2020 BMW X7 Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors) Problems
- Complaints
- 1about this part
- Share
- 2%of 56 total for the year
- Median mileage
- —not reported
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 1 complaints about the visibility of the 2020 BMW X7, 2% of the 56 complaints for this model year. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
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 vehicle suffered a complete premature failure of the factory aluminum A/C evaporator core due to internal corrosion. This is a known, widespread issue on BMW G-chassis vehicles. The failure causes pressurized R-1234yf chemical refrigerant and atomized PAG compressor oil to leak directly into the passenger cabin ventilation stream, creating a health hazard from chemical fumes. Additionally, the complete loss of climate control dehumidification causes immediate, severe windshield fogging during inclement weather, creating a sudden and significant visibility hazard while driving. …”
NHTSA complaint #11771048, filed 2026-10Related recalls
- 22V267000Apr 20, 2022BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2022 4 Series Gran Coupe (430i, 430i xDrive, M440i xDrive); 2019-2022 X5 sDrive40i, X5 xDrive40i, X5…Covers: BMW X7 2019–2023, X5 2019–2022, X6 2020–2022 +2 more
Related service bulletins
- 11020927Jul 21, 2025One or more of the LED daytime running lights are dim or discolored.
- 10249437Jan 16, 2024The basic conditions for initializing the power windows are not met.
- 10244239Oct 18, 2023This situation can result in two customer complaints: 1. Wind noise 2. Excess water entry
- 10242696Aug 1, 2023?Water leaking into the vehicle from the headliner/microphone area.
- 10242530Aug 1, 2023A check control message (CCM) for the restraint system (Air bag) appears.
- 10239614Jun 1, 2023The air conditioning cycles from cold to warm air while driving or while at a stand still. The vent outlet temperatures vary by 25 degrees Fahrenheit or more (38 F to 60 F +)…
- 10238080May 1, 2023Due to the semiconductor supply, the Local Interconnect Network module in either of the exterior mirrors was switched to another controller. That one provides an imprecise…
- 10238077May 1, 2023Upon opening or closing (i.e., folding in or out) the exterior mirror assembly, a creaking sound is heard from either the driver and/or passenger side.
- 10236229Apr 1, 2023Due to the semiconductor supply, the Local Interconnect Network module in either of the exterior mirrors was switched to another controller.
- 10233163Feb 1, 2023Check control message (CCM) 183 Windscreen wiper malfunction is displayed.
Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors): other model years
Other parts of the 2020 BMW X7
16 complaintsEngine
13 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 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2020 BMW X7
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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