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2019 BMW X7 Transmission and drivetrain Problems

Complaints
5about this part
Share
10%of 48 total for the year
Median mileage
102,000miles
Trend
Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.

NHTSA recorded 5 complaints about the transmission and drivetrain of the 2019 BMW X7, 10% of the 48 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 102,000 miles.

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 transfer case for this 2019 is failing, and cannot be repaired without changing the entire case according to the mechanic notes. there is a significant grinding when turning at slow speeds and a locking-up feeling to the steering. dealer will not admit to any issues. car was inspected by an independent certified BMW mechanic no warning or indication given other than the impaired handling of the vehicle.”

NHTSA complaint #11701579, filed 2025-11

“I am reporting a safety concern involving BMW vehicles equipped with the B58 Technical Update (B58TU) engine, commonly found in model years 2019–2021. These vehicles use a variable-displacement oil pump with an internal thermoplastic component that regulates oil pressure. This component is increasingly failing in the field, often fracturing and causing sudden loss or instability of oil pressure. Failures commonly occur during cold starts in low temperatures. …”

NHTSA complaint #11731339, filed 2026-04

“The contact owns a 2019 BMW X7. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the engine overheated and the engine seized. The check engine warning light was illuminated. While attempting to restart the vehicle, the vehicle restarted with the power train warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed, and the failure reoccurred. The failure was a persistent failure. The contact stated that there was thick white smoke coming from the exhaust. The contact noticed a fuel odor on the interior and exterior of the vehicle. …”

NHTSA complaint #11733949, filed 2026-04, 102,000 miles

“Transfer case goes bad on all 2019 models. I'm in awe that there's not a recall on it. A replacement costs around $9k. Somebody should look into this. Thank you”

NHTSA complaint #11707157, filed 2025-12

“Safety Defect Report — Engine Oil Pump Failure (BMW B58TU Engine) Component or System Involved The failure involves the variable-displacement engine oil pump installed in BMW vehicles equipped with the B58 Technical Update (B58TU) engine, commonly found in model years 2019–2021. The oil pump contains an internal thermoplastic adjusting component that regulates engine oil pressure. Field reports indicate this internal component can fracture, causing unstable or complete loss of engine oil pressure. The failed component may be available for inspection upon request if retained after repair. …”

NHTSA complaint #11721017, filed 2026-02

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Transmission and drivetrain: other model years

YearComplaintsShare of year
2026114%
202423%
2023511%
2022210%
20211123%
20201629%
2019510%

Other parts of the 2019 BMW X7

Electrical system
23 complaints
Engine
11 complaints
Other or unknown
7 complaints
Engine cooling
5 complaints
Seats
5 complaints
Forward collision avoidance
4 complaints
Brakes
3 complaints
Back-over prevention (rear camera)
2 complaints
Fuel system
2 complaints
Air bags
1 complaints
Electronic stability control
1 complaints
Steering
1 complaints

← All problems reported for the 2019 BMW X7

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.

To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology