BMW XM recalls

15 official safety recalls for the BMW XM from NHTSA (United States), DVSA (United Kingdom) and the EU Safety Gate, newest first. Recall repairs are normally free at the maker’s dealers.

Whether your car is affected and still needs the repair depends on its VIN or registration. Check it on the official site for your country:

  1. Brake system may lose assist or stability control

    Reported July 1, 2026Model years 2023–2024NHTSA campaign 26V422000428 vehicles affected

    The integrated brake system may lose power brake assist or cause the antilock brakes and stability control to work improperly. Stopping distances may increase or control may be lost, increasing crash risk. The system will be inspected and replaced if needed, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
    Defect
    BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2025 Mini Cooper S, Mini Countryman S All4, X2, 2024 Rolls-Royce Spectre, 2023-2025 i7, 7 Series, X7, 2024-2025 i5, 5 Series, 2023-2024 XM, X1, 2024-2025 X6, and X5 vehicles. 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.
    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
    The Integrated brake system will be inspected and, if necessary, replaced, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 21, 2026. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or Rolls-Royce customer service at 1-877-877-3735. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning August 21, 2026. Vehicles previously repaired under recall 24V739 or 24V104 will need to have the new remedy completed.

  2. Brake unit weld may fail and increase stopping distance

    Reported October 24, 2024Model years 2024DVSA recall R/2024/41473 vehicles affected

    A brake servomotor weld may fail under high brake pressure, requiring more pedal effort and increasing braking distance. The hydraulic brake system unit will be replaced.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    Hydraulic Brake System Unit Replacement
    Defect
    On affected vehicles the brake servomotor was improperly welded. The weld seam might not withstand the stresses caused under high brake pressure leading to a requirement for a higher brake effort increasing the braking distance.
    Remedy
    Affected vehicles will have the hydraulic unit of the brake system replaced.

  3. Brake system may lose assist or malfunction

    Reported October 2, 2024Model years 2023–2024NHTSA campaign 24V73900011,579 vehicles affected

    The integrated brake system may lose power brake assist or cause the ABS or stability control systems to malfunction. Stopping distance may increase or vehicle control may be lost, raising crash risk. Dealers will replace the integrated brake module free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
    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 Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) systems to not function properly.
    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 contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Vehicles in this recall were previously repaired under recall number 24V-104 and will need to have the new remedy completed.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

  4. Brake system welds may break

    Reported September 18, 2024Model years 2024NHTSA campaign 24V697000309 vehicles affected

    Welds in the integrated brake control module servomotor may break, causing loss of power brake assist or rear brake function, and possibly disabling ABS and stability control. This can lengthen stopping distances or reduce handling and control, increasing crash risk. Dealers will replace the brake system free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC):CONTROL MODULE
    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 models. The welds in the servomotor of the integrated brake control module may break, causing a loss of power brake assist and rear brake function. In addition, the Antilock Brake System (ABS) and Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) system may not function.
    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.
    Notes
    Owner's may contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or go to nhtsa.gov.

  5. Brake system may be impaired by contact contamination

    Reported September 13, 2024Model years 2022–2024DVSA recall R/2024/38349,473 vehicles affected

    Contamination between electrical contacts may impair the integrated braking system. Software will be updated to detect signal interference. If symptoms are detected, stop using the vehicle; the affected braking system component will be replaced.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    Integrated Braking System
    Defect
    On certain vehicles the Integrated Brake (IB) system may be impaired due to contamination between electrical contacts.
    Remedy
    Vehicles that may be affected by contamination are required to have the vehicle’s software updated which can detect signal interference before it occurs. If symptoms are detected you should refrain from use of the vehicle and the affected Integrated Brake (IB) system component will be replaced.

  6. Front seat belt sensor may show belt is fastened

    Reported May 20, 2024Model years 2024DVSA recall R/2024/262104 vehicles affected

    A misinstalled sensor in a front seat belt stalk may indicate the belt is fastened when it is not. The seat belt stalks will be tested and replaced if necessary.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    Seat Belt Warning (Front Seat Belts)
    Defect
    On affected vehicles the hall sensor in the driver and passenger front seat belt stalks may not have been correctly installed and it may indicate the seat belt is inserted correctly when it actually is not.
    Remedy
    On affected vehicles the seat belt stalks will be tested and replaced if necessary.

  7. Seat belt system may misread whether occupants are belted

    Reported May 15, 2024Model years 2024NHTSA campaign 24V3450003,256 vehicles affected

    The seat belt system may incorrectly detect that passengers are belted, preventing the warning light from turning on and possibly causing the supplemental restraint system to deploy improperly. This increases injury risk in a crash. Dealers will inspect and replace the front lower seat belts as needed, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    SEAT BELTS:FRONT
    Defect
    BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2024 XM, 2025 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 seat belt system may inaccurately detect that passengers are belted, preventing the seat belt warning light from illuminating and possibly causing the supplemental restraint system to not deploy as intended during a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
    Consequence
    A seat belt warning light that does not alert occupants of an unbelted seat belt or an SRS system that deploys improperly can both increase the risk of injury in a crash.
    Remedy
    Dealers will inspect and replace the front seat lower seat belts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 12, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

  8. Tailgate trim may detach

    Reported April 4, 2024Model years 2023DVSA recall R/2024/1573 vehicles affected

    A bonding defect may cause the exterior tailgate trim to detach. The trim will be inspected and replaced if necessary.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    Checking and if necessary replacing the tailgate trim
    Defect
    On affected vehicles due to a potential bonding defect there is a risk of the tailgate external trim becoming detached
    Remedy
    On affected vehicles the tailgate external trim will be inspected and if necessary replaced.

  9. Brake assistance may be lost

    Reported March 7, 2024Model years 2022–2023DVSA recall R/2024/11914,227 vehicles affected

    Hydraulic brake assistance may be lost unexpectedly, changing pedal behaviour and extending braking distance. ABS or stability control may also be impaired. The integrated braking system will be replaced.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    Integrated Braking System
    Defect
    On affected vehicles an unexpected loss of hydraulic brake assistance may occur and may result in a different pedal behaviour under specific conditions an extended braking distance may be experienced and ABS/Stability control may be impaired
    Remedy
    On the affected vehicles the Integrated Brake System will be replaced

  10. Tailgate panel may detach

    Reported February 23, 2024Model years 2024NHTSA campaign 24V139000267 vehicles affected

    Improper adhesive bonding may allow the tailgate panel to detach and become a road hazard. Dealers will inspect and replace the panel as necessary, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    STRUCTURE:BODY
    Defect
    BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2024 XM vehicles. The tailgate panel may detach from the mounting structure due to improper adhesive bonding that occurred during manufacturing.
    Consequence
    A panel that detaches from a vehicle can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy
    Dealers will inspect and replace the tailgate panel as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 17, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

  11. Integrated brake system may malfunction

    Reported February 12, 2024Model years 2023–2024NHTSA campaign 24V104000266,716 vehicles affected

    A malfunction may reduce power brake assist, lengthening stopping distance, or affect ABS and stability control, potentially causing loss of control. Dealers will replace the integrated brake system free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:ELECTRIC:CONTROL MODULE
    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 properly.
    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.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

  12. Salt water may have entered the vehicle

    Reported October 20, 2023Model years 2023DVSA recall R/2024/156514 vehicles affected

    Potential flooding while the vehicle was parked in port could have allowed salt water to enter. The vehicle will be checked, cleaned and reworked as required.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    Checking potential vehicle damage
    Defect
    On affected vehicles risk of potential flooding could have occurred leading to salt water ingress whilst parked in port awaiting shipping
    Remedy
    The affected vehicles will be thoroughly checked cleaned and reworked as required

  13. Front passenger knee air bag may not deploy as intended

    Reported September 7, 2023Model years 2023NHTSA campaign 23V6220002,352 vehicles affected

    The front passenger knee air bag may not deploy as intended, increasing the risk of injury in a crash. Dealers will replace the air bag free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    AIR BAGS
    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.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

  14. Knee air bag may not deploy as intended

    Reported July 10, 2023Model years 2023NHTSA campaign 23V4710001,981 vehicles affected

    A manufacturing defect may prevent the driver or passenger knee air bag from deploying as intended, increasing injury risk. Dealers will replace the affected knee air bag free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    AIR BAGS:KNEE BOLSTER
    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 deploying as intended.
    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.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

  15. Exhaust system fasteners may be loose

    Reported April 26, 2023Model years 2023NHTSA campaign 23V2940005 vehicles affected

    Incorrectly tightened fasteners may loosen the connection between the exhaust system and catalytic converter, increasing fire risk. Dealers will replace the gasket and tighten the fasteners, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CATALYTIC CONVERTOR
    Defect
    BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2023 X7 M60i and XM vehicles. The fasteners that connect the exhaust system and the catalytic converter may not have been tightened correctly.
    Consequence
    A loose connection between the exhaust system and catalytic converter increases the risk of a fire.
    Remedy
    Dealers will replace the gasket between the exhaust system and the catalytic converter, and tighten the fasteners, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 22, 2023. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Sources: NHTSA (US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration), DVSA (UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency) and the EU Safety Gate (European Commission) recall data. Each recall covers vehicles sold in that market; models sold elsewhere may differ.

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