repaired · 2024 Q3
Seats
Risk. In a crash, the seat backrest may not fully lock, increasing the risk of injury.
2021 BMW X7Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 49 owner complaints about the 2021 BMW X7, most often about the engine. It is covered by 9 safety recalls, and for recall 22V-670 the manufacturer reports only 91% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through November 8, 2026. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2021 BMW X7 has problems
49 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
12Engine1 crash/fire/injury
11Power train
9Electrical system2 crash/fire/injury
5Seats1 crash/fire/injury
5Steering
4Fuel/propulsion system
4Vehicle speed control
3Service brakes
3Forward collision avoidance
129 other systems2 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 12 | 1 |
| Power train | 11 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 9 | 2 |
| Seats | 5 | 1 |
| Steering | 5 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 4 | 0 |
| Vehicle speed control | 4 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 3 | 0 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 3 | 0 |
| 9 other systems | 12 | 2 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
9 recalls
2021 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 · 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.
repaired · 2022 Q4
Mid/rear assembly: head restraint
Risk. In the event of a crash, the head restraints could detach, and increase the risk of injury.
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.
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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 Q2
Steering: column
Risk. A loose steering column shaft universal joint connection can affect vehicle handling and control, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2022 Q4
Electrical system: 12v/24v/48v battery
Risk. Increased electrical resistance can increase the risk of a fire.
repaired · 2021 Q2
Exterior lighting: headlights
Risk. Oncoming drivers may be confused by the blue light of approaching vehicles, which could potentially increase the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2022 Q3
Other: labels
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…
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
2021 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
2021 BMW X7 safety ratings
2021 BMW X7 SUV AWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: Standard
- Lane departure warning: Standard
1 investigation
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2021 BMW X7, and the recalls they led to.
- Pedestrian alert soundsLed to recall 22V-063
In owners' words
What X7 owners report
Recent engine complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
The vehicle has begun failing to start on the first attempt. When this occurs, the vehicle does start on subsequent attempts but logs fault codes and displays icons or warning messages. This condition appears to be the same condition for which recall 25V-644 was already issued, but my vehicle is…
The entire car shut down while on the highway with no prior notifications on/from the system. The entire safety of myself and family was put at risk because there where several cars behind us on the highway that could have hit us. I am not sure the dealer has been able to reproduce the issue -…
On [XXX], while traveling at highway speeds on a public roadway, the vehicle suffered a sudden, violent, and catastrophic mechanical explosion in the front drivetrain. Without any prior warning lights, dashboard messages, or operational symptoms, the front differential and driveshaft structurally…
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