BMW Recalls (2010-2026)
BMW has 266 recall campaigns on record across 24 models and the 2010 to 2026 model years. Most involve the electrical system, air bags, and engine and engine cooling.
BMW scores 36 out of 100 (grade D) for recall severity, which ranks it 42 of 52 makes and busier than most brands. The score is the recall-weighted average of its models, so the brands with the most do-not-drive and critical-safety recalls sit at the bottom. How the score works.
In total, NHTSA lists 266 BMW recall campaigns across 24 models for the 2010-2026 model years. The single largest affected 917,106 vehicles. The system recalled most often is the electrical system.
A high recall count usually tracks how many cars a brand sells and how long its models have been on the road, not how dangerous they are. The safety score below adjusts for that by weighing how serious and recent each recall is. The table further down breaks every BMW model out so you can see which ones drive the count.
BMW recalls by year
BMW recalls by affected system
How BMW compares
Makes ranked by recall-severity score (higher is better). BMW is highlighted.
| Rank | Make | Score | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| #39 | Ram | D 38 | 193 |
| #40 | GMC | D 37 | 214 |
| #41 | Fiat | D 37 | 24 |
| #42 | BMW | D 36 | 266 |
| #43 | Saturn | D 34 | 9 |
| #44 | Mazda | D 33 | 78 |
| #45 | Rivian | D 33 | 23 |
All BMW models
| Model | Score | Recalls | Largest recall | Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| X5 | D 26 | 82 | 917,106 | 2010-2026 |
| 3 Series | C 42 | 63 | 917,106 | 2010-2025 |
| X3 | D 28 | 63 | 917,106 | 2010-2026 |
| 5 Series | C 48 | 61 | 917,106 | 2010-2026 |
| X6 | F 12 | 47 | 840,000 | 2010-2026 |
| 7 Series | B 66 | 42 | 266,716 | 2010-2026 |
| X7 | B 66 | 33 | 266,716 | 2019-2026 |
| 4 Series | D 21 | 32 | 720,796 | 2014-2026 |
| X4 | D 31 | 30 | 720,796 | 2014-2026 |
| X1 | D 25 | 27 | 840,000 | 2012-2026 |
| 2 Series | F 16 | 23 | 720,796 | 2014-2026 |
| Z4 | B 71 | 23 | 917,106 | 2010-2026 |
| i7 | F 12 | 15 | 266,716 | 2023-2025 |
| 6 Series | B 72 | 14 | 367,682 | 2010-2019 |
| 8 Series | D 34 | 12 | 257,473 | 2019-2026 |
| i4 | F 4 | 12 | 71,286 | 2022-2025 |
| iX | F 4 | 12 | 71,286 | 2022-2025 |
| 1 Series | A 88 | 10 | 917,106 | 2010-2013 |
| i5 | F 11 | 10 | 266,716 | 2024-2026 |
| X2 | D 22 | 9 | 266,716 | 2018-2026 |
| XM | F 10 | 9 | 266,716 | 2023-2024 |
| i3 | B 67 | 8 | 32,000 | 2014-2019 |
| i8 | B 74 | 6 | 4,509 | 2014-2020 |
| Alpina | A 85 | 4 | 3,256 | 2020-2025 |
Recent BMW recalls
- 5 Series
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2022-2026 840i, 840i xDrive, 2021-2023 540i, 540i xDrive, M550i xDrive, and 2024-2026 750e xDrive vehicles. The connection between the driveshaft a…
- X3
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2024-2026 X3 sDrive30i, X3 30 xDrive, and X3 M50 xDrive vehicles. The steering spindle may have been incorrectly attached to the steering column.
- 2 Series
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Toyota Supra, 2022-2025 2 Series Coupe, 2021-2023 5 Series, 2022-2026 Z4, 2023-2024 4 Series Gran Coupe, 4 Series Convertible, 4 Series C…
- 3 Series
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018-2020 530e xDrive, 2017-2019 740Le xDrive, 2018-2020 530e iPerformance, 2016-2018 330e iPerformance vehicles. The engine starter relay may corr…
- 5 Series
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, 202…
- 5 Series
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2025 M5 Sportswagon, 2025-2026 M5, 2024-2025 750e xDrive, 2025-2026 550e xDrive, 2023-2025 I7, 2023-2025 7 Series, 2024-2026 i5, and 5 Series vehic…
- 2 Series
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2026 228i Gran Coupe, 228i xDrive Gran Coupe, and M235i xDrive Gran Coupe vehicles. These vehicles are equipped with rear lights that may not funct…
- 2 Series
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Toyota Supra, 2022-2023 2 Series Coupe, 2021-2024 5 Series (xDrive), 2021-2022 Z4, 2022-2024 4 Series (Gran Coupe), 2021-2024 4 Series (C…
Common questions about BMW recalls
- How many recalls does BMW have?
- NHTSA has 266 BMW recall campaigns on record across 24 models for the 2010 to 2026 model years. The most common areas are the electrical system, air bags, and engine and engine cooling.
- Which BMW has the most recalls?
- The BMW X5 has the most recall campaigns of any BMW model in our records. A model with more recalls is often just the brand's best-seller, on the road in larger numbers and for more years.
- Is BMW reliable when it comes to recalls?
- BMW scores 36 out of 100 for recall severity, ranking 42 of 52 makes we track. The score looks at how serious the recalls are, such as do-not-drive warnings and critical safety systems, rather than the raw count.
- How do I check a BMW for recalls?
- Open the model you want from the list below to see its full recall history, or enter your 17-digit VIN on the recall check page to see the open recalls for one specific BMW. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.
Recalls for other makes
Recall data comes from NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation. For sourcing and how the safety score is built, see the methodology and data sources. This page is a reference, not legal or safety advice.