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2005 BMW X3 Powertrain Problems

Powertrain complaints and recalls from NHTSA

Summary

The 2005 BMW X3 has 3 NHTSA powertrain complaints and 0 powertrain-related recalls.

Problem Areas for the 2005 BMW X3

Airbags
43
Seats
34
Electrical
19
Engine
7
Structure
6
Lights
4
Powertrain
3
Other
3

3

Complaints

0

Recalls

1

Injuries Reported

Data source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) · Last updated April 11, 2026

All Powertrain Complaints

Date ↓ComponentSummary
Jan 8, 2015POWER TRAIN,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEMURGENT URGENT URGENT - TOTAL LOSS ACCIDENT AND MAJOR INJURY SUSTAINED 2005 BMW X3 ? PICKED UP ON JA...
Jan 1, 2014POWER TRAINIT LOOKS LIKE THAT THE SHIFTING OF THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION IN BMW X3, 2005 3.0L ARE KIND OF DELAY...
Sep 17, 2012POWER TRAIN2005 BMW X3 TRANSFER CASE FAILURE. POWER WILL STOP BEING TRANSFERRED TO THE WHEELS PROPERLY CAUSING...

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