2020 BMW X4 recalls

10 safety recalls on file with NHTSA, including 1 with a do-not-drive warning. Updated Nov 5, 2026.

This list covers the model year as a whole. Not every vehicle is affected by every recall; only the official NHTSA VIN lookup or a dealer can confirm yours.

All recalls

25V636000 · BMW OF North America, LlcElectrical System recallThe engine starter relay may corrode, causing the relay to overheat and short circuit.Park outsideElectricalFree replacement200KunitsSep 202521V598000 · BMW OF North America, LlcEngine recallDuring engine start, the engine management software may cause loss of braking assist.Engine & powertrainFree software update50KunitsAug 202121V096000 · BMW OF North America, LlcBack Over Prevention recallWhen shifting into Reverse, a small portion of the rearview image may be obscured, or the screen may not illuminate.Camera, lights & visibilityFree software update14KunitsFeb 202120V598000 · BMW OF North America, LlcBack Over Prevention recallA small portion of the rearview image may be slightly obscured.Camera, lights & visibilitySoftware update312unitsSep 202020V355000 · BMW OF North America, LlcSteering recallIn certain driving conditions, such as high temperatures and rough road surfaces, a steering gear tie rod may become damaged…Steering & suspensionFree replacement2,779unitsJun 202020V164000 · BMW OF North America, LlcAir Bags recallThe sensors in the front seat belt buckles may inaccurately detect a belted occupant as unbelted, possibly causing the air bag…Air bagsFree replacement3,316unitsMar 202020V152000 · BMW OF North America, LlcAir Bags recallThe instrument panel casing may not have been tightened properly to the passenger air bag.Air bagsFree replacement15unitsMar 202019V738000 · BMW OF North America, LlcSteering recallThe steering rack pinion teeth may break under load, resulting in a loss of steering control.Steering & suspensionFree replacement20unitsOct 201919V684000 · BMW OF North America, LlcBack Over Prevention recallThe back-up camera and display settings can be adjusted such that the rear view image is no longer visible and the system will…Camera, lights & visibilityFree software update257KunitsSep 201919V678000 · BMW OF North America, LlcSteering recallThe front axle swivel bearings may not have been properly heat treated during manufacturing, reducing their strength and possibly…Do not driveSteering & suspensionFree replacement368unitsSep 2019