2024 BMW X5/X7/XM Rear Bumper Support Delivery Stop

Important Warnings for Dealers and Owners

BMW has issued a critical advisory regarding vehicles impacted by this Delivery Stop. Dealers are explicitly instructed:

"Do not deliver to a customer, a New Certified Pre-Owned or Used vehicle subject to a Delivery Stop, until the vehicle is repaired. Do not use or sell replacement equipment/parts subject to a Delivery Stop."

This means that any affected 2024 BMW X5, X7, or XM vehicle currently in dealer inventory or awaiting delivery cannot be released to customers until the necessary inspection and potential repair of the rear bumper support are completed.

Situation: Rear Bumper Support Weld Issue

BMW AG initiated a Delivery Stop, effective September 14, 2023, for specific 2023–2024 BMW vehicles. This action, documented under Service Information Bulletin (SIB) 41 04 23, addresses a manufacturing concern with the rear bumper support. The weld seam at the towing eye did not meet BMW's stringent quality requirements, potentially compromising its integrity. The affected vehicles were produced between May 9, 2023, and May 30, 2023.

Cause of the Issue

The underlying cause for this Delivery Stop is that, in very rare instances, the rear bumper support part may not be able to withstand the intended tensile load. This structural weakness stems from the weld seam at the towing eye, which was found to be out of specification during manufacturing. For the 2024 BMW X5 and other affected models, this could lead to a compromised towing point.

Repair Procedure Summary

To address the rear bumper support issue, BMW dealers will follow a specific procedure outlined in SIB 41 04 23. The repair involves inspecting the rear bumper support and replacing it if necessary.

1. Rear Bumper Removal: Technicians will first remove the rear bumper using repair instructions detailed in ISTA/AIR document 51 12 156.
2. Inspection: The rear bumper support label will be checked for its production date and serial number.
3. Replacement Criteria: Replacement of the rear bumper support is required if the Manufacturing (MFG) date on the label is one of the following: 132, 133, 134, 135, 136, or 137, AND the serial number is 322. If these specific conditions are met, the rear bumper support must be replaced according to repair instructions in ISTA/AIR 51 12 050. All other combinations of production date and serial numbers are considered acceptable, and no replacement is needed.

The repair code for this action is 0051690500, covering "G05 G07 G09 Checking rear bumper support, replacing if necessary." This Service Information Bulletin (SIB) 41 04 23 is a revision, superseding the previous SI B41 04 23 dated October 2023.

Required Parts

If a replacement of the rear bumper support is necessary, the following parts may be used:

• Rear bumper support: Part Numbers 51 12 7 425 444 or 51 12 5 A1A 646
• Gasket: Part Number 51 12 7 425 457
• Hex nut: Part Number 07 14 7 266 441

Additionally, other small materials such as fluids, lubricants, one-time use screws, nuts, and seals, which are not explicitly listed, must be selected from the Electronic Parts Catalog (ETK) or other approved BMW resources as per the vehicle type.

What Owners Should Know

If you have a 2024 BMW X5, X7, or XM that was produced between May 9, 2023, and May 30, 2023, and is awaiting delivery, your vehicle may be subject to this Delivery Stop. BMW dealers are required to inspect and, if necessary, repair the rear bumper support before the vehicle can be delivered. This action ensures that your vehicle meets BMW's quality and safety standards for the rear bumper support.

This repair qualifies for Alternative Mobility Solution (AMS) expense reimbursement, meaning that if you are impacted by delays due to this Delivery Stop, there are provisions for alternative transportation. For more details, refer to SI B01 29 16.

NHTSA ID: 10245369