BMW iX: common problems, APK failures and recalls
There are 2,639 BMW iX cars registered in the Netherlands, first registered between 2021 and 2026.
In a sample of 265 cars, 16.6% had at least one defect at an APK inspection since 2024, less often than average (51.5% across all models).
The most common defect is tyre damaged (4.9% of inspected cars).
The RDW lists 10 recalls for this model; 0.3% of registered cars still have an open recall.
0.7% have an odometer reading the RDW marks as illogical, a sign of a rolled-back odometer.
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Most common APK defects
| Defect | Cars |
|---|---|
| Tyre damaged | 4.9% |
| Tyre pressure incorrect | 3.8% |
| Tyre tread depth insufficient | 3.8% |
| Wipers give insufficient visibility | 1.5% |
| Dipped beam incorrectly aimed | 1.1% |
| Reflector defective | 1.1% |
| Headlight with different beam pattern incorrectly aimed | 0.8% |
| Brake imbalance on one axle too large | 0.4% |
| Electronic power steering warning indicates a fault | 0.4% |
| Tyre pressures on one axle unequal | 0.4% |
Share of 265 sampled cars (first registered 2012–2021) with this defect at an APK inspection since 2024. RDW Open Data: Geconstateerde Gebreken.
Common advisories
| Tyre(s) with tread depth of 1.6 to 2.5 mm | 5.3% |
| Steering or kingpin ball joint wear up to 1.0 mm | 1.1% |
Advisories are noted at the APK but are not a failure.
Fleet figures
| Registered in the Netherlands | 2,639 |
| Open recall (not yet fixed) | 0.3% |
| Illogical odometer reading | 0.7% |
| Used as a taxi | 0.2% |
| First registered | 2021 to 2026 |
All BMW iX passenger cars in the RDW register, 2026-10-06.
Recalls
| Published | Component | Risk | Cars in NL |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-24 | electrical system | serious | 6 |
| 2024-12-18 | electrical system | – | 474 |
| 2024-11-28 | airbags, seat belts and occupant protection | – | 1 |
| 2024-02-01 | electrical system | – | 474 |
| 2023-05-01 | electrical system | serious | 5 |
| 2023-01-27 | other | – | 1,801 |
| 2022-11-08 | electrical system | serious | 15 |
| 2022-06-23 | airbags, seat belts and occupant protection | – | 245 |
| 2022-06-21 | axles, wheels and tyres | serious | – |
| 2021-12-07 | doors, bonnet and tailgate | serious | 58 |
Recalls registered with the RDW for this model; not every recall applies to every car. Check a plate to see if one is open.
Questions
How often does the BMW iX fail the APK?
In a sample of 265 cars first registered 2012–2021, 16.6% had at least one defect at an APK inspection since 2024, against 51.5% across all models.
What are common problems with the BMW iX?
The most common APK defects are: tyre damaged (4.9%), tyre pressure incorrect (3.8%), tyre tread depth insufficient (3.8%).
Does the BMW iX have recalls?
Yes, the RDW lists 10 recalls. 0.3% of registered cars still have an open recall. Check a specific car by licence plate on factline.dev/vehicle.
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Source: RDW Open Data (Gekentekende voertuigen, Geconstateerde Gebreken, Terugroepacties), CC0. Model grouping by Factline from RDW trade names. AI agents: factline.dev/llms.txt.