NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2023 BMW X7 Safety Record
The 2023 BMW X7 has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its federal safety record shows 8 recalls and 41 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
CRASH
DATANot crash-tested
The 2023 BMW X7 has not been subjected to federal crash testing, leaving its safety profile incomplete by NHTSA's star-rating metrics. Consequently, no Safety Index score can be assigned. The federal record does, however, indicate a Moderate burden band for both recalls and owner complaints. This encompasses seven recall campaigns, addressing issues from electronic stability control to exhaust system fasteners, alongside 41 owner-reported complaints. Without crash-test results, a full assessment of the 2023 X7's safety performance remains pending.
The 2023 BMW X7 was not crash-tested by NHTSA, carries a Moderate recall and complaint burden band, and is the subject of seven recall campaigns 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 | Moderate |
| Recalls on file | 8 |
| Owner complaints | 41 (unverified allegations) |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2023 BMW X7?
The 2023 BMW X7's federal safety record is shaped by two overlapping patterns. First, the ESC system appears in three distinct recall campaigns and in 13 owner-reported complaints, suggesting that stability-control software and module concerns were substantial enough to generate both manufacturer action and consumer reports independently. Second, the Service Brakes component drew 25 unverified allegations, the single largest complaint cluster for this model year, a concentration that the Safety Desk flags as worth monitoring even though complaints are not confirmed defects. The exhaust fastener recall was specific to the 2023 X7 M60i trim, making it a year-specific and trim-specific concern rather than a fleet-wide issue. The Moderate burden band reflects this combined recall and complaint volume. No tested sibling years exist in the data to provide a crash-context reference point.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2023 BMW X7 have any recalls?
The 2023 BMW X7 carries seven recall campaigns. The most frequently appearing component is Electronic Stability Control, covered by three separate campaigns affecting ESC modules and related systems across multiple model years. A fourth campaign addresses exhaust system fasteners on the 2023 X7 M60i specifically, where connectors linking the exhaust and catalytic converter were flagged. A fifth campaign covers the windshield on the 2023 X7 xDrive40i. No park-outside or do-not-drive directive appears in the data provided, but owners should verify open status by VIN at nhtsa.gov.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:ELECTRIC:CONTROL MODULE26V422000
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: The Integrated brake system will be inspected and, if necessary, replaced, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 21, 2026. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or Rolls-Royce customer service at 1-877-877-3735. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning August 21, 2026. Vehic
Reported 2026-07-01
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
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
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CATALYTIC CONVERTOR23V294000
Risk: A loose connection between the exhaust system and catalytic converter increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the gasket between the exhaust system and the catalytic converter, and tighten the fasteners, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 22, 2023. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Reported 2023-04-26
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD22V820000
Risk: An electrical short-circuit increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the windshield seal and as necessary, remove and reinstall the windshield with a new seal, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 30, 2022. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Reported 2022-11-02
EXTERIOR LIGHTING22V725000
Risk: A loss of illumination from one of the parking lights can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will reprogram the electronic control unit for the front parking lights, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 18, 2022. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Reported 2022-09-29
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
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2023 BMW X7?
Owners have filed 41 complaints with NHTSA against the 2023 BMW X7, all of which are unverified consumer allegations. The top reported components are Service Brakes with 25 allegations, Electronic Stability Control with 13, Electrical System with 7, and Hydraulic systems with 5. Two complaints allege a crash occurred. No fire, injury, or fatality is alleged in the complaint record.
41 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2023 BMW X7?
Any used 2023 BMW X7 should have its full 17-character VIN checked at nhtsa.gov before purchase to confirm which, if any, of the seven recall campaigns remain open and unrepaired on that specific vehicle.
- NHTSA has not crash-tested the 2023 BMW X7, meaning no federal star ratings or Safety Index score exists for this model year.
- Three of the seven recall campaigns target the Electronic Stability Control system, and 13 owner complaints also allege ESC-related issues, making it the most documented safety concern in this year's federal record.
- The exhaust system fastener recall is specific to the 2023 X7 M60i trim and the catalytic converter connection, so buyers of that particular variant should confirm by VIN whether the remedy has been completed.
- Service Brakes account for 25 of 41 unverified owner complaints filed with NHTSA against this model year, the largest single-component cluster in the complaint record.
FAQ2023 BMW X7 safety questions
Was the 2023 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 8 recalls and 41 owner complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2023 BMW X7 have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 8 vehicle recalls are on file for the 2023 BMW X7. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2023 BMW X7?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 41 owner complaints are on file for the 2023 BMW X7. 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 X7 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.