NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2023 BMW X4 Safety Record
The 2023 BMW X4 has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its federal safety record shows 2 recalls and 6 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
CRASH
DATANot crash-tested
The 2023 BMW X4 has not undergone crash testing by the NHTSA. This precludes any star ratings or a computed Safety Index. The absence of federal evaluation means the vehicle carries neither an endorsement nor a warning from NHTSA's safety program. The federal record does show a light recall and complaint burden for this model year: two recall campaigns and six owner-reported complaints are on file.
The 2023 BMW X4 was not crash-tested by NHTSA, carries two federal recall campaigns, and falls in the Light recall and complaint burden band according to NHTSA federal safety data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
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| NHTSA crash test | Not crash-tested |
|---|---|
| Recall and complaint burden | Light |
| Recalls on file | 2 |
| Owner complaints | 6 (unverified allegations) |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2023 BMW X4?
The 2023 BMW X4 has no federal crash-test data for the model year; NHTSA did not test it. Its safety assessment relies on its recall and owner complaint history alone. The X4 has accumulated two recalls, both multi-model campaigns, not specific to the X4. One addresses a starter assembly issue within the electrical system, and the other concerns a transmission control module in the powertrain. Six owner complaints have been filed. Of these, two each pertain to the service brakes and forward collision avoidance systems, a pattern that bears monitoring. The complaint record indicates no fatalities, though one report alleges an injury. This reflects a comparatively light burden band of recalls and complaints, but it does not substitute for crash-test results.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2023 BMW X4 have any recalls?
The 2023 BMW X4 is covered by two federal recall campaigns. The first addresses the electrical system, specifically the starter assembly, in a multi-model action. The second targets the powertrain, specifically the automatic transmission control module, again across multiple models. Neither campaign carries a park-outside or do-not-drive advisory in the data on file. Owners should verify open-recall status by VIN at nhtsa.gov.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY26V056000
Risk: Fire increases the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the engine starter, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 21, 2026. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning March 24, 2026.
Reported 2026-01-30
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)23V821000
Risk: Transmission oil that leaks into the control unit can lead to a seizure of the transmission gears, causing a sudden loss of drive power and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the transmission mechatronics module and the automatic transmission fluid, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 26, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Reported 2023-12-06
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2023 BMW X4?
Six owner complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2023 BMW X4. The top components cited in those unverified allegations are Service Brakes and Forward Collision Avoidance, each appearing in two reports, followed by single allegations touching the Electrical System, Air Bags, Visibility and Wipers, and an Unknown or Other category. These are unverified consumer allegations, not established defects.
6 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2023 BMW X4?
Two recall campaigns have been initiated for the 2023 BMW X4, a critical consideration for prospective owners. While recall remedies are performed without cost to the owner, verifying completion via the VIN lookup tool at nhtsa.gov is a prudent step.
- NHTSA has no crash-test score, no Safety Index, and no star ratings for the 2023 BMW X4 specifically, so no crash-safety grade can be drawn from federal data for this model year.
- Two recall campaigns cover this model year: one for a starter assembly issue in the electrical system and one for a transmission control module in the powertrain, both issued as multi-model actions rather than X4-exclusive campaigns.
- Six unverified owner complaints are on file, with Service Brakes and Forward Collision Avoidance each cited in two separate allegations, making those the most frequently reported components in the 2023 complaint record.
- Owners and prospective buyers should verify open-recall status for their specific unit by VIN at nhtsa.gov, since recall completion history varies by vehicle and prior ownership.
FAQ2023 BMW X4 safety questions
Was the 2023 BMW X4 crash-tested by NHTSA?
No. NHTSA has not run a New Car Assessment Program crash test on this configuration, so it carries no Safety Index. Its safety record here is built from 2 recalls and 6 owner complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2023 BMW X4 have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 2 vehicle recalls are on file for the 2023 BMW X4. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2023 BMW X4?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 6 owner complaints are on file for the 2023 BMW X4. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects, and include reports involving a crash.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the BMW X4 2023.
- SCORE This configuration was not crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. We report its recall and complaint record only.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.