BMW X3 Recalls (2021-2026)

What recalls does the BMW X3 have?

• 2024-2026 BMW X3 Steering Arm Recall (26V524)
  August 12, 2026 · 13 vehicles · Steering

  The steering spindle may have been incorrectly attached to the steering column.

  Risk: An incorrectly attached steering spindle can lead to a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect the steering connection and replace hardware or replace the spindle and column, as necessary, free of charge.

• 2021-2023 Toyota Supra Starter Assembly Recall (26V056) Repeat recall
  January 30, 2026 · 87,394 vehicles · Electrical System

  Please see the recall report for a complete list of all models. The engine starter may overheat and catch fire due to wear on an internal component.

  Risk: Fire increases the risk of injury.

  Fix: Dealers will replace the engine starter, free of charge.

• 2025-2026 BMW X3 Steering Power Assist System Recall (25V857)
  December 11, 2025 · 36,922 vehicles · Steering

  While the vehicle is stationary, unexpected steering wheel movement (rotation) may occur.

  Risk: Unintended steering wheel movement while the vehicle is stationary increases the risk of an injury and on the road, a crash.

  Fix: The steering system software will be updated, free of charge, either over-the-air (OTA) or by a dealer.

• 2021 BMW 330I Electrical Relay Recall (25V636) Park outside
  September 23, 2025 · 199,674 vehicles · Electrical System

  The engine starter relay may corrode, causing the relay to overheat and short circuit.

  Risk: A short circuit in the starter relay may increase the risk of a fire.

  Fix: Owners are advised to park their vehicles outside and away from structures until the remedy is complete.

• 2025 BMW X3 Brake Disc Recall (25V247)
  April 16, 2025 · 26 vehicles · Brakes

  The front brake discs may have been damaged during transport before they were installed on the vehicle.

  Risk: Damaged front brakes may not function properly, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will replace the front brake discs and brake pads, free of charge.

• 2025 BMW 330I Starter Assembly Recall (25V202)
  April 1, 2025 · 4,557 vehicles · Electrical System

  The electrical connection between the starter-generator and battery may come loose.

  Risk: 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.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the starter-generator and positive battery cable as necessary, free of charge.

• 2025 BMW X3 Stability Control Recall (25V154)
  March 12, 2025 · 192 vehicles · Driver Assistance

  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.

  Risk: A loss of rear brake function increases the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will replace the rear brake hoses, free of charge.

• 2025 BMW X3 Battery Cable Recall (25V109)
  February 21, 2025 · 114 vehicles · Electrical System

  The connection between the positive battery cable and the starter-generator may have been improperly tightened and overheat.

  Risk: 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.

  Fix: 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.

• 2022-2024 BMW X3 Door Lock Recall (25V106)
  February 20, 2025 · 40,736 vehicles · Body, Doors and Seats

  The second-row seat side door locking modules may not function properly and allow the doors to be unlocked with a single motion. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 206, "Door Locks and Door Retention Components."

  Risk: Doors that can be inadvertently unlocked and unlatched may open unexpectedly, increasing the risk of injury to rear seat occupants.

  Fix: Dealers will replace the second-row seat side door locking modules, free of charge.

• 2025 BMW X3 Wheel Bearing Recall (24V909)
  December 5, 2024 · 2 vehicles · Suspension, Wheels and Tires

  The front wheel left-side swivel bearing may crack, causing a loss of vehicle handling and control.

  Risk: A loss of vehicle handling and control increases the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will replace the front left-side swivel bearing, free of charge.

• 2025 BMW X3 Curtain Air Bag Recall (24V856)
  November 12, 2024 · 2 vehicles · Air Bags

  The gas generator in the right-side head curtain air bag may have been assembled incorrectly.

  Risk: 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.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the right-side head curtain air bag, if necessary, free of charge.

• 2025 BMW X3 Air Bag Recall (24V772)
  October 17, 2024 · 7 vehicles · Air Bags

  The front passenger air bag fabric may have been damaged during transport between suppliers.

  Risk: A damaged air bag may not inflate properly, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will replace the front passenger air bag, free of charge.

• 2021-2022 BMW X3 Body Recall (24V764) Repeat recall
  October 15, 2024 · 8,725 vehicles · Body, Doors and Seats

  The attachment for the rear cargo rail may become damaged in a rear crash and result in the cargo rail detaching.

  Risk: Interior rear cargo rail detachment during a crash can increase the risk of injury.

  Fix: Dealers will replace the rear cargo rail attachment bolts, free of charge.

• 2021-2023 BMW X3 Body Recall (24V534)
  July 17, 2024 · 282,387 vehicles · Body, Doors and Seats

  The attachment for the interior cargo rail may become damaged in a rear crash and result in the cargo rail detaching.

  Risk: Interior cargo rail detachment during a rear crash can increase the risk of injury.

  Fix: Dealers will replace the rear cargo rail attachment bolts, free of charge.

• 2023 Toyota Supra Transmission Control Module Recall (23V821)
  December 6, 2023 · 552 vehicles · Transmission

  The weld seam of the integrated transmission control unit's cover may not have been manufactured properly, which could allow automatic transmission oil to leak into the transmission control unit.

  Risk: Transmission oil that leaks into the control unit can lead to a seizure of the transmission gears, causing a sudden loss of drive power and increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will replace the transmission mechatronics module and the automatic transmission fluid, as necessary, free of charge.

• 2024 BMW 230I Steering Recall (23V770)
  November 16, 2023 · 201 vehicles · Steering

  The steering gear may not have been tightened properly, which can allow it to loosen.

  Risk: A loose steering gear can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will replace the steering gear, free of charge.

• 2021 BMW 330I Seat Recall (23V211)
  March 29, 2023 · 51 vehicles · Body, Doors and Seats

  The seat frame may not have been welded properly to the seat rails.

  Risk: An improperly welded seat frame may not properly restrain the occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

  Fix: Dealers will replace the seat frame and back rest, free of charge.

• 2022 BMW X1 Fuel Rail Recall (22V513)
  July 20, 2022 · 5 vehicles · Fuel System

  The high-pressure fuel rail may crack and result in a fuel leak within the engine compartment.

  Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.

  Fix: Dealers will replace the high-pressure fuel rail, free of charge.

• 2022 BMW 330I Transmission Recall (22V070)
  February 9, 2022 · 4 vehicles · Transmission

  The mechatronics unit inside the transmission may not have been assembled properly, which could result in an internal leak.

  Risk: An internal transmission leak can result in a vehicle rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

  Fix: Dealers will replace the transmission mechatronics unit, free of charge.

• 2021 BMW X3 Fuel Tank Recall (21V199)
  March 24, 2021 · 17 vehicles · Fuel System

  The inlet check valve weld may fail, allowing the filling pipe to separate from the fuel tank.

  Risk: Fuel may leak through the failed weld, increasing the risk of a fire.

  Fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel tank, free of charge.

• 2021 BMW X3 Backup Camera Software Recall (21V096)
  February 19, 2021 · 13,858 vehicles · Rearview Camera

  When shifting into Reverse, a small portion of the rearview image may be obscured, or the screen may not illuminate. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."

  Risk: If the driver relies on only the rearview camera image, the missing or reduced rearview image view can increase the risk of a crash or injury.

  Fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rearview camera software and update it if necessary, free of charge.

• 2021 BMW 530E High-Voltage Battery Recall (20V601) Repeat recall
  September 30, 2020 · 4,509 vehicles · EV and Hybrid Battery

  Debris may have entered one or more of the hybrid battery cells during their production.

  Risk: The debris could result in a short-circuit, increasing the risk of fire or injury.

  Fix: BMW will inspect and, if necessary, replace the battery module free of charge.

• 2021 BMW X3 Backup Camera Recall (20V598)
  September 30, 2020 · 312 vehicles · Rearview Camera

  A small portion of the rearview image may be slightly obscured. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

  Risk: If the driver relies on only the rearview camera image, the reduced rearview image view can increase the risk of a crash or injury.

  Fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, program the rearview camera with updated software.

• 2021 BMW 330E High-Voltage Battery Recall (20V490)
  August 18, 2020 · 713 vehicles · EV and Hybrid Battery

  Loose welding beads may form a conductive path between the hybrid battery cells which could lead to a short-circuit.

  Risk: A short-circuited hybrid battery may increase the risk of a fire.

  Fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the battery modules, free of charge.

Which X3 parts are recalled most?

Which X3 model years have the most recalls?

How do I check my X3 for open recalls?

Enter your 17-character VIN at NHTSA’s recall lookup. The lookup lists every open safety recall on that specific vehicle, so you will see which of the 24 BMW X3 campaigns above apply to you. You can also ask any authorized BMW dealer to run the VIN. The VIN is on your registration card, your insurance card, and a plate at the lower driver-side corner of the windshield. Brand-new recalls can take a few days to show up, so check again if you received a letter.

What are X3 owners reporting?

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA since 2020, by model year. Complaints are unverified owner reports, but the components that come up most often show where owners are having trouble.

Excerpts from owner complaints (unverified):

The passenger side daylight running light stopped functioning. I called BMW dealership while it was still under warranty and was told that if it was simply a light needing replacement it would be $500.

2021 BMW X3 owner, Electrical System, NHTSA complaint 11663898

The car has keyless ignition and was accidentally left on/idling in the garage despite no one in the car and the key fob not present. The car was on for 8.

2021 BMW X3 owner, Unknown Or Other, NHTSA complaint 11638813

windshield glass excessively weak and prone to crack and chip. yes, a weak (defective windshield) has great safety concerns. yes, Safelight glass repair has repaired this windshield several times in 2 months. yes, we have recently brought this vehicle to a BMW service center. no warning light for this issue.

2022 BMW X3 owner, Unknown Or Other, NHTSA complaint 11699331

Can a recall make your X3 a lemon in California?

A recall alone does not make a BMW X3 a lemon. California's Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act looks at whether a warranty defect substantially impairs the vehicle's use, value or safety and was not fixed within a reasonable number of repair attempts (Civ. Code 1793.2(d)).

3 of the 24 recalls listed here follow an earlier campaign on the same component, which can mean a first fix did not work. 4 involve the engine, transmission or high-voltage battery, the kinds of repairs that often take several visits or weeks of downtime.

Within the first 18 months or 18,000 miles, California presumes the manufacturer had enough chances if the same defect was repaired two or more times when it is likely to cause death or serious injury, four or more times for any covered defect, or the vehicle was out of service more than 30 days in total (Civ. Code 1793.22(b)). Written notice to the manufacturer is required in some cases, and owners outside that window can still have a claim. An owner who prevails can recover reasonable attorney fees and costs from the manufacturer (Civ. Code 1794(d)). You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.

What to keep: every repair order, the recall owner letters, your purchase or lease contract, and a log of dates, mileage and symptoms. Make sure every visit is written up, even when the dealer says it found nothing.

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Other BMW models with recalls

• 228I: 5 recalls
• 228I Gran Coupe: 2 recalls
• 228I Xdrive: 1 recall
• 228I Xdrive Gran Coupe: 2 recalls
• 230I: 7 recalls
• 3 Series: 1 recall
• 330E: 7 recalls
• 330I: 11 recalls
• 330I Xdrive: 1 recall
• 4 Series: 1 recall
• 430I: 11 recalls
• 430I Convertible: 1 recall
• 430I Xdrive: 1 recall
• 5 Series: 1 recall
• 530E: 2 recalls
• 530I: 15 recalls
• 530I Xdrive: 4 recalls
• 540I: 7 recalls
• 540I Xdrive: 4 recalls
• 550E: 1 recall
• 550E Xdrive: 2 recalls
• 740I: 11 recalls
• 740I Xdrive: 2 recalls
• 740LI: 5 recalls
• 740XI: 1 recall
• 745E: 1 recall
• 745LE: 4 recalls
• 750E: 3 recalls
• 750E Xdrive: 6 recalls
• 750LI: 3 recalls
• 760I: 8 recalls
• 760I Xdrive: 3 recalls
• 8 Series: 1 recall
• 840I: 6 recalls
• 840I Xdrive: 1 recall
• Alpina B8: 1 recall
• Alpina XB7: 1 recall
• B7 Alpina: 1 recall
• I4: 11 recalls
• I4 EDRIVE35: 1 recall
• I4 EDRIVE40: 2 recalls
• I4 M50: 2 recalls
• I5: 7 recalls
• I5 EDRIVE40: 3 recalls
• I5 M60: 2 recalls
• I5 M60 Xdrive: 3 recalls
• I5 XDRIVE40: 2 recalls
• I7: 12 recalls
• I7 EDRIVE50: 3 recalls
• I7 M70: 3 recalls
• I7 M70 Xdrive: 4 recalls
• I7 XDRIVE60: 3 recalls
• IX: 12 recalls
• M2: 3 recalls
• M235I: 2 recalls
• M235I Xdrive Gran Coupe: 2 recalls
• M240I: 4 recalls
• M3: 4 recalls
• M340I: 7 recalls
• M4: 3 recalls
• M440I: 7 recalls
• M5: 3 recalls
• M5 Sportswagon: 1 recall
• M550I: 3 recalls
• M760I: 2 recalls
• M760LI: 1 recall
• M8: 3 recalls
• M850I: 3 recalls
• X1: 11 recalls
• X2: 6 recalls
• X3: 24 recalls
• X4: 14 recalls
• X5: 27 recalls
• X5 Hybrid: 1 recall
• X5 Plug-IN Hybrid: 2 recalls
• X6: 17 recalls
• X7: 22 recalls
• XB7: 1 recall
• XM: 9 recalls
• Z4: 7 recalls

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