2017 BMW X4 Complaints and Recall Information
The 2017 BMW X4 has 3 complaints and 3 recalls filed with NHTSA. Owners most frequently report a transmission failure message appearing while slowing down, accompanied by warnings to seek service immediately. Attempts to repair this issue have been hindered due to unavailable recall parts.
Common Issues
- Transmission failure warning. Owners report an intermittent message indicating possible transmission failure when slowing down, usually near 100,000 miles. Dealers have been unable to diagnose or repair the issue.
- Unavailable recall repair parts. Multiple owners have received recall notifications but could not have repairs performed because necessary parts were not available, causing delays beyond a reasonable time.
The 2017 BMW X4 has three recalls affecting various systems, including the electrical system, engine cooling, and child safety restraints. These recalls address issues such as electrical connector defects on the water pump and potential damage to child seat anchor bars.
Recalls
- Water pump electrical connector. (NHTSA Campaign Number 24V608000, 720,796 vehicles affected) An improperly sealed electrical connector on the water pump may be exposed to water and short circuit, increasing the risk of fire. Dealers will inspect and replace the water pump and plug connector if needed and install a protective shield free of charge. No "Do Not Drive" or "Park Outside" advisory issued.
- Engine cooling system pump. (NHTSA Campaign Number 24V608000, same as above) The defect involves the same water pump issue, causing possible electrical shorts and fire risk. Repair consists of inspection, part replacement, and shield installation at no cost to owners.
- Child seat lower anchor bars. (NHTSA Campaign Number 16V333000, 188,668 vehicles affected) Lower anchor bars may become damaged when using the European-ISOFIX-type rigid child restraint connector, which could increase injury risk to a child in a crash. Dealers will weld a reinforcing bracket to the lower anchor bars and vehicle body free of charge.
Owners dealing with repeated transmission warnings, delayed recall repairs, or unresolved safety recall fixes may have protections under state lemon laws. Consulting a legal professional specializing in consumer vehicle protection could provide guidance on potential next steps.
2017 BMW X4 Summary
2017
Model Year
3
Total Complaints
2
Total Recalls
909464
Vehicles Affected
Recalls
2017 BMW X4
720796 vehicles affected
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:PUMP
BMW of North America, LLC. (BMW) is recalling certain 2012-2015 X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i, 2012-2016 Z4 sDrive28i, 528i, 528i xDrive, 328i, 328xi, 2016-2018 X5 xdrive 40e, 2014-2016 228i, 228xi, 428i, 428i xDrive, 328xi Gran Turismo, 2013-2017 X3 sDrive28i, X3 xDrive28i, 2015-2018 X4 xDrive28i, 2015-2016 428xi vehicles. An improperly sealed electrical connector on the water pump may be exposed to water and short circuit.
Risk: An electrical short increases the risk of a fire.
2017 BMW X4
188668 vehicles affected
CHILD SEAT:LATCH STRAP
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2011-2017, X3 sDrive28i, X3 xDrive28i and X3 xDrive35i, vehicles manufactured July 2, 2010 to April 14, 2016, 2015-2017 X3 xDrive28d vehicles manufactured March 10, 2014 to March 31, 2016, and 2015-2017 x4 xDrive28i, X4 xDrive35i and X4 xDriveM40i vehicles manufactured March3, 2014 to April 15, 2016. The affected vehicles have lower anchor bars for securing child restraint seats that may become damaged when using the European-ISOFIX-type, rigid-style connector, child restraint system.
Risk: Damaged lower anchor bars may increase the child's risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Complaints
2017 BMW X4
ID: 2087680POWER TRAIN
The contact owns a 2017 BMW X4. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V608000 (Engine and Engine Cooling, Electrical System); 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 that while slowing down for a traffic light, the message for possible transmission failure and to seek service immediately was displayed. The contact had taken the vehicle to a dealer, but the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact stated that the failure was intermittent. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V608000 (Engine and Engine Cooling, Electrical System). The failure mileage was approximately 100,000. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
2017 BMW X4
ID: 2087679ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The contact owns a 2017 BMW X4. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V608000 (Engine and Engine Cooling, Electrical System); 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 that while slowing down for a traffic light, the message for possible transmission failure and to seek service immediately was displayed. The contact had taken the vehicle to a dealer, but the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact stated that the failure was intermittent. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V608000 (Engine and Engine Cooling, Electrical System). The failure mileage was approximately 100,000. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
2017 BMW X4
ID: 2087678ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
The contact owns a 2017 BMW X4. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V608000 (Engine and Engine Cooling, Electrical System); 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 that while slowing down for a traffic light, the message for possible transmission failure and to seek service immediately was displayed. The contact had taken the vehicle to a dealer, but the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact stated that the failure was intermittent. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V608000 (Engine and Engine Cooling, Electrical System). The failure mileage was approximately 100,000. VIN tool confirms parts not available.