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US recalls (2)
Steering: linkages, knuckle
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 steering column.
Risk and remedy
Risk: An incorrectly attached steering spindle can lead to a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the steering connection and replace hardware or replace the spindle and column, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 8, 2026. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning October 2, 2026.
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) may occur.
Risk and remedy
Risk: Unintended steering wheel movement while the vehicle is stationary increases the risk of an injury and on the road, a crash.
Remedy: The steering system software will be updated, free of charge, either over-the-air (OTA) or by a dealer. Owner notification letters were mailed February 6, 2026. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning February 2, 2026.
Canadian recalls (1)
Show 1 Canadian recall
Over-the-air fixSteering
2025-12-12 · campaign 2025-682
Issue:
On certain vehicles, a software problem could cause the steering wheel to move suddenly.
Safety Risk:
A steering wheel that moves suddenly could increase the risk of a crash and/or injury.
Corrective Actions:
BMW will notify owners by mail and send a wireless over-the-air software update to eligible vehicles to update the steering system software. Alternatively, you may schedule an appointment to have the update performed at a BMW dealership.
Owner complaints (22)
Owners filed 22 complaints with NHTSA about the 2026 BMW X3 (5 crashes, 1 injuries reported). Among 23 model years of this model, it ranks #21 for the most complaints (median 86).
| Most-reported problem | Complaints | |
|---|
| Steering | 6 | |
| Visibility/wiper | 5 | |
| Unknown or other | 4 | |
| Forward collision avoidance | 4 | |
| Back over prevention | 4 | |
| Service brakes | 3 | |
| Electrical system | 3 | |
| Structure | 2 | |
Crash test ratings
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2026 BMW X3.
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|
| 2026 BMW X3 SUV N/A AWD | 4★ | 4★ | 5★ | 4★ |
Fuel economy
EPA ratings for each 2026 BMW X3 version.
| Version | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined | Yearly fuel cost |
|---|
| X3 M50 3.0 L Automatic (S8) | 25 | 30 | 27 | $3,050 |
| X3 xDrive30 2.0 L Automatic (S8) | 27 | 33 | 29 | $2,850 |
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Recalls updated 2026-10-30.