Recalls, complaints, and safety data from NHTSA
The 2026 BMW X3 has 1 recall, 9 complaints, and a 4-star overall safety rating from NHTSA.
1
Recalls
9
Complaints
★★★★★
Safety Rating
Data source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) · Last updated April 7, 2026
25V857000
STEERING:STEERING CONTROL MODULE
BMW of North America, LLC is recalling certain 2025-2026 X3 vehicles. While the vehicle is stationary, unexpected steering wheel movement (rotation) m...
Overall
★★★★★
Front Crash
★★★★★
Side Crash
★★★★★
Rollover
★★★★★
Rating for: 2026 BMW X3 SUV N/A AWD
| Date ↓ | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 25, 2026 | VISIBILITY/WIPER | We purchased this vehicle new. It has less than 3,000 miles on it. A crack has developed in the wind... |
| Jan 14, 2026 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,UNKNOWN OR OTHER | NHTSA Safety Complaint – Narrative VIN: [XXX] | Vehicle: 2026 BMW X3 | Purchase Date: December 2025... |
| Jan 7, 2026 | STEERING | Here is a summary of the issue I experienced in a form of answers your questions. I have uploaded a... |
| Jan 1, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER,VISIBILITY/WIPER | NHTSA COMPLAINT - 2026 BMW X3 WINDSHIELD DEFECT Our brand new 2026 BMW X3 has experienced two comple... |
| Dec 5, 2025 | WHEELS | On December 5, 2025 the driver side rear tire experienced a sudden blowout while I was driving on a ... |
| Dec 1, 2025 | STEERING | The contact owned a 2026 BMW X3. The contact stated while reversing at an undisclosed speed out of t... |
| Nov 23, 2025 | STEERING | I purchased a new 2026 BMW X3 xDrive30 (VIN [XXX] ) on 10/10/2025 from Patrick BMW/MINI in Schaumbur... |
| Nov 22, 2025 | STRUCTURE,SERVICE BRAKES,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE | What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? T... |
| Oct 20, 2025 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | BMW USA has stopped providing warranty and service manuals, probably to save on costs. Instead, BMW ... |