NHTSA Data Explorer

BMW X7

Data refreshed October 26, 2026

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Complaints

306

Active records

Recalls

31

Active records

TSBs

660

Active records

Filing history

Monthly totals over the last 20 years. Click a legend item to show or hide that series.

Reported severity

Based on consumer complaints filed since 2000. Recalls and TSBs do not include severity data.

Deaths

0

Injuries

5

Crashes

9

Fires

6

Top reported issues — BMW X7

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Operating state

101

Condition issue

71

Driver assistance issue

52

Reporting mechanism

47

Braking behavior

44

Engine behavior

22

Vibration/harshness

19

Fluid issue

18

Infotainment behavior

18

Performance issue

18

Starting behavior

18

Thermal issue

18

Safety restraint issue

15

Steering behavior

15

Noise

14

Electrical issue

12

Access/entry issue

11

Transmission/drivetrain behavior

8

Powering on/off behavior

7

Communication/network issue

6

Lighting behavior

5

Ride/handling behavior

5

Smell

4

Safety restraint behavior

3

HVAC behavior

2

Recent change

2

Wiper/washer behavior

2

Charging behavior

1

Electrified system issue

1

Recent filings

The 10 most recent filings for each type.

2020 BMW X7

Filed Oct 22, 2026


Front differential failed at ~79,000 miles. Regular service intervals and BMW specific oil were followed throughout the life of the vehicle. The pinion bearing began to wear prematurely which resulted in gear damage on a ring/pinion from metallic fragment introduction into the compartment.

2020 BMW X7

Filed Oct 14, 2026


The vehicle suffered a complete premature failure of the factory aluminum A/C evaporator core due to internal corrosion. This is a known, widespread issue on BMW G-chassis vehicles. The failure causes pressurized R-1234yf chemical refrigerant and atomized PAG compressor oil to leak directly into the passenger cabin ventilation stream, creating a health hazard from chemical fumes. Additionally, the complete loss of climate control dehumidification causes immediate, severe windshield fogging…

2019 BMW X7

Filed Oct 11, 2026


BMW USA has issued 2 separate Recalls for the same issue involving component Electrical System Starter Assembly. Recall Notice 24V576 was issued in September 2024 and Recall Notice 25V644 was issued in September 2025. I purchased the vehicle from BMW of Carlsbad in September 2024 as a pre-owned thus did not receive any Recall Notice in 2024. However, as of October 2nd, 2026 my vehicle has failed to start completely possibly due to the starter since the battery and all other electronics and…

2021 BMW X7

Filed Sep 30, 2026


The contact owns a 2021 BMW X7. The contact stated that while driving 40 MPH, there was an abnormal sound coming from underneath the front of the vehicle. The contact referenced an unknown recall; however, the VIN was not associated with a recall for the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 80,000.

2025 BMW X7

Filed Sep 28, 2026


Airbag/SRS malfunction warning illuminated. Dealer found liquid and condensation on the airbag control module. Diagnostic codes show short-circuits in the left and right head airbag circuits plus an internal fault in the control module. BMW denied warranty coverage as 'outside influence' without providing technical evidence. Concern: airbags may not deploy in a crash.

2020 BMW X7

Filed Sep 22, 2026


2020 bmw x7 with 34k miles 1 driver, front suspension control arm leaking causing clunk and un even steering / braking feel due to premature leaking of the hydraulic fluid do to a design flaw. As a 40 Honda master tech and 30yr dealer principal I cant believe bmw will not warranty this defect or up grade the part as it seems its still used today and thousands have complained about the issue not even to mention the car is 95k new totally unexceptable. Thank you, [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED…

2020 BMW X7

Filed Sep 21, 2026


Approximately 67,000 miles, my 2020 BMW X7 XDrive 40i began falsely indicating that the driver's door was open even though the door was securely closed. While the vehicle was in drive and moving, the false door open signal caused the vehicle to automatically shift into park and abruptly react. This caused a serious risk of an unexpected stop and loss of vehicle control. BMW Fairfax inspected the vehicle and verified that it indicated the driver's door was open and shifted or attempted to shift…

2021 BMW X7

Filed Sep 13, 2026


Both factory key fobs simultaneously ceased being recognized for vehicle starting. The vehicle instructed me to hold the key against the emergency key-recognition point on the steering column, but that backup procedure also failed and the vehicle could not be started. A BMW Digital Key Card, which is not something drivers are expected to carry with them at all times and was kept in a drawer at my home, happened to start the vehicle. The BMW dealer subsequently diagnosed/repaired the condition…

2023 BMW X7

Filed Sep 10, 2026


I am requesting that BMW North America open a formal Customer Relations case regarding a front differential failure on my 2023 BMW X7 M60i. At approximately 60,000 miles, I began experiencing a whining/howling noise that increased with vehicle speed, along with a metallic grinding noise from the front drivetrain area. The vehicle was subsequently diagnosed, and during the diagnostic process the front differential fluid was drained and inspected. A significant amount of metal shavings and…

2021 BMW X7

Filed Sep 8, 2026


The IP Cluster that shows details on the speed the vehicle is traveling at, gas left, mileage left etc. were left inaccessible when the Instrument Panel cluster on the BMW X7 blanked out. Big Safety concern when the vehicle is unable to display travelling speed mid-drive

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Updated October 26, 2026. Refreshed nightly.