033 |
| B120626 | May 11, 2026 | ENGINE | DELIVERY STOP: VARIABLE VALVE TIMING | 11033035 |
| B010324 | May 6, 2026 | ENGINE | The EVAP systems purge (vent) valve limited warranty for defects in materials or workmanship has been extended to 15 years / 150,000 miles as determined from the original in-ser… | 11032731 |
| B652025 | May 5, 2026 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | After replacing the Multifunctional Display (MFD), the Central Information Display (CID) is black. The backlight of the CID is illuminated, and touch function does register an a… | 11032744 |
| B641224 | May 4, 2026 | STRUCTURE:BODY | 1. Use of aftermarket accessory hang-on cellular phone holders and/or air fresheners can break the instrument panel air vent slats. Damage and/or issues caused by outside influe… | 11032743 |
| B640320 | May 4, 2026 | STRUCTURE:BODY | The center console and front cup holder get noticeably too warm to the touch on long journeys with the interior "Heating on". | 11032741 |
| B120326 | Mar 11, 2026 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | BMW 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 |
| B652724 | Nov 25, 2025 | AIR BAGS | A check control message (CCM) for the restraint system (Air bag) appears. In the instrument cluster, the redair bag warning light lights up permanently. One of the following fau… | 11025835 |
| B120224 | Oct 31, 2025 | ENGINE | RSU availability. VOLUNTARY EMISSIONS RECALL 24E-A02: VALVETRONIC | 11024709 |
| B330325 | Sep 3, 2025 | POWER TRAIN | The rear right driven half-shaft (aka output shaft/driven shaft) may not have been manufactured correctly during production and may break. In the event of a failure, there could… | 11023120 |
| B630625 | Aug 26, 2025 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | The headliner light partially/does not illuminate. | 11022360 |
| B510424 | Aug 20, 2025 | STRUCTURE:BODY | While driving on rough/uneven roads, a buzzing sound can be heard from the upper tailgate interior trim panel. | 11022104 |
| B120725 | Jul 17, 2025 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE | A quality check revealed that the DME in these vehicles has a programming error. This results in a deviation of the fuel-air mixture in the internal combustion engine. | 11020933 |
| B120725 | Jun 13, 2025 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | A quality check revealed that the DME in these vehicles has a programming error. This results in a deviation of the fuel-air mixture in the internal combustion engine. | 11019556 |
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