2020 BMW X5 safety record
Crash-test ratings, severity signals from owner complaints, fatal-crash involvement and safety recalls — all from official federal sources.
Not rated
NHTSA overall rating
3
complaints reporting a crash
6
complaints reporting fire
11
safety recall campaigns
Among NHTSA complaints for this model year, 2 report injuries (5 people injured). Complaints are unverified owner reports.
Fatal crash records (FARS 2020–2023). 2020 BMW X5 vehicles were involved in 15 fatal crashes with 3 occupant deaths in federal crash records. Involvement counts are not adjusted for how many are on the road and do not imply fault or a vehicle defect.
Crash- and fire-risk recalls
- Fire riskAfter repeated attempts, the starter motor may overheat from an electrical… · Sep 25, 2025
- Fire riskPlease see the recall report for the complete list of models · Aug 1, 2024
- Crash riskRoof function control unit may be programmed incorrectly, allowing the sunroof… · Apr 20, 2022
- Crash riskWhen shifting into Reverse, a small portion of the rearview image may be… · Feb 19, 2021
- Crash riskRotor and shaft within the integrated brake system may not have been welded… · Feb 10, 2021
- Crash riskWeld between the front axle support and the right front control arm bearing… · Nov 4, 2020
- Crash riskHeadlamps may allow a blue light to illuminate · Sep 1, 2020
- Crash riskStarter motor may have an extra bolt that could potentially fall into the… · Aug 7, 2020