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NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD

2025 BMW X7

Recall and complaint safety record from NHTSA. This configuration has not been crash-tested.

3Recalls
26Complaints
0Investigations
ABOUT THE BMW X7

The BMW X7 is a full-size, three-row luxury SUV aimed squarely at buyers who want flagship comfort and commanding road presence without sacrificing the driving engagement BMW promises across its lineup. Competing against the Mercedes-Benz GLS and Cadillac Escalade, the X7 sits at the top of BMW's SUV hierarchy and has been on sale in the United States since the 2019 model year.

VERDICT

The 2025 BMW X7 has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its safety record here is built from 3 recalls and 26 owner complaints on file, giving it a light recall and complaint burden.

WHO IT IS FOR
  • shoppers who want the full federal safety picture in one place
WHAT REVIEWERS SAY

Reviewers generally praise the X7 for its expansive, well-appointed interior, strong powertrain options, and the polished, composed driving character BMW brings to a vehicle of this size. Most find the ride refined and the infotainment system feature-rich, though some note that the sheer scale of the vehicle can feel unwieldy in tight urban settings. Overall, professional opinion positions it as a benchmark for the segment.

NHTSA // RECALLSRecall record

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

SEAT BELTS:FRONT24V345000

Risk: A seat belt warning light that does not alert occupants of an unbelted seat belt or an SRS system that deploys improperly can both increase the risk of injury in a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the front seat lower seat belts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 12, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Reported 2024-05-15

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

NHTSA // COMPLAINTSOwner complaints

26 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.

2reported crash
0reported fire
1reported injuries
0reported deaths
Most-reported systemsService Brakes 12Hydraulic 6Electronic Stability Control (Esc) 6Forward Collision Avoidance 4Unknown Or Other 3Engine 2

Other X7 years

Last verified 2026-07-02. Sources: NHTSA SafetyRatings, recallsByVehicle, complaintsByVehicle for BMW X7 2025. Methodology · Disclosure