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2009 BMW X3 Powertrain Problems

Powertrain complaints and recalls from NHTSA

Summary

The 2009 BMW X3 has 3 NHTSA powertrain complaints and 0 powertrain-related recalls.

Problem Areas for the 2009 BMW X3

Airbags
31
Electrical
11
Engine
10
Other
9
Visibility
4
Fuel System
4
Powertrain
3
Lights
3
Steering
3

3

Complaints

0

Recalls

0

Injuries Reported

Data source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) · Last updated April 10, 2026

All Powertrain Complaints

Date ↓ComponentSummary
Jan 31, 2024POWER TRAINDriver side drive shaft fell off while driving on the highway. Very dangerous, merging from one high...
Sep 15, 2020POWER TRAINTL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 BMW X3. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE HER SON WAS DRIVING, THE RPM REVVE...
Feb 22, 2010POWER TRAINI OWN BMW 320D 2009, MY PROBLEM WITH THE CAR IS EXACTLY THE OPPOSITE, AS MY CAR SUDDENLY ACCELERATE ...

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