repaired · 2026 Q3
Electronic stability control (ESC)
NewRisk. A loss of power brake assist can extend the distance required to stop the vehicle.
2025 BMW X7Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 29 owner complaints about the 2025 BMW X7, most often about the service brakes, hydraulic. It is covered by 4 safety recalls, and for recall 24V-104 the manufacturer reports only 91% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through September 28, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: LuvsMG481, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2025 BMW X7 has problems
29 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
6Service brakes, hydraulic
6Service brakes
6Electronic stability control (ESC)
4Forward collision avoidance1 crash/fire/injury
3Electrical system
3Exterior lighting
2Lane departure
2Engine
1Air bags
99 other systems2 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Service brakes, hydraulic | 6 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 6 | 0 |
| Electronic stability control (ESC) | 6 | 0 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 4 | 1 |
| Electrical system | 3 | 0 |
| Exterior lighting | 3 | 0 |
| Lane departure | 2 | 1 |
| Engine | 2 | 0 |
| Air bags | 1 | 0 |
| 9 other systems | 9 | 2 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
4 recalls
2025 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 Q3
Electronic stability control (ESC): control module
Risk. A loss of brake power assist or rear brake function can result in extended stopping distance.
repaired · 2026 Q2
Seat belts: front
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…
repaired · 2026 Q1
Electronic stability control (ESC)
Risk. A loss of power brake assist can extend the distance required to stop the vehicle.
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
2025 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
In owners' words
What X7 owners report
Recent service brakes, hydraulic complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
The contact's wife owns a 2025 BMW X7. The owner received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V104000 (Electronic Stability Control (ESC), Service Brakes, Hydraulic). The contact had called several dealers to check for parts availability and was informed that parts were not yet available and…
The contact owns a 2025 BMW X7. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V104000 ( ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC), SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that several dealers were contacted and informed the…
The contact owns a 2025 BMX X7. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V104000 ( ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC), SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable…
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