2024 BMW X5 Technical Service Bulletins

161 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2024 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.

• 11037505Sep 9, 2026Engine. Potential customer complaints with no fault codes stored / No MIL displayed. 1. “Rough idle after idling for a longer period of time” 2. “Vehicle feels like it is misfiring at idle” The automatic Start/Stop function is deactivated. The vehicle is stopped and the engine runs at idle speed. After prolonged idle operation (approximately 30 to 50 seconds), a slight jolt or slight change in idlespeed may be noticeable…
• 11037532Sep 8, 2026Electrical system. After programming the vehicle via ISTA/RSUto I-level …26-03-5xx, customer may reportsome of the interior ambient lighting strips(arrows) may begin to fail sporadically after adeep sleep cycle. This concern is temporary and the interiorambient lighting will be restored on its ownafter the vehicle is locked/unlocked or colorselection setting is changed.
• 11036436Aug 22, 2026Engine. Air Flap Return
• 11036381Aug 20, 2026Electrical system. After programming the vehicle via ISTA/RSUto I-level …26-03-5xx, some of the interiorambient lighting strips (arrows) may begin tofail sporadically after a deep sleep cycle.
• 11036380Aug 20, 2026Electrical system. After replacement of the Integrated Braking system (IB)/Power Brake the total distance covered might belower than when handed over to the workshop for the repair.
• 11036432Aug 6, 2026Engine. Fan Return
• 11035404Jul 23, 2026Electrical system. The Central Information Display (CID) side of the Multifunction Display (MFD) may flicker intermittently. Theflickering manifests itself in three phases: The image is distorted The central information display turns black (black screen) The image is OK again The complete flickering episode with all the above-mentioned three phases only lasts about half a second intotal each time.
• 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.
• 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…
• 11033035May 11, 2026Engine. Delivery stop: variable valve timing
• 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.
• 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".
• 11031574Apr 6, 2026Suspension. When turning the steering wheel while stationary or when driving on uneven roads; cracking, creaking, or knocking noises may be heard.
• 11030308Mar 17, 2026Exterior lighting. The check control message(s) for the (brakelights, taillights, side lights, turn indicator,daytime driving lights) taillamps (highlightedin orange in the photo) is intermittentlydisplayed. Possible fault codes entries 80801E- LED driver: Communicationfaulty 80819E- LED driver: Communicationfaulty 80831E- LED driver: Communicationfaulty 80849E- LED driver: Communicationfaulty
• 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.
• 11030063Mar 9, 2026Seats. The customer brings vehicle in with one or both of the second row 60/40 split seats in the folded position.The seat does not respond to any requests from the second seat row seat switch button(s).
• 11029069Feb 24, 2026Body and structure. A slight depression or outline (circled) may bevisible on the top passenger side of theinstrument panel.
• 11029047Feb 23, 2026Suspension. Various external influences can cause premature aging of the tension strut hydro-mount elastomer; which can lead to cracks in the material, and leakage.
• 11029021Feb 23, 2026Electrical system. KLE Control Unit Return
• 11028296Jan 23, 2026Air bags. The ACSM control unit, which controls the driving safety and driving dynamics sensor system, may be faulty. Cracks could have formed on the printed circuit board during production. In very rare cases, the crack can enlarge due to mechanical load and lead to failure of the control unit. In this case, the driver will be informed accordingly by various warning displays about the failure and deactivation of the driving…
• 11028151Jan 15, 2026Electrical system. Power Kit Electronics Return
• 11027771Jan 3, 2026Electrical system. SITUATION 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
• 11027758Jan 3, 2026Engine. Due to an assembly error the upper oil pan screws may not have been torqued correctly.
• 11026960Dec 18, 2025Electrical system. When performing a vehicle test, diagnostic trouble code “ 8013FE Software run time error” is found in theIHKA module. If this fault is set for two consecutive life cycles, it will turn on the check engine light on vehicles with an I-level lower than 24-11-570. This fault memory entry does not cause an impairment of functionality of the automatic air conditioningsystem.
• 11024709Oct 31, 2025Engine. RSU availability. VOLUNTARY EMISSIONS RECALL 24E-A02: VALVETRONIC
• 11024716Oct 29, 2025Electrical system. RSU availability. Due to a software error in the BCP, the Calibration Identification Number (CAL ID) and the CalibrationVerification Number (CVN) of the vehicle are not stored correctly. They are generated with eachprogramming session and are used to identify official BMW software.
• 11024713Oct 29, 2025Electrical system. RSU availability. 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
• 11024717Oct 28, 2025Electrical system. RSU availability. Due to a software error in the BCP, the Calibration Identification Number (CAL ID) and the CalibrationVerification Number (CVN) of the vehicle are not stored correctly. They are generated with each programming session and are used to identify official BMW software.
• 11024211Oct 3, 2025Electrical system. In some situations, an emergency call may be triggered in the vehicle without either the customer pressing the SOS Call button, or an airbag deployment event. In some cases, the customer may not even be inside the vehicle.
• 11024205Sep 18, 2025Electrical system. Starting from I-level …24-07-500, it is possible that the Automatic Hold function is not automatically storedfor the next journey. The function must be activated again by the driver at the beginning of every trip. After asoftware update to 25-03-500 and higher, this occurs more frequently.
• 11024225Sep 5, 2025Suspension. Control Arm Return
• 11023252Sep 3, 2025Exterior lighting. The check control message(s) for the (brakelights, taillights, side lights, turn indicator,daytime driving lights) taillamps (highlightedin orange in the photo) is intermittentlydisplayed.
• 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.
• 11021817Aug 8, 2025Steering. When turning the steering wheel while stationary or when driving on uneven roads; cracking, creaking, or knocking noises may be heard.
• 11021816Aug 4, 2025Engine. Due to an assembly error, the oil pump screws may not have been torqued correctly.
• 11021123Jul 28, 2025Other or unknown. Seal Return
• 11021131Jul 23, 2025Other or unknown. Adapter Disc Return
• 11020931Jul 22, 2025Electrical system. The seat lumbar system “Massage” will not function if the module needs to be initialized. This can occur toeither the driver’s and/or passenger side seat.
• 11020916Jul 14, 2025Electrical system. Check control message is displayed indicating the parking assistance systems have limited functionality dueto errors detected within PDC sensors. The warning indicates parking assistance features have limitedfunctionality while the errors continue to be detected.
• 11020910Jul 14, 2025Brakes. After programming from the I-Levels between …24-03-505 and lower than …24-03-540 to I-Level …24-11-530 or higher, the following CCM may be displayed: “CCM-2525: Brake system. Drive at moderate speed”
• 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
• 11018732May 30, 2025Electrical system. The speed limit warning adopted speed, which is set by the customer, is automatically reverting to lowervalue after an extended duration of the sleep cycle.
• 11018724May 29, 2025Engine, Electrical 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.
• 11018725May 28, 2025Body and structure. A whistling sound is heard coming from the front end of the vehicle while driving at various speeds.
• 11018723May 24, 2025Electrical system, Engine. Moisture may enter the start generator supply line and cause corrosion inside the line.

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