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2025 BMW X5 brakes problems

The 2025 BMW X5 has 27 brakes complaints filed with NHTSA — 28% of the year's total, and down from the prior model year.

27

Brakes complaints

28%

Share of year

3

Crash-involved

1

Related recalls

Brakes complaints by year

Related recalls

24V104000BrakesFebruary 12, 2024 · 266,716 units

Defect

BMW of North America, LLC. (BMW) is recalling certain 2023-2025 BMW, MINI, and Rolls-Royce vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models and model years. The integrated brake (IB) system may malfunction and result in a loss of power brake assist or cause the Antilock Brake (ABS) and Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) systems to not function properly.

Consequence

A loss of power brake assist can extend the distance required to stop the vehicle. Additionally, malfunctioning ABS and/or DSC systems can cause a loss of vehicle control. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the integrated brake system, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed between June and December 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or Rolls Royce customer service at 1-877-877-3735.

What owners report

While attempting to park forward into a handicapped parking space, the car lurched forward approximately 4 feet instead of braking/stopping. The braking system appeared to fail and the electrical/sensors/ADAS warnings did not engage. The vehicle drove over a cement parking block and struck a…

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · December 20, 2025 · crash

Common questions

How many brakes complaints does the 2025 BMW X5 have?

NHTSA has 27 complaints about the 2025 BMW X5 brakes — 28% of all complaints filed for that model year.

Are there recalls for the 2025 BMW X5 brakes?

Yes — 1 NHTSA recall campaign for this model year is tied to the brakes: 24V104000.

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.