repaired · 2026 Q3
Rear/other: retractor
Risk. A damaged seat belt retractor may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
2026 BMW X2Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 4 owner complaints about the 2026 BMW X2, most often about the electrical system. It is covered by 2 safety recalls, and for recall 25V-616 the manufacturer reports only 96% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through September 28, 2026. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2026 BMW X2 has problems
4 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
1Electrical system
1Fuel/propulsion system
1Power train
1Steering
1Visibility/wiper1 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 1 | 0 |
| Power train | 1 | 0 |
| Steering | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 1 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
2 recalls
2026 BMW X2 recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Front: retractor
Risk. A damaged seat belt retractor may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with BMW.
Best & worst years
2026 vs. every other X2 year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the X2 median. How we score
'18'19'20'21'22'23'24'25'26
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2026 BMW X2 safety ratings
2026 BMW X2 SUV N/A AWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: No
- Lane departure warning: No
In owners' words
What X2 owners report
Recent electrical system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
I am writing to formally escalate the ongoing mechanical issues with my 2026 BMW X2, which I purchased approximately one year ago from BMW of Norwood. Since less than a month after purchasing this vehicle, I have experienced recurring fuel-system-related vibrations, excessive rattling, and a…
Own a 2026 X2?
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