With 1 recalls and 137 complaints, the 2024 BMW X5 rates as elevated on the safety concern scale. Always run the VIN through NHTSA's lookup tool before signing.

Recalls

137

Complaints

Crashes

Fires

Recall Findings

24V3270002024-10-05

EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2024-2025 X5 xDrive40i vehicles. The tire information placard may indicate an incorrect tire size and tire pressure. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."

Incorrect tire information can allow an incorrectly sized tire to be installed or result in improperly inflated tires, increasing the risk of a crash.

View at NHTSA

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2024 BMW X5's biggest weak point? SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC). It leads 137 total complaints spanning 1 years. Budget for a thorough pre-purchase inspection, especially in that area.

01Service Brakes, Hydraulic,electronic Stability Control (esc)46

02Service Brakes18

03Electronic Stability Control (esc),service Brakes9

04Service Brakes,forward Collision Avoidance7

05Electrical System5

137 total across 1 model years (2024–2024)Full data at NHTSA.gov

BMW X5 Fuel Economy

15–25mpg combined

13-23city

18-27hwy

$2,300-$3,850/yr

Fuel economy for the 2024 BMW X5 ranges from 15 to 25 MPG combined across 4 setups. The table below breaks it down by trim so you know exactly what you're signing up for.

By Trim

X5 sDrive40i - Automatic (S8)

25mpg

3.0L 6-cyl Turbo · Rear-Wheel Drive

23 city27 hwy~$2,300/yr5/10 Average

X5 xDrive40i - Automatic (S8)

25mpg

3.0L 6-cyl Turbo · All-Wheel Drive

23 city27 hwy~$2,300/yr5/10 Average

X5 M60i xDrive - Automatic (S8)

19mpg

4.4L 8-cyl Turbo · All-Wheel Drive

17 city22 hwy~$3,050/yr4/10 Average

X5 M Competition - Automatic (S8)

15mpg

4.4L 8-cyl Turbo · All-Wheel Drive

13 city18 hwy~$3,850/yr2/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Where to Find 2024 BMW X5

30States

31%in top 3

The biggest cluster of inventory is in California (12%), but the remaining listings are spread across 29 other states nationwide.

CACalifornia

2,18512%

TXTexas

2,02111%

FLFlorida

1,4118%

DCWashington DC

1,1346%

ILIllinois

1,1166%

MDMaryland

1,0966%

PAPennsylvania

8084%

NYNew York

7864%

GAGeorgia

7594%

AZArizona

7264%

NJNew Jersey

6434%

DEDelaware

5893%

NCNorth Carolina

5483%

WAWashington

5243%

CO400

MO393

TN268

OR217

NV212

OH198

MI191

NH172

OK169

MN163

IN160

UT135

CT121

MA116

RI113

AL103

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2024.

2024 BMW X5: Questions Buyers Ask

Pricing, reliability, and ownership answers

Is the 2024 BMW X5 a good car to buy?

Here's the short version on the 2024 BMW X5. There are 1 recall to verify before purchase. Dig into the safety overview and pricing trends for recall-by-recall detail.

Are there recalls on the 2024 BMW X5?

Yes, 1 recall on record. The good news: recall repairs are always free at any authorized dealer. Check the safety report for specifics, and always run the VIN before buying.

What's the gas mileage of the 2024 BMW X5?

Fuel economy ranges from 15 to 25 MPG combined. If you drive 15,000 miles a year, that gap is worth about $1400 annually. See the fuel economy section for per-trim data.

What are common problems with the 2024 BMW X5?

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) problems top the list with 137 total complaints filed. Not every car is affected, but it's worth asking about and inspecting. Full details in the known issues section.

How does the 2024 compare to other BMW X5 years?

Each BMW X5 model year has different pricing, recall counts, and owner satisfaction patterns. Compare all available years on the BMW X5 overview page.