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2024 BMW X5 Problems, Recalls & Reliability

Verdict

Avoid

Complaint Index

100/100

#1 most-complained of 16 X5 years

The 2024 BMW X5 ranks worst of all 16 model years tracked, with a complaint index of 100 and 145 complaints, 90 of them about brakes. It carries 8 recalls, mostly for the integrated brake system, making it the year to avoid in this model line.

Complaints
145
Recalls
8
Crashes / fires
9 / 1
Injuries / deaths
3 / 0
NHTSA overall rating
4 / 5 ★
EPA combined MPG
22
20 city / 24.5 hwy

Top 2024 BMW X5 problems

NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.

  1. Brakes90 (62%)
  2. Electrical System26 (18%)
  3. Collision Avoidance & Cameras20 (14%)
  4. Engine18 (12%)
  5. Transmission & Powertrain16 (11%)
  6. Other9 (6%)
  7. Visibility & Wipers5 (3%)
  8. Fuel System4 (3%)
  9. Airbags3 (2%)
  10. Steering3 (2%)

What owners report

  • Owners report the integrated brake system losing power assist or failing to stop the vehicle, causing the car to plow into vehicles ahead at low speed.
  • Some drivers say pressing the brake pedal caused the car to accelerate instead of stopping during parking maneuvers.
  • One owner said a recall repair for the brake system (Campaign 24V104000) was delayed because the replacement part was unavailable.
  • Drivers report drivetrain malfunction warnings that disabled the transmission and required towing, sometimes with no prior warning light.
  • One owner described the parking assist camera feature failing to behave as expected while attempting an automated parking maneuver.
  • An owner reported the vehicle rolling over after the integrated brake system and dynamic safety control failed to activate on a wet highway.
2024 BMW X5 complaints: complaints filed per month18Jul 2023Mar 2024Aug 2024Jan 2025Jun 2025Nov 2025Apr 2026Sep 2026
195 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jul 2023 to Sep 2026; peak Oct 2024 (18).

2024 BMW X5 recalls

8 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.

  1. NHTSA 26V422000Jul 1, 2026Brakes428 vehicles

    Service brakes, hydraulic:power assist:electric:control module

    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.

    Risk: 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. NHTSA 24V739000Oct 2, 2024Brakes11,579 vehicles

    Service brakes, hydraulic:power assist:electric:control module

    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.

    Risk: 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.

  3. NHTSA 24V697000Sep 18, 2024Brakes309 vehicles

    Electronic stability control (esc):control module

    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.

    Risk: 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.

See all 8 recalls for the 2024 BMW X5 →

2024 BMW X5 fuel economy and fuel cost

City
20 MPG
Highway
24.5 MPG
Combined
22 MPG
Annual fuel cost (EPA)
$3,700
15,000 mi/yr
Fuel
Premium
Current regular gas
$4.32/gal
national avg.

EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.

2024 compared with other X5 years

Complaint Index by model year (0 = fewest issues, 100 = most)0255075100’10’11’12’13’14’15’16’17’18’19’20’21’22’23’24’25
Complaint Index: 0 = fewest issues, 100 = most, relative to other years of this model. Avoid Caution Good Best
YearVerdictIndexComplaintsRecallsMPG
2022Good4069119
2023Best2032419
2024Avoid100145822
2025Avoid9361522

All BMW X5 years: best and worst →

Frequently asked questions

Is the 2024 BMW X5 reliable?
Based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2024 X5 has the worst complaint index (100) of all 16 model years tracked, ranking it 1st worst overall, so it is rated Avoid relative to other X5 years.
What is the main problem with the 2024 BMW X5?
Brakes are the top problem area, accounting for 90 of 145 complaints (62%), with a median mileage at failure of 5,315 miles.
Does the 2024 BMW X5 have a brake recall?
Yes. NHTSA lists multiple brake-related recalls for the 2024 X5, including campaigns 24V104000, 24V697000, 24V739000, and 26V422000, all involving the integrated brake system.
How many recalls does the 2024 BMW X5 have?
NHTSA lists 8 recalls for the 2024 X5, covering brakes, airbags, structure/body, and other components; none are do-not-drive recalls.
How does the 2024 X5 compare to other years?
The 2024 X5 has a complaint index of 100, the highest among all 16 tracked years, while years like 2016, 2017, and 2018 rank Best with indexes of 0, 13, and 7.

Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint and recall databases; U.S. EPA fuel economy data; NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

Data updated Sep 24, 2026. Read the methodology and data sources. The Complaint Index is based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls; it is not a reliability rating.