The Lemon Index2022 BMW X5. Advanced data.
The raw numbers: engines, recall campaign numbers, failure mileage and manufacturer communications.
Engines and drivetrains 4
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / hwy / combined | Fuel | Fuel cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.0L 6-cyl turbo hybrid | Auto (S8) | RWD | 21 / 26 / 23 | Premium | $3,350 |
| 3.0L 6-cyl turbo hybrid | Auto (S8) | AWD | 21 / 25 / 23 | Premium | $3,350 |
| 3.0L 6-cyl turbo plug-in hybrid | Auto (S8) | AWD | 19 / 22 / 20 | Premium | $3,850 |
| 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | Auto (S8) | AWD | 16 / 22 / 18 | Premium | $4,300 |
EPA test versions for this model year. Fuel cost is the EPA's current estimate, not the price in that year.
Failure mileage by system
Half of owners who gave a mileage reported the problem between 16,000 and 48,500 miles. Median 39,000, from 10 complaints with a mileage.
Mileage owners typed into their NHTSA complaint, all complaints for this model year. People report some problems late, so read it as a range.
Complaints by system
| System | Share of complaints |
|---|---|
| Transmission & drivetrain | 24% |
| Automatic emergency braking | 22% |
| Electrical | 22% |
| Engine | 15% |
| Speed control | 11% |
One complaint can name more than one system, so shares can add to more than 100%.
Severity, all complaints
| Total | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths | Tows |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 72 | 9 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 6 |
As reported by owners to NHTSA. Not verified.
Recall campaigns 1
22V267000 Apr 2022 Visibility / Sun/Moon Roof Assembly
Defect. 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 xdrive45e; 2020-2022 X6 sDrive40i, X6 xDrive40i, X6 xDrive50i, X6M and 2019-2023 X7 xDrive40i, X7 xDrive50i, X7 M50i, X7 xDrive60i, X7 M60i, X7M, Alpina XB7 vehicles. The roof function control unit may be programmed incorrectly, allowing the sunroof to close without the key fob present inside the vehicle. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standa
Risk. A sunroof that closes without the key fob present inside the vehicle can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy. Dealers will reprogram the roof function control unit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 20, 2022. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
NHTSA investigations
| Status | Subject | Opened | Closed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Closed | Pedestrian alert sounds | 2023 | 2023 |
Manufacturer communications 170
BMW filed 170 service communications for this car with NHTSA.
- Noise is heard from the seat frame/rail assembly
- BMW AG is conducting a Voluntary Service Action on certain Model Year 2019-2020 BMW Plug-In…
- The incorrect Bluetooth module was installed in the headunit
Crash ratings by version
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BMW X5 SUV AWD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| BMW X5 SUV RWD | not rated | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | not rated |
| BMW X5 Hybrid SUV AWD | not rated | not rated | not rated | not rated |
| BMW X5 Hybrid SUV RWD | not rated | not rated | not rated | not rated |
Safety equipment
| Electronic stability | Forward collision warning | Lane departure warning |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | No | No |
Nearby model years
Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer communications; EPA fuel economy data; YouTube video titles. Complaints are owner reports, not proof of a defect.
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