2021 BMW X7 vs 2022 BMW X7
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Oct 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2021 BMW X7 | 2022 BMW X7 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 47 | 20 |
| Recall campaigns | 9 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 292 | 182 |
| Investigations | 1 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 0 | 0 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | — | — |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | BMW X7 | BMW X7 |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 11 | 2 |
| Electrical System | 8 | 5 |
| Engine | 11 | 1 |
| Steering | 5 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 1 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 4 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 4 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 2 | 2 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Vibration / shaking | 7 | 0 |
2021 BMW X7
2022 BMW X7
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.