The 2024 BMW X5 is a midsize luxury suv from Germany. Below are the specifications, open safety recalls and NHTSA data available for this specific model year. Decode a 2024 X5 VIN to see the exact trim, engine and equipment for one particular vehicle.
Overview
The BMW X5 is a midsize luxury SUV combining performance, technology and a refined, spacious cabin.
Specifications at a glance
Basic build info
Model year
2024
Make
BMW
Model
X5
Body
Midsize Luxury SUV
Country of origin
Germany
Available engines (model line)
Engine
3.0L turbo inline-6
Engine
4.4L twin-turbo V8
Engine
Plug-in hybrid
Model-year-exact trim, engine and equipment vary by VIN. Decode the specific VIN above to confirm.
NHTSA safety ratings
★★★★☆
Overall
★★★★☆
Frontal
★★★★★
Side
★★★★☆
Rollover
Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (NCAP).
NHTSA safety recalls — 2024 BMW X5
8
open recall campaigns on file with NHTSA for this year/make/model. Repairs are free at any authorized BMW dealer (within 10 years of first sale). See all recalls →
AIR BAGS:KNEE BOLSTER
Campaign: 23V471000 · Filed: 10/07/2023
Defect description: 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.
Corrective action: 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.
AIR BAGS
Campaign: 23V622000 · Filed: 07/09/2023
Defect description: 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.
Corrective action: 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.
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
Campaign: 24V104000 · Filed: 12/02/2024
Defect description: 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.
Corrective action: 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.
STRUCTURE:INTERIOR PANELS:DASHBOARD
Campaign: 24V138000 · Filed: 23/02/2024
Defect description: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2024 X5 sDrive40i, X5 xDrive40i and X7 xDrive40i vehicles. The instrument panel may not have been manufactured properly, which can result in improper air bag deployment or the panel separating during air bag deployment.
Consequence: Instrument panel separation during air bag deployment can result in pieces of the panel striking occupants. Improper air bag deployment may not restrain an occupant as intended during a crash. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of injury.
Corrective action: Dealers will replace the instrument panel, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 16, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Campaign: 24V327000 · Filed: 10/05/2024
Defect description: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2024-2025 X5 xDrive40i vehicles. The tire information placard may indicate an incorrect tire size and tire pressure. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
Consequence: Incorrect tire information can allow an incorrectly sized tire to be installed or result in improperly inflated tires, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective action: Dealers will replace the tire information placard, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 9, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Source: NHTSA Recalls API. Snapshot last checked: October 19, 2026. Recall status changes — verify by VIN for any vehicle you own or plan to buy.
Common problems to check on this generation
Coolant and oil leaks
Air-suspension failures
Costly electronics repairs
Applies to the model line as a whole; the 2024 model year may have specific TSBs, always verify by VIN.
Owner-reported problems — 2024 X5
145
owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this year/make/model. Complaints are self-reported by owners and are separate from formal recalls.
Most-reported problem areas:
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) — 46 reports
SERVICE BRAKES — 19 reports
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC),SERVICE BRAKES — 9 reports
POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE — 12/30/2024
2024 July summer time, the compressor started same issue as the temperature increased. All of a sudden, the car was started showing major “drivetrain error” and “high voltage battery error”. I have taken the car again back to the same dealership and this time the car was starting to show major system failures. I have kept BMW in the email loop and at the first instance itself I have called out that cooling issues can cause battery issues, and it happened exactly like that after 7 months.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) — 12/27/2024
The contact owns a 2024 BMW X5. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V104000 (ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC), SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The local dealer was contacted and it was confirmed that the part was not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced the failur
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) — 12/27/2024
The contact owns a 2024 BMW X5. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V104000 (Electronic Stability Control (ESC), Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was contacted. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
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The 2024 X5 is a Midsize Luxury SUV. Decode a specific VIN above for the exact trim, engine, transmission and factory options for one particular vehicle.
Are there recalls on the 2024 X5?
Yes — 8 recalls on record. Repairs are free at any authorized dealer.
Is the 2024 BMW X5 reliable?
Refined and capable, but expensive to maintain; verify service records.
Values vary by trim, mileage, condition and region. Check Kelley Blue Book, Edmunds and NADA/J.D. Power for a range, see our guide comparing them — and pair with 5–10 local listings for your exact year and mileage.
What common problems should I watch for on a 2024 X5?
Segment-wide issues like brake and suspension wear are the norm at this age; model-specific issues vary by generation. Review the "common problems" section above, check NHTSA complaints and TSBs for the specific year, and get an independent inspection focused on those areas.
Sources on this page:NHTSA vPIC (specifications),
NHTSA Recalls,
NHTSA NCAP (safety),
EPA FuelEconomy.gov (MPG),
NHTSA Complaints, SAE J2012 (OBD-II standard). VinSpecs is an independent service, not affiliated with BMW or any government agency.