2022 BMW X5
The Verdict
Worst problem area
Transmission & Drivetrain
Transmission & Drivetrain leads by volume: 23 of 67 complaints (34%) mention it. Complaints mentioning Driver Assistance & Speed Control include more crash reports (5) than those mentioning any other identified area.
Complaints filed fell from 104 in 2021 to 67 in 2022.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | vs. 2022 Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 3,350–5,150 | 3,350–5,150 | 3,350–5,150 | 3,350–5,150 | 3,100–5,150 | |
| Combined MPG | 15–23 | 15–23 | 15–23 | 15–23 | 15–25 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 13–21 / 18–26 | 13–21 / 18–26 | 13–21 / 18–26 | 13–21 / 18–26 | 13–23 / 18–27 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 390–582 | 383–586 | 383–586 | 383–586 | 352–589 | |
| Complaints filed | 108 | 104 | 67 | 31 | 145 | |
| Recalls issued | 11 | 12 | 1 | 4 | 8 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 3 | 9 | 9 | 3 | 9 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 6 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 1 | |
| Injuries reported | 5 | 7 | 3 | 1 | 3 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 3 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 2022 BMW X5 have?
1 NHTSA recall campaign as of Sep 16, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 2022 BMW X5?
Transmission & Drivetrain: 23 of 67 NHTSA complaints (34%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2022 BMW X5 get?
EPA rates it 15–23 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2022 BMW X5?
EPA estimates $3,350–$5,150 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (6)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic (S8) | 6 | 3.0L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD | 21 mpg (high) | 26 mpg (high) | 23 mpg (high) | $3,350 (low) | 383 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 2 | Automatic (S8) | 6 | 3.0L | All-Wheel Drive | Premium | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 21 mpg (high) | 25 mpg | 23 mpg (high) | $3,350 (low) | 388 g/mi |
| Configuration 3 | Automatic (S8) | 8 | 4.4L | All-Wheel Drive | Premium | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 16 mpg | 22 mpg | 18 mpg | $4,300 | 485 g/mi |
| Configuration 4 | Automatic (S8) | 8 | 4.4L | All-Wheel Drive | Premium | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 13 mpg (low) | 18 mpg (low) | 15 mpg (low) | $5,150 (high) | 586 g/mi (high) |
| Configuration 5 | Automatic (S8) | 8 | 4.4L | All-Wheel Drive | Premium | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 13 mpg (low) | 18 mpg (low) | 15 mpg (low) | $5,150 (high) | 586 g/mi (high) |
| Configuration 6 | Automatic (S8) | 6 | 3.0L | All-Wheel Drive | Premium and Electricity | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 19 mpg | 22 mpg | 20 mpg | $3,900 | 178 g/mi |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 15 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 23 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 13 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Brakes | 6 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 6 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 17 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 16 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (1)
VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY · Campaign 22V267000 · Apr 20, 2022
Defect: 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.