Last updated: 2026-10-10
2022 BMW X5 Reliability Report
The 2022 BMW X5 has good reliability, the best of its nine scored years, but owners report sudden power loss with a Drivetrain Malfunction warning.
Recalls
1
Complaints
51
Complaint Rate
6.2per 10,000 sold
Est. Repair Cost
$1166
Annual Fuel Cost
$3,850–$4,600
Detailed Score Breakdown
Component-weighted complaints normalized by sales volume
Independent repair cost ratings
Recall count weighted by severity
Breadth of reported problem categories
The Verdict
Rated the best of nine scored X5 years, with fewer complaints and recalls than 2021, though sudden power loss is the main owner complaint.
Top Issues to Watch
- POWER TRAIN (14)
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (7)
- ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING (3)
Generation & Refresh (US)
2022 is year 5 of the Fourth generation (G05/G18/F95).
- Redesigned for the 2018 model year.
- Well-established in its generation — most early issues should be resolved.
- 4th generation X5 (US).
What this means for buyers
Well into the generation cycle — most design and manufacturing issues should be resolved by now.
2018: Fourth generation (G05/G18/F95) Launch
Generation start — new platform.
2022: This Model Year
2022 is year 5 of the Fourth generation (G05/G18/F95).
Should You Buy the 2022 BMW X5?
Good reliability makes this the best of the nine scored X5 model years, though against other 2022 SUVs it is close to average. The 2021 rates worse, with 85 complaints and 13 recalls. The 2023 rates about the same, with 24 complaints and 4 recalls. This year has 51 complaints and earns 4 of 5 stars in federal crash tests.
The power train is the weak spot. Owners report sudden power loss with a Drivetrain Malfunction warning, and cars shift into neutral or stall on highways. On 45e plug-in hybrids, failures often trace to the high-voltage box or hybrid safety box and lead to repeat tows. Transfer case jerking is not always cured by a fluid change. Water pump leaks appear between about 21,000 and 70,381 miles. The one federal recall covers visibility.
Ask for records on drivetrain warnings, transfer case work, and water pump repairs. Repair costs run slightly above the class average. A 2023 is worth comparing.
Compared to the 2023 BMW X5, which scored 2 points lower. See also the 2021 BMW X5 for an earlier comparison.
Pros
- +Acceptable reliability score
- +Low recall count
- +Below-average complaint rate for SUV
Cons
- −Frequent unscheduled repairs
- −POWER TRAIN: Sudden loss of power with a Drivetrain Malfunction warning is the main pattern (14 complaints)
- −ELECTRICAL SYSTEM issues reported (7 complaints)
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Common Problem Categories
Safety
LOW RISK- 1 manufacturer recall issued
Other
HIGH RISK- POWER TRAIN (14)
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (7)
Recall Overview
1
recall on record
The 2022 BMW X5 carries 1 recall — a low count. Authorized dealers repair any open recall free of charge, regardless of warranty status.
NHTSA.gov →Complaint Breakdown
6.2
per 10,000 soldSegment avg: 13.5
Safety Incidents
8
Crashes
1
Fires
3
Injuries
0
Deaths
NHTSA 4/5 Stars
Data sourced from NHTSA complaint filings and manufacturer recall notices. Complaint narratives are owner-reported.
2022 BMW X5 Recall Details
1 recall has been issued for the 2022 BMW X5. All recall repairs are performed free of charge at authorized dealerships.
VISIBILITY
BMW 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 xDrive50i, X5 M50i, X5M; 2021-2022 X5 xdrive45e; 2020-2022 X6 sDrive40i, X6 xDrive40i, X6 xDrive50i, X6M and 2019-2023 X7 xDrive40i, X7 xDrive50i, X7 M50i, X7 xDrive60i, X7 M60i, X7M, Alpina XB7 vehicles. 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."
Consequence
A sunroof that closes without the key fob present inside the vehicle can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will reprogram the roof function control unit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 20, 2022. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Buying a used 2022 BMW X5? Check its history first
Power train problems lead owner complaints about the 2022 BMW X5, and 1 recall was issued for it. A VIN check shows whether this car's recall work was done, plus accident, title, and odometer history.
- Accidents
- Open Recalls
- Title History
- Odometer Rollback
2022 BMW X5 NHTSA Safety Ratings
Overall Safety Rating
Crash Test Results by Configuration (expand)
Gas Powertrain
Rollover risk: 15.9%
Safety Technologies
HEV Powertrain
Rollover risk: 0.0%
Safety Technologies
BMW X5Repair Costs & Maintenance
Maintenance Rating
2Maintenance rating: 2 out of 5Based on NHTSA complaint patterns, recall severity, and publicly available cost benchmarks.
Est. Annual Maintenance
$1166
vs $1127 avg for luxury fullsize SUVs
vs $652 avg for all vehicles
Repair Frequency
0.8
unscheduled repair visits per year
Severe Repair Probability
17%
chance of a major repair
Annual Cost Comparison
Category-level averages derived from publicly available industry reports (AAA, CarMD). Model-level estimates produced by Auto Reliability Index.
BMW X5 Resale Value
The BMW X5 is estimated to retain about 49.3% of its original value after 5 years, based on observed used-car listings.
This benchmark covers the BMW X5 model overall and is not specific to the 2022 model year.
- Value Retained
- 49.3%
- Depreciation
- 50.7%
- Listings Analyzed
- 720
after 5 years
over the same period
U.S. used-car listings
Listings observed in . Actual resale value varies by trim, mileage, condition, and location.
Explore BMW X5 depreciation and resale value on CarResaleValue.comMPG & Annual Running Costs
Gas
15–18 MPG
Running cost: $5,000–$5,750/yr
Fuel + repair
13–16 city / 18–22 hwy MPG
Plug-in Hybrid
20–23 MPG
Running cost: $4,150–$4,600/yr
Fuel + repair
19–21 city / 22–26 hwy MPG
Running cost includes EPA fuel-cost estimate and independent repair-cost data (repair cost estimated at model level). Excludes routine maintenance, depreciation, and insurance. Data as of 2022 EPA label cycle.
Gas trims
| Trim | Drive | Trans. | City | Hwy | Comb | Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| X5 M50i 4.4L 8-cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S8) | 16 | 22 | 18 | $3,850 |
| X5 M 4.4L 8-cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S8) | 13 | 18 | 15 | $4,600 |
| X5 M Competition 4.4L 8-cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S8) | 13 | 18 | 15 | $4,600 |
Plug-in Hybrid trims
| Trim | Drive | Trans. | City | Hwy | Comb | Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| X5 xDrive45e 3.0L 6-cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S8) | 19 | 22 | 20 | $3,450 |
Used Buying Checklist
Key things to inspect or verify before purchasing a 2022 BMW X5.
Scan for stored Drivetrain Malfunction or Power Supply faults and watch the dash for those warnings on a long test drive.
On 45e hybrids, ask for records of high-voltage box or hybrid safety box replacement and any tows.
Make slow, tight turns in a parking lot and feel for jerking or shudder from the transfer case.
Check the coolant level, look for leaks around the water pump, and ask whether it has been replaced.
Run the AC at full cold and ask for records of any compressor or condenser repairs.
Plug a 45e into a charger and check for a burning smell near the car.
Inspect the windshield and sunroof glass for chips, cracks, or signs of recent replacement.
Use adaptive cruise in light traffic and watch for late stops or hard braking with nothing ahead.
2022 BMW X5 Common Problems by Component
51 owner complaints grouped by vehicle system.
POWER TRAIN
14 complaintsSafety-relatedSudden loss of power with a Drivetrain Malfunction warning is the main pattern. Cars shift into neutral, lose throttle response, or stall on highways and busy roads. Some also show tight steering and a string of chassis and power supply warnings. On 45e plug-in hybrids, several failures trace to the high-voltage box or hybrid safety box, leading to repeat tows and long dealer stays. Other reports describe jerking and shuddering at low speeds and in turns, blamed on the transfer case. A service bulletin fluid change does not always fix it. One parking-lot crash involves unintended acceleration.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
7 complaintsSafety-relatedThe power control system fails again and again, bringing up stop-driving-immediately warnings, and in one case the power steering starts to fail. Coolant pumps leak and set off low-coolant warnings. The AC compressor and condenser can fail between 40-50k miles and send metal shavings through the system. A burning smell during charging raises fire concerns, even after the charging unit was replaced. Other reports cover rodent-chewed wiring and the start/stop system restarting the car in a closed garage. One injury crash happened while a driver-assist mode was active.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
6 complaintsSafety-relatedSunroof glass shatters on its own while driving on open road, with no impact. Windshields crack from minor chips, and cracks come back after replacement. AC repairs fail repeatedly, with coolant, a hose, and the compressor replaced across 4 or 5 dealer visits and no lasting fix. That leaves cabin temperatures over 90 degrees in summer. One crash involves sudden acceleration while pulling into a parking space that braking did not stop, and the car was totaled. Another crash was a rear-end hit by a different driver.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING (3 complaints)
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
3 complaintsWater pump leaks and failures make up every report. They turn up during routine service or after a low-coolant warning. Reported failures fall between about 21,000 and 70,381 miles. In one case the pump was leaking coolant onto electrical circuits in the engine compartment. Owners say the repair was not covered under recall. Campaign 24V608000 addresses this problem, but this model year was not part of the original VIN selection. No crashes or fires are reported.
SERVICE BRAKES (3 complaints)
SERVICE BRAKES
3 complaintsAutomatic emergency braking slams on the brakes at about 45 mph with nothing ahead, which creates a rear-end risk. Another failure starts with a brake system malfunction warning telling the driver to pull over. The pedal then resists underfoot, and the car has to be towed. A third report says the brake did not hold at a red light and the car moved forward. No crashes or injuries are reported in this category.
STEERING (3 complaints)
STEERING
3 complaintsProblems range from noise to loss of control. A high-pitched squeak while steering progresses to uneven resistance and delayed response within the first 1,600 miles, and dealers wait on parts from BMW. A lower front control arm snaps at low speed at 7,500 miles, and the repair estimate is $16k - $18k. Another failure has the steering wheel moving on its own in reverse with hard brakes. It stops only after a button near the shifter that had activated on its own is switched off.
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE (3 complaints)
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
3 complaintsAdaptive cruise control brakes too late for stopped traffic or brakes hard with no hazard present. One report describes a sudden, sharp stop inside an intersection with nothing in the path, leaving the car at risk of being rear-ended. Owners also describe a driver assistance support reduced warning, in one case at a little over 200 miles, that switches off several safety features at once. No crashes are reported, but owners describe near misses.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL (2 complaints)
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
2 complaintsSafety-relatedUnintended acceleration at low speed, while parking or idling, is the only pattern, and both reports end in crashes. Drivers describe the car surging with their foot off the accelerator, or lunging after a foot caught on the floor mat, with no warning lights. In one case the parking sensors and automatic emergency braking did not step in. In the other, the driver had to use the parking brake to stop the car. No injuries are reported.
WHEELS (1 complaints)
WHEELS
1 complaintI was driving the car on the middle lane on Northern State Parkway (Long Island, NY) West bound about 55mph. Near exit 26 suddenly my car was automatically moving towards to the right, steering wheel and brake were not working, car was completely out of control, it crossed the right lane and went out of the highway and suddenly stuck in the bushes and stopped. Luckily, there was no car on the right lane at that time. I did not hit anyone and no car hit me. Call automatically went to the police from my car. In short time police came and I came out of the car and found that left rear wheel broke from axel. I do regular service in BMW service center. This year I took to Rallye BMW service center one time in April and one time in August and I did complete servicing as their recommendation. My car is in Rallye BMW for over one and half month but I did not get any information from BMW what happened to my car. I called several times but from service center Mr. Anthony is telling that from BMW corporate one came yet to do inspection.
LANE DEPARTURE (1 complaints)
LANE DEPARTURE
1 complaintMy lane keep assist shuts off every time I drive the vehicle. I reported this in February and was told it was just due to the weather (snow). I brought the vehicle back in a few weeks later to the same dealership and was told there’s something in the steering wheel that needs replaced and they needed to order it. They never called me back to tell me the part was in and did not reply to my inquiries. I took the car to a different dealership in August and again asked them to fix the lane assist. They again told me there was something called an agitator in the steering wheel and would need to see if they had any in stock or would order. After almost 3 weeks of being in the shop when I picked it up the assist shut off again 5 minutes down the road. I reported to BMW North America and did nothing about it. The GM from the original dealership emailed me to ask if I was satisfied with their service and reported the issues, no response. Nobody seems to be willing or able to fix this safety feature I have paid extra money to have.
When Do 2022 BMW X5 Problems Start?
Based on owner complaint patterns, here's when common issues tend to appear.
Best & Worst BMW X5 Years
Best BMW X5 Years to Buy
Based on reliability index score2022
(Current Model)
2023
2018
BMW X5 Years to Avoid
BMW X5 Reliability Score Trend
Scores 0–100. Higher is better. Current year highlighted.
| Year | Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 59/100 | Mixed |
| 2019 | 52/100 | Mixed |
| 2020 | 56/100 | Mixed |
| 2021 | 57/100 | Mixed |
| 2022 | 67/100 | Good |
| 2023 | 65/100 | Good |
| 2024 | 57/100 | Mixed |
| 2025 | 64/100 | Good |
| 2026 | 56/100 | Mixed |
BMW X5 Reliability Compared to Other Years
2022 BMW X5 Reliability by Powertrain
The 2022 BMW X5 is available with 2powertrain options. Here's how they compare on reliability.
| Powertrain | Complaints | Recalls | Incidents* | Crash Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gas | 48 | 1 | 9 | 4 out of 5 |
| HEV | 3 | 0 | 0 | N/T |
| Total | 51 | 1 | 9 |
NHTSA tracks complaints by vehicle configuration when that detail is available. Model-level reports that do not identify a specific powertrain are included in Total but not assigned to a row. A plus sign indicates a confirmed minimum; — means no complaints could be attributed to that specific powertrain. N/T = Not tested by NHTSA.
* Incidents = crash + fire reports. A single complaint can include multiple incident types.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Don’t buy a 2022 BMW X5 without checking its VIN first — hidden accidents, title issues, and open recalls could cost you thousands.
How we score the 2022 BMW X5
Of the four inputs behind this score, the 2022 BMW X5 does best on recall impact (88/100) and worst on repair costs (40/100). Scores weight complaint severity at 35%, repair costs at 30%, recall impact at 20%, and the spread of complaints across systems at 15%, with complaint counts adjusted for US sales. Read the full methodology.
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