NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2021 BMW X7 Safety Record
The 2021 BMW X7 has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its federal safety record shows 9 recalls and 36 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
CRASH
DATANot crash-tested
The 2021 BMW X7 has not undergone crash testing by NHTSA, leaving it without a Safety Index score or any federal star ratings. Despite the absence of crash-test data, the federal record indicates a Moderate burden band for recalls and complaints. Owners should note nine recall campaigns, addressing issues in components such as seats, braking systems, and camera systems. NHTSA also records 36 owner-reported complaints for this model year. This federal data provides a record for prospective owners to review.
The 2021 BMW X7 was not crash-tested by NHTSA, carries a Moderate recall and complaint burden band, and is associated with nine federal recall campaigns according to NHTSA data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
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| NHTSA crash test | Not crash-tested |
|---|---|
| Recall and complaint burden | Moderate |
| Recalls on file | 9 |
| Owner complaints | 36 (unverified allegations) |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2021 BMW X7?
Nine recall campaigns mark a significant federal safety record for the 2021 BMW X7. These recalls address critical safety components, including seat structures, head restraints, backup camera functionality, and hydraulic brakes. Each of these represents a system directly impacting occupant protection or collision avoidance. Beyond the recalls, 36 unverified owner complaints are on file, with powertrain and engine issues each accounting for nine reports, and steering concerns adding five. No crash-test data is available for this model year, or any sibling year, preventing a structural comparison based on NHTSA's star ratings. The documented federal action history for the 2021 X7 warrants careful VIN-level verification before a purchase decision.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2021 BMW X7 have any recalls?
The nine recall campaigns for the 2021 BMW X7 touch five distinct safety areas: third-row seat structures, head restraint assemblies on mid and rear seats, the backup camera sensing system, hydraulic service brakes, and the sunroof and moonroof assembly. The available campaign summaries do not include a park-outside or do-not-drive advisory for this model year, but owners should verify current remedy status for each campaign through the NHTSA VIN lookup, as remedy availability can change.
SEATS22V670000
Risk: In a crash, the seat backrest may not fully lock, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the third-row seat and, if necessary, remove and reinstall improperly installed compression springs, and reinstall any missing springs, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 4, 2022. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Reported 2022-09-07
VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY22V267000
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.
Reported 2022-04-20
SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY:HEAD RESTRAINT21V156000
Risk: In the event of a crash, the head restraints could detach, and increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the head restraints, and replace them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began May 3, 2021. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Reported 2021-03-10
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA21V096000
Risk: If the driver relies on only the rearview camera image, the missing or reduced rearview image view can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rearview camera software and update it if necessary, free of charge. The recall began April 16, 2021. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Reported 2021-02-19
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC21V062000
Risk: A loss of ABS and a reduction in braking assistance can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the integrated brake system, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 25, 2021. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Reported 2021-02-10
STEERING:COLUMN21V031000
Risk: A loose steering column shaft universal joint connection can affect vehicle handling and control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, depending upon the inspection, either the bolt will be replaced and tightened to specifications, or the steering column shaft, universal joint, and bolt will be replaced and tightened to specifications, free of charge. The recall began March 30, 2021. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Reported 2021-01-29
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY20V761000
Risk: Increased electrical resistance can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the connection between the 48-Volt battery and the starter-generator assembly, replacing it if necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin April 12, 2021. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Reported 2020-12-09
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS20V528000
Risk: Oncoming drivers may be confused by the blue light of approaching vehicles, which could potentially increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the headlamps and, if necessary, replace them, free of charge. The recall began October 30, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Reported 2020-09-01
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS20V514000
Risk: The vehicle operator may be confused by the tire information on the label and this could lead to the installation of an inappropriate size tire and/or inflation pressure, potentially increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the tire information label, free of charge. The recall began October 26, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Reported 2020-08-27
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2021 BMW X7?
Thirty-six complaints have been submitted to NHTSA against the 2021 BMW X7. These are unverified consumer allegations, not established findings. The most frequently alleged problem areas are the powertrain and engine, each drawing nine reported concerns, followed by steering with five alleged issues, and the electrical system and seats each cited in four reports. Three additional allegations involve the fuel and propulsion system.
36 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2021 BMW X7?
Anyone considering a used 2021 BMW X7 should run the vehicle's VIN at nhtsa.gov before purchase to confirm which, if any, of the nine recall campaigns remain open and unrepaired on that specific unit. Recall remedy completion is tracked at the VIN level and varies by vehicle history.
- NHTSA issued no crash-test score for the 2021 BMW X7, so no Safety Index or star rating exists for this specific model year.
- Nine recall campaigns affect the 2021 BMW X7, covering third-row and rear seat structures, head restraints, the backup camera system, hydraulic brakes, and the sunroof assembly.
- Thirty-six unverified complaints on file with NHTSA cite powertrain, engine, steering, electrical, seat, and fuel system concerns as the most frequently alleged problem areas.
- Prospective buyers should use the NHTSA VIN lookup at nhtsa.gov to determine whether any of the nine recall campaigns remain open and unaddressed on a specific 2021 BMW X7 unit.
FAQ2021 BMW X7 safety questions
Was the 2021 BMW X7 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 9 recalls and 36 owner complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2021 BMW X7 have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 9 vehicle recalls are on file for the 2021 BMW X7. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2021 BMW X7?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 36 owner complaints are on file for the 2021 BMW X7. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects, and include reports involving a fire.
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 X7 2021.
- 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.