2023 BMW X5 Technical Service Bulletins

160 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2023 BMW X5. TSBs are notes manufacturers send to dealers about repair procedures for issues seen in the field. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault.

• 11036377Aug 26, 2026Engine. The return springs on the exhaust camshaft followers (switchable rocker arm) may break.
• 11035400Jul 10, 2026Body and structure. In the affected vehicles, an incorrect screwlocking device (circled) may have been usedfor the mounting bolts of the door latch locks.
• 11035396Jul 10, 2026Engine. Due to an implementation error in various OBD diagnostics in the vehicle's control units, in very rare cases itmay happen that stored fault memory codes (DTCs) and the MIL (warning light) are not automaticallydeleted even though the underlying malfunction has already been rectified. This does not comply with the statutory OBD specifications.
• 11035497Jun 29, 2026Engine. The EVAP systems purge (vent) valve limited warranty for defects in materials and / or workmanship has been extended to 15 years / 150,000 miles as determined from the original first in-service / delivery date.
• 11034450Jun 11, 2026Electrical system. In these vehicles with an S68 engine, an incorrect diagnosis of the Valvetronic (VVT) may occur. Undercertain operating conditions, the software may detect a short-circuit in the valve control system even thoughthere is no fault. When the above-mentioned fault occurs, the red Check Control warning light ‘Drive system fault’ illuminates.This can result in the intake valves closing gradually, which may lead to…
• 11033033May 19, 2026Air bags. A check control message (CCM) for the restraint system (Air bag) appears. In the instrument cluster, the redair bag warning light lights up permanently. One of the following fault codes is stored in the ACSM (air bag control unit): 930949 - Knee airbag, driver: Short circuit to negative terminal 93094F - Knee airbag, front passenger: Short circuit to negative terminal 93094C - Knee airbag driver's side: Resistance…
• 11033035May 11, 2026Engine. Delivery stop: variable valve timing
• 11032731May 6, 2026Engine. The EVAP systems purge (vent) valve limited warranty for defects in materials or workmanship has been extended to 15 years / 150,000 miles as determined from the original in-service date.
• 11032744May 5, 2026Electrical system. After replacing the Multifunctional Display (MFD), the Central Information Display (CID) is black. The backlight of the CID is illuminated, and touch function does register an audible sound.
• 11032743May 4, 2026Body and structure. 1. Use of aftermarket accessory hang-on cellular phone holders and/or air fresheners can break the instrument panel air vent slats. Damage and/or issues caused by outside influences are not covered under the BMW limited warranties. Originally, the air vent slats were only repairable by replacing the entire front center dash vent assembly; which in some applications, also included the IHKA control module.
• 11032741May 4, 2026Body and structure. The center console and front cup holder get noticeably too warm to the touch on long journeys with the interior "Heating on".
• 11030061Mar 11, 2026Electrical system. BMW AG is conducting Voluntary Emissions Recall (effective March 11, 2026) on certain Model Year 2023 -2026 BMW vehicles that were produced between January 14, 2022, and September 16, 2025.
• 11025835Nov 25, 2025Air bags. A check control message (CCM) for the restraint system (Air bag) appears. In the instrument cluster, the redair bag warning light lights up permanently. One of the following fault codes is stored in the ACSM (air bag control unit): 930949 - Knee airbag, driver: Short circuit to negative terminal 93094F - Knee airbag, front passenger: Short circuit to negative terminal 93094C - Knee airbag driver's side: Resistance…
• 11024709Oct 31, 2025Engine. RSU availability. VOLUNTARY EMISSIONS RECALL 24E-A02: VALVETRONIC
• 11023120Sep 3, 2025Transmission and drivetrain. The rear right driven half-shaft (aka output shaft/driven shaft) may not have been manufactured correctly during production and may break. In the event of a failure, there could be significant noises in the area of the rear axle and the driving performance will be noticeably reduced.
• 11022360Aug 26, 2025Electrical system. The headliner light partially/does not illuminate.
• 11022104Aug 20, 2025Body and structure. While driving on rough/uneven roads, a buzzing sound can be heard from the upper tailgate interior trim panel.
• 11020933Jul 17, 2025Electrical system, Engine. A quality check revealed that the DME in these vehicles has a programming error. This results in a deviation of the fuel-air mixture in the internal combustion engine.
• 11019556Jun 13, 2025Electrical system. A quality check revealed that the DME in these vehicles has a programming error. This results in a deviation of the fuel-air mixture in the internal combustion engine.
• 11019563Jun 11, 2025Electrical system. As a result of a data input error, certain fault memories are permanently stored. The permanent storage offault memories does not comply with the legal specifications of the authority (California Air Resources Board– CARB). The fault has no effect on the use of the vehicle by the customer.
• 11019554Jun 11, 2025Electrical system. Emissions recall 25e-a02: program control units
• 11018724May 29, 2025Electrical system, Engine. A quality check revealed that the DME in these vehicles has a programming error. This results in a deviation of the fuel-air mixture in the internal combustion engine.
• 11017506Apr 29, 2025Body and structure. A groaning noise is present from the door frame of any door, most commonly when driving over rough roadsor during body flex. This situation may be worse in vehicles which are regularly waxed in th e area of the door jamb.
• 11017273Apr 25, 2025Electrical system. As a result of a data input error, certain fault memories are permanently stored. The permanent storage offault memories does not comply with the legal specifications of the authority (California Air Resources Board– CARB). The fault has no effect on the use of the vehicle by the customer.
• 11017084Apr 15, 2025Body and structure. A vehicle listed above may arrive with a Check Control Message (CCM), and/or malfunction indicator lamp(MIL) illuminated. After carrying out the vehicle test, one or more of the stored faults indicate that the operation of the frontbottom active air flap is obstructed or blocked.
• 11017083Apr 1, 2025Brakes. As a result of a data input error, certain fault memories are permanently stored. The permanent storage offault memories does not comply with the legal specifications of the authority (California Air Resources Board– CARB). The fault has no effect on the use of the vehicle by the customer.
• 11016446Mar 26, 2025Body and structure. A check control message is displayed, indicating that the parking assistance systems have limitedfunctionality due to errors detected within PDC sensors. The warning indicates parking assistance featureshave limited functionality while the errors continue to be detected.
• 11014420Feb 20, 2025Engine. The return springs on the exhaust camshaft followers (switchable rocker arm) may break.
• 11012078Dec 2, 2024Engine. Delivery stop: oil pump
• 11009555Oct 31, 2024Steering. When turning the steering wheel while stationary or when driving on uneven roads; cracking, creaking, or knocking noises may be heard.
• 11009002Oct 17, 2024Air bags. A check control message (CCM) for the restraint system (Air bag) appears. In the instrument cluster, the red air bag warning light lights up permanently. One of the following fault codes is stored in the ACSM (air bag control unit): 930949 - Knee airbag, driver: Short circuit to negative terminal 93094F - Knee airbag, front passenger: Short circuit to negative terminal 93094C - Knee airbag driver's side: Resistance…
• 11006766Aug 16, 2024Transmission and drivetrain. There is a jerking or shuddering during either or both of the following: Cornering or accelerating from low speeds Driving with low to medium loads There are no warning lights or Check Control messages.
• 11006748Aug 8, 2024Electrical system. The usage of the Highway Assist Hands-Off function (option code 5AX) is not possible.
• 11006735Aug 7, 2024Seats. A rattling noise can be heard emanating from the area of the rear seat backrest of the second row ofseats. The noise does not occur when the rear seat backrest is folded down.
• 11002657Jun 28, 2024Electrical system. Quality improvements and robustness measures are to be implemented on the affected vehicles via thissoftware update. The software update improves functions in the following areas of the vehicle: Bluetooth malfunctions The start-up phase of the head unit (HU) has been shortened (faster start of the operating system) The number of disconnections from Apple CarPlay have been reduced Vehicle access and the drive-ready…
• 11002668Jun 12, 2024Electrical system. The Service Acti on related to SIB 65 20 23 has been completed and the defect code has been closed by warranty. Alllisted VINs have had the acti on performed. This Service Acti on is complete and the informati on is no longer valid
• 11002827Jun 6, 2024Engine. Voluntary emissions recall 24e-a02: valvetronic
• 11000566May 24, 2024Electrical system. The Check Control Message “Emergency call not available” is displayed to the customer. Check Control Message 299 is stored in the Instrument Cluster check control message list or in the vehiclekey data. This fault may be intermittent and can heal itself after a drive cycle. It may no longer be displayed to the customer in the next life cycle.
• 11000533May 21, 2024Electrical system. Quality improvements and robustness measures are to be implemented on the affected vehicles via thissoftware update. The software update improves functions in the following areas of the vehicle: Bluetooth malfunctions The start-up phase of the head unit (HU) has been shortened (faster start of the operating system) The number of disconnections from Apple CarPlay have been reduced Vehicle access and the drive-ready…
• 11000508May 10, 2024Transmission and drivetrain, Electrical system. The inverter or (EGS-EME) Electrical Machine Electronics Transmission Control supply line may be damaged due to improper routing. This can cause Check Control Message (CCM) warnings, or in some instances the vehicle may slowly coast to a stop during purely electric driving.
• 11000526May 6, 2024Electrical system. Both the air freshener and the ionizer can be operated in the central information display ; however, neither of them function.
• 10253731Apr 24, 2024Electrical system. Certain vehicles with a Wireless Charging Tray installed may experience operation issues with ComfortAccess or remote functions.
• 10253342Apr 22, 2024Engine cooling. BMW AG has issued a Delivery Stop (effective April 12, 2024) on certain Model Year 2023 - 2025 BMW vehicles that were produced between July 21, 2021, and April 11, 2024.
• 10253898Apr 18, 2024Engine cooling. BMW AG has issued a Delivery Stop (effective April 12, 2024) on certain Model Year 2023 - 2025 BMW vehicles that were produced between July 21, 2021, and April 11, 2024.
• 10253896Apr 15, 2024Engine cooling. BMW AG has issued a Delivery Stop (effective April 12, 2024) on certain Model Year 2023 - 2025 BMW vehicles that were produced between July 21, 2021, and April 11, 2024.
• 10252279Mar 29, 2024Seats. The seat leather upholstery detaches from the front of the thigh support (aka knee bolster) of either front seat.
• 10252135Mar 25, 2024Electrical system. After performing a BMW Remote Software Upgrade (RSU), the functionality of the Comfort Access andPassive Go/Exit features may be reduced. Also, one or more of the following error memory entries below may be stored in the Basic Central Platform(BCP) module.
• 10252016Mar 21, 2024Equipment. Deactivated: Currently investigating other components that maybe playing a factors besides what is mentioned in the SIB. Topic is under investigation.
• 10252020Mar 20, 2024Transmission and drivetrain, Electrical system. The inverter or (EGS-EME) Electrical Machine Electronics Transmission Control supply line may be damaged due to improper routing. This can cause Check Control Message (CCM) warnings, or in some instances the vehicle may slowly coast to a stop during purely electric driving.
• 10252033Mar 14, 2024Suspension. During inspection and/or diagnosis there is noticeable dirt/grease buildup on the axles near the inner and/o router CV boots.

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