Recall record at a glance
| Official record | 25V857000 |
|---|---|
| Category | Vehicle Recalls |
| Recalling firm | BMW of North America, LLC |
| Component | STEERING:STEERING CONTROL MODULE |
| Report date | Dec 11, 2025 |
| Location | United States |
What the recall covers
BMW of North America, LLC is recalling certain 2025-2026 X3 vehicles. While the vehicle is stationary, unexpected steering wheel movement (rotation) may occur.
Potential consequence
Unintended steering wheel movement while the vehicle is stationary increases the risk of an injury and on the road, a crash.
Remedy described by NHTSA
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.
Vehicle pages currently linked in our database
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What to do next
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