repaired · 2026 Q3
Electrical system: starter assembly
Risk. An overheated starter motor can ignite nearby combustible material in the engine compartment, increasing the risk of a fire.
2019 BMW X7Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 48 owner complaints about the 2019 BMW X7, most often about the electrical system. It is covered by 11 safety recalls, and for recall 19V-135 the manufacturer reports only 71% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through October 11, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: Mr.choppers, CC BY-SA 3.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2019 BMW X7 has problems
48 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
23Electrical system
11Engine
5Power train
5Seats
5Engine and engine cooling
4Forward collision avoidance
3Service brakes
2Fuel/propulsion system
2Back over prevention
33 other systems
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 23 | 0 |
| Engine | 11 | 0 |
| Power train | 5 | 0 |
| Seats | 5 | 0 |
| Engine and engine cooling | 5 | 0 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 4 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 3 | 1 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 2 | 0 |
| Back over prevention | 2 | 0 |
| 3 other systems | 3 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
11 recalls
2019 BMW X7 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 Q2
Electrical system: starter assembly
Risk. A starter motor that overheats can ignite nearby combustible material in the engine compartment, increasing the risk of a fire.
repaired · 2024 Q3
Seats
Risk. In a crash, the seat backrest may not fully lock, increasing the risk of injury.
repaired · 2024 Q1
Visibility: sun/moon roof assembly
Risk. A sunroof that closes without the key fob present inside the vehicle can increase the risk of injury.
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repaired · 2023 Q1
Sensing system: camera
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.
repaired · 2023 Q1
Service brakes, hydraulic
Risk. A loss of ABS and a reduction in braking assistance can increase the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2021 Q1
Sensing system: camera
Risk. The lack of an image in the back-up camera display increases the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2019 Q3
Wheels: lugs/nuts/bolts/studs
Risk. Loose bolts may allow a wheel to detach from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2020 Q4
Engine
Risk. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
repaired · 2020 Q4
Air bags
Risk. The head air bags may be impaired during deployment, increasing the risk of injury.
repaired · 2020 Q2
Seats
Risk. If the bolts were not properly tightened, in the event of a crash, the occupants may have an increased 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
2019 vs. every other X7 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 X7 median. How we score
'19'20'21'22'23'24'25'26
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2019 BMW X7 safety ratings
2019 BMW X7 SUV 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 X7 owners report
Recent electrical system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
BMW USA has issued 2 separate Recalls for the same issue involving component Electrical System Starter Assembly. Recall Notice 24V576 was issued in September 2024 and Recall Notice 25V644 was issued in September 2025. I purchased the vehicle from BMW of Carlsbad in September 2024 as a pre-owned…
The contact owns a 2019 BMW X7. The contact stated that the Auto START/STOP feature failed to function as intended. There was a fire message displayed. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed; however, the dealer was unable to update the control unit. The control unit was…
BMW has a known issue that the fin antenna on the roof leaks and sets off a cascade of dangerous issues with the Emergency Call function and disabling the heads up dash so that you cannot see your navigation. On April 2, 2026 in Austin, TX it rained and our car started sending an Emergency Call…
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