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25V644000 Sep 25, 2025 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020 340I, X6, 2020-2025 840I, 2020-2022 740LI, 2019-2020 X7, and X5 vehicles. After repeated attempts, the starter motor may overheat from an elec...

24V576000 Aug 1, 2024 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM):SOFTWARE

BMW of North America, LLC is recalling certain 2019-2020 X5, X7, 2020 3 Series Sedan, X6, 2020-2021 7 Series Sedan, 2020 8 Series Convertible, 8 Series Coupe, and 2020 8 Series Gran Coupe vehicles. P...

22V670000 Sep 7, 2022 SEATS

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019-2022 BMW X7 xDrive40i, X7 Drive50i, X7 M50i vehicles with third-row seats. One or more of the compression springs that lock the backrest may ...

22V267000 Apr 20, 2022 VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY

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 xdrive45...

21V096000 Feb 19, 2021 BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019-2021 X3 sDrive30i, X3 xDrive30i, X3 M40i, X3M, X4 xDrive30i, X4 M40i, M550i, X4M, X5 sDrive40i, X5 xDrive40i, X5 xDrive50i, X5M, X5 M50i, X7 x...

21V062000 Feb 10, 2021 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:HYDRAULIC

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020-2021 8 Series Coupe, Grand Coupe and convertible 840i, 840i xDrive, M850i xDrive, M8 and 740 Li, 740 Li xDrive, 750 Li xDrive, M760 Li xDrive,...

20V678000 Nov 4, 2020 SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020 X5 sDrive40i, xDrive40i, X5 M50i, X5M, X7 xDrive40i, X7 M50i, X6 xDrive40i, X6 M50i and X6M vehicles and 2021 X5 xDrive45e vehicles. The weld...

20V528000 Sep 1, 2020 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020-2021 X5 sDrive40i, xDrive40i, xDrive50i, X5 M50i, X5M, X6 sDrive40i, xDrive40i, X6 M50i, X6M, X7 M50i and 2021 X5 xDrive45e vehicles. The hea...

20V465000 Aug 7, 2020 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020 X5 sDrive 40i, X5 xDrive 40i and one X7 xDrive 40i vehicle. The starter motor may have an extra bolt that could potentially fall into the tra...

20V052000 Jan 30, 2020 EXTERIOR LIGHTING

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020 X7 xDrive40i and X7 xDrive50i vehicles. The rear reflex reflectors may not reflect an adequate amount of light. As such, these vehicles fail...

19V684000 Sep 27, 2019 BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018 540d, 2018-2020 530i, 530i xDrive, 540i, 540i xDrive, M550i xDrive, M5, 530e, 530e xDrive, X3 sDrive, X3 xDrive, X3 M40i, X3 M, and 2019-2020 ...

19V631000 Aug 28, 2019 STEERING:RACK AND PINION:RACK

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020 X5 sDrive40i, X5 xDrive40i, X5 M50i, X7 xDrive40i and X7 M50i vehicles. The steering rack pinion teeth may break under load, resulting in a l...

Complaints

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Jan 6, 2026 Engine

Low oil pressure warning. Oil pump replacement

Jan 6, 2026 Engine

Low oil pressure warning. Oil pump replacement

Dec 11, 2025 Electrical System 85,600 mi

The contact owns a 2020 BMW X7. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V644000 (Electrical System). The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed and making a left turn, the vehicle stalled in the middle of traffic. The contact immediately depressed the brake a...

Dec 11, 2025 Electrical System 85,600 mi

The contact owns a 2020 BMW X7. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V644000 (Electrical System). The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed and making a left turn, the vehicle stalled in the middle of traffic. The contact immediately depressed the brake a...

Dec 8, 2025 Seats

• Third-row seat in my 2020 BMW X7 failed during normal operation and trapped my [XXX] daughter between the seatbacks. • She sustained injuries to her legs (documented in photos). I injured my arm while trying to free her. • Approximately 10 people witnessed the incident. • Seat would not m...

Dec 8, 2025 Seats

• Third-row seat in my 2020 BMW X7 failed during normal operation and trapped my [XXX] daughter between the seatbacks. • She sustained injuries to her legs (documented in photos). I injured my arm while trying to free her. • Approximately 10 people witnessed the incident. • Seat would not m...

Dec 8, 2025 Seats

• Third-row seat in my 2020 BMW X7 failed during normal operation and trapped my [XXX] daughter between the seatbacks. • She sustained injuries to her legs (documented in photos). I injured my arm while trying to free her. • Approximately 10 people witnessed the incident. • Seat would not m...

Dec 8, 2025 Seats

• Third-row seat in my 2020 BMW X7 failed during normal operation and trapped my [XXX] daughter between the seatbacks. • She sustained injuries to her legs (documented in photos). I injured my arm while trying to free her. • Approximately 10 people witnessed the incident. • Seat would not m...

Dec 5, 2025 Seats

I am filing this complaint because the third-row passenger seat in my 2020 BMW X7 has a serious defect that poses an immediate safety risk to children and passengers. The third-row seat malfunctioned while my child was exiting the vehicle. The powered seat began moving unexpectedly and trapped my c...

Dec 5, 2025 Seats

I am filing this complaint because the third-row passenger seat in my 2020 BMW X7 has a serious defect that poses an immediate safety risk to children and passengers. The third-row seat malfunctioned while my child was exiting the vehicle. The powered seat began moving unexpectedly and trapped my c...

Dec 4, 2025 Power Train

Hello , I would like to report a failed front differential on my vehicle. This issue was diagnosed by an independent BMW shop and is currently being repaired. Mine made it to 69k miles but many others have had theirs failed before 50k miles. My main goal is to bring light to this issue since it s...

Dec 4, 2025 Suspension

Hello , I would like to report a failed front differential on my vehicle. This issue was diagnosed by an independent BMW shop and is currently being repaired. Mine made it to 69k miles but many others have had theirs failed before 50k miles. My main goal is to bring light to this issue since it s...

Dec 4, 2025 Steering

Hello , I would like to report a failed front differential on my vehicle. This issue was diagnosed by an independent BMW shop and is currently being repaired. Mine made it to 69k miles but many others have had theirs failed before 50k miles. My main goal is to bring light to this issue since it s...

Dec 4, 2025 Power Train

Hello , I would like to report a failed front differential on my vehicle. This issue was diagnosed by an independent BMW shop and is currently being repaired. Mine made it to 69k miles but many others have had theirs failed before 50k miles. My main goal is to bring light to this issue since it s...

Dec 4, 2025 Suspension

Hello , I would like to report a failed front differential on my vehicle. This issue was diagnosed by an independent BMW shop and is currently being repaired. Mine made it to 69k miles but many others have had theirs failed before 50k miles. My main goal is to bring light to this issue since it s...

Dec 4, 2025 Steering

Hello , I would like to report a failed front differential on my vehicle. This issue was diagnosed by an independent BMW shop and is currently being repaired. Mine made it to 69k miles but many others have had theirs failed before 50k miles. My main goal is to bring light to this issue since it s...

Nov 23, 2025 Power Train

My front differential has failed and my vehicle has 62,000 miles. There is no recommended service and maintenance schedule for replacing fluids for the front differential so I thinking that this failure is due to an engineering design flaw including no recommended schedule to service the unit. It al...

Nov 23, 2025 Power Train

My front differential has failed and my vehicle has 62,000 miles. There is no recommended service and maintenance schedule for replacing fluids for the front differential so I thinking that this failure is due to an engineering design flaw including no recommended schedule to service the unit. It al...

Nov 13, 2025 Suspension 42,000 mi

The contact owns a 2020 BMW X7. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormal sound coming from the wheels while turning to the right or the left. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that both front co...

Nov 13, 2025 Suspension 42,000 mi

The contact owns a 2020 BMW X7. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormal sound coming from the wheels while turning to the right or the left. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that both front co...

Nov 3, 2025 Engine 140,218 mi

The contact works for a company that owns a 2020 BMW X7. The contact stated that while his boss was driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stalled. The driver was able to veer to the side of the road. The vehicle was towed to a station. The vehicle was then towed to the dealer, where it was di...

Nov 3, 2025 Power Train 140,218 mi

The contact works for a company that owns a 2020 BMW X7. The contact stated that while his boss was driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stalled. The driver was able to veer to the side of the road. The vehicle was towed to a station. The vehicle was then towed to the dealer, where it was di...

Nov 3, 2025 Engine 140,218 mi

The contact works for a company that owns a 2020 BMW X7. The contact stated that while his boss was driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stalled. The driver was able to veer to the side of the road. The vehicle was towed to a station. The vehicle was then towed to the dealer, where it was di...

Nov 3, 2025 Power Train 140,218 mi

The contact works for a company that owns a 2020 BMW X7. The contact stated that while his boss was driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stalled. The driver was able to veer to the side of the road. The vehicle was towed to a station. The vehicle was then towed to the dealer, where it was di...

Aug 14, 2025 Fuel System, Gasoline 50,000 mi

The contact owns a 2020 BMW X7. The contact stated that while driving at 55 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power, with the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, where it was diagnosed, and determined that the fuel pump module had failed and needed to be replaced....

Aug 14, 2025 Fuel System, Gasoline 50,000 mi

The contact owns a 2020 BMW X7. The contact stated that while driving at 55 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power, with the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, where it was diagnosed, and determined that the fuel pump module had failed and needed to be replaced....

Aug 10, 2025 Power Train

Transfer case causes vehicle to shake when driving straight or turning from a complete stop or low speeds.

Aug 10, 2025 Power Train

Transfer case causes vehicle to shake when driving straight or turning from a complete stop or low speeds.

Aug 5, 2025 Suspension

X7 models from year 2020 -2022 have a particular issue at stake which is a manufacture default as it's been reported in many cases in X7 models. I'd like have this Transportation safety to please look into this issue a safety recall as there is a shuddering issue in most x7's when turning right or ...

Aug 5, 2025 Power Train

X7 models from year 2020 -2022 have a particular issue at stake which is a manufacture default as it's been reported in many cases in X7 models. I'd like have this Transportation safety to please look into this issue a safety recall as there is a shuddering issue in most x7's when turning right or ...

Aug 5, 2025 Suspension

X7 models from year 2020 -2022 have a particular issue at stake which is a manufacture default as it's been reported in many cases in X7 models. I'd like have this Transportation safety to please look into this issue a safety recall as there is a shuddering issue in most x7's when turning right or ...

Aug 5, 2025 Power Train

X7 models from year 2020 -2022 have a particular issue at stake which is a manufacture default as it's been reported in many cases in X7 models. I'd like have this Transportation safety to please look into this issue a safety recall as there is a shuddering issue in most x7's when turning right or ...

Aug 1, 2025 Engine And Engine Cooling 60,000 mi

The contact owns 2020 BMW X7. The contact stated while driving 30 MPH, the message "Oil Pump Leak Over - Get the Vehicle Towed to Local Service Dealer" was displayed. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, who could not repair the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, where an unk...

Aug 1, 2025 Engine And Engine Cooling 60,000 mi

The contact owns 2020 BMW X7. The contact stated while driving 30 MPH, the message "Oil Pump Leak Over - Get the Vehicle Towed to Local Service Dealer" was displayed. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, who could not repair the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, where an unk...

Jul 31, 2025 Steering

I was driving and as I parked on my driveway a message popped up on my dash board saying " " Increased Steering efforts" then I wasn't able to move the steering wheel at all, it feel like it got locked.

Jul 31, 2025 Steering

I was driving and as I parked on my driveway a message popped up on my dash board saying " " Increased Steering efforts" then I wasn't able to move the steering wheel at all, it feel like it got locked.

Jul 28, 2025 Power Train

I am submitting this complaint based on recurring drivetrain and structural failures in my 2020 BMW X7 (VIN: [XXX] ), which raise serious concerns about reliability and safety. Most recently, the vehicle exhibited shuddering, power loss, and a “neutral-like” disengagement at low speeds. BMW of ...

Jul 28, 2025 Seats

I am submitting this complaint based on recurring drivetrain and structural failures in my 2020 BMW X7 (VIN: [XXX] ), which raise serious concerns about reliability and safety. Most recently, the vehicle exhibited shuddering, power loss, and a “neutral-like” disengagement at low speeds. BMW of ...

Jul 28, 2025 Power Train

I am submitting this complaint based on recurring drivetrain and structural failures in my 2020 BMW X7 (VIN: [XXX] ), which raise serious concerns about reliability and safety. Most recently, the vehicle exhibited shuddering, power loss, and a “neutral-like” disengagement at low speeds. BMW of ...

Jul 28, 2025 Seats

I am submitting this complaint based on recurring drivetrain and structural failures in my 2020 BMW X7 (VIN: [XXX] ), which raise serious concerns about reliability and safety. Most recently, the vehicle exhibited shuddering, power loss, and a “neutral-like” disengagement at low speeds. BMW of ...

Jun 4, 2025 Power Train

While my wife was driving our 2020 BMW X7M under normal conditions, the vehicle experienced a catastrophic drivetrain and differential failure. According to the BMW dealership’s service manager, internal drivetrain components became disconnected while the vehicle was in motion. This caused parts t...

Jun 4, 2025 Power Train

While my wife was driving our 2020 BMW X7M under normal conditions, the vehicle experienced a catastrophic drivetrain and differential failure. According to the BMW dealership’s service manager, internal drivetrain components became disconnected while the vehicle was in motion. This caused parts t...

May 12, 2025 Electrical System 58,000 mi

The contact owns a 2020 BMW X7. The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle, the engine failed to turn over. The message "Starter Motor Overheating" was displayed; however, there was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was towed to a local dealer where it was diagnosed, and t...

May 12, 2025 Engine And Engine Cooling 58,000 mi

The contact owns a 2020 BMW X7. The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle, the engine failed to turn over. The message "Starter Motor Overheating" was displayed; however, there was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was towed to a local dealer where it was diagnosed, and t...

May 12, 2025 Electrical System 58,000 mi

The contact owns a 2020 BMW X7. The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle, the engine failed to turn over. The message "Starter Motor Overheating" was displayed; however, there was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was towed to a local dealer where it was diagnosed, and t...

May 12, 2025 Engine And Engine Cooling 58,000 mi

The contact owns a 2020 BMW X7. The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle, the engine failed to turn over. The message "Starter Motor Overheating" was displayed; however, there was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was towed to a local dealer where it was diagnosed, and t...

Apr 7, 2025 Power Train

Without warning the vehicle came to an abrupt stop while going about 25 mph. I got out and checked and noticed a liquid dripping from underneath the front area of the vehicle. Later determined it was the front transfer case. I really would hate to think what could have happened at higher speeds. Ag...

Apr 7, 2025 Lane Departure

Without warning the vehicle came to an abrupt stop while going about 25 mph. I got out and checked and noticed a liquid dripping from underneath the front area of the vehicle. Later determined it was the front transfer case. I really would hate to think what could have happened at higher speeds. Ag...

Apr 7, 2025 Forward Collision Avoidance

Without warning the vehicle came to an abrupt stop while going about 25 mph. I got out and checked and noticed a liquid dripping from underneath the front area of the vehicle. Later determined it was the front transfer case. I really would hate to think what could have happened at higher speeds. Ag...

Apr 7, 2025 Power Train

Without warning the vehicle came to an abrupt stop while going about 25 mph. I got out and checked and noticed a liquid dripping from underneath the front area of the vehicle. Later determined it was the front transfer case. I really would hate to think what could have happened at higher speeds. Ag...

Apr 7, 2025 Lane Departure

Without warning the vehicle came to an abrupt stop while going about 25 mph. I got out and checked and noticed a liquid dripping from underneath the front area of the vehicle. Later determined it was the front transfer case. I really would hate to think what could have happened at higher speeds. Ag...

Apr 7, 2025 Forward Collision Avoidance

Without warning the vehicle came to an abrupt stop while going about 25 mph. I got out and checked and noticed a liquid dripping from underneath the front area of the vehicle. Later determined it was the front transfer case. I really would hate to think what could have happened at higher speeds. Ag...

Feb 10, 2025 Electrical System 44,000 mi

The contact owns a 2020 BMW X7. The contact stated that after parking and later attempting to start the vehicle, the message "Starting Engine Possible After Engine Overheat" was displayed, and the vehicle failed to start. The contact waited several hours before the vehicle was able to be restarted. ...

Feb 10, 2025 Engine And Engine Cooling 44,000 mi

The contact owns a 2020 BMW X7. The contact stated that after parking and later attempting to start the vehicle, the message "Starting Engine Possible After Engine Overheat" was displayed, and the vehicle failed to start. The contact waited several hours before the vehicle was able to be restarted. ...

Feb 10, 2025 Electrical System 44,000 mi

The contact owns a 2020 BMW X7. The contact stated that after parking and later attempting to start the vehicle, the message "Starting Engine Possible After Engine Overheat" was displayed, and the vehicle failed to start. The contact waited several hours before the vehicle was able to be restarted. ...

Feb 10, 2025 Engine And Engine Cooling 44,000 mi

The contact owns a 2020 BMW X7. The contact stated that after parking and later attempting to start the vehicle, the message "Starting Engine Possible After Engine Overheat" was displayed, and the vehicle failed to start. The contact waited several hours before the vehicle was able to be restarted. ...

Jan 30, 2025 Seats

Third row seat malfunction sending rear seat back unlocked appearing on dash. Switch for third row seat is faulty and need to be replaced. Warning states a safety issue with seat being unlocked. Inspected by bmw passport. The notice came up 3 days ago on dash vehicle was purchased from global auto ...

Jan 30, 2025 Seats

Third row seat malfunction sending rear seat back unlocked appearing on dash. Switch for third row seat is faulty and need to be replaced. Warning states a safety issue with seat being unlocked. Inspected by bmw passport. The notice came up 3 days ago on dash vehicle was purchased from global auto ...

Dec 10, 2024 Structure

I have noticed that the engine light on my BMW X7 keeps turning on after long rides but then disappears after some time. Upon inspection, I was informed that the issue is related to the active grille shutter, which is located in the front part of the body. While researching to see if others have ex...

Dec 10, 2024 Structure

I have noticed that the engine light on my BMW X7 keeps turning on after long rides but then disappears after some time. Upon inspection, I was informed that the issue is related to the active grille shutter, which is located in the front part of the body. While researching to see if others have ex...

Dec 9, 2024 Unknown Or Other

On August 1st 2024, NHTSA initiated campaign number 24V576000, BMW "Starter Motor May Fail and Overheat". On 10/3 I went into BMW of Bloomfield to get an oil change & address the recall. On 11/23, my car would not start in the middle of traffic. Then on 11/25 I brought in my 2020 X7 to ascertain why...

Dec 9, 2024 Unknown Or Other

On August 1st 2024, NHTSA initiated campaign number 24V576000, BMW "Starter Motor May Fail and Overheat". On 10/3 I went into BMW of Bloomfield to get an oil change & address the recall. On 11/23, my car would not start in the middle of traffic. Then on 11/25 I brought in my 2020 X7 to ascertain why...

Oct 25, 2024 Unknown Or Other

The car just stopped in the middle of the road and wouldn’t restart. The starter is fried. I didn’t know about the starter recall

Oct 25, 2024 Unknown Or Other

The car just stopped in the middle of the road and wouldn’t restart. The starter is fried. I didn’t know about the starter recall

Oct 21, 2024 Air Bags

The failed component was observed when the Restraint warning icon appeared. There was no accident because the vehicle was taken to the BMW dealership for investigation. There is a warning not to drive because the Restraint system may not work properly. This is a safety issue with no work around to o...

Oct 21, 2024 Seat Belts

The failed component was observed when the Restraint warning icon appeared. There was no accident because the vehicle was taken to the BMW dealership for investigation. There is a warning not to drive because the Restraint system may not work properly. This is a safety issue with no work around to o...

Oct 21, 2024 Seats

The failed component was observed when the Restraint warning icon appeared. There was no accident because the vehicle was taken to the BMW dealership for investigation. There is a warning not to drive because the Restraint system may not work properly. This is a safety issue with no work around to o...

Oct 21, 2024 Air Bags

The failed component was observed when the Restraint warning icon appeared. There was no accident because the vehicle was taken to the BMW dealership for investigation. There is a warning not to drive because the Restraint system may not work properly. This is a safety issue with no work around to o...

Oct 21, 2024 Seat Belts

The failed component was observed when the Restraint warning icon appeared. There was no accident because the vehicle was taken to the BMW dealership for investigation. There is a warning not to drive because the Restraint system may not work properly. This is a safety issue with no work around to o...

Oct 21, 2024 Seats

The failed component was observed when the Restraint warning icon appeared. There was no accident because the vehicle was taken to the BMW dealership for investigation. There is a warning not to drive because the Restraint system may not work properly. This is a safety issue with no work around to o...

Oct 14, 2024 Engine

I was driving on the freeway when due to heavy traffic, it was a stop and go. the engine stalled and on re-started on multiple trials. this created a very dangerous situation for an immediate accident as there were vehicles all around me. the engine stalling continued the next day also and I took ...

Oct 14, 2024 Engine

I was driving on the freeway when due to heavy traffic, it was a stop and go. the engine stalled and on re-started on multiple trials. this created a very dangerous situation for an immediate accident as there were vehicles all around me. the engine stalling continued the next day also and I took ...

Apr 24, 2024 Unknown Or Other

While driving the sunshade for the moonroof opens by itself. I try to close it but it takes about a minute before the button to work and then it does it again. Around 3 times in a row. I did not take it to dealer yet since it is out of warranty. It is very distracting while driving and this happens

Apr 24, 2024 Unknown Or Other

While driving the sunshade for the moonroof opens by itself. I try to close it but it takes about a minute before the button to work and then it does it again. Around 3 times in a row. I did not take it to dealer yet since it is out of warranty. It is very distracting while driving and this happens

Apr 3, 2024 Steering 74,000 mi

The contact owns a 2020 BMW X7. The contact stated that while turning the steering wheel in either direction there was a squeaking sound coming from the steering column. The contact stated that over time the failure had become progressively worse, and the steering had become unstable while driving a...

Apr 3, 2024 Steering 74,000 mi

The contact owns a 2020 BMW X7. The contact stated that while turning the steering wheel in either direction there was a squeaking sound coming from the steering column. The contact stated that over time the failure had become progressively worse, and the steering had become unstable while driving a...

Mar 9, 2024 Electrical System

Emergency call system malfunction error on the dash. The SOS system is not working nor the GPS or any associated ContactedDrive services as the Internet is failed too. This is dangerous to have nonworking SOS in case of an emergency. THIS IS A KNOWN ISSUE ON X7 but yet no recall from BMW. The re...

Mar 9, 2024 Electrical System

Emergency call system malfunction error on the dash. The SOS system is not working nor the GPS or any associated ContactedDrive services as the Internet is failed too. This is dangerous to have nonworking SOS in case of an emergency. THIS IS A KNOWN ISSUE ON X7 but yet no recall from BMW. The re...

Dec 22, 2023 Engine Fire

On October 21, 2021 we purchased a 2020 BMW X7 from West Houston Land Rover (AutoNation) in Oct 2021. Purchased extended warranties. Within 3 months: Technicians advised replacing nearly new tires. Car smoked on highway after oil change, dismissed as spilled oil. Nov 28, 2023: Car burst into flames ...

Dec 22, 2023 Engine Fire

On October 21, 2021 we purchased a 2020 BMW X7 from West Houston Land Rover (AutoNation) in Oct 2021. Purchased extended warranties. Within 3 months: Technicians advised replacing nearly new tires. Car smoked on highway after oil change, dismissed as spilled oil. Nov 28, 2023: Car burst into flames ...

Sep 8, 2023 Electrical System

The instrument cluster malfunctions - effectively taking the computer dark. This is so widespread they are indefinitely back ordered. Essential car part that is failing too early in lifecycle — still a new car, not a mileage issue Not safe to drive — must have this part Part is on back order i...

Sep 8, 2023 Unknown Or Other

The instrument cluster malfunctions - effectively taking the computer dark. This is so widespread they are indefinitely back ordered. Essential car part that is failing too early in lifecycle — still a new car, not a mileage issue Not safe to drive — must have this part Part is on back order i...

Sep 8, 2023 Electrical System

The instrument cluster malfunctions - effectively taking the computer dark. This is so widespread they are indefinitely back ordered. Essential car part that is failing too early in lifecycle — still a new car, not a mileage issue Not safe to drive — must have this part Part is on back order i...

Sep 8, 2023 Unknown Or Other

The instrument cluster malfunctions - effectively taking the computer dark. This is so widespread they are indefinitely back ordered. Essential car part that is failing too early in lifecycle — still a new car, not a mileage issue Not safe to drive — must have this part Part is on back order i...

Aug 1, 2023 Fuel/propulsion System

Engine shut off after a brief warning message on the dash while highway driving. I don't remember the exact words but it was a "drivetrain" problem. After the the message came on the car sputtered 2 or 3 times and then the engine shut down without warning. The car would not re-start. The car was stu...

Aug 1, 2023 Engine

Engine shut off after a brief warning message on the dash while highway driving. I don't remember the exact words but it was a "drivetrain" problem. After the the message came on the car sputtered 2 or 3 times and then the engine shut down without warning. The car would not re-start. The car was stu...

Aug 1, 2023 Power Train

Engine shut off after a brief warning message on the dash while highway driving. I don't remember the exact words but it was a "drivetrain" problem. After the the message came on the car sputtered 2 or 3 times and then the engine shut down without warning. The car would not re-start. The car was stu...

Aug 1, 2023 Fuel/propulsion System

Engine shut off after a brief warning message on the dash while highway driving. I don't remember the exact words but it was a "drivetrain" problem. After the the message came on the car sputtered 2 or 3 times and then the engine shut down without warning. The car would not re-start. The car was stu...

Aug 1, 2023 Engine

Engine shut off after a brief warning message on the dash while highway driving. I don't remember the exact words but it was a "drivetrain" problem. After the the message came on the car sputtered 2 or 3 times and then the engine shut down without warning. The car would not re-start. The car was stu...

Aug 1, 2023 Power Train

Engine shut off after a brief warning message on the dash while highway driving. I don't remember the exact words but it was a "drivetrain" problem. After the the message came on the car sputtered 2 or 3 times and then the engine shut down without warning. The car would not re-start. The car was stu...

May 4, 2022 Back Over Prevention

Cross traffic alert system does not work. When backing out of drive ways or parking spots there are no audible warnings or automatic braking. I've almost hit people walking behind my car while backing out of a parking space. Additionally, myself and others have complained about this on automobile...

May 4, 2022 Back Over Prevention

Cross traffic alert system does not work. When backing out of drive ways or parking spots there are no audible warnings or automatic braking. I've almost hit people walking behind my car while backing out of a parking space. Additionally, myself and others have complained about this on automobile...

Apr 11, 2022 Electrical System Fire

On 11/23/2021 while driving the computer screen stated malfunction with personal protection device with in 10 seconds the rear of the car burst into flames the fire inspector from our insurance company traced the cause of the event to the fuse box neither BMW or the dealership will take any responsi...

Apr 11, 2022 Electrical System Fire

On 11/23/2021 while driving the computer screen stated malfunction with personal protection device with in 10 seconds the rear of the car burst into flames the fire inspector from our insurance company traced the cause of the event to the fuse box neither BMW or the dealership will take any responsi...

Nov 28, 2021 Unknown Or Other Fire

The BMW X7 caught on fire going down the HW.

Nov 28, 2021 Unknown Or Other Fire

The BMW X7 caught on fire going down the HW.

Apr 4, 2021 Service Brakes 7,940 mi

WHILE DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY AT 70MPH, MY STEERING AND BRAKE SYSTEM BECOME LESS RESPONSIVE. COULD NOT BRAKE FULLY. ELECTRONIC CONSOLE GAVE A NUMEROUS WARNING ALERTS, INCLUDING: CROSS TRAFFIC WARNING, FOUR WHEEL DRIVE SYSTEM TEMPORARILY NOT AVAILABLE, RESTRAINT SYSTEM MALFUNCTION, AND POSSIBLE CHAS...

Apr 4, 2021 Electrical System 7,940 mi

WHILE DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY AT 70MPH, MY STEERING AND BRAKE SYSTEM BECOME LESS RESPONSIVE. COULD NOT BRAKE FULLY. ELECTRONIC CONSOLE GAVE A NUMEROUS WARNING ALERTS, INCLUDING: CROSS TRAFFIC WARNING, FOUR WHEEL DRIVE SYSTEM TEMPORARILY NOT AVAILABLE, RESTRAINT SYSTEM MALFUNCTION, AND POSSIBLE CHAS...

Apr 4, 2021 Steering 7,940 mi

WHILE DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY AT 70MPH, MY STEERING AND BRAKE SYSTEM BECOME LESS RESPONSIVE. COULD NOT BRAKE FULLY. ELECTRONIC CONSOLE GAVE A NUMEROUS WARNING ALERTS, INCLUDING: CROSS TRAFFIC WARNING, FOUR WHEEL DRIVE SYSTEM TEMPORARILY NOT AVAILABLE, RESTRAINT SYSTEM MALFUNCTION, AND POSSIBLE CHAS...

Apr 4, 2021 Service Brakes 7,940 mi

WHILE DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY AT 70MPH, MY STEERING AND BRAKE SYSTEM BECOME LESS RESPONSIVE. COULD NOT BRAKE FULLY. ELECTRONIC CONSOLE GAVE A NUMEROUS WARNING ALERTS, INCLUDING: CROSS TRAFFIC WARNING, FOUR WHEEL DRIVE SYSTEM TEMPORARILY NOT AVAILABLE, RESTRAINT SYSTEM MALFUNCTION, AND POSSIBLE CHAS...

Apr 4, 2021 Electrical System 7,940 mi

WHILE DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY AT 70MPH, MY STEERING AND BRAKE SYSTEM BECOME LESS RESPONSIVE. COULD NOT BRAKE FULLY. ELECTRONIC CONSOLE GAVE A NUMEROUS WARNING ALERTS, INCLUDING: CROSS TRAFFIC WARNING, FOUR WHEEL DRIVE SYSTEM TEMPORARILY NOT AVAILABLE, RESTRAINT SYSTEM MALFUNCTION, AND POSSIBLE CHAS...

Apr 4, 2021 Steering 7,940 mi

WHILE DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY AT 70MPH, MY STEERING AND BRAKE SYSTEM BECOME LESS RESPONSIVE. COULD NOT BRAKE FULLY. ELECTRONIC CONSOLE GAVE A NUMEROUS WARNING ALERTS, INCLUDING: CROSS TRAFFIC WARNING, FOUR WHEEL DRIVE SYSTEM TEMPORARILY NOT AVAILABLE, RESTRAINT SYSTEM MALFUNCTION, AND POSSIBLE CHAS...

Mar 22, 2021 Engine 14,191 mi

我的BMW X7 M50I开在高速公路上,全车突然没有任何动力,然后我打了BMW ROADSIDE ASSISTANT,在I80-W高速公路&#1997...

Mar 22, 2021 Fuel/propulsion System 14,191 mi

我的BMW X7 M50I开在高速公路上,全车突然没有任何动力,然后我打了BMW ROADSIDE ASSISTANT,在I80-W高速公路&#1997...

Mar 22, 2021 Power Train 14,191 mi

我的BMW X7 M50I开在高速公路上,全车突然没有任何动力,然后我打了BMW ROADSIDE ASSISTANT,在I80-W高速公路&#1997...

Mar 22, 2021 Engine 14,191 mi

我的BMW X7 M50I开在高速公路上,全车突然没有任何动力,然后我打了BMW ROADSIDE ASSISTANT,在I80-W高速公路&#1997...

Mar 22, 2021 Fuel/propulsion System 14,191 mi

我的BMW X7 M50I开在高速公路上,全车突然没有任何动力,然后我打了BMW ROADSIDE ASSISTANT,在I80-W高速公路&#1997...

Mar 22, 2021 Power Train 14,191 mi

我的BMW X7 M50I开在高速公路上,全车突然没有任何动力,然后我打了BMW ROADSIDE ASSISTANT,在I80-W高速公路&#1997...

Dec 21, 2020 Power Train Crash 9,800 mi

ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 17TH, AROUND 7PM ET, I PARKED IN FRONT OF A BUILDING COMPLEX. THE CAR WAS IN PARKING MOD WITH ENGINE ON. I WAS TALKING TO MY BROTHER IN LAW IN THE CAR WHEN WITHIN 4-5 MIN FROM THE TIME OF THE CAR WAS IN FULL STOP, WE HEARD THE ENGINE ROARING LOUDER AND LOUDER AND THE CAR ACCELER...

Dec 21, 2020 Forward Collision Avoidance Crash 9,800 mi

ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 17TH, AROUND 7PM ET, I PARKED IN FRONT OF A BUILDING COMPLEX. THE CAR WAS IN PARKING MOD WITH ENGINE ON. I WAS TALKING TO MY BROTHER IN LAW IN THE CAR WHEN WITHIN 4-5 MIN FROM THE TIME OF THE CAR WAS IN FULL STOP, WE HEARD THE ENGINE ROARING LOUDER AND LOUDER AND THE CAR ACCELER...

Dec 21, 2020 Forward Collision Avoidance Crash 9,800 mi

ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 17TH, AROUND 7PM ET, I PARKED IN FRONT OF A BUILDING COMPLEX. THE CAR WAS IN PARKING MOD WITH ENGINE ON. I WAS TALKING TO MY BROTHER IN LAW IN THE CAR WHEN WITHIN 4-5 MIN FROM THE TIME OF THE CAR WAS IN FULL STOP, WE HEARD THE ENGINE ROARING LOUDER AND LOUDER AND THE CAR ACCELER...

Dec 21, 2020 Power Train Crash 9,800 mi

ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 17TH, AROUND 7PM ET, I PARKED IN FRONT OF A BUILDING COMPLEX. THE CAR WAS IN PARKING MOD WITH ENGINE ON. I WAS TALKING TO MY BROTHER IN LAW IN THE CAR WHEN WITHIN 4-5 MIN FROM THE TIME OF THE CAR WAS IN FULL STOP, WE HEARD THE ENGINE ROARING LOUDER AND LOUDER AND THE CAR ACCELER...

Dec 21, 2020 Forward Collision Avoidance Crash 9,800 mi

ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 17TH, AROUND 7PM ET, I PARKED IN FRONT OF A BUILDING COMPLEX. THE CAR WAS IN PARKING MOD WITH ENGINE ON. I WAS TALKING TO MY BROTHER IN LAW IN THE CAR WHEN WITHIN 4-5 MIN FROM THE TIME OF THE CAR WAS IN FULL STOP, WE HEARD THE ENGINE ROARING LOUDER AND LOUDER AND THE CAR ACCELER...

Dec 21, 2020 Forward Collision Avoidance Crash 9,800 mi

ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 17TH, AROUND 7PM ET, I PARKED IN FRONT OF A BUILDING COMPLEX. THE CAR WAS IN PARKING MOD WITH ENGINE ON. I WAS TALKING TO MY BROTHER IN LAW IN THE CAR WHEN WITHIN 4-5 MIN FROM THE TIME OF THE CAR WAS IN FULL STOP, WE HEARD THE ENGINE ROARING LOUDER AND LOUDER AND THE CAR ACCELER...

Nov 11, 2020 Unknown Or Other 2,000 mi

I WAS CALLED BY A BMW REPRESENTATIVE AND TOLD A SAFETY RECALL WAS IN AFFECT AND I WAS NOT TO DRIVE MY BRAND NEW BMW X7 NOT EVEN TO THE DEALERSHIP. THEY WOULD ARRANGE TO COME GET IT VIA A WRECKER AND WOULD BE KEEPING IT APPROXIMATELY A MONTH. NO ONE WILL DISCLOSE TO ME THE ISSUE OR THE FIX. THEY A...

Nov 11, 2020 Unknown Or Other 2,000 mi

I WAS CALLED BY A BMW REPRESENTATIVE AND TOLD A SAFETY RECALL WAS IN AFFECT AND I WAS NOT TO DRIVE MY BRAND NEW BMW X7 NOT EVEN TO THE DEALERSHIP. THEY WOULD ARRANGE TO COME GET IT VIA A WRECKER AND WOULD BE KEEPING IT APPROXIMATELY A MONTH. NO ONE WILL DISCLOSE TO ME THE ISSUE OR THE FIX. THEY A...

Jun 9, 2020 Structure 750 mi

DRIVING NEW BMW X7 (LESS THAN 1000 TOTAL MILES) ON MARYLAND INTERSTATE & PANORAMIC SUNROOF SPONTANEOUSLY CRACKED AND PIECES FELL INTO THE CAR. NO INDICATION OF SOMETHING FALLING ONTO THE ROOF - SUNNY, CLEAR DAY, VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION AND NOT UNDERNEATH A BRIDGE OR ANY OTHER STRUCTURE. *TR

Jun 9, 2020 Structure 750 mi

DRIVING NEW BMW X7 (LESS THAN 1000 TOTAL MILES) ON MARYLAND INTERSTATE & PANORAMIC SUNROOF SPONTANEOUSLY CRACKED AND PIECES FELL INTO THE CAR. NO INDICATION OF SOMETHING FALLING ONTO THE ROOF - SUNNY, CLEAR DAY, VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION AND NOT UNDERNEATH A BRIDGE OR ANY OTHER STRUCTURE. *TR

Oct 25, 2019 Structure 1,000 mi

ON AUGUST 27, 2019, I PURCHASED A 2020 BMW X7. SINCE PURCHASING THE VEHICLE, IT'S BEEN RETURNED FOR REPAIRS AT TWO AUTHORIZED DEALERS AT LEAST TWO TIMES AND SPENDS TWO WEEKS OF MY 2 MONTHS OWNERSHIP IN THE SERVICE. ACCORDING TO THE AUTHORIZED DEALER, THE DEFECTS AFFECTING THE VEHICLE AND CREATING UN...

Oct 25, 2019 Unknown Or Other 1,000 mi

ON AUGUST 27, 2019, I PURCHASED A 2020 BMW X7. SINCE PURCHASING THE VEHICLE, IT'S BEEN RETURNED FOR REPAIRS AT TWO AUTHORIZED DEALERS AT LEAST TWO TIMES AND SPENDS TWO WEEKS OF MY 2 MONTHS OWNERSHIP IN THE SERVICE. ACCORDING TO THE AUTHORIZED DEALER, THE DEFECTS AFFECTING THE VEHICLE AND CREATING UN...

Oct 25, 2019 Structure 1,000 mi

ON AUGUST 27, 2019, I PURCHASED A 2020 BMW X7. SINCE PURCHASING THE VEHICLE, IT'S BEEN RETURNED FOR REPAIRS AT TWO AUTHORIZED DEALERS AT LEAST TWO TIMES AND SPENDS TWO WEEKS OF MY 2 MONTHS OWNERSHIP IN THE SERVICE. ACCORDING TO THE AUTHORIZED DEALER, THE DEFECTS AFFECTING THE VEHICLE AND CREATING UN...

Oct 25, 2019 Unknown Or Other 1,000 mi

ON AUGUST 27, 2019, I PURCHASED A 2020 BMW X7. SINCE PURCHASING THE VEHICLE, IT'S BEEN RETURNED FOR REPAIRS AT TWO AUTHORIZED DEALERS AT LEAST TWO TIMES AND SPENDS TWO WEEKS OF MY 2 MONTHS OWNERSHIP IN THE SERVICE. ACCORDING TO THE AUTHORIZED DEALER, THE DEFECTS AFFECTING THE VEHICLE AND CREATING UN...