NHTSA lists 38 complaints for the 2025 BMW X3, 3 of them mention a crash and 1 mention a fire. 0 complaints mention an injury, with 0 injuries and 0 deaths reported.
Data build 2026-10-08.
NHTSA lists this vehicle as BMW X3.
Recalls
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9 recalls.
Date: 2026-08-12. Systems: STEERING.
Defect: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2024-2026 X3 sDrive30i, X3 30 xDrive, and X3 M50 xDrive vehicles. The steering spindle may have been incorrectly attached to the steering column.
Consequence: An incorrectly attached steering spindle can lead to a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the steering connection and replace hardware or replace the spindle and column, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed October 2, 2026. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning October 2, 2026.
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Date: 2025-12-11. Systems: STEERING.
Defect: BMW of North America, LLC is recalling certain 2025-2026 X3 vehicles. While the vehicle is stationary, unexpected steering wheel movement (rotation) may occur.
Consequence: Unintended steering wheel movement while the vehicle is stationary increases the risk of an injury and on the road, a crash.
Remedy: The steering system software will be updated, free of charge, either over-the-air (OTA) or by a dealer. Owner notification letters were mailed February 6, 2026. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning February 2, 2026.
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Date: 2025-04-16. Systems: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC.
Defect: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2025 X3 30 xDrive vehicles. The front brake discs may have been damaged during transport before they were installed on the vehicle.
Consequence: Damaged front brakes may not function properly, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the front brake discs and brake pads, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed June 6, 2025. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Date: 2025-04-01. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Defect: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2025 330i, 330i xDrive, 530i, 530i xDrive, 4 Series Coupe (430i, 430i xDrive), 4 Series Convertible (430i, 430i xDrive), 4 Series Gran Coupe (430i, 430i xDrive) and X3 30 xDrive vehicles. The electrical connection between the starter-generator and battery may come loose.
Consequence: A loose starter-generator connection can result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, the wiring may overheat, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the starter-generator and positive battery cable as necessary, free of charge. Interim owner letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed May 28, 2025. Second letters will be sent once the remedy is available. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Date: 2025-03-12. Systems: ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC), SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC.
Defect: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2025 X3 30 xDrive and X3 M50 xDrive vehicles. The rear brake hoses may leak, causing a loss of rear brake function, and a loss of the Antilock Brake System (ABS) and the Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) system.
Consequence: A loss of rear brake function increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the rear brake hoses, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 9, 2025. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 800-525-7417.
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Date: 2025-02-21. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Defect: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2025 X3 30 xDrive vehicles. The connection between the positive battery cable and the starter-generator may have been improperly tightened and overheat.
Consequence: An overheated battery cable connection can cause an engine stall and increase the risk of a crash. In addition, an overheated battery cable increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and tighten the connection between the positive battery cable and the starter-generator, or replace the positive battery cable and starter-generator if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 5, 2025. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 800-525-7417.
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Date: 2024-12-05. Systems: SUSPENSION.
Defect: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2025 X3 30 vehicles. The front wheel left-side swivel bearing may crack, causing a loss of vehicle handling and control.
Consequence: A loss of vehicle handling and control increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the front left-side swivel bearing, free of charge. One owner was contacted December 12, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Date: 2024-11-12. Systems: AIR BAGS.
Defect: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2025 X3 30 xDrive vehicles. The gas generator in the right-side head curtain air bag may have been assembled incorrectly.
Consequence: An incorrectly assembled air bag can result in delayed activation or improper deployment of the head curtain air bag, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the right-side head curtain air bag, if necessary, free of charge. The vehicles have not been sold from dealer inventory and therefore no owner letters will be mailed. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Date: 2024-10-17. Systems: AIR BAGS.
Defect: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2025 X3 xDrive30i and X3 M50i vehicles. The front passenger air bag fabric may have been damaged during transport between suppliers.
Consequence: A damaged air bag may not inflate properly, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the front passenger air bag, free of charge. None of the affected vehicles have been sold yet and therefore no owner notification letters will be mailed. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Manufacturer communications
126 manufacturer communications.
Communications by system| System | Count |
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| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 50 |
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| STRUCTURE | 27 |
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| STEERING | 14 |
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| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 12 |
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| ENGINE | 9 |
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| EXTERIOR LIGHTING | 6 |
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| POWER TRAIN | 4 |
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| SUSPENSION | 3 |
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11037844
Date: 2026-09-25. Type: Service Campaign. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
The BCP controls several vehicle functions, including the windscreen wipers and air conditioning actuators. Low current flow may cause excessive current in parts of the BCP circuit board and damage the unit. If a fault occurs, the wipers or air flap controls may operate incorrectly or fail. A wiper
11037843
Date: 2026-09-24. Type: Service Campaign. Systems: STRUCTURE.
A gap between the rear left door seal and the side frame may allow moisture to enter. This can cause waterto splash onto occupants when the door is opened and may also increase wind and road noise.
11037508
Date: 2026-09-21. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: STRUCTURE.
When pulling on the hood (highlighted inorange in the top photo) release lever (highlighted in orange in the bottomphoto; drivera s footwell shown ) , there is anoticeable lack of cable tension; and the hoodwill not unlock.
11037506
Date: 2026-09-17. Type: Service Campaign. Systems: STEERING.
Check Control message and a minimally changed steering feel.
11037829
Date: 2026-09-15. Type: Other. Systems: SUSPENSION.
Carrier Return
11037507
Date: 2026-09-02. Type: Service Campaign. Systems: STEERING.
Check Control message and a significant change in steering feel .
11036455
Date: 2026-08-27. Type: Service Campaign. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
In vehicles equipped with the Roof Function Center a FZDa 21a variant, a quiescenta current violation mayoccur if the system fails to enter sleep mode. When this sleep error is present, a remote software upgrade(RSU) may be aborted and the FZD can become degraded. The following Check Control Me
11036435
Date: 2026-08-22. Type: Other. Systems: UNKNOWN OR OTHER.
Fastening Elements Return
11035491
Date: 2026-08-03. Type: Other. Systems: POWER TRAIN.
Shaft Return
11035476
Date: 2026-07-13. Type: Other. Systems: ENGINE.
Starter Generator Return