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Choose a model before comparing complaints or documented conditions. The exact year is where the source starts to become relevant.
- Models listed
- 10
- Documented files
- 38
- Documented year span
- 2015 to 2026
Model directory
Choose a BMW model
Each model opens a year-by-year directory. File counts describe source coverage, not vehicle reliability.
2015 to 2026
3 Series
- Years
- 12
- Files
- 1
2015 to 2026
4 Series
- Years
- 12
- Files
- 1
2015 to 2026
5 Series
- Years
- 12
- Files
- 1
2015 to 2026
7 Series
- Years
- 12
- Files
- 5
2015 to 2026
X1
- Years
- 12
- Files
- 5
2015 to 2026
X3
- Years
- 12
- Files
- 5
2015 to 2026
X5
- Years
- 12
- Files
- 5
2019 to 2026
X7
- Years
- 8
- Files
- 5
2022 to 2026
i4
- Years
- 5
- Files
- 5
2022 to 2026
iX
- Years
- 5
- Files
- 5
Source-backed problem files
Documented BMW conditions
Higher safety relevance appears first. The order does not measure reliability.
2017 to 2019 BMW 7 Series · Electrical & software
Electrical or software fault may disable vehicle functions
The engine starter relay may corrode, causing the relay to overheat and short circuit.
2018 BMW X3 · Brakes & vehicle control
X3 rear brake caliper coating can reduce braking performance
NHTSA campaign 18V453000 lists the 2018 BMW X3 for a condition in which x3 rear brake caliper coating can reduce braking performance.
2019 BMW X5 · Steering & vehicle control
X5 steering shaft bearing plate may loosen and affect control
NHTSA campaign 20V434000 lists the 2019 BMW X5 for a condition in which x5 steering shaft bearing plate may loosen and affect control.
2022 BMW iX · Electrical & electronic systems
iX high voltage battery damage can cause a short circuit
NHTSA campaign 22V541000 lists the 2022 BMW iX for a condition in which iX high voltage battery damage can cause a short circuit.
2016 BMW 7 Series · Safety restraints
Air bag may not deploy
The affected vehicles have an air bag control module that may randomly reset due to an electrical short circuit as a result of residual metallic particles from the manufacturing process.
2022 to 2023 BMW X1 · Safety restraints
Air bag may not deploy
The front driver's air bag may have been manufactured incorrectly and may not deploy as intended during a crash.
2022 to 2023 BMW iX · Safety restraints
Air bag may not deploy
The front driver's air bag may have been manufactured incorrectly and may not deploy as intended during a crash.
2026 BMW X7 · Safety restraints
Air bag system safety defect
The instrument panel may have been manufactured incorrectly and prevent the passenger-side air bag from deploying properly.
2016 to 2019 BMW X1 · Body & structure
Body or structural component may fail
In the event of a crash where the occupants head contacts the B-pillar, the pillar may not absorb an adequate amount of the impact.
2018 to 2023 BMW X3 · Body & structure
Body or structural component may fail
The attachment for the interior cargo rail may become damaged in a rear crash and result in the cargo rail detaching.
2019 BMW X3 · Engine & cooling
Coolant-line leak in extreme cold
Low coolant or a fresh puddle at 5°F (minus 15°C) or colder appears in BMW's quick-connect O-ring bulletin.
2022 to 2024 BMW iX · Driver assistance
Driver assistance system may not respond correctly
The driver may unintentionally reactivate the cruise control system while turning the steering wheel at low speeds, resulting in a sudden increase of vehicle speed.
2020 to 2022 BMW 7 Series · Electrical & software
Electrical or software fault may disable vehicle functions
After repeated attempts, the starter motor may overheat from an electrical overload.
2019 to 2020 BMW X7 · Electrical & software
Electrical or software fault may disable vehicle functions
After repeated attempts, the starter motor may overheat from an electrical overload.
2022 to 2024 BMW i4 · Electrical & software
Electrical or software fault may disable vehicle functions
The electric drive motor software may shut down the high-voltage system, causing a loss of drive power.
2022 to 2023 BMW i4 · Electrical & software
Electrical or software fault may disable vehicle functions
The high voltage battery electronic control unit (ECU) software may cause an interruption of electrical power.
2022 BMW i4 · Electrical & software
Electrical or software fault may disable vehicle functions
While in Valet Parking Mode, the Central Information Display (CID) may not display critical safety information, such as warning messages and/or warning lights.
2022 to 2024 BMW iX · Electrical & software
Electrical or software fault may disable vehicle functions
The electric drive motor software may shut down the high-voltage system, causing a loss of drive power.
2015 BMW X1 · Engine & cooling
Engine defect may cause power loss or damage
An improperly sealed electrical connector on the water pump may be exposed to water and short circuit.
2015 to 2017 BMW X3 · Engine & cooling
Engine defect may cause power loss or damage
An improperly sealed electrical connector on the water pump may be exposed to water and short circuit.
2015 BMW 7 Series · Fuel system
Fuel leak and fire risk
The EGR cooler may leak internally, causing coolant to mix with diesel engine soot, which could result in smoldering particles and a melting intake manifold.
2015 to 2018 BMW X5 · Fuel system
Fuel pump or delivery fault may cause a stall
The high-pressure fuel pump may fail.
2024 BMW i4 · Electrical & software
High-voltage battery fire risk
The left-side longitudinal beam may crack, compromising the structural integrity of the chassis.
2022 to 2025 BMW iX · Electrical & software
High-voltage battery fire risk
The high-voltage battery cell modules may not have been assembled properly, resulting in stress on the module frame and possible module failure.
2023 BMW 3 Series · Transmission & drivetrain
Powertrain defect may interrupt drive
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.
2023 BMW 4 Series · Transmission & drivetrain
Powertrain defect may interrupt drive
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.
2023 BMW 5 Series · Transmission & drivetrain
Powertrain defect may interrupt drive
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.
2023 BMW X5 · Transmission & drivetrain
Powertrain defect may interrupt drive
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.
2019 to 2020 BMW X7 · Visibility & cameras
Rearview camera image may not display
The back-up camera and display settings can be adjusted such that the rear view image is no longer visible and the system will retain that setting the next time the vehicle is placed in reverse.
2022 to 2023 BMW i4 · Visibility & cameras
Rearview camera image may not display
During vehicle start-up, the artificial sound generator control unit may experience a fault and fail to generate the external pedestrian warning sound.
2021 BMW X1 · Safety restraints
Seat belt may not restrain an occupant
The passenger seat belt Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) may deactivate early, before the webbing fully retracts.
2023 to 2025 BMW 7 Series · Driver assistance
Stability control system may not respond correctly
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 properly.
2023 to 2025 BMW X1 · Driver assistance
Stability control system may not respond correctly
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 properly.
2024 to 2025 BMW X5 · Driver assistance
Stability control system may not respond correctly
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 properly.
2023 to 2025 BMW X7 · Driver assistance
Stability control system may not respond correctly
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 properly.
2019 to 2022 BMW X5 · Visibility & cameras
Visibility defect may reduce the driver's view
The roof function control unit may be programmed incorrectly, allowing the sunroof to close without the key fob present inside the vehicle.
2019 to 2023 BMW X7 · Visibility & cameras
Visibility defect may reduce the driver's view
The roof function control unit may be programmed incorrectly, allowing the sunroof to close without the key fob present inside the vehicle.
2019 BMW X3 · Engine cooling controls
Active grille air-flap warning or fault
An engine light with active air-flap faults fits BMW's diagnostic bulletin for affected X3 vehicles produced through August 2019.
Researching BMW vehicles
Read the method behind the match
These guides explain the checks that apply across several problem files. Use the vehicle pages for the exact record scope.
Check recalls by VIN
A VIN search checks the displayed NHTSA records for an unrepaired safety recall associated with one vehicle. A model search shows only the wider campaign population.
Read guide ↗When a car is unsafe
A warning light does not always mean the same thing, but weak brakes or smoke leave little room for experimentation. Damaged tires and certain recall instructions can do the same.
Read guide ↗Why symptoms overlap
“It makes a weird noise” is useful human language. Diagnosis begins when that language is tied to the exact vehicle and its operating conditions.
Read guide ↗Search phrases from the driver seat
Does one of these sound familiar?
Each phrase opens its underlying problem file. Compare the complete symptom pattern before drawing a conclusion.