2022 BMW 540

BMW is recalling more than 27,700 vehicles over an issue with the driveshaft that may cause a loss of rear-wheel power.

The 5 Series sedan and X3 compact SUV secured the agency’s top award thanks to the 5 Series’ upgraded crash-test scores and the X3’s improved headlights.

BMW’s 2022 model year brings mostly minor updates in feature packaging, along with some new colors, but highlights include two new EVs.