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2026 BMW X5 Plug-In Hybrid

Recalls, owner-reported complaints, investigations and safety data

Owner complaintsComplaints are reports submitted to NHTSA by owners and drivers. NHTSA does not verify most reports before publishing them, and a complaint does not establish that a defect exists. Volume is influenced by how many of a vehicle were sold, how long it has been on the road, and how much attention an issue has received.
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Safety recallsA safety recall is issued when a manufacturer or NHTSA determines that a vehicle has a safety-related defect or does not comply with a federal motor vehicle safety standard. Recall repairs are free. Whether a specific vehicle is covered depends on its VIN — a recall listed for a model year does not necessarily apply to every vehicle of that year.
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Latest Dec 4, 2025
InvestigationsNHTSA opens an investigation to examine whether a safety defect may exist. An open investigation is not a determination that a defect exists, and many investigations close without a recall. Investigations can, however, lead to one.
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Crash or fire reportedComplaints whose submitter recorded that a crash or a fire occurred. These are the reporter's own answers on the NHTSA form, not verified findings.
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Overview

Our database contains no NHTSA owner-reported complaints for the 2026 BMW X5 Plug-In Hybrid. 2 safety recalls have been issued covering this model year; and 5 manufacturer communications are on file.

Complaints are reports submitted by owners and drivers to NHTSA. They are not verified and do not establish that a defect exists.

Safety recalls

2 campaigns cover this model year

Recalls apply to specific vehicles, not to every vehicle of a model year. Check your VIN with NHTSA or your manufacturer's dealer to confirm whether a recall affects your vehicle.

Check a VIN on NHTSA.gov
25V837000

AIR BAGS:CRITICAL FASTENERS

Dec 4, 2025
25 units potentially affected
The defect: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2026 X6, X7, X5, and X5 Plug-In Hybrid vehicles. The instrument panel may have been manufactured incorrectly and prevent the passenger-side air bag from deploying properly.
The risk: An air bag that does not deploy properly can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
The remedy: Dealers will replace the instrument panel trim, free of charge. The vehicles have not been sold from dealer inventory and therefore, no owner letters will be mailed. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on December 4, 2025.
BMW of North America, LLCView on NHTSA.gov
25V556000

VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD:CRITICAL FASTENERS

Aug 27, 2025
1,406 units potentially affected
The defect: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2026 X5 Plug-in Hybrid, X5, and X7 vehicles. The windshield may not be sealed properly, which can allow water to enter the power distribution box or electronic control unit.
The risk: Water inside electrical components can lead to electronic function failures, such as a loss of headlights, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, an electrical short-circuit may occur, increasing the risk of a fire while parked or driving.
The remedy: Dealers will inspect the windshield seal. If any leaks are detected, the seal will be repaired and vehicle control units and wiring will be replaced as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 3, 2025. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
BMW of North America, LLCView on NHTSA.gov

Recent owner complaints

Reports submitted to NHTSA, shown in the owner's own words

No owner complaints recorded for this model year

Either none have been filed with NHTSA, or this vehicle is too new for reports to have accumulated.

Manufacturer communications

A bulletin sent by a manufacturer to its dealers. Not a recall, and repairs are not necessarily free.

B610926

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

An error in the Battery Management Electronics (SME) can lead to an interruption in communication, which can lead to the high-voltage system being turned off. The error is indicated by a Check Control message, and it is generally possible to continue driving until the vehicle is parked.

B610326

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Several complaints are possible: Vehicle does not start Gear cannot be engaged Various Check Control Messages Malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) on Several Check Control messages are possible: “It is possible to continue driving. High-voltage system.” “You can continue driving. Drivetrain.” “Restart not possible. Drivetrain fault.” “Call Roadside Assistance. Drivetrain failure.” “Information: Total error of vehicle.” The following fault memory entries are stored in the CCU: D796D9 - Message (- 0x91) not up-to-date, receiver CCU, transmitter EME D796DC - No message (- 0x91), receiver CCU, transmitter EME D796D8 - No message (- 0x91), receiver CCU, transmitter EME Other fault codes below may be stored in the EGS BA09B8 – Inverter, Voltage Sensor, 5V HV AUX: Out of range or open connection detected BA0A45 – ECU internal: Internal error of the synchronous serial data bus. Additional fault memory entries are possible. Similar fault memory entries indicating a missing EMEmessage (Traction E-Machine Electronic) can also be stored in other control units.

B612325

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

The malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) is triggered and 0318E2 AC charging, charging electronics 1,component protection: Overload current on AC side fault may be stored during AC charging Level 1(120 VAC). Note: Despite the fault memory entry (and the malfunction indicator lamp), the AC charging process willcontinue operating as designed and there is no related drivability complaint. Affected PHEV (plug-in hybrid electric vehicle) vehicles with CCU-03 (7.4 kW combined charging unit).

B611925

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

The malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) is triggered by the erroneous fault code 031BFC- AC charging,charging electronics 2, internal fault: No internal capacitor discharge stored in the CCU. However, AC charging is operating as designed without a charging concern or issue. Affected PHEV vehicles have the CCU-03 (7.4 kW / 11 kW) with I-levels from …24-07-500 to …25-11-5xx.

B612225

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) is triggered by the erroneous fault code(s) BA0023 - Control unit: internalfault (software group fault) In addition, the BA0008 - CCU, internal coolant temperature sensor:Signal implausible faults may be stored in the CCU memory. However, AC charging is still operating as designed, without any related drivability complaints. Affected PHEV vehicles have the CCU-03 (7.4 kW / 11 kW) with I-levels from 24-07-500 to 25-11-5xx.

Manufacturers file copies of the bulletins they send to dealers with NHTSA. These often describe diagnostic or repair procedures for a known condition. They are not recalls: repairs described in a bulletin are usually only free if the vehicle is still under warranty or the manufacturer has extended coverage.