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2024 BMW i5 recalls

Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2024 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.

Recall campaigns
10
Park-it warnings
0
Complaints
21
Latest campaign
Jul 1, 2026

Recall summary by component10

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h
ComponentCampaignsLatestCampaign IDs
Electrical system4Feb 19, 2026
26V09600025V39500024V13500023V700000
Electronic stability control (ESC)3Oct 2, 2024
24V73900024V69700024V104000
Service brakes, hydraulic1Jul 1, 2026
26V422000
Steering1Sep 25, 2024
24V714000
Forward collision avoidance1Dec 22, 2023
23V885000

Safety recalls10

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h
0Park-it warnings
0Fixable over the air
Jul 1, 2026Latest campaign
Jul 1, 202626V422000

Service brakes, hydraulic: power assist electric

A loss of power brake assist can extend the distance required to stop the vehicle.

DetailsHide details for campaign 26V422000
What's wrong
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2025 Mini Cooper S, Mini Countryman S All4, X2, 2024 Rolls-Royce Spectre, 2023-2025 i7, 7 Series, X7, 2024-2025 i5, 5 Series, 2023-2024 XM, X1, 2024-2025 X6, and X5 vehicles. 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.
Risk
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
The Integrated brake system will be inspected and, if necessary, replaced, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 21, 2026. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or Rolls-Royce customer service at 1-877-877-3735. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning August 21, 2026. Vehicles previously repaired under recall 24V739 or 24V104 will need to have the new remedy completed.
Filed under
I5
Campaign
NHTSA 26V422000 · Jul 1, 2026
Feb 19, 202626V096000

Electrical system: wiring

A damaged wiring harness can short-circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.

DetailsHide details for campaign 26V096000
What's wrong
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2025 M5 Sportswagon, 2025-2026 M5, 2024-2025 750e xDrive, 2025-2026 550e xDrive, 2023-2025 I7, 2023-2025 7 Series, 2024-2026 i5, and 5 Series vehicles. The electrical wiring harness for the air conditioning system may become damaged during replacement of the cabin air filter.
Risk
A damaged wiring harness can short-circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the air conditioning system’s electrical wiring harness and add a retaining strap/bracket to the harness, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 16, 2026. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning April 13, 2026.
Filed under
I5 Edrive40, I5 M60 Xdrive
Campaign
NHTSA 26V096000 · Feb 19, 2026
Jul 23, 202525V395000

Electrical system: propulsion system traction motor

A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.

DetailsHide details for campaign 25V395000
What's wrong
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2022-2025 i4, 2022-2024 IX, 2023-2024 I7, and 2024 I5 vehicles. The electric drive motor software may shut down the high-voltage system, causing a loss of drive power.
Risk
A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
The electric drive motor software will be updated over-the-air (OTA) or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 5, 2025. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Filed under
I5
Campaign
NHTSA 25V395000 · Jul 23, 2025
Oct 2, 202424V739000

Electronic stability control (ESC)

A loss of power brake assist can extend the distance required to stop the vehicle.

DetailsHide details for campaign 24V739000
What's wrong
BMW of North America, LLC. (BMW) is recalling certain 2023-2024 X1, X5, X6, X7, XM, 530i, i5, 740i, 760i, i7, and 750e 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.
Risk
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 module, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters notifying owners of the safety risk are expected to be mailed November 22, 2024. Second letters will be mailed once the parts are available. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Vehicles in this recall were previously repaired under recall number 24V-104 and will need to have the new remedy completed.
Filed under
I5 Edrive40, I5 M60 Xdrive
Campaign
NHTSA 24V739000 · Oct 2, 2024
Sep 25, 202424V714000

Steering: linkages knuckle

A sudden increase in required steering effort increases the risk of a crash.

DetailsHide details for campaign 24V714000
What's wrong
BMW of North America (BMW) is recalling certain 2024-2025 530i xDrive, 540i xDrive, 2024-2025 i5 eDrive40, i5 M60 xDrive, 2025 i5 xDrive40, 2024 740i xDrive, 760i xDrive, 750e xDrive, i7 eDrive50, i7 xDrive60, and i7 M70 xDrive vehicles. The steering spindle may break requiring a greater steering effort to control the vehicle.
Risk
A sudden increase in required steering effort increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the steering spindle's double universal joint, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 22, 2024. Owners may contact BMW Customer Service at 1-800-525-7417.
Filed under
I5 Edrive40, I5 M60 Xdrive
Campaign
NHTSA 24V714000 · Sep 25, 2024
Sep 18, 202424V697000

Electronic stability control (ESC): control module

A loss of brake power assist or rear brake function can result in extended stopping distance.

DetailsHide details for campaign 24V697000
What's wrong
BMW of North America (BMW) is recalling certain 2023-2024 X1, 2024-2025 X5, 2025 X6, 2023-2025 X7, 740i, 760i, 2024 XM, 530i, 540i, i7, 750e, X2, 2024-2025 i5, 2024 Rolls Royce Spectre, 2025 MINI Countryman S ALL4, JCW Countryman ALL4, and 2025 MINI Hardtop 2 Door (Cooper, Cooper S) vehicles. Please refer to the recall report for the complete list of models. The welds in the servomotor of the integrated brake control module may break, causing a loss of power brake assist and rear brake function. In addition, the Antilock Brake System (ABS) and Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) system may not function.
Risk
A loss of brake power assist or rear brake function can result in extended stopping distance. A loss of ABS or DSC can cause a loss of vehicle handling and 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 November 13, 2024. Owners can contact BMW Customer Service at 1-800-525-7417.
Filed under
I5
Campaign
NHTSA 24V697000 · Sep 18, 2024

Merged from NHTSA model names: I5, I5 Edrive40, I5 M60 Xdrive, I5 M60. Not every vehicle of a model year is affected by every campaign.

To see whether a recall is still open on your car, enter the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the BMW recall lookup. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer (federal law; see limits).

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Owner complaints by component21

NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h
21Complaints filed
2Involving a crash
0Involving a fire
0Injuries reported
ComponentShareComplaints%CrashesFiresInjuries
Service brakes838100
Electrical system524000
Electronic stability control (ESC)524100
Hydraulic419100
Forward collision avoidance314100
Unknown or other314000
Steering210000
Back over prevention210000
Lane departure210000
Visibility/wiper15000
Power train15000
Engine15000
Fuel/propulsion system15000
Air bags15000
Wheels15000

An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number.

Latest reports

  • Electrical system

    “The vehicle has had intermittent charging issues where when the battery is below a certain level, it will fail to fully charge.”

    Filed 10/15/2026 · ODI 11771462
  • Steering

    “On May 3, 2026, while operating my 2024 BMW i5 on public roads, the vehicle suffered a sudden and complete loss of power steering with no prior warning. I could not turn the steering wheel at a stop.”

    Filed 05/05/2026 · ODI 11735764
  • Visibility/wiper

    “While driving under normal conditions at roadway speed, the panoramic sunroof glass suddenly failed with a loud explosive sound. There was no observed impact, no debris strike, and no prior damage to the glass.”

    Filed 05/05/2026 · ODI 11735810

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2024 BMW i5 recall questions

How many recalls does the 2024 BMW i5 have?

NHTSA lists 10 safety recall campaigns for the 2024 BMW i5. The most recent, 26V422000 (reported July 1, 2026), concerns service brakes, hydraulic. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.

What are the 2024 BMW i5 recalls for?

The largest group is electrical system, with 4 campaigns. Others: electronic stability control (ESC) (3), service brakes, hydraulic (1), steering (1). Each campaign below lists the defect, the risk and the free remedy.

What is the most common complaint about the 2024 BMW i5?

Service brakes is the most-reported component, named in 8 complaints out of 21 filed with NHTSA (38%). Across all complaints, owners reported 2 crashs and 0 fires. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How do I check if a recall is open on my 2024 BMW i5?

Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the BMW recall lookup. That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised BMW dealer.

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