BMW Recalls 2025 X4 Models Due to Roof Frame Crack Risk
BMW is recalling 2025 X4 vehicles because a crack in the roof frame may damage the head air bag during deployment, increasing injury risk.
What this means for you
Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.
Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural defect that can compromise air bag deployment, creating a risk of harm in a crash. Per the rubric, risk-of-harm products where injury has not yet been reported are classified as High (3).
Plain-English summary
BMW of North America, LLC is recalling certain 2025 X4 xDrive 30i, X4 M40i, and X4 M vehicles. The recall addresses a potential crack in the inner-left roof frame near the head air bag. This defect can damage the head air bag during deployment.
A damaged air bag can increase the risk of injury in a crash. The source text does not report any specific injuries or fatalities associated with this defect.
Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, repair the inner-left roof frame free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on January 28, 2025. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.
The recalled product
- Product
- BMW X4
- Brand
- BMW
- Manufacturer
- BMW of North America, LLC
- Category
- Vehicle — SUV
- Affected units
- 130
Is your product affected?
Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.
Model numbers (1)
- X4
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
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