Is the 2011 BMW X5 Sav recalled?

NHTSA lists 3 safety recall(s) for the 2011 BMW X5 Sav. Confirm your specific vehicle with the NHTSA VIN lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls or a dealer.

2011 BMW X5 Sav recalls

3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA. Updated Nov 5, 2026.

3recalls on file

3with a remedy available

0do-not-drive / park-outside

Feb 2016latest recall

Engine & powertrain 2Air bags 1

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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

16V071000 · BMW OF North America, LlcAir Bags recallUpon deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to rupture.Air bagsFree replacement840KunitsFeb 2016

14V176000 · BMW OF North America, LlcEngine And Engine Cooling recallIn the affected vehicles, the bolts that secure the housing for the variable camshaft timing adjustment (VANOS) unit can loosen…Engine & powertrainFree replacement156KunitsApr 2014

12V550000 · BMW OF North America, LlcEngine And Engine Cooling recallThe engine belt idler pulley bolt could loosen and break over time.Engine & powertrainReplacement30KunitsNov 2012