Recall 24V139 affects 267 2024 BMW Xm SUVs for a tailgate panel that can detach. Repair is free at any franchised BMW dealer.
BMW is recalling 267 2024 Xm vehicles because the tailgate panel can detach from its mounting structure after improper adhesive bonding during manufacturing. A detached panel can become a road hazard and increase crash risk, and BMW dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The tailgate panel on the 2024 BMW Xm is the outer body panel attached to the tailgate mounting structure. It covers and moves with the rear liftgate, so the bond between the panel and its structure has to hold through opening, closing, road vibration, heat, and moisture.
On affected vehicles, the supplier's adhesive bonding process did not meet BMW specifications. The panel and mounting structure were joined with inconsistent bonding material, and a panel with too little adhesive can start to separate from the structure under vibration and harsh road movement. If that separation progresses, the panel can detach from the tailgate.
The driver can notice this before full separation. Listen for a rattling noise while driving, or look for a small visible gap where the tailgate panel meets the vehicle.
Who's affected?
| 2024 BMW Xm | body structure |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 267 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
Not every 2024 BMW Xm is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific SUV is included.
What's the safety risk?
If the tailgate panel detaches, it can fall into traffic and become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash. A rattling noise while driving or a small separation gap near the panel is a warning sign. Schedule the inspection soon. Repair is free at any franchised BMW dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2024 BMW Xm is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised BMW dealer to schedule the free tailgate-panel inspection and replacement if needed; this fixes the panel that can detach from the mounting structure.
- Bring the owner letter BMW mailed, or reference recall number 24V139 when you call.
- Keep the vehicle away from loose road debris concerns by completing the dealer inspection and repair before routine use continues.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a BMW technician inspects the tailgate panel and replaces it if the adhesive bond or mounting structure does not meet the recall repair standard. Parts and labor are covered under the recall, so the dealer repair is free. BMW is not offering a separate reimbursement program for this campaign. Related out-of-pocket repairs before the recall notice are handled through the BMW New Vehicle Limited Warranty program.
| Reimbursement | Warranty coverage applies |
|---|
Timeline
| February 23, 2024 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| February 23, 2024 | Dealer notification began |
| February 23, 2024 | Dealer notification ended |
| April 16, 2024 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| April 16, 2024 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| April 17, 2024 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 24V139?
Recall 24V139 covers 267 2024 BMW Xm vehicles with a tailgate panel that can detach because of improper adhesive bonding during manufacturing. A detached panel can become a road hazard and increase crash risk. BMW dealers will inspect and replace the tailgate panel for free.
What should I do if my 2024 BMW Xm is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 24V139. If it is, contact a franchised BMW dealer to schedule the tailgate panel inspection. The dealer will replace the panel if needed, free of charge. Reference recall 24V139 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and BMW will inspect and replace the tailgate panel as needed free of charge at a franchised BMW dealer.
What if I bought my BMW Xm used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the vehicle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific 2024 BMW Xm is included, then call a franchised BMW dealer and reference recall 24V139.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/24V139000 |
|---|---|
| BMW customer service | 1-800-525-7417 |
| NHTSA recall # | 24V139 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 24V139000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Misc. Document (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 20, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →