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2020 BMW X5 recalls

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Recalls on record for a 2020 BMW X5

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Note: This lookup is by make, model and year, so it lists every recall issued for that vehicle — not all of which will apply to your exact build. A dealer can confirm what is outstanding on your VIN in a minute.

7 current recalls

Engine

Transport Canada recall 2025514 · manufacturer campaign 12 90 25RC

25 September 2025

Transport Canada lists: 3 Series 2020 · X5 2019–2020 · X6 2020 · X7 2019–2020

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the recall repairs completed by a BMW dealer during recall 12 83 24RC (Transport Canada recall no. 2024-444) may not be effective. As a result, certain vehicles require a second repair. On certain vehicles, if you try to start the engine repeatedly, the starter could overheat. If this happens, and nearby components contact the starter, it could cause a fire.

Why it matters

A fire can create the risk of injury.

What the dealer will do

BMW will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to replace the engine starter.

14,573 vehicles affected in CanadaSUVSafety Mfr

Electrical

Transport Canada recall 2024444 · manufacturer campaign 12 83 24RC

1 August 2024

Transport Canada lists: 3 Series 2020 · X5 2019–2020 · X6 2020 · X7 2019–2020

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, if you try to start the engine repeatedly, the starter could overheat. If this happens, and nearby components contact the starter, it could cause a fire.

Why it matters

A fire can create the risk of injury.

What the dealer will do

BMW will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to update the vehicle software.

11,802 vehicles affected in CanadaCarSafety Mfr

Structure

Transport Canada recall 2022202 · manufacturer campaign 61 81 22RC

20 April 2022

Transport Canada lists: 4 Series 2022 · X5 2019–2022 · X6 2020–2022 · X7 2019–2022

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, a software problem could allow you to close the sunroof remotely without the key fob inside the vehicle. Canadian regulations require the key fob to be in or near the vehicle when closing the sunroof.

Why it matters

A sunroof that can be closed without the key fob in or near the vehicle could create a risk of injury.

What the dealer will do

BMW will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealership to reprogram the roof function control unit. Alternatively, you can download an over-the-air update to fix this problem.

6,235 vehicles affected in CanadaSUVCompliance Mfr

Visual System

Transport Canada recall 2021078 · manufacturer campaign 66 80 21RC

18 February 2021

Transport Canada lists: 3 Series 2019–2021 · 4 Series 2021 · 5 Series 2020–2021 · 7 Series 2020–2021 · and 6 more

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, a software problem could cause the rearview camera image not to appear correctly in the central display. Canadian regulations require the rearview image to display when the transmission is shifted into reverse gear.

Why it matters

A rearview camera image that does not display correctly could reduce a driver's ability to see behind the vehicle while backing up. This could increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

BMW will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to update the rearview camera software, if necessary.

2,263 vehicles affected in CanadaSUVCompliance Mfr

Brakes

Transport Canada recall 2021061 · manufacturer campaign 34 80 21RC

10 February 2021

Transport Canada lists: 3 Series 2021 · 4 Series 2021 · 7 Series 2021 · 8 Series 2020–2021 · and 3 more

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, an internal part in the integrated brake system could fail during hard braking. If this happens, there would be a reduction in brake boost and the antilock brake system (ABS) would turn off. This can cause an increase in brake pedal effort that is required to stop the vehicle.

Why it matters

A sudden increase in brake pedal force and a loss of ABS braking could lead to an increase in stopping distance. This could increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

BMW will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer replace the integrated brake system (hydraulic unit and master cylinder).

45 vehicles affected in CanadaCarSafety Mfr

Lights And Instruments

Transport Canada recall 2020409 · manufacturer campaign 63 82 20RC

1 September 2020

Transport Canada lists: X5 2020–2021 · X6 2020–2021 · X7 2020–2021

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the wrong headlight lenses may have been installed. This could cause the headlights to produce blue light. Canadian regulations do not allow headlights to emit a blue light.

Why it matters

Headlights that produce blue light may confuse other road users. This could increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

BMW will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to inspect the headlights. They will be replaced, if necessary.

160 vehicles affected in CanadaSUVCompliance Mfr

Visual System

Transport Canada recall 2019480 · manufacturer campaign 66 82 19RC

1 October 2019

Transport Canada lists: 3 Series 2019–2020 · 5 Series 2018–2020 · 6 Series 2018–2020 · 7 Series 2019–2020 · and 7 more

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the rearview camera does not return to the default settings when it turns on. This could make the rearview image difficult to see if a driver had previously adjusted the camera display brightness at or near the lowest setting, and contrast at or near the highest setting. Canadian regulations require that the rearview display returns to the default view each time the camera is turned on.

Why it matters

Reduced rear visibility could increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

The company will notify owners by mail and instruct them to take their vehicle to a dealer to update the software for the rearview camera. Drivers are recommended not to adjust the display brightness at or near the lowest setting, and contrast at or near the highest setting, until this recall is completed.

14,323 vehicles affected in CanadaCarCompliance Mfr

Source: Vehicle recalls — Transport Canada. Data current as of 6 August 2026. 17,918 recalls, refreshed daily from Transport Canada’s 60-day feed. CarMonitor is not affiliated with Transport Canada or any manufacturer.