2019 BMW X7 Reliability & Recall Report
Based on 11 NHTSA recalls and 48 owner complaints. All data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — free, no signup required.
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Elevated Reported Activity — 2019 BMW X7
The 2019 BMW X7 shows elevated recall and complaint activity in NHTSA data. Make sure any recall campaigns are resolved before purchase and have the vehicle inspected thoroughly.
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11
NHTSA Recalls
11 recalls on record
48
Owner Complaints
Filed with NHTSA
1
Crash Reports
In NHTSA complaints
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NHTSA Recalls — 2019 BMW X7 (11)
All recalls listed below must be repaired by an authorized BMW dealer at no charge to the owner.
🔧 Air Bags: Side/Window
The head air bags may be impaired during deployment, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, reinstall the head air bags, free of charge. The recall began July 18, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer…
🔧 Fuel System, Other: Delivery: Fuel Pump
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the high pressure fuel pumps, free of charge. The recall began August 27, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
🔧 Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera
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.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rearview camera software and update it if necessary, free of charge. The recall began April 16, 2021. Owners may contact BMW…
🔧 Wheels: Lugs/Nuts/Bolts/Studs
Loose bolts may allow a wheel to detach from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace and tighten the left side wheel bolts, free of charge. The recall began July 16, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service…
🔧 Seats
If the bolts were not properly tightened, in the event of a crash, the occupants may have an increased risk of injury.
Remedy: None of the affected vehicles have been sold and are quarantined on dealer lots. BMW dealers will replace the attachment bolts for the seat adapter, free of charge. The recall…
🔧 Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera
The lack of an image in the back-up camera display increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will update the back-up camera software, free of charge. The recall began November 8, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or…
🔧 Service Brakes, Hydraulic
A loss of ABS and a reduction in braking assistance can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the integrated brake system, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 25, 2021. Owners may contact BMW customer service…
🔧 Visibility: Sun/Moon Roof Assembly
A sunroof that closes without the key fob present inside the vehicle can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will reprogram the roof function control unit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 20, 2022. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
🔧 Seats
In a crash, the seat backrest may not fully lock, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the third-row seat and, if necessary, remove and reinstall improperly installed compression springs, and reinstall any missing springs, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November…
🔧 Electrical System: Starter Assembly
A starter motor that overheats can ignite nearby combustible material in the engine compartment, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will update the vehicle software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 27, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
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Most Common Problems — 2019 BMW X7
Based on 48 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Bars show relative complaint frequency.
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BMW X7 — Complaints by Year
A spike means more owner complaints were filed for that model year. The 2019 model year is highlighted.
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✅ Best model years: 2022 — Lowest complaint rates for this model.
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Frequently Asked Questions — 2019 BMW X7
Is the 2019 BMW X7 reliable?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2019 BMW X7 has 11 recall campaigns and 48 owner complaints. This model year shows elevated recall or complaint activity — review the details and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How many recalls does the 2019 BMW X7 have?
The 2019 BMW X7 has 11 NHTSA recalls. Affected systems include: see recall details above. All recalls are repaired free at authorized dealers.
What are the most common problems with the 2019 BMW X7?
The most commonly reported problems for the 2019 BMW X7 are: Electrical System, Engine, Engine And Engine Cooling, Unknown Or Other. See the complaint breakdown above for full details.
Is the 2019 BMW X7 safe to buy?
The 2019 BMW X7 has some safety and reliability items to review before buying. Ensure all 11 recalls are completed at a dealer. A pre-purchase inspection by an independent mechanic is strongly recommended.
What year BMW X7 should I buy?
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the best years for the BMW X7 are: 2022. These show the lowest complaint rates.
How we score this: The score starts at 100 and subtracts points for the number of NHTSA recall campaigns and owner complaints filed for this model year, and for complaints that report crashes or fires. Newer model years get a small bonus because they have had less time to collect reports. These are raw counts and are not adjusted for how many vehicles were sold, so popular models tend to have more recalls and complaints. Complaints are unverified owner reports. This grade is not a prediction about any individual vehicle and is not an inspection: check a specific car’s VIN for open recalls and get an independent pre-purchase inspection.
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