2024 BMW X5 Back-over prevention (rear camera) Problems
- Complaints
- 5about this part
- Share
- 3%of 145 total for the year
- Median mileage
- —not reported
- Trend
- Too newThis model year is less than 4 years old, so a trend is not meaningful yet.
NHTSA recorded 5 complaints about the back-over prevention of the 2024 BMW X5, 3% of the 145 complaints for this model year.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“The rear cross traffic warning does not work. I have backed up and a vehicle is coming right behind me and I thank goodness stop by pressing on the brake when I spotted the vehicle in the car camera.”
NHTSA complaint #11623259, filed 2024-11“We purchased the car June 3rd 2023. Since purchase the car has given a Check engine light over6 times and the Expansion Valves have been replaced. It has spend 50+ days in service since purchase. On 1/26/24 the High Voltage system light cam eon and the car is back for repairs for 7 days and still not resolved. The automated parking systems are prone to errors and have nearly cased accidents. Luckily I intervened and stopped using them. The eSim features that are advertised do not work. I have spoken to BMW NA and hey have not been helpful.”
NHTSA complaint #11569477, filed 2024-02“While using the Park Assist feature on my 2024 BMW X5, the vehicle was under active system control during a parking maneuver. The system directed the vehicle in reverse and struck an object. I did not apply the accelerator. The vehicle was operating under Park Assist guidance at the time of impact. The collision resulted in damage to the rear bumper. I have reported this to BMW North America and requested a diagnostic scan to retrieve fault codes from the Park Assist module. What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? …”
NHTSA complaint #11738966, filed 2026-05“Rear cross traffic alert system never works whenever a car is approaching. Only works when it is too late. Definitely no pedestrian alert. Much cheaper vehicles with this feature actually sound an alert before any emergency activation. Dealer states system is working according to spec. BMW Forum has many complaints with this system that cost extra $s on my suv. THIS IS A SAFETY ISSUE & a Manufacturer quality issue.”
NHTSA complaint #11670210, filed 2025-06Back-over prevention (rear camera): other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 4 | 14% |
| 2025 | 5 | 8% |
| 2024 | 5 | 3% |
| 2023 | 2 | 6% |
| 2022 | 4 | 6% |
| 2021 | 9 | 8% |
| 2020 | 2 | 2% |
| 2019 | 6 | 3% |
| 2016 | 1 | 1% |
| 2015 | 1 | 1% |
| 2013 | 1 | 1% |
| 2010 | 1 | 1% |
Other parts of the 2024 BMW X5
90 complaintsElectronic stability control
56 complaintsElectrical system
25 complaintsForward collision avoidance
16 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
16 complaintsEngine
13 complaintsOther or unknown
9 complaintsVehicle speed control
5 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
5 complaintsFuel system
4 complaintsAir bags
3 complaintsSteering
3 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2024 BMW X5
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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