2026 BMW X5 recalls

2 safety recalls, 29 owner complaints and a 4-star NHTSA crash rating. Official NHTSA data.

2Recalls
29Complaints
3Crashes & fires reported
4/5NHTSA overall rating

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2026 BMW X5 recall list

Air Bags recall

25V-837
December 4, 2025 · BMW of North America, LLC
Problem
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2026 X6, X7, X5, and X5 Plug-In Hybrid vehicles. The instrument panel may have been manufactured incorrectly and prevent the passenger-side air bag from deploying properly.
Safety risk
An air bag that does not deploy properly can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the instrument panel trim, free of charge. The vehicles have not been sold from dealer inventory and therefore, no owner letters will be mailed. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on December 4, 2025.

Visibility recall

25V-556
August 27, 2025 · BMW of North America, LLC
Problem
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2026 X5 Plug-in Hybrid, X5, and X7 vehicles. The windshield may not be sealed properly, which can allow water to enter the power distribution box or electronic control unit.
Safety risk
Water inside electrical components can lead to electronic function failures, such as a loss of headlights, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, an electrical short-circuit may occur, increasing the risk of a fire while parked or driving.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the windshield seal. If any leaks are detected, the seal will be repaired and vehicle control units and wiring will be replaced as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 3, 2025. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

2026 BMW X5 owner complaints

29 complaints filed with NHTSA, including 3 crashes, 0 fires, 9 injuries and 0 deaths.

Problems by component

Electrical System10
Unknown or Other6
Structure4
Vehicle Speed Control4
Back Over Prevention4
Power Train4
Engine3
Fuel/Propulsion System2
Forward Collision Avoidance2
Service Brakes2

Recent complaints

October 28, 2026Structure

on 3 occasions the corner of the tailgate, while closing, struck the top of my head and did not retract. Very painful. The force was adequate to cause serious injury. I'm a physician. if I had been taking anticoagulant therapy (blood thinners) the impact was enough to potentially cause a bleed inside the brain. After the even I reproduced the even, allowing the corner of the gate to close on a flat bathroom scale. again it did not stop and forced the scale out of my hands, recording 30 pounds. did not retract. Took to the dealer and they said everything function normally. at the center of the gate, it retracted. however providing resistance at the corner, the gate didn't stop until considera

October 21, 2026Unknown or Other

An alert came on the screen suddenly when I tried to start the vehicle on oct 5 2026 saying there was a drivetrain malfunction it was unable to start and that there was possible high voltage and it needed service immediately. It required tow to bmw service center and as of Oct 6 2026 they say it requires a software update that does not yet exist.

October 14, 2026Unknown or Other

This is a brand new vehicle with fewer than 4000 miles on the odometer. The Panoramic Sunroof shattered without any foreign object or projectile being the cause of the explosive nature of the damage. No other marks anywhere on the car. It is clear that from the remaining broken glass left behind in the frame the panoramic roof was pushed up and not struck from above.

October 6, 2026Vehicle Speed Control

The contact owns a 2026 BMW X5. The contact stated that while stopped at a red light with the brake pedal depressed, the vehicle unexpectedly moved forward. Additionally, while the vehicle was parked and turned off, the vehicle unintendedly accelerated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer, where the failure was reproduced. The dealer acknowledged failure and provided the contact with a loaner vehicle. The dealer was awaiting guidance from an engineer regarding the failure and the repair. The manufacturer was contacted by phone and email. The approximate failure mileage was 4,800.

October 5, 2026Electrical SystemFuel/Propulsion System

Vehicle: 2026 BMW X5 xDrive50e (VIN: [your VIN], mileage at delivery: [X]) Shortly after taking delivery on [date] from Ferman BMW in Tampa, FL, I experienced an issue with the hybrid/EV operation: [describe exactly what happens — e.g., hybrid system warning light, loss of electric drive, unexpected behavior — be specific and factual]. I reported it immediately to the dealer and to BMW Customer Relations (case #[9344973]). The issue has not been resolved. I am concerned about [safety angle — e.g., sudden loss of propulsion power while driving]. BMW has not offered a repair or replacement vehicle — only a standard trade-in that would cost me approximately $18,000, which I declined.

2026 BMW X5 crash test ratings

VersionOverallFrontalSideRollover
2026 BMW X5 SUV N/A AWD★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★
2026 BMW X5 SUV N/A RWDNot ratedNot ratedNot ratedNot rated

Driver aids on the tested 2026 BMW X5: electronic stability control standard, forward collision warning no, lane departure warning no. Rollover risk: 15.9%.

2026 BMW X5 recall FAQ

Does the 2026 BMW X5 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2026 BMW X5. The most recent, filed December 4, 2025, concerns the air bags.

What are the most common 2026 BMW X5 problems?

Owners have filed 29 complaints with NHTSA. The most reported area is electrical system (10 reports), followed by unknown or other.

Is the 2026 BMW X5 safe?

The 2026 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 2026 BMW X5?

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