2023 BMW X5 recalls

4 safety recalls, 34 owner complaints and a 4-star NHTSA crash rating. Official NHTSA data.

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4Recalls
34Complaints
3Crashes & fires reported
4/5NHTSA overall rating

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2023 BMW X5 recall list

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.

Seats recall

23V-253
April 6, 2023 · BMW of North America, LLC
Problem
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."
Safety risk
A head restraint without a locking tab may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
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 recall

22V-942
December 19, 2022 · BMW of North America, LLC
Problem
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.
Safety risk
A loose driver's seat backrest may not properly restrain the occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
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 recall

22V-820
November 2, 2022 · BMW of North America, LLC
Problem
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.
Safety risk
An electrical short-circuit increases the risk of a fire.
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 BMW X5 owner complaints

34 complaints filed with NHTSA, including 3 crashes, 0 fires, 1 injury and 0 deaths.

Problems by component

Power Train9
Electrical System8
Unknown or Other8
Engine5
Structure4
Service Brakes3
Visibility2
Back Over Prevention2
Forward Collision Avoidance2
Air Bags1

Recent complaints

October 26, 2026Power Train

The vehicle suffered a sudden, catastrophic structural drivetrain failure while operating at low speed (under 10 mph) on a flat, paved surface while exiting a youth soccer complex parking lot. There was no outside influence due to the road or contact with any curb or obstacle prior to the incident, which has been explicitly confirmed by an authorized BMW dealership inspection. While leaving the complex, a mechanical pop was heard from the rear of the vehicle. The rear axle bolt cleanly sheared in half, causing the axle shaft to pull completely out of the rear differential housing, instantly destroying the wheel bearing, axle seal, and related hardware. The vehicle immediately lost all motive

September 28, 2026Power Train

The X5 transfer case has a defect that causes the vehicle to shudder when in reverse and at lower speeds. It can be felt sometimes at highway speeds, but is worse at low speeds. Our X5 has only 54,000 miles.

September 18, 2026Engine

Check Control : Add engine coolant. Risk of scalding. Engine coolant level low. Risk of engine damage. Add engine coolant as soon as possible. sign came up. When take the vehicle to the dealer shop for inspection, leak had occurred and sprayed the coolant to top of the hood as well as surrounding parts. Certain modern BMW models have a 7-year / 70,000-mile extended warranty specifically covering the Heat Management Module, however my car is not included. My current mileage is at 56,000 miles.

August 10, 2026Engine

2023 BMW X5 had a defective water pump replaced under warranty at 27,585 miles on 9/12/2024. Today 8/10/2026 at 52,907 miles the water pump again needs to be replaced. BMW has had water pump recalls in the past for similar years of x5 SUV, but our VIN is not included in the current recalls. Photographs of the recalled water pumps look exactly like our pictures. I believe the recall should be expanded to include additional BMW models/VIN ranges.

July 29, 2026Electrical System

A manufacturer defect caused connector pin corrosion and thus the head unit dash stopped working completely and needs to be replaced. The head unit is what the back up camera comes through causing safety concern. It is no longer under warranty because of the miles, otherwise yearwise it would be. BMW won’t provide any good will assistance. This happened in 2026 on a 2023 model year. It has been brought to a bmw service center with a quote of over 6k to fix. No warning symptoms.

2023 BMW X5 crash test ratings

VersionOverallFrontalSideRollover
2023 BMW X5 SUV AWD★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★
2023 BMW X5 SUV RWDNot rated★★★★★★★★★★Not rated

Driver aids on the tested 2023 BMW X5: electronic stability control standard, forward collision warning no, lane departure warning no. Rollover risk: 15.9%.

2023 BMW X5 recall FAQ

Does the 2023 BMW X5 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2023 BMW X5. The most recent, filed December 6, 2023, concerns the power train.

What are the most common 2023 BMW X5 problems?

Owners have filed 34 complaints with NHTSA. The most reported area is power train (9 reports), followed by electrical system.

Is the 2023 BMW X5 safe?

The 2023 BMW X5 earned up to a 4-star overall safety rating in NHTSA’s New Car Assessment Program crash tests.

How do I get a recall fixed on my 2023 BMW X5?

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