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2016 BMW X3 Powertrain Problems

Powertrain complaints and recalls from NHTSA

Summary

The 2016 BMW X3 has 7 NHTSA powertrain complaints and 0 powertrain-related recalls.

Problem Areas for the 2016 BMW X3

Engine
27
Other
11
Powertrain
7
Brakes
7
Electrical
6
Fuel System
4
Airbags
4
Seat Belts
4
Steering
3

7

Complaints

0

Recalls

0

Injuries Reported

Data source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) · Last updated April 9, 2026

All Powertrain Complaints

Date ↓ComponentSummary
Jun 9, 2025POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEMThe low-pressure fuel temperature/pressure sensor failed internally, causing diesel fuel to intrude ...
Apr 9, 2025POWER TRAIN* in 2018, the car started automatically going into Park when the engine is running but at a stop (e...
Oct 1, 2024POWER TRAIN,UNKNOWN OR OTHERI have reached out to the manufacturer for a solution and they said to wait till there is a remedy. ...
Aug 15, 2022POWER TRAINThis vehicle shuts down the engine when stopped at a stop sign or light. The engine resumes when you...
Dec 15, 2020POWER TRAIN,SERVICE BRAKESMY EMERGENCY BRAKE KEEPS MALFUNCTIONING, I HAVE BEEN UNABLE TO USE THEM FOR ABOUT 3 MONTHS NOW. ALSO...
Nov 7, 2018POWER TRAINTRANSMISSION - UNCOMMANDED CHANGE FROM DRIVE TO PARK THE AUTO START/STOP FEATURE TURNS THE CAR OFF ...
Sep 3, 2018POWER TRAIN,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROLA VERY DANGEROUS AND CATASTROPHIC SITUATION IS CREATED WHEN USING THE START/STOP FEATURE. WHEN STOPP...

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