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Safety features
Yes = VIN reported. Standard = manufacturer’s model guide. Optional = installation unconfirmed. Tap ⓘ for details.
Active Safety & Crash Avoidance
Automatic emergency braking (AEB) Yes
Forward collision warning (FCW) Yes
Blind-spot warning (BSW) Yes
Lane-keeping assist (LKA) Optional
Lane-departure warning (LDW) Yes
Rear cross-traffic alert Yes
Pedestrian & cyclist detection Partial
Anti-lock brakes (ABS) Yes
Electronic stability control (ESC) Yes
Brake assist Yes
Traction control Yes
Adaptive cruise control (ACC) Optional
Lane centering assistance Optional
Backup / rearview camera Dealer reported
Passive Safety & Structural Protection
Frontal airbags Yes
Side curtain airbags Yes
Side torso / seat airbags Yes
Knee airbags Yes
Seat belt pretensioners Yes
Additional reported safety equipment · 12 +
Seat beltsManufacturer reported · Manual
Blind-spot interventionOptional
Tire-pressure monitoringManufacturer reported · Direct
Daytime running lightsStandard
Automatic high-beam switchingStandard
Low-beam headlightsManufacturer reported · LED
Rear visibility systemStandard
Rear automatic emergency brakingStandard
Automatic reverse systemStandard
Collision AvoidanceDealer listed
Parking AssistDealer listed
Side-Impact Air BagsDealer listed
Equipment does not establish crash performance. Driver assistance requires an attentive driver. Confirm optional equipment and connected-service activation with the dealer. Manufacturer data: NHTSA VIN decode, checked Nov 14, 2026.
Recalls, investigations and service information +
Open safety recalls
A current VIN-specific recall result is not available in this report. Crash-test ratings do not establish whether recalls have been repaired. Ask the dealer for the current recall status and completed repair records for this VIN.
VIN: 5UX33EM0XS9Y20997
Matched year, make and model · not VIN-specific
NHTSA investigations and service information
Defect investigations
0 NHTSA investigations found for this model year
Manufacturer communications
70 communications found for this model year
These records can include service bulletins, repair instructions, campaigns, warranty extensions, software updates and other manufacturer notices. The total is not a problem rate or reliability score.
View example records
Document 11013062
If the Head-Up Display (HUD) is deactivated when Navigation View is selected, upon reactivation the Head-Up Display (HUD) will revert to the Standard View. This is most noticeable when the Head-Up Display (HUD) deactivates for automatic mandatory reasons, such as rear camera activation or emergency call activation.
Document 11014509
The Augmented Reality Camera (ARCAM) shows up blurry when activated.
Document 11014660
The customer states: The drivers seat will not return to its last saved position. No seat memory. The heated seats settings in the menu are missing/different than in their previous BMW vehicle. They canno longer select, under the climate rules, at what temperature Fahrenheit the heated seats willautomatically turn on. Certain other apps and functions are not available The drivers seat moves to an unknown memory position
Document 11014661
DELIVERY STOP: REPLACE POWER CONTROL UNIT
Document 11016438
In vehicles equipped with the second row 60% / 40% split seat, the flex cable assembly can come out of the seat rail mechanism (circled). This stops the forwards and backwards travel of the seat.
Document 11016442
Due to unfavorable tolerances, the Power Control Unit (PCU) may switch off under heavy loads and nolonger charge the Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) Auxiliary (AUX) battery. This leads to the failure of the roll stabilization,and loss of communication to the EARS modules (S 0421 & S 0422).
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Checked Nov 15, 2026. Records match 2025 BMW X7, not a specific VIN.
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Vehicle information checked Nov 15, 2026. Model-level information is identified separately from equipment reported for this VIN.
Vehicle specifications
Specifications and features
VIN-decoded specifications
Engine horsepower
523 hp
Gross vehicle weight rating
Class 2F: 7,001 - 8,000 lb (3,175 - 3,629 kg)
Curb weight
5,986 lb
Dealer-provided specifications
Engine
4.4L DOHC 32 Valve V8 Twin Turbo
Dealer-listed features 26
Backup Camera
Lane Departure Warning
Collision Avoidance
Parking Assist
Side-Impact Air Bags
Bluetooth
AWD
Sunroof/Moonroof
Cruise Control
Remote Cargo Access
Remote Start
Push Start
3rd Row Seat
Keyless Entry
Apple Car Play
Wifi Hotspot
Navigation System
Heated Seats
Leather Seats
Power Seats
Automatic Climate Control
Android Auto
Cooled Seats
Panoramic Sun Roof
Alloy Wheels
Ventilated Seats
VIN-decoded details come from NHTSA vPIC. Features are listed by the dealer for this vehicle; confirm equipment with the dealer.
Exact VIN decode
Factory configuration and equipment
Vehicle type
MULTIPURPOSE PASSENGER VEHICLE (MPV)
Doors
4
Engine
4.4L · 8-cylinder
Manufactured in
GREER, SOUTH CAROLINA, UNITED STATES (USA)
Source: NHTSA vPIC. Decoded Nov 15, 2026. Blank fields are omitted because manufacturer VIN reporting varies.
Dealer-listed features 120
Backup Camera
Lane Departure Warning
Collision Avoidance
Parking Assist
Side-Impact Air Bags
Bluetooth
AWD
Sunroof/Moonroof
Cruise Control
Remote Cargo Access
Remote Start
Push Start
3rd Row Seat
Keyless Entry
Apple Car Play
Wifi Hotspot
Navigation System
Heated Seats
Leather Seats
Power Seats
Android Auto
Cooled Seats
Panoramic Sun Roof
Alloy Wheels
Ventilated Seats
Satellite Radio
Panoramic Moonroof
Interior 24
Heated steering wheel
Heated driver and front passenger seats
Merino leather front seat upholstery
Fixed third-row seats
Driver seat power reclining, lumbar support, cushion extension, seatback side bolster support, cushion tilt, articulating upper backrest, fore/aft control and height adjustable control
Dual-zone front climate control
Rear climate control system with separate controls
Dual-zone rear climate control
Heated front seat center armrest
Heated door panel
Merino leather rear seat upholstery
Automatic climate control
Power rear side window sunblinds
Leather steering wheel
Power tilting steering wheel
Power telescopic steering wheel
Power front seat head restraint control
Cabin air filter
Rear under seat climate control ducts
Rear headliner/pillar climate control ducts
Rear console climate control ducts
Bucket front seats
Driver seat with 14-way directional controls
Front seat center armrest
Exterior 24
First and second-row sliding and tilting glass sunroof with power 1-touch activation sunshade
Trailer Assist vehicle and trailer reverse assist
Black front and body-colored rear bumper inserts
Dual sunroof
Active grille shutters
Roof rails
22 x 9.5-inch front and 22 x 10.5-inch rear machined w/painted accents aluminum wheels
Front accent lighting
P275/40YR22 run-flat performance BSW front tires and P315/35YR22 run-flat performance BSW rear tires
Rear lip spoiler
4 doors
Galvanized steel/aluminum/composite body panels with side impact beams
Body-colored front bumper
Body-colored rear bumper
Black bodyside insert
Body-colored wheel well trim
Black grille
Black side window trim
Body-colored door handles
Monotone paint
Standard style side mirrors
Black door mirrors
Black rear bumper rub strip
Black windshield trim
Mechanical 25
Part and full-time AWD
4.4L V-8 direct injection, DOHC, variable valve control, twin turbo, premium gasoline, engine with 523HP
4.4L V-8 DOHC
Active Comfort Drive w/Road Preview predictive ride suspension
Active Roll Stabilization active front anti-roll
Active Roll Stabilization active rear anti-roll
Integral Active Steering rear-wheel steering system
Auto-leveling front and rear suspension
Automatic height adjustable suspension with driver control
Regenerative brakes
Driving Experience Control driver selectable steering effort
Auto stop-start engine
Twin turbo
8-speed automatic
Driving Experience Control selectable mode transmission
STEPTRONIC Sequential shift with steering wheel controls
Automatic
XDrive all-wheel drive
Blue painted front and rear brake calipers
Servotronic speed sensitive power steering
Lock-up transmission
Front mounted engine
Spark ignition system
Variable intake manifold
Longitudinal mounted engine
Entertainment 20
Primary monitor touchscreen
Bluetooth wireless audio streaming
Harman/kardon speakers
External memory control
ConnectedDrive Services internet radio capability
Voice activated audio controls
AM/FM/digital/SiriusXM with 360Lsatellite
2 total number of 1st row displays
14.9 inch primary display
464W amplifier
Automatic audio equalizer
Audio system theft deterrent
Harman/kardon digital signal processor
Speed sensitive volume
16 speakers
Seek scan
Radio data system (RDS)
12 month satellite trial subscription
Window grid audio antenna
Diversity antenna
Safety features
Yes = VIN reported. Standard = manufacturer’s model guide. Optional = installation unconfirmed. Tap ⓘ for details.
Active Safety & Crash Avoidance
Automatic emergency braking (AEB) Yes
Forward collision warning (FCW) Yes
Blind-spot warning (BSW) Yes
Lane-keeping assist (LKA) Optional
Lane-departure warning (LDW) Yes
Rear cross-traffic alert Yes
Pedestrian & cyclist detection Partial
Anti-lock brakes (ABS) Yes
Electronic stability control (ESC) Yes
Brake assist Yes
Traction control Yes
Adaptive cruise control (ACC) Optional
Lane centering assistance Optional
Backup / rearview camera Dealer reported
Adaptive headlights Dealer reported
Passive Safety & Structural Protection
Frontal airbags Yes
Side curtain airbags Yes
Side torso / seat airbags Yes
Knee airbags Yes
Seat belt pretensioners Yes
Additional reported safety equipment · 33 +
Seat beltsManufacturer reported · Manual
Blind-spot interventionOptional
Tire-pressure monitoringManufacturer reported · Direct
Daytime running lightsStandard
Automatic high-beam switchingStandard
Low-beam headlightsManufacturer reported · LED
Rear visibility systemStandard
Rear automatic emergency brakingStandard
Automatic reverse systemStandard
Collision AvoidanceDealer listed
Parking AssistDealer listed
Side-Impact Air BagsDealer listed
Power front seat head restraint controlDealer listed
Blue painted front and rear brake calipersDealer listed
City Collision Mitigation pedestrian impact preventionDealer listed
Rear mounted cameraDealer listed
Head-up displayDealer listed
Active Protection driver attention alertDealer listed
Speed Limit Info traffic sign recognitionDealer listed
Equipment does not establish crash performance. Driver assistance requires an attentive driver. Confirm optional equipment and connected-service activation with the dealer. Manufacturer data: NHTSA VIN decode, checked Nov 14, 2026.