{"id":"2021_bmw_x7","make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X7","model_slug":"x7","year":2021,"url":"/bmw/x7/2021/","pts":["hev","gas"],"configs":[{"id":42870,"model":"X7 xDrive40i","pt":"hev","drive":"All-Wheel Drive","trany":"Automatic (S8)","cyl":6,"displ":3.0,"eng":"SIDI; Mild Hybrid","turbo":true,"super":false,"start_stop":true,"city":19,"hwy":24,"comb":21,"cityA":0,"hwyA":0,"combA":0,"kwh100":null,"range":null,"range_city":null,"range_hwy":null,"erange":null,"phev_comb":null,"charge240":null,"charge240b":null,"charger":"","charger_b":"","motor":"44V Li-Ion","fuel":"Premium","vclass":"Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD","co2":412,"fe_score":4,"ghg_score":4,"fuel_cost":3700,"save_spend":-7250,"guzzler":false,"mfr_code":"BMX","modified":"Mon Apr 26 00:00:00 EDT 2021"},{"id":42872,"model":"Alpina XB7","pt":"gas","drive":"All-Wheel Drive","trany":"Automatic (S8)","cyl":8,"displ":4.4,"eng":"SIDI","turbo":true,"super":false,"start_stop":true,"city":15,"hwy":21,"comb":17,"cityA":0,"hwyA":0,"combA":0,"kwh100":null,"range":null,"range_city":null,"range_hwy":null,"erange":null,"phev_comb":null,"charge240":null,"charge240b":null,"charger":"","charger_b":"","motor":"","fuel":"Premium","vclass":"Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD","co2":514,"fe_score":3,"ghg_score":3,"fuel_cost":4550,"save_spend":-11500,"guzzler":false,"mfr_code":"BMX","modified":"Mon Apr 26 00:00:00 EDT 2021"},{"id":42871,"model":"X7 M50i","pt":"gas","drive":"All-Wheel Drive","trany":"Automatic (S8)","cyl":8,"displ":4.4,"eng":"SIDI","turbo":true,"super":false,"start_stop":true,"city":15,"hwy":21,"comb":17,"cityA":0,"hwyA":0,"combA":0,"kwh100":null,"range":null,"range_city":null,"range_hwy":null,"erange":null,"phev_comb":null,"charge240":null,"charge240b":null,"charger":"","charger_b":"","motor":"","fuel":"Premium","vclass":"Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD","co2":514,"fe_score":3,"ghg_score":3,"fuel_cost":4550,"save_spend":-11500,"guzzler":false,"mfr_code":"BMX","modified":"Mon Apr 26 00:00:00 EDT 2021"}],"vclass":"Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD","segment":"Midsize / large SUV","epa_certified":true,"recalls":[{"campaign":"22V670000","component":"SEATS","mfr":"BMW of North America, LLC","reported":"2022-09-07","owner_notified":"2022-11-04","units":246,"summary":"BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019-2022 BMW X7 xDrive40i, X7 Drive50i, X7 M50i vehicles with third-row seats.  One or more of the compression springs that lock the backrest may not have been installed properly, and could dislodge or detach.","consequence":"In a crash, the seat backrest may not fully lock, increasing the risk of injury.","remedy":"Dealers will inspect the third-row seat and, if necessary, remove and reinstall improperly installed compression springs, and reinstall any missing springs, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed November 4, 2022.  Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.","notes":"Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.","park_outside":false,"do_not_drive":false,"mfr_campaign":"","initiated_by":"MFR","variants":[],"severity":"high"},{"campaign":"22V267000","component":"VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY","mfr":"BMW of North America, LLC","reported":"2022-04-20","owner_notified":"2022-06-20","units":61221,"summary":"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.","notes":"Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.","park_outside":false,"do_not_drive":false,"mfr_campaign":"","initiated_by":"MFR","variants":[],"severity":"moderate"},{"campaign":"21V156000","component":"SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY:HEAD RESTRAINT","mfr":"BMW of North America, LLC","reported":"2021-03-10","owner_notified":"2021-05-03","units":258,"summary":"BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2021 X5 sDrive40i, X5 xDrive50i, X5 M50i, X5 xDrive45e, 2021 X7 xDrive40i, X7 M50i, and XB7 vehicles.  The head restraints on the second-row outer seats may be the incorrect type for the vehicle.","consequence":"In the event of a crash, the head restraints could detach, and increase the risk of injury.","remedy":"BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the head restraints, and replace them as necessary, free of charge.  The recall began May 3, 2021.  Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.","notes":"Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.","park_outside":false,"do_not_drive":false,"mfr_campaign":"","initiated_by":"MFR","variants":[],"severity":"high"},{"campaign":"21V096000","component":"BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA","mfr":"BMW of North America, LLC","reported":"2021-02-19","owner_notified":"2021-04-16","units":13858,"summary":"BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019-2021 X3 sDrive30i, X3 xDrive30i, X3 M40i, X3M, X4 xDrive30i, X4 M40i, M550i, X4M, X5 sDrive40i, X5 xDrive40i, X5 xDrive50i, X5M, X5 M50i, X7 xDrive40i, X7 xDrive50i, X7 M50i, Alpina XB7, 330i, 330i xDrive, M340i, M340i xDrive, and 8 Series Coupe, Convertible and Grand Coupe, 840i, 840i xDrive, M850i xDrive, M8, 2020-2021 530e, 530e xDrive, 330e, 330e xDrive, 745Le, 745Le xDrive, X5 xDrive45e, X3 xDrive30e, X6 sDrive40i, X6 xDrive40i, X6 xDrive50i, X6 M50i, X6M, 530i, 530i xDrive, 540i, 540i xDrive, M550i xDrive, M5, 740i, 740Li, 740Li xDrive, M760i Drive, M760Li xDrive, 750Li xDrive Alpina, Alpina B7 xDrive, and 2021 4 Series Coupe 430i, 430i xDrive, M440i xDrive vehicles.    When shifting into Reverse, a small portion of the rearview image may be obscured, or the screen may not illuminate.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, \"Rear Visibility.\"","consequence":"If the driver relies on only the rearview camera image, the missing or reduced rearview image view can increase the risk of a crash or injury.","remedy":"BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rearview camera software and update it if necessary, free of charge.  The recall began April 16, 2021.  Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.","notes":"Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.","park_outside":false,"do_not_drive":false,"mfr_campaign":"","initiated_by":"MFR","variants":[],"severity":"minor"},{"campaign":"21V062000","component":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","mfr":"BMW of North America, LLC","reported":"2021-02-10","owner_notified":"2021-05-25","units":893,"summary":"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 xDrive40i, X7 xDrive50i, X7 M50i, and 2021 M3, M3 Competition, M4 Coupe, M4 Competition Coupe, X5 xDrive45e, 745 Le xDrive.  The rotor and shaft within the integrated brake system may not have been welded properly and could separate during a hard braking event, possibly resulting in a loss of the Antilock Brake System (ABS) and braking assistance.","consequence":"A loss of ABS and a reduction in braking assistance can increase the risk of a crash.","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.","notes":"Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.","park_outside":false,"do_not_drive":false,"mfr_campaign":"","initiated_by":"MFR","variants":[],"severity":"high"},{"campaign":"21V031000","component":"STEERING:COLUMN","mfr":"BMW of North America, LLC","reported":"2021-01-29","owner_notified":"2021-03-30","units":21,"summary":"BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2021 X5 sDrive40i, X5 xDrive40i, X5M, X5 xDrive45e, X6 sDrive40i, X6 xDrive40i, X7 xDrive40i, X7 M50i vehicles.  The steering column shaft's universal joint connection may not have been tightened to specifications, and can become loose.","consequence":"A loose steering column shaft universal joint connection can affect vehicle handling and control, increasing the risk of a crash.","remedy":"BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, depending upon the inspection, either the bolt will be replaced and tightened to specifications, or the steering column shaft, universal joint, and bolt will be replaced and tightened to specifications, free of charge.  The recall began March 30, 2021.  Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.","notes":"Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.","park_outside":false,"do_not_drive":false,"mfr_campaign":"","initiated_by":"MFR","variants":[],"severity":"high"},{"campaign":"20V761000","component":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY","mfr":"BMW of North America, LLC","reported":"2020-12-09","owner_notified":"2021-03-30","units":812,"summary":"BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2021 M340i xDrive, M440i xDrive Coupe, 530i, 530i xDrive, 540i, 540i xDrive, 740Li, 740Li xDrive, 840i Gran Coupe, 840i xDrive Gran Coupe, X5 sDrive40i, X5 xDrive40i, X6 sDrive40i, X6 xDrive40i, and X7 xDrive40i vehicles.  The connection between the 48-Volt battery and the starter-generator may not have been assembled properly, which can cause increased electrical resistance at the connections.","consequence":"Increased electrical resistance can increase the risk of a fire.","remedy":"BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the connection between the 48-Volt battery and the starter-generator assembly, replacing it if necessary, free of charge.  The recall is expected to begin April 12, 2021.  Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.","notes":"Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.","park_outside":false,"do_not_drive":false,"mfr_campaign":"","initiated_by":"MFR","variants":[],"severity":"critical"},{"campaign":"20V528000","component":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS","mfr":"BMW of North America, LLC","reported":"2020-09-01","owner_notified":"2020-10-30","units":307,"summary":"BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020-2021 X5 sDrive40i, xDrive40i, xDrive50i, X5 M50i, X5M, X6 sDrive40i, xDrive40i, X6 M50i, X6M, X7 M50i and 2021 X5 xDrive45e vehicles.  The headlamps may allow a blue light to illuminate.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, \"Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment.\"","consequence":"Oncoming drivers may be confused by the blue light of approaching vehicles, which could potentially increase the risk of a crash.","remedy":"BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the headlamps and, if necessary, replace them, free of charge.  The recall began October 30, 2020.  Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.","notes":"Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.","park_outside":false,"do_not_drive":false,"mfr_campaign":"","initiated_by":"MFR","variants":[],"severity":"high"},{"campaign":"20V514000","component":"TIRES","mfr":"BMW of North America, LLC","reported":"2020-08-27","owner_notified":"2020-10-26","units":397,"summary":"BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain X7 xDrive40i and M50i vehicles.  The tire information labels may contain tire size and cold tire inflation pressure information that does not match the specific tires that were installed on these vehicles.  As such, these vehicles fail to conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, \"Tire Selection and Rims.\"","consequence":"The vehicle operator may be confused by the tire information on the label and this could lead to the installation of an inappropriate size tire and/or inflation pressure, potentially increasing the risk of a crash.","remedy":"BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the tire information label, free of charge.  The recall began October 26, 2020.  Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.","notes":"Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.","park_outside":false,"do_not_drive":false,"mfr_campaign":"","initiated_by":"MFR","variants":[],"severity":"high"}],"recall_count":9,"critical_count":1,"park_outside":false,"do_not_drive":false,"score":35,"grade":"F","complaints":{"count":45,"crash":0,"fire":2,"injured":1,"deaths":0,"comps":[["Engine",11],["Power Train",11],["Electrical System",8],["Unspecified",5],["Seats",5],["Steering",5]],"by_year":{"2022":7,"2023":1,"2024":8,"2025":9,"2026":20},"excerpts":[["2025-08-26","Power Train","The vehicle experiences a recurring drivetrain shuddering or slipping sensation at low speeds, especially when accelerating from a stop or while cornering. The issue originates from the transfer case, which has been identified as the malfunctioning component. The transfer case was previously serviced according to the m\u2026"],["2025-07-02","Exterior Lighting","After purchasing this vehicle I took the car in for PA state inspection at Joel Confer BMW in State College, PA to find out that he passenger side front headlight needs to be replaced. The reason for the replacement is because the LED running light has burnt out. Not only has the daytime running light burnt out but it \u2026"],["2025-03-12","Engine","Car had an error message \"drivetrain malfunction\" car was drivable. Car has 87000 purchased in 2021. Car needs a new engine. Other Car owners having similar issues with the drivetrain malfunction"]]},"investigations":[{"action":"DP22005","component":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM","opened":"2023-01-27","closed":"2023-08-07","campaign":"22V063000","subject":"Pedestrian alert sounds","summary":"NHTSA received a petition on or about July 18, 2022, requesting that Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 141 be applied to all electric and hybrid vehicles operating in the United States. The petition can be reviewed at NHTSA.gov under ODI Number 11486072. FMVSS 141 establishes performance requirements for pedestrian alert sounds for motor vehicles. The standard applies to hybrid and electric vehicles that have a gross vehicle weight rating of 4,536 KG or less or are defined as low-speed vehicles. The standard became fully applicable to all such vehicles manufactured on or after March 1, 2021.On January 27, 2023, NHTSA opened Defect Petition (DP) 22-005 to evaluate the subject matt"}],"ncap":[],"popularity":999,"headline":{"range":null,"mpg":21,"ncap":null,"complaints":45},"presskit_trims":[],"generated_at":"2026-09-11 06:27 UTC","sources":["EPA fueleconomy.gov","NHTSA recalls","NHTSA complaints","NHTSA NCAP","NHTSA investigations"]}