2018 BMW X5 M Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Sep 17, 2021 · 0 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other X5 M years
Not enough data 2nd of 4 for complaints
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

NHTSA has received no owner complaints about the 2018 BMW X5 M so far. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year. NHTSA has opened 1 defect investigation involving it.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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2018 BMW X5 M recalls (1)

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SuspensionNov 17, 2017 · NHTSA campaign 17V727000 · 33 vehicles

Problem: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018 BMW X5 SAV, X5 M SAV, X6 SAV, and X6 M SAV vehicles. Bolts that secure the front suspension may not have been properly tightened.

Risk: Loose bolts can affect the performance of the suspension, thereby increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and tighten the wishbone suspension bolts, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin January 8, 2018. 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

  • Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture (EA21002) — opened Sep 17, 2021, still open.

Other BMW X5 M years

← 2012 X5 M

YearComplaintsRecalls
201801
2012 X5 M31
2011 X5 M01
2010 X5 M01

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2018 BMW X5 M?

NHTSA has no owner complaints on file yet.

Was there a recall on the 2018 BMW X5 M?

Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 2018 BMW X5 M a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other X5 M model years, the 2018 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.