Does the 2023 BMW X4 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2023 BMW X4, the most recent reported on January 30, 2026 (Electrical system: starter assembly). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2023 BMW X4?

Owners have filed 8 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is forward collision avoidance (2 complaints), followed by service brakes (2).

How many 2023 BMW X4 complaints mention a crash or fire?

2 of 8 complaints report a crash and 1 a fire; 1 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2023 BMW X4 recalls and problems

2 recalls and 8 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2023 BMW X4.

recalls

owner complaints

complaints mentioning a crash

mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2023 BMW X4 recalls

Electrical system: starter assembly

NHTSA campaign 26V056000 · reported January 30, 2026 · BMW of North America, LLC · 87,394 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Toyota Supra, 2022-2023 2 Series Coupe, 2021-2024 5 Series (xDrive), 2021-2022 Z4, 2022-2024 4 Series (Gran Coupe), 2021-2024 4 Series (Convertible and xDrive Convertible), 2021-2023 4 Series (Coupe), 2021-2024 3 Series, 2021-2023 X4, 2021-2024 X3 vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of all models. The engine starter may overheat and catch fire due to wear on an internal component.
The risk: Fire increases the risk of injury.
The fix: Dealers will replace the engine starter, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 21, 2026. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning March 24, 2026.

Power train: automatic transmission, control module (tcm/PCM/tecm)

NHTSA campaign 23V821000 · reported December 6, 2023 · BMW of North America, LLC · 552 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2023 Toyota GR Supra, 3 Series Sedan (330i xDrive, M340i xDrive, M3), 5 Series Sedan (530i, 530i xDrive, M5), 4 Series Gran Coupe (430i, 430i xDrive), 4 Series Coupe (430i, 430i xDrive, M440i xDrive), 4 Series Convertible (430i, 430i xDrive, M440i xDrive), 8 Series Coupe (840i, M850i xDrive, M8), 8 Series Convertible (840i, M850i xDrive, M8), 8 Series Gran Coupe (850i xDrive, M8), X3 SAV (X3 xDrive30i, X3M), X4 SAV (X4 xDrive30i), X5 SAV (X5 xDrive40i, X5 M50i, X5M), X6 SAV (X6 xDrive40i, X6 M50i, X6M), and Z4 sDrive30i, Z4 M40i vehicles. The weld seam of the integrated transmission control unit's cover may not have been manufactured properly, which could allow automatic transmission oil to leak into the transmission control unit.
The risk: Transmission oil that leaks into the control unit can lead to a seizure of the transmission gears, causing a sudden loss of drive power and increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace the transmission mechatronics module and the automatic transmission fluid, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 26, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

Forward collision avoidance2
Service brakes2
Air bags1
Electrical system1
Engine and engine cooling1
Power train1
Unknown or other1
Vehicle speed control1
Visibility/wiper1

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Sep 30, 2026 · Power train · 20,214 miles
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…

Jul 13, 2026 · Engine and engine cooling · 42,000 miles · fire reported
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…

Jun 3, 2026 · Unknown or other
I have a […] 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 […] old, being able to do the same thing…

Apr 22, 2026 · Visibility/wiper
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…

Aug 1, 2025 · Electrical system · 90,000 miles
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…

X4 model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes	Fires
2020	10	15	1	0
2021	7	6	0	0
2022	5	4	0	0
2023	2	8	2	1
2024	1	3	1	0
2025	1	4	0	0
2026	1	0	0	0

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Questions

Does the 2023 BMW X4 have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2023 BMW X4, the most recent reported on January 30, 2026 (Electrical system: starter assembly). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2023 BMW X4?: Owners have filed 8 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is forward collision avoidance (2 complaints), followed by service brakes (2).
How many 2023 BMW X4 complaints mention a crash or fire?: 2 of 8 complaints report a crash and 1 a fire; 1 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received September 30, 2026.