CarRecallWatchThe 2023 BMW X4 has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 8 complaints with NHTSA, including 2 crashes, 1 fire, 1 injury.
The most-reported problem area is Forward Collision Avoidance (3 reports).
2023 BMW X4 recalls
Starter Can Overheat and Cause a Fire
The engine starter may overheat and catch fire because of wear on an internal component.
Transmission Oil Leak Can Cause Sudden Power Loss
A weld seam on the cover of the transmission control unit may not have been manufactured properly.
Most common 2023 BMW X4 problems
Problem areas named in the 8 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 3 |
| Service Brakes | 2 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 |
| Air Bags | 1 |
| Electrical System | 1 |
| Visibility/Wiper | 1 |
| Unknown Or Other | 1 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 1 |
| Power Train | 1 |
What owners report
The contact owns a 2023 BMW X4. The contact stated that while driving 10 MPH, the transmission independently shifted into park(P) and then into reverse(R). The vehicle was restarted and the contact continued driving. The local dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 20,214.
The contact owns a 2023 BMW X4. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V438000 (Engine and Engine Cooling). The contact stated that while idling at a stoplight, the vehicle caught on fire. The driver was able to exit the vehicle safely. There were no reported injuries. A Police and Fire Department report was filed. The Fire Department was able to extinguish the fire. The vehicle was towed to an auto body shop. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The insurance company was contacted. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 42,000.
I have a [XXX] child who is in a car seat, fully locked in. He is able to open the door handle from the inside. The door handle is in arms reach. Totally unsafe, the child can open the door with the car in motion. It has happened numerous times. My sister has the same car with a [XXX] old, being able to do the same thing. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
Windshield crack around heating elements and rearview mirror mount. There 3 cracks that extend to top of windshield to a horizontal crack. These look like one hook, J and a staightline that forms right angle to the one about a foot long behind readview mirror mount. There are no rocks chips evident. This occurred in a time span of 80 minutes. I actually heard the popping or cracking like when a plastic bottle air is restricted during elevation climb or desent but did not know what it was. Elevant was about 12,000 feet.
Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2023 BMW X4. The contact stated that while attempting to register the vehicle, it was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a dealer sale. At the time of purchase, the vehicle mileage was 52,000 and at the time of registration, it was discovered that the mileage was 90,000. The State of Mississippi advised the contact to reach out to the State of Tennessee for assistance.
2023 BMW X4 questions
Does the 2023 BMW X4 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2023 BMW X4: Starter Can Overheat and Cause a Fire; Transmission Oil Leak Can Cause Sudden Power Loss. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2023 BMW X4?
Based on 8 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Forward Collision Avoidance (3), Service Brakes (2), Vehicle Speed Control (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2023 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.