Safety recallPrompt inspection

2021 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.

Vehicles covered
2019 to 2022
Evidence level
Official safety recall
Information reviewed
August 3, 2026
Jurisdiction
United States

What the reviewed source says

Start with the documented condition, not a parts guess.

NHTSA campaign 22V267000 includes certain 2019 to 2022 BMW X5 vehicles. BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2022 4 Series Gran Coupe (430i, 430i xDrive, M440i xDrive); 2019-2022 X5 sDrive40i, X5 xDrive40i, X5 xDrive50i, X5 M50i, X5M; 2021-2022 X5 xdrive45e; 2020-2022 X6 sDrive40i, X6 xDrive40i, X6 xDrive50i, X6M and 2019-2023 X7 xDrive40i, X7 xDrive50i, X7 M50i, X7 xDrive60i, X7 M60i, X7M, Alpina XB7 vehicles. The roof function control unit may be programmed incorrectly, allowing the sunroof to close without the key fob present inside the vehicle. A sunroof that closes without the key fob present inside the vehicle can increase the risk of injury.

Words owners may use

Does this match the moment?

“windshield wipers stopped”“cannot see clearly through windshield”“wipers move slowly”“rear window is hard to see through”“defroster not working”“visibility recall”

Symptoms in the pattern

  • The driver may have a reduced view because a wiper, window, defroster or related visibility feature does not work correctly
  • An open campaign appears when the complete VIN is checked
  • Some recalled vehicles may show no advance warning before the component fails

Vehicles and scope

  • 2019 to 2022 BMW X5
  • NHTSA campaign 22V267000
  • The manufacturer filing lists 61,221 potentially affected units across the complete campaign.
  • VIN eligibility determines whether this recall applies to an individual vehicle

Manufacturer position

What the official procedure directs

Dealers will reprogram the roof function control unit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 20, 2022. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Mileage context

Safety recall eligibility is based on the VIN and campaign scope, not ordinary warranty mileage. Check the complete VIN even when the vehicle is outside its original warranty.

Original evidence

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Repair paths and safe checks

Separate the diagnosis from the action.

Official repair pathAuthorised dealer · Confirm with VIN

Use the official recall remedy

Dealers will reprogram the roof function control unit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 20, 2022. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Boundary

Do not buy parts from the campaign description alone. VIN scope, superseded remedies and parts availability can change.

What owners reported

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Check the complete VIN before arranging work

Enter the 17-character VIN in NHTSA's recall lookup and ask the manufacturer or an authorised dealer to confirm whether the campaign is open for this vehicle.

Boundary

A year, make and model match does not prove that every vehicle is included. The VIN result controls eligibility.

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