2021 BMW X5 transmission problems
The 2021 BMW X5 has 23 transmission complaints filed with NHTSA — 16% of the year's total, and up sharply from the prior model year.
23
Transmission complaints
16%
Share of year
3
Crash-involved
0
Related recalls
Transmission complaints by year
What owners report
“Car was parked in fairly level spot with engine off, gear selector in park position, , key fob not near vehicle. Approx 30 minutes later, I returned to find vehicle approx 30 feet behind parking spot, having apparently drifted into another car in parking lot. No idea how car moved. I believe some…”
Common questions
How many transmission complaints does the 2021 BMW X5 have?
NHTSA has 23 complaints about the 2021 BMW X5 transmission — 16% of all complaints filed for that model year.
Related
Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.
Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.