NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2024 BMW X5 M Safety Record
The 2024 BMW X5 M has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its federal safety record shows 7 recalls and 140 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
CRASH
DATANot crash-tested
The 2024 BMW X5 M has not undergone NHTSA crash testing, leaving it without a federal star rating or an assigned Safety Index score. The federal record, however, reveals a substantial recall and complaint burden for this model. Seven recall campaigns have been issued, addressing critical components such as the electronic stability control system and structural interior panels. Furthermore, 140 owner complaints have been registered, including reports of seven crashes and three injuries. The lack of crash-test data precludes any definitive safety assessment, yet the documented recall and complaint volume warrants thorough consideration.
The 2024 BMW X5 M was not crash-tested by NHTSA, carries a Heavy recall and complaint burden band, and has seven recall campaigns on record 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 | Heavy |
| Recalls on file | 7 |
| Owner complaints | 140 (unverified allegations) |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2024 BMW X5 M?
The 2024 BMW X5 M presents a concentrated recall record, with three of its seven campaigns addressing the electronic stability control (ESC) system or its control module. This focus on a single, safety-critical component within the same model year is significant, as ESC governs vehicle stability during emergency maneuvers. Another recall campaign targets the dashboard instrument panel, indicating a separate structural interior concern. Owner complaints further underscore these themes: 140 unverified reports include seven alleged crashes and three alleged injuries, with many specifically citing issues with the brakes and ESC. No adjacent model years were tested, so there is no broader crash-test context from this data.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2024 BMW X5 M have any recalls?
The 2024 BMW X5 M's seven recall campaigns center on electronic stability control and its control module, which appear across three separate campaigns covering 2023-2025 model ranges. A fourth campaign addresses a dashboard instrument panel that may not meet specifications on certain X5 variants. A fifth targets a tire information placard on X5 xDrive40i vehicles that may show incorrect data. No park-outside or do-not-drive directive is listed in the data provided, but owners should verify current remedy status by VIN at nhtsa.gov.
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)24V739000
Risk: 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.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the integrated brake module, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters notifying owners of the safety risk are expected to be mailed November 22, 2024. Second letters will be mailed once the parts are available. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Vehicles in this recall were previously repaired under recall number 24V-104 and will need to have
Reported 2024-10-02
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC):CONTROL MODULE24V697000
Risk: A loss of brake power assist or rear brake function can result in extended stopping distance. A loss of ABS or DSC can cause a loss of vehicle handling and control. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the integrated brake system, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 13, 2024. Owners can contact BMW Customer Service at 1-800-525-7417.
Reported 2024-09-18
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS24V327000
Risk: Incorrect tire information can allow an incorrectly sized tire to be installed or result in improperly inflated tires, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: 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.
Reported 2024-05-10
STRUCTURE:INTERIOR PANELS:DASHBOARD24V138000
Risk: 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.
Remedy: 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.
Reported 2024-02-23
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)24V104000
Risk: 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.
Remedy: 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.
Reported 2024-02-12
AIR BAGS23V622000
Risk: An air bag that does not deploy as intended can increase the risk of injury in a crash.
Remedy: 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.
Reported 2023-09-07
AIR BAGS:KNEE BOLSTER23V471000
Risk: A knee air bag that does not deploy as intended increases the risk of injury.
Remedy: 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.
Reported 2023-07-10
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2024 BMW X5 M?
The 140 owner complaints on file with NHTSA are unverified allegations. The most heavily reported components are Service Brakes at 89 reports, Electronic Stability Control at 56, and Hydraulic systems at 47. Electrical System, Forward Collision Avoidance, and Power Train also appear in the top complaint categories. Seven of the 140 reports allege a crash occurred, and three allege injuries.
140 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2024 BMW X5 M?
Seven recall campaigns have been issued for the 2024 BMW X5 M. It is imperative that any owner or prospective buyer check the vehicle's VIN through the free NHTSA recall lookup at nhtsa.gov to ensure all open recalls have been addressed.
- The 2024 BMW X5 M has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, meaning no star ratings or Safety Index exist for this specific model year.
- Three of the seven recall campaigns for this model year target the electronic stability control system or its control module, a concentration in one safety-critical system that is specific to the 2024 model year record.
- Owner complaints on file with NHTSA include 140 unverified allegations, with Service Brakes and Electronic Stability Control as the two most reported components, and seven reports alleging a crash.
- Owners should verify open recall status by VIN at nhtsa.gov, as remedy completion varies by individual vehicle and not all recall repairs may have been performed.
FAQ2024 BMW X5 M safety questions
Was the 2024 BMW X5 M 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 7 recalls and 140 owner complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2024 BMW X5 M have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 7 vehicle recalls are on file for the 2024 BMW X5 M. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2024 BMW X5 M?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 140 owner complaints are on file for the 2024 BMW X5 M. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects, and include reports involving a crash or a fire.
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- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the BMW X5 M 2024.
- 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.