What is a Carchieve vehicle history report?

A Carchieve report is a complete safety and records check on any U.S. vehicle. Enter the 17-character VIN and you get the decoded vehicle identity and full specifications, every open safety recall, owner-reported complaints by system, official NHTSA crash-test ratings, and a buyer action plan, in one clean report and a downloadable PDF.

How is Carchieve different from a typical VIN lookup?

Carchieve doesn't just dump raw data. It authenticates the VIN, organizes every federal safety record into a buyer-ready dossier, scores the vehicle, and tells you exactly what to inspect, ask and verify before you pay, the way a careful mechanic would read the car.

How fast will I get my report?

Reports are generated in under a minute. As soon as your VIN is checked against the recall, complaint, ratings and identity databases, your report and PDF are ready to view and download.

Can I buy more than one report?

Yes. A single report is $24.99. If you're comparing several cars, the 3- and 5-report bundles save you money per report and the extra credits stay in your account until you use them.

What information do I need to run a report?

Only the 17-character Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). The VIN is on the lower-left corner of the windshield, the driver-side door jamb, and the vehicle title or registration.

Where does the data come from?

Every report is built from authoritative U.S. vehicle databases, including the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recall, complaint and 5-Star safety-rating programs and the federal VIN product information catalog. Carchieve authenticates the VIN check digit so you know the identity is genuine.

Can I share the report with a seller or mechanic?

Yes. Every report includes a professionally formatted PDF you can download, print, or forward to a private seller, dealer, or mechanic to support your buying decision.

2018 Bmw X5 Recalls, Complaints & Safety Ratings

The 2018 Bmw X5 has 5 open safety recalls and 67 owner complaints on file with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, and it earned an overall 5-star NHTSA crash-test rating. Below is the public safety record. To see whether a specific X5 had its recalls repaired and how its mileage and title check out, run that car's VIN.

Safety recalls

EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

Campaign 18V652000 · 20/09/2018

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018 BMW 330e iPerformance, i3 Rex, i3 Sport Rex, X5 xDrive40e, i3 BEV, i3 Sport BEV and 2019 i8 and i8 Roadster vehicles and 2018-2019 530e iPerformance, 530e xDrive iPerformance and 740Le xDrive iPerformance vehicles. Capacitors within the TurboCord Portable Chargers may fail, possibly resulting in a shock hazard or a fire.

RiskAn electrical shock or a fire can increase the risk of injury or death.

RemedyBMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the charging cable, and replace it if necessary, free of charge. The recall began February 22, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM

Campaign 18V439000 · 28/06/2018

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018 BMW X5 xDrive35i, X5 xDrive50i, X5 xDrive35d, and X6 sDrive35i vehicles. The pivot bolt on the front lower-left control arm may not have been properly hardened, which may cause the control arm to break.

RiskIf the lower control arm breaks, vehicle handling and control can be affected, increasing the risk of a crash.

RemedyBMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the lower-left control arms and replace if necessary, free of charge. The recall began July 11, 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

Campaign 21V586000 · 29/07/2021

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2014-2018 328d, 328d xDrive, X5 xDrive35d, 2014-2016 535d, 535d xDrive, 2015 740Ld xDrive, and 2015-2017 X3 xDrive28d vehicles. The high-pressure fuel pump may fail.

RiskFuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.

RemedyDealers will replace the high-pressure fuel pump, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on January 14, 2022. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

SUSPENSION

Campaign 17V727000 · 17/11/2017

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018 BMW X5 SAV, X5 M SAV, X6 SAV, and X6 M SAV vehicles. Bolts that secure the front suspension may not have been properly tightened.

RiskLoose bolts can affect the performance of the suspension, thereby increasing the risk of a crash.

RemedyBMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and tighten the wishbone suspension bolts, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin January 8, 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:PUMP

Campaign 24V608000 · 13/08/2024

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.

RiskAn electrical short increases the risk of a fire.

RemedyDealers will inspect and replace the water pump and plug connector as necessary, and install a protective shield, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 28, 2025. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

What owners complain about

The systems 2018 Bmw X5 owners report most often to federal regulators:

Electrical System14

Unknown Or Other11

Engine10

Fuel10

Propulsion System10

Power Train9

NHTSA crash-test ratings

Frontal crash★★★★★

Side crash★★★★★

Rollover★★★★★

Overall★★★★★

Frequently asked questions

Does the 2018 Bmw X5 have any recalls?

Yes. The 2018 Bmw X5 has 5 NHTSA recall campaigns. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer. Check your specific VIN to see whether the work was completed.

What problems do 2018 Bmw X5 owners report?

Owners have filed 67 complaints with the NHTSA for the 2018 Bmw X5, most often about the electrical system, unknown or other, engine.

How do I check a specific X5's history?

Enter the 17-character VIN into Carchieve. You get the recalls, owner complaints and crash ratings shown here for that exact vehicle, plus full decoded specifications and a guided title and odometer check.

2018 Bmw X5: Recalls, Complaints & Safety Ratings

Safety recalls

EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM

FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

SUSPENSION

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:PUMP

What owners complain about

NHTSA crash-test ratings

Frequently asked questions

Does the 2018 Bmw X5 have any recalls?

What problems do 2018 Bmw X5 owners report?

How do I check a specific X5's history?

Check a specific 2018 Bmw X5

2018 Bmw X5: Recalls, Complaints & Safety Ratings

Safety recalls

EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM

FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

SUSPENSION

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:PUMP

What owners complain about

NHTSA crash-test ratings

Frequently asked questions

Does the 2018 Bmw X5 have any recalls?

What problems do 2018 Bmw X5 owners report?

How do I check a specific X5's history?

Check a specific 2018 Bmw X5

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