2024 BMW X7 — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
108
Owner Complaints
6
Recalls
26
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2024 BMW X7
The 2024 BMW X7 has received a total of 108 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 10 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:ELECTRIC:CONTROL MODULE, ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC), ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC):CONTROL MODULE. 26 technical service bulletins have been issued by BMW of North America, LLC for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Service Brakes (29 complaints), Electronic Stability Control Esc (22 complaints), and Service Brakes Hydraulic (14 complaints).
Recalls for the 2024 BMW X7
NHTSA has recorded 10 recalls for the 2024 BMW X7, potentially affecting up to 561,557 vehicles.
Recall 24V739000 — SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:ELECTRIC:CONTROL MODULE
| 11,579 vehicles affected
Defect: BMW of North America, LLC. (BMW) is recalling certain 2023-2024 X1, X5, X6, X7, XM, 530i, i5, 740i, 760i, i7, and 750e vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models and model years. The integrated brake (IB) system may malfunction and result in a loss of power brake assist or cause the Antilock Brake (ABS) and...
Consequence: A loss of power brake assist can extend the distance required to stop the vehicle. Additionally, malfunctioning ABS and/or DSC systems can cause a loss of vehicle control. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the integrated brake module, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters notifying owners of the safety risk are expected to be mailed November 22, 2024. Second letters will be mailed once the parts are available. Owners may...
View full details →Recall 24V739000 — ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
| 11,579 vehicles affected
Defect: BMW of North America, LLC. (BMW) is recalling certain 2023-2024 X1, X5, X6, X7, XM, 530i, i5, 740i, 760i, i7, and 750e vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models and model years. The integrated brake (IB) system may malfunction and result in a loss of power brake assist or cause the Antilock Brake (ABS) and...
Consequence: A loss of power brake assist can extend the distance required to stop the vehicle. Additionally, malfunctioning ABS and/or DSC systems can cause a loss of vehicle control. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the integrated brake module, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters notifying owners of the safety risk are expected to be mailed November 22, 2024. Second letters will be mailed once the parts are available. Owners may...
View full details →Recall 24V697000 — ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC):CONTROL MODULE
| 309 vehicles affected
Defect: BMW of North America (BMW) is recalling certain 2023-2024 X1, 2024-2025 X5, 2025 X6, 2023-2025 X7, 740i, 760i, 2024 XM, 530i, 540i, i7, 750e, X2, 2024-2025 i5, 2024 Rolls Royce Spectre, 2025 MINI Countryman S ALL4, JCW Countryman ALL4, and 2025 MINI Hardtop 2 Door (Cooper, Cooper S) vehicles. Please refer to the recall report for the complete list of...
Consequence: A loss of brake power assist or rear brake function can result in extended stopping distance. A loss of ABS or DSC can cause a loss of vehicle handling and control. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the integrated brake system, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 13, 2024. Owners can contact BMW Customer Service at 1-800-525-7417.
View full details →Recall 24V697000 — SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE
| 309 vehicles affected
Defect: BMW of North America (BMW) is recalling certain 2023-2024 X1, 2024-2025 X5, 2025 X6, 2023-2025 X7, 740i, 760i, 2024 XM, 530i, 540i, i7, 750e, X2, 2024-2025 i5, 2024 Rolls Royce Spectre, 2025 MINI Countryman S ALL4, JCW Countryman ALL4, and 2025 MINI Hardtop 2 Door (Cooper, Cooper S) vehicles. Please refer to the recall report for the complete list of...
Consequence: A loss of brake power assist or rear brake function can result in extended stopping distance. A loss of ABS or DSC can cause a loss of vehicle handling and control. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the integrated brake system, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 13, 2024. Owners can contact BMW Customer Service at 1-800-525-7417.
View full details →Recall 24V104000 — SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:ELECTRIC:CONTROL MODULE
| 266,716 vehicles affected
Defect: BMW of North America, LLC. (BMW) is recalling certain 2023-2025 BMW, MINI, and Rolls-Royce vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models and model years. The integrated brake (IB) system may malfunction and result in a loss of power brake assist or cause the Antilock Brake (ABS) and Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) systems to not function...
Consequence: A loss of power brake assist can extend the distance required to stop the vehicle. Additionally, malfunctioning ABS and/or DSC systems can cause a loss of vehicle control. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the integrated brake system, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed between June and December 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or Rolls Royce customer service at 1-877-877-3735.
View full details →Recall 24V104000 — ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
| 266,716 vehicles affected
Defect: BMW of North America, LLC. (BMW) is recalling certain 2023-2025 BMW, MINI, and Rolls-Royce vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models and model years. The integrated brake (IB) system may malfunction and result in a loss of power brake assist or cause the Antilock Brake (ABS) and Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) systems to not function...
Consequence: A loss of power brake assist can extend the distance required to stop the vehicle. Additionally, malfunctioning ABS and/or DSC systems can cause a loss of vehicle control. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the integrated brake system, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed between June and December 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or Rolls Royce customer service at 1-877-877-3735.
View full details →Recall 24V138000 — STRUCTURE:INTERIOR PANELS:DASHBOARD
| 8 vehicles affected
Defect: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2024 X5 sDrive40i, X5 xDrive40i and X7 xDrive40i vehicles. The instrument panel may not have been manufactured properly, which can result in improper air bag deployment or the panel separating during air bag deployment.
Consequence: Instrument panel separation during air bag deployment can result in pieces of the panel striking occupants. Improper air bag deployment may not restrain an occupant as intended during a crash. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the instrument panel, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 16, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
View full details →Recall 24V138000 — AIR BAGS
| 8 vehicles affected
Defect: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2024 X5 sDrive40i, X5 xDrive40i and X7 xDrive40i vehicles. The instrument panel may not have been manufactured properly, which can result in improper air bag deployment or the panel separating during air bag deployment.
Consequence: Instrument panel separation during air bag deployment can result in pieces of the panel striking occupants. Improper air bag deployment may not restrain an occupant as intended during a crash. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the instrument panel, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 16, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
View full details →Recall 23V622000 — AIR BAGS
| 2,352 vehicles affected
Defect: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2023 BMW XM, 2024 BMW X5 sDrive40i, X5 xDrive40i, X5 M60i, X5 M, X5 xDrive50e, X6 xDrive40i, X6 M60i, X6 M, X7 xDrive40i, X7 M60i, and Alpina XB7 vehicles. The front passenger knee air bag may not deploy as intended.
Consequence: An air bag that does not deploy as intended can increase the risk of injury in a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the front passenger knee air bag, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 3, 2023. Owners may contact BMW's customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
View full details →Recall 23V471000 — AIR BAGS:KNEE BOLSTER
| 1,981 vehicles affected
Defect: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2024 X5 sDrive40i, X5 xDrive40i, X5 M60i, X5 M, xDrive 50e, 2024 X6 xDrive40i, X6 M60i, X6 M, 2024 X7 xDrive40i, X7 M60i, Alpina XB7, and 2023 XM vehicles. The knee air bag (driver and/or passenger) may not have been manufactured correctly, which can result in the knee air bag not...
Consequence: A knee air bag that does not deploy as intended increases the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the knee air bag (driver and/or passenger), free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 6, 2023. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2024 BMW X7
108 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2024 BMW X7. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes | 29 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electronic Stability Control Esc | 22 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Service Brakes Hydraulic | 14 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance Automatic Emergency Braking | 8 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Unknown Or Other | 8 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance Warnings | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Back Over Prevention Warnings | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Power Train | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Back Over Prevention Rearview System Braking | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance Adaptive Cruise Control | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Lane Departure Warning | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Latcheslockslinkagesdoorslatch | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Latcheslockslinkagesdoorslatchemergency Mechanical Release | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibilityrearview Mirrorsdevicesinterior | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
The contact owns a 2024 BMW X7. The contact stated that while his wife was driving, the braking system malfunctioned, and the vehicle hesitated to respond upon depressing the brake pedal. Additionally, the steering wheel became extremely difficult to turn. Several unknown warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer, where a software update was performed, and the vehicle was repaired. The contact stated that the failures later recurred intermittently, rendering the vehicle unsafe to drive. The contact was informed that the VIN was included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V104000(Electronic Stability Control(ESC), Service Brakes, Hydraulic), but the recall remedy parts were not available. The failure mileage was 10,000.
The contact owns a 2024 BMW X7. The contact stated that while his wife was driving, the braking system malfunctioned, and the vehicle hesitated to respond upon depressing the brake pedal. Additionally, the steering wheel became extremely difficult to turn. Several unknown warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer, where a software update was performed, and the vehicle was repaired. The contact stated that the failures later recurred intermittently, rendering the vehicle unsafe to drive. The contact was informed that the VIN was included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V104000(Electronic Stability Control(ESC), Service Brakes, Hydraulic), but the recall remedy parts were not available. The failure mileage was 10,000.
The contact owns a 2024 BMW X7. The contact stated that while his wife was driving, the braking system malfunctioned, and the vehicle hesitated to respond upon depressing the brake pedal. Additionally, the steering wheel became extremely difficult to turn. Several unknown warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer, where a software update was performed, and the vehicle was repaired. The contact stated that the failures later recurred intermittently, rendering the vehicle unsafe to drive. The contact was informed that the VIN was included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V104000(Electronic Stability Control(ESC), Service Brakes, Hydraulic), but the recall remedy parts were not available. The failure mileage was 10,000.
After starting car, car went into Power Failure mode, warning to immediately stop car, car continued driving, but eventually engaged parking mode and wouldn’t go back into drive mode until I turned it off and back on again.
After starting car, car went into Power Failure mode, warning to immediately stop car, car continued driving, but eventually engaged parking mode and wouldn’t go back into drive mode until I turned it off and back on again.
Safety Rating for the 2024 BMW X7
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2024 BMW X7 in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2024 BMW X7
BMW of North America, LLC has issued 26 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2024 BMW X7. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
B510424 — STRUCTURE:BODY
While driving on rough/uneven roads, a buzzing sound can be heard from the upper tailgate interior trim panel.
B520920 — STRUCTURE:BODY
Various concerns about the third row of seats (3SR): 1. Head restraint (aka headrest), on one or both sides, cannot be folded down. 2. Third-row seating, on one or both sides, cannot be folded down. 3. Noise from third-row seat backrest when the vehicle goes over bumps.
B520920 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Various concerns about the third row of seats (3SR): 1. Head restraint (aka headrest), on one or both sides, cannot be folded down. 2. Third-row seating, on one or both sides, cannot be folded down. 3. Noise from third-row seat backrest when the vehicle goes over bumps.
B521025 — SEATS
The electric actuator for the third row (3SR) seat changed design and part number, and is used in productionvehicles as of March 28, 2025. There are two such actuators at this seat row, one for the left seating position; and one for the right.
B521025 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The electric actuator for the third row (3SR) seat changed design and part number, and is used in productionvehicles as of March 28, 2025. There are two such actuators at this seat row, one for the left seating position; and one for the right.
B110625 — ENGINE
Due to an assembly error, the oil pump screws may not have been torqued correctly.
B064225 — STRUCTURE:BODY
Bowden Cable Outer Return
B520625 — STRUCTURE:BODY
While attempting to unbolt the third-row seat to perform, or to gain access to perform another required repair, one or more of the bolts may not easily loosen. Applying addition force to loosen the bolts may cause the seat anchor body-nuts to break free from their welds. The bolts will...
B610225 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Due to unfavorable tolerances, the Power Control Unit (PCU) may switch off under heavy loads and nolonger charge the Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) Auxiliary (AUX) battery. This leads to the failure of the roll stabilization,and loss of communication to the EARS modules (S 0421 & S 0422).
B513224 — FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS
BMW AG has issued a Delivery Stop(effective November 4, 2024) on a smallnumber of Model Year 2025 BMW vehiclesthat were produced on October 14, 2024. Vehicles produced on October 14, 2024, withoption code(s) 05AS (Active Driving Assistant)and/or 5AU (Driving Assistance Pro); andhave a short-range radar sensor (SRRsensor) clipped into the...
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NHTSA Investigations for the 2024 BMW X7
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the BMW X7
- 2019 BMW X7 — 57 complaints
- 2020 BMW X7 — 66 complaints
- 2021 BMW X7 — 43 complaints
- 2022 BMW X7 — 22 complaints
- 2023 BMW X7 — 65 complaints
- 2024 BMW X7 (current)
- 2025 BMW X7 — 41 complaints
- 2026 BMW X7 — 1 complaint