BMW X3 2025

Complete listing of complaints and recalls for this vehicle

27
Complaints
10
Recalls

Complaints & Recalls

27 Complaints 10 Recalls

Official Safety Recalls - Important!

10 Recalls

These are official manufacturer recalls ordered by NHTSA for safety defects. If you own this vehicle, contact your dealer immediately for free repairs.

Bmw Of North America, Llc
NHTSA Campaign: 25V247000 SAFETY RECALL
26 Vehicles Affected
Recall Date: Apr 16, 2025
Safety Issue:

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.

Potential Risk:
Damaged front brakes may not function properly, increasing the risk of a crash.
FREE Recall Solution:
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.
Additional Details:

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Action Required: Contact your local BMW dealer to schedule your FREE recall repair.
Manufacturer: BMW
Notice Date: Jun 5, 2025
Recall Date: Apr 16, 2025
Bmw Of North America, Llc
NHTSA Campaign: 25V202000 SAFETY RECALL
4.5K Vehicles Affected
Recall Date: Apr 1, 2025
Safety Issue:

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.

Potential 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.
FREE Recall Solution:
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.
Additional Details:

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1- 888-275-9171) or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Action Required: Contact your local BMW dealer to schedule your FREE recall repair.
Manufacturer: BMW
Recall Date: Apr 1, 2025
Bmw Of North America, Llc
NHTSA Campaign: 25V154000 SAFETY RECALL
192 Vehicles Affected
Recall Date: Mar 12, 2025
Safety Issue:

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.

Potential Risk:
A loss of rear brake function increases the risk of a crash.
FREE Recall Solution:
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.
Additional Details:

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 888-327-4236 (TTY 888-275-9171) or go to nhtsa.gov.

Action Required: Contact your local BMW dealer to schedule your FREE recall repair.
Manufacturer: BMW
Notice Date: May 9, 2025
Recall Date: Mar 12, 2025
Bmw Of North America, Llc
NHTSA Campaign: 25V109000 SAFETY RECALL
114 Vehicles Affected
Recall Date: Feb 21, 2025
Safety Issue:

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.

Potential 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.
FREE Recall Solution:
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. A letter informing owners of the safety risk was mailed on April 21, 2025. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 800-525-7417.
Additional Details:

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 888-327-4236 (TTY 888-275-9171) or go to nhtsa.gov.

Action Required: Contact your local BMW dealer to schedule your FREE recall repair.
Manufacturer: BMW
Notice Date: Jun 5, 2025
Recall Date: Feb 21, 2025
Bmw Of North America, Llc
NHTSA Campaign: 24V909000 SAFETY RECALL
2 Vehicles Affected
Recall Date: Dec 5, 2024
Safety Issue:

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.

Potential Risk:
A loss of vehicle handling and control increases the risk of a crash.
FREE Recall Solution:
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.
Additional Details:

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or go to nhtsa.gov.

Action Required: Contact your local BMW dealer to schedule your FREE recall repair.
Manufacturer: BMW
Notice Date: Dec 12, 2024
Recall Date: Dec 5, 2024
Bmw Of North America, Llc
NHTSA Campaign: 24V856000 SAFETY RECALL
2 Vehicles Affected
Recall Date: Nov 12, 2024
Safety Issue:

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.

Potential 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.
FREE Recall Solution:
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.
Additional Details:

Owners may contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Action Required: Contact your local BMW dealer to schedule your FREE recall repair.
Manufacturer: BMW
Notice Date: Nov 13, 2024
Recall Date: Nov 12, 2024
Bmw Of North America, Llc
NHTSA Campaign: 24V772000 SAFETY RECALL
7 Vehicles Affected
Recall Date: Oct 17, 2024
Safety Issue:

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.

Potential Risk:
A damaged air bag may not inflate properly, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
FREE Recall Solution:
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.
Additional Details:

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or go to nhtsa.gov.

Action Required: Contact your local BMW dealer to schedule your FREE recall repair.
Manufacturer: BMW
Notice Date: Oct 31, 2024
Recall Date: Oct 17, 2024

Consumer Complaints

27 Complaints
Bmw Of North America, Llc
Campaign: 11628791 Other
Dec 4, 2024
Defect Description:

FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS

Potential Consequences:

While driving on a state highway in cruise mode, the vehicle displayed a “CHECK CONTROL” message: •Support from Driver Assistance restricted •You can continue driving. Driver Assistance permanently restricted. •Check Control messages (1) Suddenly, the car exited cruise mode. While this is designed as a safety feature, it should not disengage abruptly during driving, as it may lead to potential risks. This a second biggest issue with this vehicle within just a few months of purchase.

Corrective Action:

While driving on a state highway in cruise mode, the vehicle displayed a “CHECK CONTROL” message: •Support from Driver Assistance restricted •You can continue driving. Driver Assistance permanently restricted. •Check Control messages (1) Suddenly, the car exited cruise mode. While this is designed as a safety feature, it should not disengage abruptly during driving, as it may lead to potential risks. This a second biggest issue with this vehicle within just a few months of purchase.

Additional Notes:

While driving on a state highway in cruise mode, the vehicle displayed a “CHECK CONTROL” message: •Support from Driver Assistance restricted •You can continue driving. Driver Assistance permanently restricted. •Check Control messages (1) Suddenly, the car exited cruise mode. While this is designed as a safety feature, it should not disengage abruptly during driving, as it may lead to potential risks. This a second biggest issue with this vehicle within just a few months of purchase.

Manufacturer: BMW
Mfg Campaign: 11628791
Notice Date: Dec 4, 2024
Recall Date: Dec 4, 2024
Bmw Of North America, Llc
Campaign: 11628791 Other
Dec 4, 2024
Defect Description:

FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL

Potential Consequences:

While driving on a state highway in cruise mode, the vehicle displayed a “CHECK CONTROL” message: •Support from Driver Assistance restricted •You can continue driving. Driver Assistance permanently restricted. •Check Control messages (1) Suddenly, the car exited cruise mode. While this is designed as a safety feature, it should not disengage abruptly during driving, as it may lead to potential risks. This a second biggest issue with this vehicle within just a few months of purchase.

Corrective Action:

While driving on a state highway in cruise mode, the vehicle displayed a “CHECK CONTROL” message: •Support from Driver Assistance restricted •You can continue driving. Driver Assistance permanently restricted. •Check Control messages (1) Suddenly, the car exited cruise mode. While this is designed as a safety feature, it should not disengage abruptly during driving, as it may lead to potential risks. This a second biggest issue with this vehicle within just a few months of purchase.

Additional Notes:

While driving on a state highway in cruise mode, the vehicle displayed a “CHECK CONTROL” message: •Support from Driver Assistance restricted •You can continue driving. Driver Assistance permanently restricted. •Check Control messages (1) Suddenly, the car exited cruise mode. While this is designed as a safety feature, it should not disengage abruptly during driving, as it may lead to potential risks. This a second biggest issue with this vehicle within just a few months of purchase.

Manufacturer: BMW
Mfg Campaign: 11628791
Notice Date: Dec 4, 2024
Recall Date: Dec 4, 2024
Bmw Of North America, Llc
Campaign: 11625787 Other
Nov 17, 2024
Defect Description:

ENGINE

Potential Consequences:

A CUSTOMER STATES CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ON CAUSE: WIRE REPAIR 0000556 Performing vehicle test (with vehicle diagnosis system) 5270WPB94 61-13-8-353-748 CABLE CONNECTOR: 619900 61-13-5-A4F-528 SHRINKING HOSE: 619900 12-63-5-A55-720 INTEGRATED POWER SUPPLY Charging battery (at support point in 1299000 W/T GIVEN TO REPAIR ENGINE WIRING HARNESS 1263586 Replacing power distribution module (after vehicle diagnosis) 5270WPB94 PART#: 61-13-8-353-748 COUNT: 1 CLAIM TYPE: AUTH CODE: ARTS duplicated complaint, checked fault memory TOTAL LINE A: and code cd8c23 lin bus code for coolant pump 5 stored, found engine harness rubbed on water pump pulley and shorted. performed wire harness repair and also found fuse 021 blown inside integrated voltage supply module, replaced integrated supply module, and correctly routed harness and cleared codes.

Corrective Action:

A CUSTOMER STATES CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ON CAUSE: WIRE REPAIR 0000556 Performing vehicle test (with vehicle diagnosis system) 5270WPB94 61-13-8-353-748 CABLE CONNECTOR: 619900 61-13-5-A4F-528 SHRINKING HOSE: 619900 12-63-5-A55-720 INTEGRATED POWER SUPPLY Charging battery (at support point in 1299000 W/T GIVEN TO REPAIR ENGINE WIRING HARNESS 1263586 Replacing power distribution module (after vehicle diagnosis) 5270WPB94 PART#: 61-13-8-353-748 COUNT: 1 CLAIM TYPE: AUTH CODE: ARTS duplicated complaint, checked fault memory TOTAL LINE A: and code cd8c23 lin bus code for coolant pump 5 stored, found engine harness rubbed on water pump pulley and shorted. performed wire harness repair and also found fuse 021 blown inside integrated voltage supply module, replaced integrated supply module, and correctly routed harness and cleared codes.

Additional Notes:

A CUSTOMER STATES CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ON CAUSE: WIRE REPAIR 0000556 Performing vehicle test (with vehicle diagnosis system) 5270WPB94 61-13-8-353-748 CABLE CONNECTOR: 619900 61-13-5-A4F-528 SHRINKING HOSE: 619900 12-63-5-A55-720 INTEGRATED POWER SUPPLY Charging battery (at support point in 1299000 W/T GIVEN TO REPAIR ENGINE WIRING HARNESS 1263586 Replacing power distribution module (after vehicle diagnosis) 5270WPB94 PART#: 61-13-8-353-748 COUNT: 1 CLAIM TYPE: AUTH CODE: ARTS duplicated complaint, checked fault memory TOTAL LINE A: and code cd8c23 lin bus code for coolant pump 5 stored, found engine harness rubbed on water pump pulley and shorted. performed wire harness repair and also found fuse 021 blown inside integrated voltage supply module, replaced integrated supply module, and correctly routed harness and cleared codes.

Manufacturer: BMW
Mfg Campaign: 11625787
Notice Date: Nov 17, 2024
Recall Date: Nov 17, 2024
Bmw Of North America, Llc
Campaign: 11625787 Other
Nov 17, 2024
Defect Description:

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Potential Consequences:

A CUSTOMER STATES CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ON CAUSE: WIRE REPAIR 0000556 Performing vehicle test (with vehicle diagnosis system) 5270WPB94 61-13-8-353-748 CABLE CONNECTOR: 619900 61-13-5-A4F-528 SHRINKING HOSE: 619900 12-63-5-A55-720 INTEGRATED POWER SUPPLY Charging battery (at support point in 1299000 W/T GIVEN TO REPAIR ENGINE WIRING HARNESS 1263586 Replacing power distribution module (after vehicle diagnosis) 5270WPB94 PART#: 61-13-8-353-748 COUNT: 1 CLAIM TYPE: AUTH CODE: ARTS duplicated complaint, checked fault memory TOTAL LINE A: and code cd8c23 lin bus code for coolant pump 5 stored, found engine harness rubbed on water pump pulley and shorted. performed wire harness repair and also found fuse 021 blown inside integrated voltage supply module, replaced integrated supply module, and correctly routed harness and cleared codes.

Corrective Action:

A CUSTOMER STATES CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ON CAUSE: WIRE REPAIR 0000556 Performing vehicle test (with vehicle diagnosis system) 5270WPB94 61-13-8-353-748 CABLE CONNECTOR: 619900 61-13-5-A4F-528 SHRINKING HOSE: 619900 12-63-5-A55-720 INTEGRATED POWER SUPPLY Charging battery (at support point in 1299000 W/T GIVEN TO REPAIR ENGINE WIRING HARNESS 1263586 Replacing power distribution module (after vehicle diagnosis) 5270WPB94 PART#: 61-13-8-353-748 COUNT: 1 CLAIM TYPE: AUTH CODE: ARTS duplicated complaint, checked fault memory TOTAL LINE A: and code cd8c23 lin bus code for coolant pump 5 stored, found engine harness rubbed on water pump pulley and shorted. performed wire harness repair and also found fuse 021 blown inside integrated voltage supply module, replaced integrated supply module, and correctly routed harness and cleared codes.

Additional Notes:

A CUSTOMER STATES CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ON CAUSE: WIRE REPAIR 0000556 Performing vehicle test (with vehicle diagnosis system) 5270WPB94 61-13-8-353-748 CABLE CONNECTOR: 619900 61-13-5-A4F-528 SHRINKING HOSE: 619900 12-63-5-A55-720 INTEGRATED POWER SUPPLY Charging battery (at support point in 1299000 W/T GIVEN TO REPAIR ENGINE WIRING HARNESS 1263586 Replacing power distribution module (after vehicle diagnosis) 5270WPB94 PART#: 61-13-8-353-748 COUNT: 1 CLAIM TYPE: AUTH CODE: ARTS duplicated complaint, checked fault memory TOTAL LINE A: and code cd8c23 lin bus code for coolant pump 5 stored, found engine harness rubbed on water pump pulley and shorted. performed wire harness repair and also found fuse 021 blown inside integrated voltage supply module, replaced integrated supply module, and correctly routed harness and cleared codes.

Manufacturer: BMW
Mfg Campaign: 11625787
Notice Date: Nov 17, 2024
Recall Date: Nov 17, 2024
Bmw Of North America, Llc
Campaign: 11625787 Other
Nov 17, 2024
Defect Description:

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

Potential Consequences:

A CUSTOMER STATES CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ON CAUSE: WIRE REPAIR 0000556 Performing vehicle test (with vehicle diagnosis system) 5270WPB94 61-13-8-353-748 CABLE CONNECTOR: 619900 61-13-5-A4F-528 SHRINKING HOSE: 619900 12-63-5-A55-720 INTEGRATED POWER SUPPLY Charging battery (at support point in 1299000 W/T GIVEN TO REPAIR ENGINE WIRING HARNESS 1263586 Replacing power distribution module (after vehicle diagnosis) 5270WPB94 PART#: 61-13-8-353-748 COUNT: 1 CLAIM TYPE: AUTH CODE: ARTS duplicated complaint, checked fault memory TOTAL LINE A: and code cd8c23 lin bus code for coolant pump 5 stored, found engine harness rubbed on water pump pulley and shorted. performed wire harness repair and also found fuse 021 blown inside integrated voltage supply module, replaced integrated supply module, and correctly routed harness and cleared codes.

Corrective Action:

A CUSTOMER STATES CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ON CAUSE: WIRE REPAIR 0000556 Performing vehicle test (with vehicle diagnosis system) 5270WPB94 61-13-8-353-748 CABLE CONNECTOR: 619900 61-13-5-A4F-528 SHRINKING HOSE: 619900 12-63-5-A55-720 INTEGRATED POWER SUPPLY Charging battery (at support point in 1299000 W/T GIVEN TO REPAIR ENGINE WIRING HARNESS 1263586 Replacing power distribution module (after vehicle diagnosis) 5270WPB94 PART#: 61-13-8-353-748 COUNT: 1 CLAIM TYPE: AUTH CODE: ARTS duplicated complaint, checked fault memory TOTAL LINE A: and code cd8c23 lin bus code for coolant pump 5 stored, found engine harness rubbed on water pump pulley and shorted. performed wire harness repair and also found fuse 021 blown inside integrated voltage supply module, replaced integrated supply module, and correctly routed harness and cleared codes.

Additional Notes:

A CUSTOMER STATES CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ON CAUSE: WIRE REPAIR 0000556 Performing vehicle test (with vehicle diagnosis system) 5270WPB94 61-13-8-353-748 CABLE CONNECTOR: 619900 61-13-5-A4F-528 SHRINKING HOSE: 619900 12-63-5-A55-720 INTEGRATED POWER SUPPLY Charging battery (at support point in 1299000 W/T GIVEN TO REPAIR ENGINE WIRING HARNESS 1263586 Replacing power distribution module (after vehicle diagnosis) 5270WPB94 PART#: 61-13-8-353-748 COUNT: 1 CLAIM TYPE: AUTH CODE: ARTS duplicated complaint, checked fault memory TOTAL LINE A: and code cd8c23 lin bus code for coolant pump 5 stored, found engine harness rubbed on water pump pulley and shorted. performed wire harness repair and also found fuse 021 blown inside integrated voltage supply module, replaced integrated supply module, and correctly routed harness and cleared codes.

Manufacturer: BMW
Mfg Campaign: 11625787
Notice Date: Nov 17, 2024
Recall Date: Nov 17, 2024
Bmw Of North America, Llc
Campaign: 11625806 Other
Nov 17, 2024
Defect Description:

SEAT BELTS

Potential Consequences:

Passenger restraint system malfunction

Corrective Action:

Passenger restraint system malfunction

Additional Notes:

Passenger restraint system malfunction

Manufacturer: BMW
Mfg Campaign: 11625806
Notice Date: Nov 17, 2024
Recall Date: Nov 17, 2024
Bmw Of North America, Llc
Campaign: 11625806 Other
Nov 17, 2024
Defect Description:

SEATS

Potential Consequences:

Passenger restraint system malfunction

Corrective Action:

Passenger restraint system malfunction

Additional Notes:

Passenger restraint system malfunction

Manufacturer: BMW
Mfg Campaign: 11625806
Notice Date: Nov 17, 2024
Recall Date: Nov 17, 2024
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