repaired · 2026 Q3
Electronic stability control (ESC)
NewRisk. A loss of power brake assist can extend the distance required to stop the vehicle.
2023 BMW XMProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 4 owner complaints about the 2023 BMW XM, most often about the service brakes. It is covered by 6 safety recalls, and for recall 23V-294 the manufacturer reports only 80% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through November 9, 2026. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2023 BMW XM has problems
4 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
2Service brakes
1Power train
1Electronic stability control (ESC)
1Suspension
1Wheels
1Steering
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Service brakes | 2 | 0 |
| Power train | 1 | 0 |
| Electronic stability control (ESC) | 1 | 0 |
| Suspension | 1 | 0 |
| Wheels | 1 | 0 |
| Steering | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
6 recalls
2023 BMW XM 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)
Risk. A loss of power brake assist can extend the distance required to stop the vehicle.
repaired · 2026 Q1
Electronic stability control (ESC)
Risk. A loss of power brake assist can extend the distance required to stop the vehicle.
repaired · 2025 Q3
Air bags
Risk. An air bag that does not deploy as intended can increase the risk of injury in a crash.
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repaired · 2025 Q2
Air bags: knee bolster
Risk. A knee air bag that does not deploy as intended increases the risk of injury.
repaired · 2025 Q1
Emission control: catalytic convertor
Risk. A loose connection between the exhaust system and catalytic converter increases the risk of a fire.
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
2023 vs. every other XM 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 XM median. How we score
'23'24'25
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
In owners' words
What XM owners report
Recent service brakes complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
On June 8, 2026, I parked my 2023 BMW XM on my residential driveway, exited the vehicle, and walked toward my residence. My Ring security camera captured the incident. The video shows: I exited the BMW and walked approximately 12 seconds to my front door. I entered my residence. Approximately three…
The contact owns a 2023 BMW XM. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V104000 (Electronic Stability Control (ESC), Service Brakes) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had…
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