2022 BMW X5: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2022 BMW X5: 1 recall, 70 owner complaints and up to 23 mpg combined.
Recalls
1 vehicle recall from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Visibility (wipers, glass) Vehicle recall #22V267000 · 2022 · 61,221 vehicles
What's wrong: The roof function control unit May be programmed incorrectly, allowing the sunroof to close without the key fob present inside the vehicle. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 118, "power-operated window systems."
Why it matters: A sunroof that closes without the key fob present inside the vehicle can increase the risk of injury.
The fix: Dealers will reprogram the roof function control unit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 20, 2022.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 1 mention a fire, 3 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Transmission & drivetrain (24): the most common themes are hard / delayed shifting (6), stalls / loses power (5).
- Other / unknown (17): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (2).
- Electrical (16): the most common themes are electrical failure (7), fire / smoke (3).
- Engine (12): the most common themes are electrical failure (4), fire / smoke (3), stalls / loses power (2).
The 2022 BMW X5 has 70 owner complaints, ranking #22 of 28 X5 model years for complaints (about average; the typical year has 113). Complaints peaked in 2026 (24 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 2 years old, at a median of 39,000 miles. Neighboring years: 2021 (109 complaints, 12 recalls), 2023 (33 complaints, 4 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.0 L 6-cyl turbo hybrid | Automatic (S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 21 | 26 | 23 | Premium |
| 3.0 L 6-cyl turbo hybrid | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 21 | 25 | 23 | Premium |
| 3.0 L 6-cyl turbo hybrid | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 19 | 22 | 20 | Premium and Electricity |
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FAQ
Does the 2022 BMW X5 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 vehicle recall for the 2022 BMW X5. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2022 BMW X5 problems?
Owners have filed 70 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are transmission & drivetrain (24), other / unknown (17), electrical (16).
What gas mileage does the 2022 BMW X5 get?
EPA ratings run up to 23 mpg combined (3.0 L, Automatic (S8)), across 3 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2022 BMW X5 repair manual?
eManualOnline sells downloadable manuals, Mitchell 1 DIY and ALLDATAdiy sell online access to factory repair data, and Haynes sells printed guides and online access. Pick a download if you want to keep it, or a subscription for wiring diagrams and TSBs.