Engine
3.0L 6-cyl
How to read this file. Complaint records are unverified owner submissions to the federal safety agency. Counts are raw, not adjusted for sales volume or vehicle age. Recall campaigns apply to the model; only a VIN check shows whether this car is affected or repaired. Parts shown are named by an editorial note or listed as a search directory; none is a diagnosis. Full methodology.
Fault profile
Complaint-component records on this vehicle, grouped by family. A complaint naming two systems counts once in each.
Complaints are owner-reported and not verified by the agency.
When it fails
The timing of this vehicle's reported failures, from the complaint file itself. A cluster tells you what to expect and when; it is shaped by reporting behavior as well as by the vehicle.
Vehicle age when the failure occurred
Years between the model year and the owner's reported failure date. Based on 61 of 62 complaints with a usable failure date.
Known issues
The component families with the most complaint records against this vehicle. Counts, crash and fire figures belong to the whole family, not to any single named issue. Parts listed are related system parts, not a diagnosis.
Brakes
30 complaint records4 crash reports
"NHTSA issued a recall (#24v-104) in Feb of 2024. As yet (1 1/2 years later), no remedy is available. How long must I be at risk of a motor vehicle accident before a solution is available?..."- one owner's federal complaint about this system; it may not describe the issue named above
Parts
No specific part is named for this issue. Browse brakes parts in the directory →
Stability control
18 complaint records1 crash report
Owners filed 18 complaint records naming this system.
Parts
No specific part is named for this issue. Browse stability control parts in the directory →
Driver assistance
18 complaint records7 crash reports
"My cross traffic warning system is inoperative. Dealer said the sensors are operating normally. This is a safety hazard...."- one owner's federal complaint about this system; it may not describe the issue named above
Parts
No specific part is named for this issue. Browse driver assistance parts in the directory →
Recall campaigns
Safety-recall remedies are normally provided at no charge. Under US federal law the mandatory free remedy applies when the vehicle was no more than 15 years old at the time the defect was determined; manufacturers often cover older vehicles voluntarily. Canadian rules differ. Confirm eligibility with the manufacturer using the VIN. Each campaign number links to the federal record.
| Campaign | Component | Summary | Remedy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26V422000 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 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... | Normally free |
| 24V697000 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 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... | Normally free |
| 24V345000 | Seat Belts | 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. | Normally free |
| 24V327000 | Equipment | 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. | Normally free |
| 24V104000 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 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. | Normally free |
Transport Canada recalls
Recalls issued under Canadian law for this model year, from Transport Canada's Vehicle Recalls Database. Matched by model name, so a Canadian-market variant may appear here that was sold under another name in the US. Units are Canadian vehicles affected.
| Recall | System | Units (CA) | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024539 2024-09-18 | Brakes | 30 | Issue: On certain vehicles, a motor in the integrated brake control module could fail and cause reduced power brake assist and a loss of rear hydraulic brakes. |
| 2024544 2024-08-15 | Label | 587,250 | Issue: On certain vehicles, the tire and loading information label does not list that there is no spare tire in both official languages. The label reads as "NONE" when it should read as "NONE / AUCUN". |
| 2024456 2024-08-12 | Brakes | 22,954 | Issue: On certain vehicles, a problem with the integrated brake system could cause reduced power brake assist. |
Service bulletins and warranty extensions
Manufacturer communications to dealers on file with the federal agency: repair instructions, service campaigns, and warranty extensions. A warranty extension means the manufacturer may pay for a repair the recall table does not cover.
| Bulletin | Type | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| B120326 Jun 2026 | WARRANTY EXTENSION | Electrical System | Due to an implementation error in various OBD diagnostics in the vehicle's control units, in very rare cases itmay happen that stored fault memory codes (DTCs) and the MIL (warning light) are not automaticallydeleted even though the underlying malfunction has already been... |
| B064326 Aug 2026 | Unknown Or Other | Fastening Elements Return | |
| B110326 Aug 2026 | Engine | This Service Bulletin provides instructions to clean the intake valves using the BMW Carbon Blaster Tool P/N 81 29 2 208 034 and the S68T / XB1T Kit P/N 83 30 5 BAD 3D5. | |
| B063826 Aug 2026 | Power Train | Shaft Return | |
| B110326 Jul 2026 | Engine | This Service Bulletin provides instructions to clean the intake valves using the BMW Carbon Blaster Tool |
Show 55 more bulletins
| Bulletin | Type | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| B120326 Jul 2026 | Engine | Due to an implementation error in various OBD diagnostics in the vehicle's control units, in very rare cases itmay happen that stored fault memory codes (DTCs) and the MIL (warning light) are not automaticallydeleted even though the underlying malfunction has already been... | |
| B510726 Jul 2026 | SERVICE CAMPAIGN | Structure | In the affected vehicles, an incorrect screwlocking device (circled) may have been usedfor the mounting bolts of the door latch locks. |
| B120626 Jun 2026 | SERVICE CAMPAIGN | Electrical System | In these vehicles with an S68 engine, an incorrect diagnosis of the Valvetronic (VVT) may occur. Undercertain operating conditions, the software may detect a short-circuit in the valve control system even thoughthere is no fault. |
| B610126 Jun 2026 | Electrical System | During vehicle start-up the Secure Element (SE) of the BCP may fail causing communication errors. TheCheck Control message “Drive carefully. Driving stabilisation.” will appear. In addition, the fault memoryentries below will be stored within 40 seconds of each other. | |
| B651426 Jun 2026 | Electrical System | The vehicle may experience various operational issues with Apple CarPlay Projected Modes such as: Dropped connections No automatic reconnection Display errors | |
| B120626DCS May 2026 | Engine | Update - Variable Valve Timing | |
| B120626 May 2026 | SERVICE CAMPAIGN | Engine | DELIVERY STOP: VARIABLE VALVE TIMING |
| B652025 May 2026 | Electrical System | After replacing the Multifunctional Display (MFD), the Central Information Display (CID) is black. The backlight of the CID is illuminated, and touch function does register an audible sound. | |
| B610926 May 2026 | Electrical System | An error in the Battery Management Electronics (SME) can lead to an interruption in communication, which can lead to the high-voltage system being turned off. | |
| B640320 May 2026 | Structure | The center console and front cup holder get noticeably too warm to the touch on long journeys with the interior "Heating on". | |
| InVeh-InApp-Comm Mar 2026 | SOFTWARE UPDATE | Service Brakes | It was determined that your vehicle was fitted with a brake booster that potentially has a faulty hydraulic valve. This may result in a modified pedal feel and a sporadic red Check Control message. The brake booster should be replaced. |
| B512224 Mar 2026 | Structure | On the main door seal, detachment behaviorcan be detected at the sealing joint . Over time, the seal gradually and increasinglydetaches which can cause it to- Dangle Become visible to the customer Prevent the door from closing properly | |
| B630725 Mar 2026 | Exterior Lighting | The check control message(s) for the (brakelights, taillights, side lights, turn indicator,daytime driving lights) taillamps (highlightedin orange in the photo) is intermittentlydisplayed. | |
| B650826 Mar 2026 | Electrical System | After the software update to version …25-07-5XX, existing activation points for the “Automate My Habits”function no longer work. | |
| B120326 Mar 2026 | Electrical System | BMW AG is conducting Voluntary Emissions Recall (effective March 11, 2026) on certain Model Year 2023 -2026 BMW vehicles that were produced between January 14, 2022, and September 16, 2025. | |
| B520126 Mar 2026 | Seats | The customer brings vehicle in with one or both of the second row 60/40 split seats in the folded position.The seat does not respond to any requests from the second seat row seat switch button(s). | |
| B610126 Feb 2026 | Electrical System | During vehicle start-up the Secure Element (SE) of the BCP may fail causing communication errors. TheCheck Control message “Drive carefully. Driving stabilisation.” will appear. In addition, the fault memoryentries below will be stored within 40 seconds of each other. | |
| B652725 Feb 2026 | Electrical System | The vehicle may experience various operational issues with the infotainment system such as: Resets of the head unit Delayed start-up of the head unit (longer than 30 seconds) Failed start-up of the head unit Sporadic or permanent problems with navigation Sporadic or permanent... | |
| InVehicle-InApp-Comm Jan 2026 | SOFTWARE UPDATE | Power Train | The right rear drive shaft may not have been manufactured correctly during production and may break. In the event of a fault, you will hear significant noises in the area of the rear axle and the driving performance will be noticeably reduced. |
| B652025 Jan 2026 | Electrical System | After replacing the Multifunctional Display (MFD), the Central Information Display (CID) is black. Thebacklight of the CID is illuminated, and touch function does register an audible sound. | |
| B240225 Jan 2026 | SERVICE CAMPAIGN | Electrical System | The threaded connection at the 48 power electronics (EME 48) may not have been properly secured. Further loosening of the connection could lead to a no-start or breakdown . |
| B510126 Jan 2026 | SERVICE CAMPAIGN | Unknown Or Other | A reference label for the tailgate SmartOpener (SMO) function (aka “touchless open,or “kick to open”) was mistakenly applied tothe bottom edge of the tailgate trim panel(either of the general locations circled) duringvehicle production. |
| B611925 Jan 2026 | Electrical System | SITUATION The malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) is triggered by the erroneous fault code 031BFC- AC charging, charging electronics 2,internal fault: No internal capacitor discharge stored in the CCU. | |
| B612225 Jan 2026 | Electrical System | The malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) may be triggered by the erroneous fault code: BA0023 - Control unit: internal fault (software group fault) In addition, the BA0008 - CCU, internal coolant temperature sensor: Signal implausible faults may be stored in the CCU memory. | |
| B612325 Jan 2026 | Electrical System | The malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) is triggered and 0318E2 AC charging, charging electronics 1,component protection: Overload current on AC side fault may be stored during AC charging Level 1(120 VAC). | |
| B641325 Dec 2025 | Electrical System | When performing a vehicle test, diagnostic trouble code “ 8013FE Software run time error” is found in theIHKA module. If this fault is set for two consecutive life cycles, it will turn on the check engine light on vehicles with an I-level lower than 24-11-570. | |
| B160124 Nov 2025 | SERVICE CAMPAIGN | Electrical System | RSU availability. The engine cranks but will not start. |
| B612924 Nov 2025 | SERVICE CAMPAIGN | Electrical System | RSU availability. Due to a software error in the BCP, the Calibration Identification Number (CAL ID) and the Calibration Verification Number (CVN) of the vehicle are not stored correctly. |
| B611925 Oct 2025 | Electrical System | RSU availability. The malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) is triggered by the erroneous fault code 031BFC- AC charging,charging electronics 2, internal fault: No internal capacitor discharge stored in the CCU. | |
| B652525 Oct 2025 | Electrical System | After the software update to I-level version …25-07-530, the Alexa app may disappear from the App Menu in the head unit (HU-H5). | |
| B840625 Oct 2025 | Electrical System | In some situations, an emergency call may be triggered in the vehicle without either the customer pressing the SOS Call button, or an airbag deployment event. In some cases, the customer may not even be inside the vehicle. | |
| B110525 Sep 2025 | SERVICE CAMPAIGN | Engine | Due to an assembly error the upper oil pan screws may not have been torqued correctly. |
| B340825 Sep 2025 | Electrical System | Starting from I-level …24-07-500, it is possible that the Automatic Hold function is not automatically storedfor the next journey. The function must be activated again by the driver at the beginning of every trip. | |
| B064825 Sep 2025 | Engine | Oil Drain Plug Return | |
| B064625 Sep 2025 | Suspension | Control Arm Return | |
| B330325 Sep 2025 | SERVICE CAMPAIGN | Power Train | The rear right driven half-shaft (aka output shaft/driven shaft) may not have been manufactured correctly during production and may break. |
| B630725 Sep 2025 | Exterior Lighting | The check control message(s) for the (brakelights, taillights, side lights, turn indicator,daytime driving lights) taillamps (highlightedin orange in the photo) is intermittentlydisplayed. | |
| B512224 Aug 2025 | Unknown Or Other | On the main door seal, detachment behavior can be detected in the sealing joint area. Overtime, the sealing material continues to detach more and more, which can cause the seal to dangle and become visible to the customer. | |
| B630625 Aug 2025 | Electrical System | The headliner light partially/does not illuminate. | |
| B652025 Aug 2025 | Electrical System | After replacing the Multifunctional Display (MFD), the Central Information Display (CID) is black. Thebacklight of the CID is illuminated, and touch function does register an audible sound. | |
| B651925 Aug 2025 | Electrical System | Central Information Display (CID) in the vehicle is black or only displays “BMW”. The head unit (HU-H5) is not responding in ISTA. Additionally, the Receiver Audio Module (RAM), Instrument Cluster (KOMBI) and Telematic Module 4 (TCB4) may not be responding in ISTA. | |
| B064425 Aug 2025 | Unknown Or Other | Tension Strut Return | |
| B410424 Aug 2025 | Structure | A groaning sound from the front of the vehicle while driving can be heard, particularly while cornering. The groaning sound can be heard in the A-pillar/instrument panel area. | |
| B110525 Aug 2025 | SERVICE CAMPAIGN | Engine | Due to an assembly error the upper oil pan screws may not have been torqued correctly. |
| B110425 Aug 2025 | SERVICE CAMPAIGN | Engine | Due to an assembly error the upper oil pan screws may not have been torqued correctly. |
| B110325 Jul 2025 | Engine | The “Check Engine Oil Level” warning is displayed while driving due to one of the following: Shortly after a detailed measurement has been carried out Shortly after engine oil has been topped up Shortly after an engine oil service has been carried out | |
| B120725 Jun 2025 | SERVICE CAMPAIGN | Electrical System | A quality check revealed that the DME in these vehicles has a programming error. This results in a deviation of the fuel-air mixture in the internal combustion engine. |
| B370225 Jun 2025 | SERVICE CAMPAIGN | Suspension | The air line on the air suspension supply system may not be properly installed. In the event of a fault, residual pressure is maintained in the struts and corresponding check control message. |
| B120425 Jun 2025 | Electrical System | EMISSIONS RECALL 25E-A02: PROGRAM CONTROL UNITS | |
| B320725 Jun 2025 | Suspension | Rattling/knocking noise from the front axle at low speeds of less than 15 mph. The noises are induced by driving over rough road surface or by brake operation. The noises occur during straight ahead driving or cornering. | |
| B270220 Jun 2025 | Power Train | There is a jerking or shuddering during either or both of the following: Cornering or accelerating from low speeds Driving with low to medium loads | |
| B653524 Jun 2025 | Electrical System | Customers may report that the Central Information Display (CID) side of the Multifunction Display flickersonce on and off. This flickering is not continuous but may occur once every 15 to 50 seconds. No fault memory entry is stored for this customer complaint. | |
| B120725 May 2025 | Electrical System | A quality check revealed that the DME in these vehicles has a programming error. This results in a deviation of the fuel-air mixture in the internal combustion engine. | |
| B240125 May 2025 | SERVICE CAMPAIGN | Power Train | Delivery Stop Transmission Control Unit |
| B370225 May 2025 | SERVICE CAMPAIGN | Engine | The air line on the air suspension supply system may not be properly installed. In the event of a fault, residual pressure is maintained in the struts and corresponding check control message. |
Showing 60 of 76 distinct bulletins on file for this vehicle.
Before you buy this vehicle
A test-drive checklist generated from this vehicle's own complaint and recall record.
- Brake hard once from speed on an empty road.A pull to one side, a pulsing pedal, a pedal that sinks at a stop, or an ABS light that stays lit are the brake complaints on this vehicle presenting themselves.
- Check the stability and traction control lights on startup.A lit warning after the self-check, or a system that triggers on dry pavement, matches this vehicle's stability-control cluster.
- Try the camera, sensors, and any driver-assist features in a parking lot.A blank or frozen backup camera image and phantom sensor alerts are this vehicle's driver-assistance complaints.
- Run the VIN against open recalls before you negotiate.This vehicle has 5 recall campaigns on file. An open recall needs VIN-specific confirmation. Many are quick, no-charge fixes and worth negotiating over; an unresolved do-not-drive advisory, or a remedy the manufacturer has not yet made available, should stop the purchase until it is resolved.
- Ask the dealer whether the warranty extension on file still applies to this VIN.The manufacturer issued 1 warranty extension for this vehicle (see the service bulletins section). Extended coverage often runs by years or miles from the original sale, and a repair the seller paid for may have been free.
- Ask for the service history in writing, then read it against this page.The complaint families above are where owners of this vehicle report trouble. Repairs in exactly those systems are evidence the car had the problem; no such repairs could mean it never developed it, or that it was never fixed. The test-drive items above are how you tell those apart.
Parts search directory
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