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This page covers 8 recalls and EPA fuel economy for the 2023 BMW Xm.
14 mpg combined
16.8 L/100km
Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
Fuel economy data from fueleconomy.gov (EPA / U.S. Dept. of Energy). Annual cost based on 15,000 mi/yr at 55% city driving and current fuel prices. MPG is U.S. gallons; L/100km converted.
The 2023 BMW XM has 8 recalls, the most serious being a fire risk from loose exhaust fasteners and a brake system fault that can reduce stopping power, disable anti-lock brakes, and cause loss of vehicle control.
The brake issue is the subject of multiple recalls covering the same integrated brake system malfunction, which can cause power brake assist to drop or fail entirely, requiring more distance to stop the vehicle. When anti-lock brakes and dynamic stability control stop functioning, the driver loses the systems that help prevent wheel lockup and skidding during hard stops or slippery conditions. Prior repair attempts did not fully resolve the issue, which is why additional campaigns were filed. On the exhaust side, fasteners connecting the exhaust system to the catalytic converter may not have been properly tightened, allowing hot exhaust gases to escape near components that can ignite.
The remaining recalls involve the knee airbags for the driver and front passenger. These airbags, which are designed to cushion the knees and lower legs during a frontal crash, may not deploy correctly due to a manufacturing defect. A knee airbag that fails to open in a crash provides no protection to the lower legs, increasing the chance of injury in an impact. This defect is covered across two separate recalls that describe the same underlying problem with the knee airbag assemblies.
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The integrated brake system may fail, reducing power brake assist or preventing the anti-lock brake and stability control systems from working properly.
What the fix does
The integrated brake system will be inspected and replaced if needed at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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The integrated brake system may fail, reducing power brake assist or preventing the antilock brake and stability control systems from working properly.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the integrated brake module at no cost. Parts availability and service scheduling will be confirmed in a second letter.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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A fault in the integrated brake system can reduce power brake assist, resulting in weaker braking and potential failure of the antilock braking system (ABS) and dynamic stability control (DSC).
What the fix does
The integrated brake system will be replaced at a dealership. Owners will receive notification by mail with instructions.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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The integrated brake system may malfunction, reducing power brake assist. This can result in weaker braking performance and may disable the antilock braking system and dynamic stability control.
What the fix does
The integrated brake system will be replaced at a dealership. You will receive a notification letter with instructions to schedule service.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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What can fail
The integrated brake system may fail, reducing power brake assist or preventing the antilock brake and stability control systems from working properly.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the integrated brake system at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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The front passenger knee air bag may fail to deploy during a crash.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the front passenger knee air bag at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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The knee air bag for the driver and/or passenger may have been manufactured incorrectly, preventing it from deploying properly in a crash.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the knee air bag at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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The bolts connecting the exhaust system to the catalytic converter may not be tight enough, potentially causing the connection to loosen.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the gasket between the exhaust system and catalytic converter and tighten all fasteners at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
