2021 BMW X5 Hybrid Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other X5 Hybrid years
- Not enough data 2nd of 2 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2021 BMW X5 Hybrid. That ranks 2nd out of 2 X5 Hybrid model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is electrical system (1 complaints, 100%). There is 1 safety recall covering this model year. NHTSA has opened 1 defect investigation involving it.
- 1owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 1NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2021 BMW X5 Hybrid problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 1 | 100% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
2021 BMW X5 Hybrid recalls (1)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Seats:mid/rear assembly:head restraint
Problem: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2021 X5 sDrive40i, X5 xDrive50i, X5 M50i, X5 xDrive45e, 2021 X7 xDrive40i, X7 M50i, and XB7 vehicles. The head restraints on the second-row outer seats may be the incorrect type for the vehicle.
Risk: In the event of a crash, the head restraints could detach, and increase the risk of injury.
Fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the head restraints, and replace them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began May 3, 2021. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
NHTSA defect investigations
- Pedestrian alert sounds (DP22005) — opened Jan 27, 2023, closed Aug 7, 2023, led to recall 22V063000.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
2021 bmw x5. Consumer writes in regards to parts being unavailable for vehicle repair. *ld the consumer referenced recall cb612320. *js
Other BMW X5 Hybrid years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 X5 Hybrid | 3 | 0 |
| 2021 | 1 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2021 BMW X5 Hybrid?
Owners most often report electrical system problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 2021 BMW X5 Hybrid?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2021 BMW X5 Hybrid a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other X5 Hybrid model years, the 2021 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.