Brake complaints by model year
Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (service brakes, ABS, rotors and pads, parking brake).
Mileage when the problem started
What owners report
I am leasing a 2025 BMW X7 vin number ([redacted]) through BMW Financial Services. The vehicle has had an active federal safety recall since approximately February 2024, and as of today, the manufacturer has not provided a remedy to address the issue. The recall is listed on the NHTSA website but remains unresolved for over 17 months, despite my attempts to obtain information and updates from both the dealership and BMW directly. I believe this is a violation of my consumer rights under the New Jersey Consumer Fraud Act and breach of warranty, as the vehicle has a known safety defect that the manufacturer has failed to repair within a reasonable time. I am requesting assistance in: 1.Reaching a resolution with BMW to either terminate the lease without penalty, or 2.Compelling the manufacturer to provide an immediate remedy. …
We have had 2 incidents where the warning light illuminated then went away. When the defect was disclosed, BMW said that there was no fix. Because the defect relates to personal safety, we can no longer drive the vehicle, but BMW refuses to pay for a rental car, insisting that the car can be driven despite the danger of the brakes going out, and will not repurchase the vehicle under the Song-Beverly (Lemon Law) Act. It has been over 3 months that the vehicle has been unable to be used and there still is no fix, and considering the fact that this is a high end vehicle, and how BMW has responded, we are not willing to chance continuing to own this vehicle.
The contact owns a 2024 BMW X7. The contact stated that while driving 70 MPH, the vehicle stalled. There was an unknown message regarding the brakes, stability control, and steering displayed. There was a red symbol displayed. Additionally, while driving at an unknown speed or a stop light, the brakes locked up. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer on multiple occasions, where it was diagnosed and the mechanic reset the instrument panel and brakes. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure persisted. While driving to the same local dealer, the vehicle shut down, and the mechanics had to push the vehicle into the service department. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V104000 (ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC), SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC) However, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. …
The contact owns a 2024 BMW X7. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V104000 (Electronic Stability Control (ESC), Service Brakes). The contact stated while driving 60 MPH, the brake pedal was depressed, and the pedal remained on the floorboard; however, the vehicle failed to slow down as intended. The contact downshifted and veered to the side of the road to stop the vehicle. The power train warning light illuminated and the message "Brake System and Chassis Stabilization - Avoid Braking Heavily as Much as Possible" was displayed. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the Dynamic Stability Control unit needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 37,000.
On June 29th, 2023 at approximately 8:45 AM we were pulling into a parking space slowly tapping the brakes to slow and stop the vehicle. About 2/3 of the way into the parking stall around 3 or 4 feet from the curb, the vehicle actually accelerated while pressing the brake jumping the curb. We pressed on the brakes again and the car accelerated even faster crossing the sidewalk crashing into a building. We believe the brakes caused the SUA (Sudden Unintended Acceleration) accelerating the vehicle twice and the vehicle failed to apply the brakes. We believe this would've been caused by a computer error on the vehicle. We also believe the vehicle to initiate the two safety systems failed, Crash Imminent Braking & Dynamic Brake Support thus being able to avoid the accident. To the best of our knowledge, no warnings or alerts were displayed on the vehicle before the crash. …
The contact owns a 2023 BMW X7. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V104000 (Electronic Stability Control (ESC), Service Brakes); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact stated while reversing out of parking space at approximately 3 MPH, the brake pedal was depressed to stop the vehicle to shift to drive; however, the brake pedal was difficult to depress. The contact stated that several unknown warning lights were illuminated. The messages "Reduced Braking Assist", "Parking Brake Malfunction", and "Service Required" messages were displayed. The contact stated that the vehicle stopped when the parking brake independently engaged. …
2020 bmw x7 with 34k miles 1 driver, front suspension control arm leaking causing clunk and un even steering / braking feel due to premature leaking of the hydraulic fluid do to a design flaw. As a 40 Honda master tech and 30yr dealer principal I cant believe bmw will not warranty this defect or up grade the part as it seems its still used today and thousands have complained about the issue not even to mention the car is 95k new totally unexceptable. Thank you, [redacted]
NHTSA COMPLAINT (VERY IMPORTANT - SAFETY FOCUSED) Subject: Safety Complaint - BMW X7 Electrical Defect and Fire Risk (VIN: [redacted] ) To the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, I am submitting a formal safety complaint regarding a 2020 BMW X7 xDrive40i affected by Recall No. 24V-576 (Engine Starter Defect). My vehicle has experienced: Sudden battery failure Electrical system malfunction Starter-related issues consistent with recall description BMW's recall states that the defect can cause: Electrical overload Starter overheating Increased risk of engine compartment fire This is not a theoretical issue-I have already experienced a complete system failure requiring towing and major repair, placing my family and me at risk. …
Related recalls (2)
Service brakes, hydraulic › Power assist › Electric › Control module
BMW of North America, LLC. (BMW) is recalling certain 2023-2025 BMW, MINI, and Rolls-Royce vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models and model years. The integrated brake (IB) system may malfunction and result in a loss of power brake assist or cause the Antilock Brake (ABS) and Dynamic Stability…
Remedy: Dealers will replace the integrated brake system, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed between June and December 2024.
Service brakes, hydraulic › Power assist › Hydraulic
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020-2021 8 Series Coupe, Grand Coupe and convertible 840i, 840i xDrive, M850i xDrive, M8 and 740 Li, 740 Li xDrive, 750 Li xDrive, M760 Li xDrive, X6 sDrive40i, X6 xDrive40i, X6 xdrive50i, X6 M50i, X6M, and 2019-2021 X5 sDrive40i, X5 xDrive40i, X5 xDrive50i, X5 M50i, X5M, X7…
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the integrated brake system, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 25, 2021. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Frequently asked questions
Which BMW X7 years have brake problems?
By NHTSA complaints, the 2024 (44), 2023 (25) and 2025 (12) model years. Brake complaints make up 71% of all complaints for the 2024.
Is there a recall for BMW X7 brake problems?
Yes — 2 recalls, including 24V-104 (control module, Feb 12, 2024); 21V-062 (hydraulic, Feb 10, 2021). Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers; check a specific car with the VIN recall check.
At what mileage do BMW X7 brake problems start?
Across all years, half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 16,000 miles; 100% happened before 50,000 miles.
What part fails most often?
Owners most often name the antilock › abs warning light (1 mentions).
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.