Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2024 Alpina XB7.
The 2024 Alpina XB7 comes with an automatic S8 transmission and EPA‑rated fuel economy of 16 mpg in the city, 20 mpg on the highway, and 17 mpg combined. Owner complaint data show eight total grievances, with service brakes identified as the primary concern and seven recall actions issued. Overall, the 2024 model continues a pattern of limited but focused reliability issues that owners should monitor. Consequently, its reliability standing reflects a modest, manageable risk within the broader Alpina XB7 lineage.
Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.
Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.
| Transmission | Automatic (S8) |
| EPA city / highway / combined | 16 / 20 / 17 mpg |
| Drivetrain | All-Wheel Drive |
| Recommended fuel | Premium Gasoline |
Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.
The 2024 BMW Alpina XB7 sits between a 2021 model with no complaints but one recall, and a 2025 model that likewise has no complaints, one recall, and no investigations. Across these three years, the recall count remains steady at one, while complaints and investigations stay at zero, indicating a relatively stable safety profile for this generation. In 2024, the most frequent complaint categories were Service Brakes (2 reports), Power Train/Electrical System (1), Unknown or Other (1), and Exterior Lighting/Service Brakes (1). There was only one crash‑related complaint and no fire complaints, matching the zero‑complaint trend of adjacent years. Given the consistency in recall numbers and the absence of any emerging safety issues, 2024 appears to be a reliable year to consider, but buyers should still verify that the specific Service Brake concerns have been addressed before purchasing.
All 8 complaints on record, top 7 components.
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.
No recall campaigns on record with NHTSA for this vehicle as of the last data refresh.
Showing 5 of 129 bulletins on record with NHTSA.
| Bulletin | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| B310626 | 2026-05-22 | Suspension | Noises from the front axle when driving over rough road surfaces, or when turning. |
| B610226 | 2026-04-23 | Electrical System | In rare occasions, control of certain vehicle security functions via the Central… |
| B320326 | 2026-04-23 | Steering | “Groaning” noise from the EPS when the steering wheel is at the end stops. |
| B310426 | 2026-04-23 | Steering | SITUATION When turning the steering wheel fully to the steering end stops, a ”groaning”… |
| B120526 | 2026-04-10 | Electrical System | A “knocking” sound from the fuel tank area can be heard in the passenger area. Occurrence… |
The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.
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NHTSA lists 7 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.
EPA figures are 16 city / 20 highway / 17 combined mpg.