2022 BMW X5 electrical system problems
13 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the electrical system on the 2022 BMW X5 — 19% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“The high-voltage battery system (this is a plug-in hybrid) began intermittently displaying a "battery not properly charging" warning approximately 6 months ago; the issue would resolve after plugging in and charging. On July 14, 2026, while driving, the vehicle displayed a "critical battery failure…”
filed Aug 10, 2026
“Electronic Shifter goes out when exposed to moisture.. We had the vehicle detailed and it will not move after apparently some moisture got into the shift know that is located next to cup holders.. BMW will not warranty the part and acknowledge it is an issue.. Luckily we have an extended warranty…”
filed Jun 5, 2026
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related service bulletins
The headliner light partially/does not illuminate.
B630625 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Aug 26, 2025
Electrical System problems in other X5 years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 X5 | 9 | 41% |
| 2025 X5 | 8 | 13% |
| 2024 X5 | 25 | 17% |
| 2023 X5 | 8 | 26% |
| 2021 X5 | 36 | 34% |
| 2020 X5 | 39 | 35% |
| 2019 X5 | 71 | 38% |
| 2018 X5 | 14 | 20% |
| 2017 X5 | 17 | 23% |
| 2016 X5 | 23 | 32% |
| 2015 X5 | 13 | 9% |
| 2014 X5 | 15 | 15% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2022 BMW X5
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.