2020 BMW X7 Engine Problems
- Complaints
- 13about this part
- Share
- 23%of 56 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 77,204miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 13 complaints about the engine of the 2020 BMW X7, 23% of the 56 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 77,204 miles. 1 a fire, according to the filers.
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.
“我的Bmw X7 m50i开在高速公路上，全车突然没有任何动力，然后我打了Bmw roadside assistant，在i80-w高速公路上等待3小时没有任何Bmw的roadside assistant,这个我对Bmw USA…”
NHTSA complaint #11404234, filed 2021-03, 14,191 miles“Low oil sensor continues to light up and says i am low on oil. Found out that my oil pump was the main cause of the issue. At this time I have to have the oil pump replaced. It was also determined there have been numerous reports regarding oil pump failure in the 2020 BMW x7 due to an internal plastic part.”
NHTSA complaint #11745685, filed 2026-06“I was driving on the freeway when due to heavy traffic, it was a stop and go. the engine stalled and on re-started on multiple trials. this created a very dangerous situation for an immediate accident as there were vehicles all around me. the engine stalling continued the next day also and I took my vehicle to BMW for servicing and they diagnosed engine starter motor failure which they then replaced and charged me $1,411.44 on June 27, 2024. NHTSA has issued the following recall stating that the starter motor may fail and overheat. …”
NHTSA complaint #11619696, filed 2024-10“While driving the vehicle sensor lights began to come on. I assumed it was a dirty outside sensor. Not long after the ABS system lit up and my car said traction even though I was just pulling into my driveway. I quickly turned around and drove to my mechanic. Showed him all the lights and he connected the computer to read the error codes. Found out that my oil pump was the main cause of the issue. Double checked to make sure it wasn't a battery failure causing incorrect error codes and the battery was in good condition. At this time I have to have the oil pump replaced. …”
NHTSA complaint #11742175, filed 2026-06“The check engine light on my 2020 BMW X7 intermittently illuminates and then clears without warning. A BMW technician diagnosed the cause as a malfunctioning active grille shutter assembly at the front of the vehicle. Research shows this is a widespread issue among BMW X5 and X7 models of similar years, with many owners reporting the same failure and expensive repairs. This appears to be a systemic defect, not an isolated incident. …”
NHTSA complaint #11715043, filed 2026-02Related service bulletins
- 11035499Jul 28, 2026The NVLD modules limited warranty for defects in materials and/or workmanship has been extended to 15 years / 150,000 miles as determined from the vehicles original in-service /…
- 11035500Jul 17, 2026The manual starting of electronic engine oil level measurement from inside the vehicle, usually afterperforming an engine oil service task, is inoperative or it may lock up at…
- 11035497Jun 29, 2026The 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…
- 11032731May 6, 2026The 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…
- 11012075Dec 11, 2024the NVLD modules limited warranty for defects in materials and/or workmanship has been extended to 15 years / 150,000 miles as determined from the vehicles original in-service /…
- 11010768Nov 14, 2024For this vehicle, the engine coolant thermostat limited warranty for defects in materials or workmanship has been extended to 15 years/150,000 miles, as determined from the…
- 10206690Dec 1, 2021Vehicle cannot be opened or closed using comfort access, engine start is not possible, and the vehicle may not start when placing the key against the steering column.
Engine: other model years
Other parts of the 2020 BMW X7
16 complaintsElectrical system
12 complaintsOther or unknown
11 complaintsSeats
5 complaintsSteering
5 complaintsSuspension
5 complaintsBrakes
3 complaintsEngine cooling
3 complaintsFuel system
3 complaintsBody and structure
3 complaintsForward collision avoidance
2 complaintsAir bags
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2020 BMW X7
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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