2023 BMW X4 recalls

2 safety recalls, 8 owner complaints. Official NHTSA data.

2Recalls
8Complaints
3Crashes & fires reported
N/ANHTSA overall rating

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2023 BMW X4 recall list

Electrical System recall

26V-056
January 31, 2026 · BMW of North America, LLC
Problem
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Toyota Supra, 2022-2023 2 Series Coupe, 2021-2024 5 Series (xDrive), 2021-2022 Z4, 2022-2024 4 Series (Gran Coupe), 2021-2024 4 Series (Convertible and xDrive Convertible), 2021-2023 4 Series (Coupe), 2021-2024 3 Series, 2021-2023 X4, 2021-2024 X3 vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of all models. The engine starter may overheat and catch fire due to wear on an internal component.
Safety risk
Fire increases the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the engine starter, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 21, 2026. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning March 24, 2026.

Power Train recall

23V-821
December 6, 2023 · BMW of North America, LLC
Problem
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.
Safety risk
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.
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.

2023 BMW X4 owner complaints

8 complaints filed with NHTSA, including 2 crashes, 1 fire, 1 injury and 0 deaths.

Problems by component

Service Brakes2
Forward Collision Avoidance2
Power Train1
Engine and Engine Cooling1
Unknown or Other1
Visibility/Wiper1
Electrical System1
Air Bags1
Vehicle Speed Control1

Recent complaints

September 30, 2026Power Train

The contact owns a 2023 BMW X4. The contact stated that while driving 10 MPH, the transmission independently shifted into park(P) and then into reverse(R). The vehicle was restarted and the contact continued driving. The local dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 20,214.

July 13, 2026Engine and Engine CoolingFire

The contact owns a 2023 BMW X4. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V438000 (Engine and Engine Cooling). The contact stated that while idling at a stoplight, the vehicle caught on fire. The driver was able to exit the vehicle safely. There were no reported injuries. A Police and Fire Department report was filed. The Fire Department was able to extinguish the fire. The vehicle was towed to an auto body shop. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The insurance company was contacted. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 42,000.

June 3, 2026Unknown or Other

I have a [XXX] child who is in a car seat, fully locked in. He is able to open the door handle from the inside. The door handle is in arms reach. Totally unsafe, the child can open the door with the car in motion. It has happened numerous times. My sister has the same car with a [XXX] old, being able to do the same thing. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

April 22, 2026Visibility/Wiper

Windshield crack around heating elements and rearview mirror mount. There 3 cracks that extend to top of windshield to a horizontal crack. These look like one hook, J and a staightline that forms right angle to the one about a foot long behind readview mirror mount. There are no rocks chips evident. This occurred in a time span of 80 minutes. I actually heard the popping or cracking like when a plastic bottle air is restricted during elevation climb or desent but did not know what it was. Elevant was about 12,000 feet.

August 1, 2025Electrical System

Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2023 BMW X4. The contact stated that while attempting to register the vehicle, it was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a dealer sale. At the time of purchase, the vehicle mileage was 52,000 and at the time of registration, it was discovered that the mileage was 90,000. The State of Mississippi advised the contact to reach out to the State of Tennessee for assistance.

2023 BMW X4 crash test ratings

VersionOverallFrontalSideRollover
2023 BMW X4 SUV AWDNot ratedNot ratedNot ratedNot rated

Driver aids on the tested 2023 BMW X4: electronic stability control standard, forward collision warning no, lane departure warning no.

2023 BMW X4 recall FAQ

Does the 2023 BMW X4 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2023 BMW X4. The most recent, filed January 31, 2026, concerns the electrical system.

What are the most common 2023 BMW X4 problems?

Owners have filed 8 complaints with NHTSA. The most reported area is service brakes (2 reports), followed by forward collision avoidance.

Is the 2023 BMW X4 safe?

NHTSA has not published an overall crash test rating for the 2023 BMW X4.

How do I get a recall fixed on my 2023 BMW X4?

Contact any authorized BMW dealer. Recall repairs are free, even if you are not the original owner or the warranty has expired.