2015–2025 · 11 model years · 43 recalls

BMW X4 problems by year

We don't rate the BMW X4 yet, because we don't have its sales figures. The 2015 has the most owner complaints filed with NHTSA (30). Owners complain most about electrical system. Popular years get more complaints, so treat these counts as a guide to what goes wrong, not a ranking.

Most common problems

Electrical system29
Engine & cooling27
Brakes13
Driver-assist & stability8
Airbags & seat belts8
Transmission & drivetrain7

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, all years 2015–2025.

Every BMW X4 year at a glance

Model yearReliabilityComplaintsRecallsBest mpg
2025 X4Not rated yet5124
2024 X4Not rated yet4124
2023 X4Not rated yet12224
2022 X4Not rated yet6524
2021 X4Not rated yet7725
2020 X4Not rated yet241025
2019 X4Not rated yet17725
2018 X4Not rated yet19123
2017 X4Not rated yet8223
2016 X4Not rated yet16223
2015 X4Not rated yet30523

Reliability compares each year with similar cars from 2015 to 2024, using owner complaints filed with NHTSA per car sold. Complaint counts on their own aren't a score: popular cars get more of them.

Questions people ask

What are the most common BMW X4 problems?

Owners complain most about electrical system, engine & cooling, brakes.

Which BMW X4 year has the most recalls?

The 2020, with 10 recalls on record with NHTSA.