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2025 BMW X5 — BMW X5 brake booster fault

2025 BMW X5/X6/X7 Brake Booster Service Action Reminder

BMW has issued a service action reminder for certain 2025 X5, X6, and X7 models concerning a potentially faulty brake booster. Affected vehicles may exhibit a modified pedal feel or a 'red Check Control message' and require a free brake booster replacement.

2025 BMW X5 — BMW Automate My Habits settings lost

2025 BMW Automate My Habits Settings Lost SIB 65 08 26

A BMW Service Information Bulletin (SIB 65 08 26) addresses an issue where 'Automate My Habits' settings are lost after a software update to version 25-07-5XX. This affects various 2025 BMW models, including X-series, 4-series, and 7-series vehicles.

2025 BMW X5 — manufacturer_communication document image 1

2025 BMW Door Seal Detachment SIB 51 22 24

BMW has released Service Information Bulletin SIB 51 22 24 (Revision 3) to address instances of main door seal detachment at the sealing joint in various 2025 models. This bulletin outlines the symptoms, cause, and a partial replacement procedure for the affected door seals.

2025 BMW X5 — 2025 BMW X5 secure element failure

2025 BMW Secure Element Failure During Engine Start SIB 61 01 26

This BMW Service Information Bulletin (SIB 61 01 26) details a software issue causing "Secure Element Failure During Engine Start" in 2025 BMW models, leading to the "Drive carefully. Driving stabilisation." message and specific fault codes. A software update is the prescribed fix.

2025 BMW X5 — 2025 BMW X5 infotainment software issues

2025 BMW Infotainment Software Issues SIB 65 27 25

BMW has released Service Information Bulletin SIB 65 27 25 to address various software-related issues affecting the infotainment head units (HU-H4, HU-H5, HU-H6) in certain 2025 BMW models, including the X5 and X3. Symptoms range from head unit resets and delayed startup to problems with…

2025 BMW X5 — BMW Secure Element Failure

2025 BMW Models Secure Element Failure SIB 61 01 26

BMW SIB 61 01 26 details a "Secure Element Failure" during engine start for 2025 BMW X5, X7, X3, X6, 740i, iX, X1, 230i, X2 models. This issue triggers the "Drive carefully. Driving stabilisation." message and various fault codes, requiring a software update to the Basic Central Platform.

2025 BMW X5 — BMW X5 right rear output shaft

2025 BMW X5, X6 Right Rear Output Shaft Service Action

BMW has issued a service action for certain 2025 X5 and X6 models regarding a potentially faulty right rear output shaft. This can cause noise, reduced driving performance, and trigger warning lights. Owners should contact a BMW center for a free repair.

2025 BMW Models: Black CID After MFD Replacement

BMW Service Information Bulletin (SIB) 65 20 25 addresses an issue where the Central Information Display (CID) appears black after replacing the Multifunctional Display (MFD). This occurs due to a change in MFD suppliers from Continental to InnoLux. The fix involves a software update and a…

2025 BMW X5 MIL with Fault 0318E2 After Charging

BMW has issued Service Information Bulletin (SIB) 61 23 25 regarding a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) and fault code 0318E2 appearing in 2025 BMW X5, XM, and M5 PHEV vehicles after AC charging. This issue is typically caused by using non-genuine Level 1 chargers.

2025 BMW X5 MIL Fault Codes BA0023 BA0008

BMW has identified a software issue in certain 2025 PHEV models, including the X5, XM, and M5, that can trigger the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) and store fault codes BA0023 and BA0008. This is due to unfavorable Combined Charging Unit (CCU) software, but AC charging functionality remains…

2024-2025 BMW PHEV MIL with Fault Code 031BFC

BMW has released Service Information Bulletin SIB 61 19 25 for certain Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles (PHEV) from model years 2024-2025. This bulletin addresses an illuminated Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) due to fault code 031BFC, related to AC charging electronics.

2025 BMW X-Series Tailgate Smart Opener Label Removal

BMW has issued Service Information Bulletin SIB 51 01 26 to address an issue where 'Smart Opener' labels were mistakenly applied to the tailgates of certain 2025 BMW X1, X3, X5, X6, and X7 vehicles that do not have the corresponding 'touchless open' or 'kick to open' function. This bulletin…

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#11759784Aug 26, 2026

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

While the daytime running lights are on (this vehicle has front and rear daytime running lights, so when the DRL’s are on, the taillights are illuminated as well as the front daytime running lights). When the DRL’s are on, and you use a turn signal, the rear turn signals are almost invisible to the naked eye during the day time. Reason being, the DRL’s are on, so the rear tail lights are slightly illuminated. This vehicle also has a pulsating (fade on/off) turn signals in the front and rear. It’s not a sharp on/off like a typical LED. So when using the turn signal, the rear turn signals (which also act as the taillight and brake light) are very very dim and hard to see as compared to when the DRL’s are off. The photo I will provide shows the left turn signal at its brightest point, the one on top with the daytime running lights off, are very bright and visible, whereas the bottom photo (which shows the rear daytime running taillights on) also shows the left turn signal at its brightest point, and is almost indistinguishable as to whether the turn signal is flashing. Again, both have the left turn signal on at its brightest point. This is very unsafe, and applies to all 2024-2026 BMW X5’s. J would like this rectified.

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#11758309Aug 20, 2026

SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER

2025 BMW X5...warning lights appeared and voice said emergency stop... emergency stop and tried to pull me off the road. shut down the vehicle for a while... and started up. finished errands. got home. vehicle would not start in the morning. dealership said it was an issue with the braking system... electronics and dead battery . said repaired. got it back. happened again...but got it going. dealership said if it happened again... press the gas pedal and it would clear up the problem. recent issue August 18, 2026. vehicle would not start. got a jump and emergency lights again.. emergency stop. vehicle towed to dealership. was told it had faults with the brake control unit. believed to be fixed but further testing to make sure. I'm worried this will happen on highway or the vehicle is not sellable if I ever want to sell or trade it in

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#11757153Aug 15, 2026

FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS

While driving eastbound on [XXX] on XXX between approximately 9:29 and 10:21 AM, the vehicle suddenly displayed a red warning instructing the driver to “Take over braking function immediately.” At that moment, adaptive cruise control braking and automated braking assistance disengaged without warning, requiring the driver to manually brake while in traffic. This created an unexpected safety hazard for the driver, passengers, and surrounding motorists. Prior to this event, the vehicle had exhibited repeated Driver Assistance instability across multiple service visits, including inconsistent adaptive cruise control behavior, braking‑related restrictions, and GPS mislocation affecting ADAS functions. The vehicle has been inspected by the manufacturer’s authorized dealer across five service visits, including replacement of the head unit and multiple software resets. The underlying malfunction has occurred repeatedly, but the specific braking alert has not been reproduced by the dealer. No crash, fire, or injury occurred. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

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#11753465CrashJul 29, 2026

FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING, BACK OVER PREVENTION: WARNINGS, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

Our 2025 BMW X5 50e was involved in an accident while slowly pulling into a parking spot at Bryce Canyon National Park in Utah. While turning right into the striped parking spot, the car suddenly accelerated, swiping the car parked to the right and continued on to break through a rung of the log fence barrier before manual hard braking stopped it from plunging into the canyon below. There was no audible alarm heard and apparently no emergency braking engaged to prevent impact with the other car or log fence. No airbags deployed. Emergency braking was enabled. Drive mode was Hybrid. With the grill damaged and a front sensor hanging below the damaged bumper. We are still awaiting the Park Ranger report.

#11738055May 15, 2026

ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC), SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

The contact owns a 2025 BMW X5. The contact stated while the contact's son was driving at an undisclosed speed, the brake pedal was depressed, however the vehicle failed to stop as intended. The contact's son drove the vehicle to a local gas station. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, however the vehicle had not been inspected.The tow truck driver informed the contact's son that there was a leak in the brake fluid container. In addition, the contact stated that prior to the failure occurring, the vehicle was serviced on April 30,2026 and the recall, NHTSA Campaign Number 24V104000 (Electronic Stability Control (ESC), Service Brakes, Hydrauli) was performed. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and a case was filed. The failure mileage was unknown. VIN was unavailable.

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