2022 BMW X4 Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

5 safety recalls on file

The 2022 BMW X4 has 5 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA.

The most-reported problem area is Service Brakes (2 reports).

5Recalls
4Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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2022 BMW X4 recalls

Starter Can Overheat and Cause a Fire

Recall 26V056Jan 30, 202687,394 vehicles affected

The engine starter may overheat and catch fire because of wear on an internal component.

Starter Relay Can Overheat and Cause a Fire

Recall 25V636Sep 23, 2025199,674 vehicles affected

The engine starter relay can corrode over time.

Transmission Leak Can Cause Unexpected Rollaway

Recall 22V070Feb 9, 20224 vehicles affected

Certain transmission mechatronics units may not have been assembled properly, which could allow an internal leak in the automatic transmission.

Rear plate light may not illuminate properly, raising crash risk

Recall 21V831Oct 22, 20212,577 vehicles affected

The rear license plate on certain vehicles may not be illuminated properly.

Wrong tire label could lead to improper tire use and crash risk

Recall 21V646Aug 18, 202113 vehicles affected

The tire information label on these vehicles may list the wrong tire size and inflation pressure.

Most common 2022 BMW X4 problems

Problem areas named in the 4 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Service Brakes2
Structure1
Lane Departure1
Power Train1
Engine1

What owners report

2026-09-15, Power Train
My 2022 BMW X4 M40i was taken to Flow BMW in [XXX] on XXX to have the cabin air filter replaced. While there, a courtesy inspection showed that the Transmission Bushing needed replacement, the Differential seal needed to be replaced, and the Valve Cover needed to be replaced. My car had 63,000 miles on it at the time of the inspection, and it has never been driven offroad. The total estimate for the repairs is $6,909.12 before taxes. I can see no reason for these issues other than problems with workmanship or defective parts from the manufacturer. There were no warnings associated with these issues other than the dealer's inspection. I was informed by the Service Department that there were n
2025-02-03, Service Brakes
On several occasions, the brake pedal has gone soft. Giving you the feeling that you have no breaks. on the highway when this happens, the brake pedal goes soft and then about halfway into the pedal the brakes lock up and the car veerers sharply in one direction or another. On residential street my wife was using this car this morning to take our son to daycare when she applied the brakes and ended up going through a stop sign as the brakes did not grab until she came to an extreme halt in the middle of the intersection, she then said the brakes were functioning but soft for the next 4 to 5 stops after that they went to completely normal. We had the car in a dealer last week before this inci
2024-08-12, Structure
Dear National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, I am writing to report a significant safety concern involving my 2022 BMW X4 M40i. The issue pertains to an anti-corroding substance inside the tailgate panel that has been leaking, causing damage to my vehicle's bumper and obstructing the view on my rear camera. This issue not only compromises the structural integrity of the vehicle but also poses a serious safety risk by obstructing the view from the rear camera, which is essential for safe reversing and parking. Despite taking my vehicle to Gainesville BMW for inspection, the problem remains unresolved. The Service Manager, Jose, initially acknowledged the issue but has since avoided
2022-03-04, Service Brakes
2022 BMW X4. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO DEFECTIVE BRAKES. THE CONSUMER STATED THE VEHICLE LUNGES, ROCKS, AND JERKS WHEN THE BRAKES WERE APPLIED. THE VEHICLE WAS ROAD TESTED THE LUNGES WERE AKNOWLEDGED, BUT THE DEALER STATED THE VEHICLE WAS OPERATING AS DESIGNED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED AND STATED THE VEHICLE OPERATED AS DESIGNED.

2022 BMW X4 questions

Does the 2022 BMW X4 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls for the 2022 BMW X4: Starter Can Overheat and Cause a Fire; Starter Relay Can Overheat and Cause a Fire; Transmission Leak Can Cause Unexpected Rollaway; Rear plate light may not illuminate properly, raising crash risk; Wrong tire label could lead to improper tire use and crash risk. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2022 BMW X4?

Based on 4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Service Brakes (2), Structure (1), Lane Departure (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 2022 BMW X4 has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

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