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BMW X3 Recalls

Compare BMW X3 recall history by model year, common components and recent NHTSA campaigns.

34distinct campaigns
5model years with results
2019–2026model-year range
Aug 12, 2026latest campaign date
Common recalled components
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA 4ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY 2STRUCTURE 2SEATS 2STEERING:LINKAGES:KNUCKLE:SPINDLE:ARM 1STEERING:STEERING CONTROL MODULE 1
Campaign timeline
20262 campaigns
20257 campaigns
20245 campaigns
20231 campaign
20222 campaigns
20213 campaigns
20207 campaigns
20195 campaigns
20182 campaigns
Recalls by year

BMW X3 recalls by model year

Open an exact model year to see the NHTSA campaigns returned for that vehicle combination.

Linked NHTSA campaigns

Recent campaigns for BMW X3

Each campaign below links to its detailed NHTSA recall record.

VehicleAug 12, 2026

BMW arm recall — NHTSA campaign 26V524000

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…

armBMW of North America, LLC
VehicleJan 30, 2026

BMW starter motor recall — NHTSA campaign 26V056000

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Toyota Supra, 2022-2023 2 Series Coupe, 2021-2024 5 Series (xDrive), 2021-2022 Z4, 2022-2024 4 Series (Gran Coupe), 2021-2024…

starter motorBMW of North America, LLC
VehicleSep 23, 2025

BMW relay recall — NHTSA campaign 25V636000

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019-2021 BMW 330i, 2019-2022 BMW Z4, 2020-2022 BMW 530i, X3, X4, Toyota Supra, 2021-2022 BMW 430i, 430i Convertible, and 2022 BMW 230i…

relayBMW of North America, LLC
VehicleApr 16, 2025

X3 30 xDrive disc recall — NHTSA campaign 25V247000

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.

discBMW of North America, LLC
VehicleApr 1, 2025

BMW starter motor recall — NHTSA campaign 25V202000

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…

starter motorBMW of North America, LLC
VehicleFeb 21, 2025

X3 30 xDrive cables recall — NHTSA campaign 25V109000

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…

cablesBMW of North America, LLC
VehicleFeb 20, 2025

BMW lock recall — NHTSA campaign 25V106000

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2022-2024 X3 sDrive30i and X3 xDrive30i vehicles. The second-row seat side door locking modules may not function properly and allow the…

lockBMW of North America, LLC
VehicleDec 5, 2024

X3 30 wheel bearing recall — NHTSA campaign 24V909000

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.

wheel bearingBMW of North America, LLC
VehicleNov 12, 2024

X3 30 xDrive curtain recall — NHTSA campaign 24V856000

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.

curtainBMW of North America, LLC
VehicleOct 17, 2024

BMW cushion recall — NHTSA campaign 24V772000

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.

cushionBMW of North America, LLC
VehicleOct 15, 2024

BMW structure recall — NHTSA campaign 24V764000

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018-2022 X3 sDrive30i, X3 xDrive30i, X3 M40i, and X3 M vehicles. The attachment for the rear cargo rail may become damaged in a rear…

structureBMW of North America, LLC
VehicleJul 17, 2024

BMW structure recall — NHTSA campaign 24V534000

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018-2023 X3 sDrive30i, X3 xDrive30i, X3 M40i, and X3 M vehicles. The attachment for the interior cargo rail may become damaged in a…

structureBMW of North America, LLC
VehicleMar 29, 2023

BMW seats recall — NHTSA campaign 23V211000

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019-2021 330i, 330i xDrive, M340i xDrive, 2020-2021 X3 sDrive30i, X3 xDrive30i, X3 M40i, X3M, 2021 X3 xDrive30e, X4 xDrive30i, and X4M…

seatsBMW of North America, LLC
VehicleJul 20, 2022

BMW fuel rail recall — NHTSA campaign 22V513000

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2022 X1 xDrive 28i, X3 xDrive30i, and 228i Gran Coupe vehicles. The high-pressure fuel rail may crack and result in a fuel leak within…

fuel railBMW of North America, LLC
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Confirm open recalls with your VIN

Model-level recall history can show campaigns associated with BMW X3, but it cannot confirm whether your specific vehicle still has an unrepaired recall.

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Understanding BMW X3 recall history

The same NHTSA campaign can apply to more than one BMW X3 model year. This overview counts each campaign once, while the model-year links show the campaigns returned for each exact year.

Use this page to research patterns and compare campaigns. It does not determine whether a specific VIN is included in a recall or whether a recall repair remains open.

Vehicle recall FAQ

BMW X3 recall questions

Answers are based on the NHTSA campaign history currently available on this page.

How many BMW X3 recall campaigns are listed?

This page currently groups 34 distinct NHTSA recall campaigns across 5 BMW X3 model years with results.

Which BMW X3 model years have recall pages?

Recall pages are currently available for 2026, 2025, 2022, 2020, 2019.

What is the latest BMW X3 recall campaign shown here?

The latest campaign currently shown is BMW arm recall — NHTSA campaign 26V524000, reported Aug 12, 2026.

What component is recalled most often on the BMW X3?

BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA is the most frequent component in the BMW X3 campaigns currently represented here, appearing in 4 campaigns.

Does a BMW X3 recall page show whether my VIN needs repair?

No. These model-level pages summarize NHTSA campaigns by year. Use the official NHTSA VIN lookup to check whether a specific vehicle has an unrepaired recall.