2024 BMW XMProblems, recalls & complaints

NHTSA has logged 7 owner complaints about the 2024 BMW XM, most often about the steering. It is covered by 6 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 July 1, 2026. Updated daily.

Complaints by system

Where the 2024 BMW XM has problems

7 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.

Box size = number of complaints naming that system. Darker = larger share. One complaint can name more than one system.
Complaints by system
SystemComplaintsCrash, fire or injury
Steering20
Service brakes20
Wheels20
Electrical system10
Suspension10
Engine10
Tires10

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.

6 recalls

2024 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.

57%repaired · 2026 Q3

Electronic stability control (ESC)

New

Recall 26V-422 · Jul 1, 2026 · 428 vehicles · 246 repaired

Risk. A loss of power brake assist can extend the distance required to stop the vehicle.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

97%repaired · 2026 Q3

Electronic stability control (ESC)

Recall 24V-739 · Oct 2, 2024 · 11,579 vehicles · 11,209 repaired

Risk. A loss of power brake assist can extend the distance required to stop the vehicle.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

98%repaired · 2026 Q3

Electronic stability control (ESC): control module

Recall 24V-697 · Sep 18, 2024 · 309 vehicles · 304 repaired

Risk. A loss of brake power assist or rear brake function can result in extended stopping distance.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

99%repaired · 2026 Q2

Seat belts: front

Recall 24V-345 · May 15, 2024 · 3,256 vehicles · 3,237 repaired

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…

Problem, fix and repair progress →

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98%repaired · 2026 Q1

Structure: body

Recall 24V-139 · Feb 23, 2024 · 267 vehicles · 262 repaired

Risk. A panel that detaches from a vehicle can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

91%repaired · 2026 Q1

Electronic stability control (ESC)

Recall 24V-104 · Feb 12, 2024 · 266,716 vehicles · 243,841 repaired

Risk. A loss of power brake assist can extend the distance required to stop the vehicle.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

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

2024 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
NHTSA crash tests

2024 BMW XM safety ratings

2024 BMW XM 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 XM owners report

Recent steering complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.

THIS VEHICLE HAS HAD NUMEROUS ERROR CODES ONE TIME IT STATE VEHICLE COULD NOT BE DRIVEN BECAUSE OF DRIVETRAIN MALFUNCTION INTER ALIA VEHICLE IS LEAKING FROM MOTER BUT IS UNDETECTED DURING THIS RECALL WE HAD ANOTHER ERROR CODE GO OFF SHOWED TO TOM BUSH BMW ON ATLANTIC ALONG WITH LIQUID LEAKING FROM…
Complaint 11625126 · Nov 14, 2024
The contact owns a 2024 BMW XM. The contact stated while driving 60 MPH the vehicle was shaking. The roll over, chassis, and improper steering warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer several times for the shaking. The vehicle was repaired by removing and replacing the…
Complaint 11579496 · Mar 26, 2024 · 5,200 miles

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