2024 Bmw X5
Problems, Recalls & Reliability Report
Quick Summary
The 2024 Bmw X5 has 245 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — that's 3.1x the segment average of 80. The most common issue is brakes problems (36% of all complaints), specifically: the contact owns a 2024 bmw x5. the contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle made abnormal sounds while accelerating. additionally, while the transmission was in reverse (r), the brake pedal was depressed, but the vehicle failed to stop immediately. an unknown warning l. ⚠️ 1 fire report filed.
245
Total Complaints
0
Recalls Issued
—/5
Safety Stars
3.1x
vs Segment Avg
Known Problems
BRAKES
89 complaints- • The contact owns a 2024 BMW X5. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle made abnormal sounds while accelerating. Additionally, while the transmission was in reverse (R), the brake pedal was depressed, but the vehicle failed to stop immediately. An unknown warning l
- • The contact owns a 2024 BMW X5. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V104000 (Electronic Stability Control (ESC), Service Brakes) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of tim
- • No incident. However, I do want to highlight the fact that even after almost 4 months BMW has no remedy for my VIN number for this recall: NHTSA Recall Number 24V104. I am hoping that NHTSA can put more pressure on BMW to expedite remedy of this recall.
“The contact owns a 2024 BMW X5. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle made abnormal sounds while accelerating. Additionally, while the transmission was in reverse (R), the brake pedal was depressed, but the vehicle failed to stop immediately. An unknown warning l”
— NHTSA complaint filing
ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS
56 complaints- • The contact owns a 2024 BMW X5. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle made abnormal sounds while accelerating. Additionally, while the transmission was in reverse (R), the brake pedal was depressed, but the vehicle failed to stop immediately. An unknown warning l
- • The contact owns a 2024 BMW X5. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V104000 (Electronic Stability Control (ESC), Service Brakes) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of tim
- • The contact owns a 2024 BMW X5. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number 24V104000 (Electronic Stability Control (ESC), Service Brakes) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exce
“The contact owns a 2024 BMW X5. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle made abnormal sounds while accelerating. Additionally, while the transmission was in reverse (R), the brake pedal was depressed, but the vehicle failed to stop immediately. An unknown warning l”
— NHTSA complaint filing
ELECTRICAL
22 complaints- • BMW of North America is hiding problems with brand new vehicles. Their German website returns at least 2 recall codes for my car and the US website states there are none, yet my car has been in the service department just days after taking delivery until now which is a month later with no repair or
- • The contact owns a 2024 BMW X5. The contact purchased a separate safety package through BMW known as the parking assistance package. The parking assist feature would show the driver the vehicle's intended reverse path on the display screen, the feature then puts the vehicle into the best starting po
- • Purchased a new 2024 BMW xDRIVE 50e on 9/23/2024, then on 9/28/2023 X5 50e did not start due to Drivetrain Malfunction and had to be flat towed to dealer. Its been 108 days (1/16/2024) since X5 has been in for repairs due to BMU (Battery Management Unit). With a new part from Germany, Service Depart
“BMW of North America is hiding problems with brand new vehicles. Their German website returns at least 2 recall codes for my car and the US website states there are none, yet my car has been in the service department just days after taking delivery until now which is a month later with no repair or ”
— NHTSA complaint filing
DRIVER ASSIST/CAMERAS
22 complaints- • We purchased the car June 3rd 2023. Since purchase the car has given a Check engine light over6 times and the Expansion Valves have been replaced. It has spend 50+ days in service since purchase. On 1/26/24 the High Voltage system light cam eon and the car is back for repairs for 7 days and still no
- • We purchased the car June 3rd 2023. Since purchase the car has given a Check engine light over6 times and the Expansion Valves have been replaced. It has spend 50+ days in service since purchase. On 1/26/24 the High Voltage system light cam eon and the car is back for repairs for 7 days and still no
- • This recall was issued Feb.21 2024, to this date BMW has not fixed the problem. Called them, and they were unwilling to commit to anything. All they said was to wait for the fix. As it stands, the vehicle is unsafe to drive, it CANNOT BE SOLD OR TRADED. I would either like them to conduct a BUYBACK
“We purchased the car June 3rd 2023. Since purchase the car has given a Check engine light over6 times and the Expansion Valves have been replaced. It has spend 50+ days in service since purchase. On 1/26/24 the High Voltage system light cam eon and the car is back for repairs for 7 days and still no”
— NHTSA complaint filing
TRANSMISSION
15 complaints- • We are 900 miles from home driving on the interstate, and received an error message saying that there was a drive train malfunction and we had to stop the car immediately. We were in the middle of nowhere, but able to pull over and turn the car off, and contacted roadside assistance. We were unable
- • Drivetrain malfunction error that disabled the vehicle. Software update done by dealer, but dealer is unsure if that is the repair. Many other owners of the 50e are having issues. All are related to the high voltage battery system. Car will not operate when error occurs. BMW has refused to publish
- • Powertrain high voltage error. Check engine light. The car has been to the dealership twice.
“We are 900 miles from home driving on the interstate, and received an error message saying that there was a drive train malfunction and we had to stop the car immediately. We were in the middle of nowhere, but able to pull over and turn the car off, and contacted roadside assistance. We were unable ”
— NHTSA complaint filing
Estimated Repair Costs
Estimates based on average reported repair costs. Actual costs vary by location, shop, and severity.
🔍 Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist
Based on 245 owner complaints for this specific year, here's what to check or ask about:
- ☐BRAKES: The contact owns a 2024 BMW X5. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle made abnormal sounds while accelerating. Additionally, while the transmission was in reverse (R), the brake pedal was depressed, but the vehicle failed to stop immediately. An unknown warning l
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
- ☐ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS: The contact owns a 2024 BMW X5. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle made abnormal sounds while accelerating. Additionally, while the transmission was in reverse (R), the brake pedal was depressed, but the vehicle failed to stop immediately. An unknown warning l
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
- ☐ELECTRICAL: BMW of North America is hiding problems with brand new vehicles. Their German website returns at least 2 recall codes for my car and the US website states there are none, yet my car has been in the service department just days after taking delivery until now which is a month later with no repair or
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
- ☐DRIVER ASSIST/CAMERAS: We purchased the car June 3rd 2023. Since purchase the car has given a Check engine light over6 times and the Expansion Valves have been replaced. It has spend 50+ days in service since purchase. On 1/26/24 the High Voltage system light cam eon and the car is back for repairs for 7 days and still no
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
- ☐General: Get a pre-purchase inspection from an independent mechanic ($100-$200)
Bmw X5 — Year Comparison
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NHTSA Safety Rating
No NHTSA safety rating available
At a Glance
- Complaints
- 245
- Recalls
- 0
- Fire reports
- 1
- Crash reports
- 10
- Injury reports
- 2
- Segment avg
- 80
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