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2019 BMW X3

10 recalls Risk Grade: A- Most severe issue: Critical

All recalls are free to repair at your local dealership. Contact your dealer to schedule service.

Known Safety Recalls

Critical #18V453000 Plain English
Component

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER

Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
The brake caliper in your vehicle is a critical part that helps slow your car down when you press the brake pedal. In some 2018-2019 X3 and X4 models, the coating on the caliper pistons might be too thin, which could affect how well the brakes work.
Risk if Unfixed
If the brakes don't perform as they should, you could have a harder time stopping your vehicle, especially on steep hills or when driving fast. This could lead to a crash.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will bleed the brake system to ensure the brakes are working properly, and this service is free. You should schedule an appointment as soon as possible to get your vehicle repaired.
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Original — What Happened
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018-2019 BMW X3 sDrive30i, X3 xDrive30i, X3 M40i and certain 2019 X4 xDrive30i and X4 M40i vehicles. The rear brake caliper pistons on these vehicles may have an insufficient coating, potentially reducing rear brake performance.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A reduction of braking performance can increase the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will bleed the rear brake circuit, free of charge. The recall began August 31, 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
View full recall details → Repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Find a dealer →
Critical #18V374000 Plain English
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LANE DEPARTURE: LANE KEEP: STEERING ASSIST

Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
The lane keeping assistant in your vehicle is a system that helps you stay in your lane by adjusting your steering wheel. However, in certain 2018-2019 X3 models, the steering wheel may not work properly with this system.
Risk if Unfixed
If the lane keeping assistant can't detect that your hands are off the wheel, you won't get the warning signals that could alert you to take control of the wheel. This could increase the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will inspect the steering wheel and replace it if needed, completely free of charge. You'll get a notification when it's time to schedule the repair.
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Original — What Happened
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018-2019 BMW X3 xDrive30i, X3 sDrive30i, and X3 M40i vehicles equipped with the "Active Lane Keeping Assistant" option. The steering wheel may be incompatible with the lane keeping assistant function and may not detect if the driver's hands are off the wheel.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
If the sensors do not properly detect the driver's hands are off the wheel, the driver may not be alerted by one or more warning signals, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the steering wheel, replacing it if necessary, free of charge. The recall began on July 19, 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
View full recall details → Repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Find a dealer →
High Priority #21V521000 Plain English
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AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
The air bag system in your X3 or X4 uses sensors to determine if someone is sitting in the front passenger seat. But in some 2018-2019 models, these sensors might have been installed incorrectly, causing the system to think the seat is empty.
Risk if Unfixed
If the air bag system thinks the seat is empty, it will turn off the front air bag in a crash. This means you won't have the protection of the air bag, which could increase your risk of injury.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will replace the seat foam, which includes the faulty sensors, with a new one that works correctly. This repair is free of charge, and you should schedule it as soon as you get the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018-2019 X3 sDrive30i, X3 xDrive30i, X3 M40i and 2019 X4 xDrive30i, and X4 M40i vehicles. The front passenger seat occupant classification system may have been improperly assembled, which could result in the misclassification of the seat as unoccupied, and deactivate the front air bag.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A deactivated front air bag will not deploy in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will replace the seat foam, which includes the occupant classification system, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 3, 2021. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
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High Priority #19V291000 Plain English
Component

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
The passenger airbag in your vehicle is a safety feature that deploys in a crash to cushion the impact. In some 2019 X3 and X4 models, the airbag's deployment could be compromised due to an issue with the instrument panel.
Risk if Unfixed
If the passenger airbag doesn't deploy correctly in a crash, you could be at a higher risk of injury. This means you might not get the protection you need to stay safe.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will replace the instrument panel, which includes the airbag system, for free. You'll be notified when the repair is ready, and it's a crucial safety update that you should schedule right away.
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Original — What Happened
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019 X3 sDrive30i, X3 xDrive30i, X3 M40i, and X4 M40i vehicles. The instrument panel assembly may have been improperly manufactured, possibly affecting the deployment of the passenger's frontal air bag.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
If the front passenger air bag does not deploy properly in the event of a crash, the occupant has an increased risk of injury.
Original — Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the instrument panel assembly, free of charge. The recall began June 3, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
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Moderate #20V152000 Plain English
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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
The instrument cluster in your vehicle is the control panel in front of you that shows important info like speed and navigation. In some 2018-2020 X3 and X4 models, the panel wasn't attached properly to the airbag.
Risk if Unfixed
If you're in a severe crash that triggers the airbag, it could shatter the instrument panel. This might send sharp pieces flying towards you or your passengers, potentially causing injury.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will replace the instrument panel with a new one that's securely attached to the airbag, at no cost to you. You'll get a notification, and you should schedule the repair as soon as possible.
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Original — What Happened
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019-2020 X4 xDrive30i and X4 M40i, and 2018-2020 X3 sDrive30i, X3 xDrive30i, X3 M40i, and X3M vehicles. The instrument panel casing may not have been tightened properly to the passenger air bag.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
In the event of a crash necessitating air bag deployment, the air bag could damage the instrument panel and cause small pieces of the panel to strike the driver or other occupants, increasing the risk of injury.
Original — Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the instrument panel casing, free of charge. The recall began May 15, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
View full recall details → Repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Find a dealer →
Low Priority #19V563000 Plain English
Component

SEATS

Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
The front seat in your X3 or X4 has a metal frame that keeps the back of the seat stable. In some 2018-2019 models, this frame wasn't welded correctly, which could cause the seat to unexpectedly fold forward or rearward.
Risk if Unfixed
If the seatback folds incorrectly in a crash, it could hit you or a passenger, increasing the risk of serious injury.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will replace the front seats with new ones that have a properly welded frame, all at no cost to you. You should schedule the repair as soon as you get the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018-2019 X3 sDrive30i, xDrive30i and M40i and 2019 X4 xDrive30i and M40i vehicles. The front seatback frames may have been improperly welded, allowing the seatback to unexpectedly fold forward or rearward.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
In the event of a crash, there is an increased risk of injury if the seatback folds forward or rearward.
Original — Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front seats, free of charge. The recall began September 27, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service 1-800-525-7417.
View full recall details → Repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Find a dealer →
Under Review #24V764000 Plain English
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STRUCTURE

Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
The rear cargo rail in your X3 is a part that holds your luggage and cargo in place. In certain 2018-2022 models, the attachment that secures the rail can break if your car is rear-ended.
Risk if Unfixed
If the cargo rail comes loose in a crash, it could hit you or a passenger, causing injury.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will replace the broken attachment bolts with stronger new ones – it's free, and you should schedule the repair as soon as you get the recall notice, even if it was previously fixed under a different recall number.
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Original — What Happened
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018-2022 X3 sDrive30i, X3 xDrive30i, X3 M40i, and X3 M vehicles. The attachment for the rear cargo rail may become damaged in a rear crash and result in the cargo rail detaching.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
Interior rear cargo rail detachment during a crash can increase the risk of injury.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will replace the rear cargo rail attachment bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 12, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Vehicles in this recall were previously remedied for this issue under recall number 24V-534 and will need to have the new repair completed.
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Under Review #24V534000 Plain English
Component

STRUCTURE

Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
The interior cargo rail in your X3 helps keep your stuff organized and secure. In a rear crash, the attachment that holds it in place could get damaged and come loose.
Risk if Unfixed
If the cargo rail detaches during a rear crash, you could be at risk of injury from loose objects flying around the cabin or hitting you directly.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will replace the bolts that hold the cargo rail in place with new, secure ones – and it's completely free. You should schedule the repair as soon as you get the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018-2023 X3 sDrive30i, X3 xDrive30i, X3 M40i, and X3 M vehicles. The attachment for the interior cargo rail may become damaged in a rear crash and result in the cargo rail detaching.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
Interior cargo rail detachment during a rear crash can increase the risk of injury.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will replace the rear cargo rail attachment bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 2, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
View full recall details → Repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Find a dealer →
Under Review #21V096000 Plain English
Component

BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA

Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
The rearview camera in your vehicle is the system that shows you what's behind your car when you're reversing. In certain models, a small part of this image might be missing or not light up when you shift into Reverse.
Risk if Unfixed
If you rely only on the rearview camera image and it's not showing you the whole picture, you could miss something behind your car, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will check and update the rearview camera software if needed, and this service is completely free. You should schedule the update as soon as you get the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019-2021 X3 sDrive30i, X3 xDrive30i, X3 M40i, X3M, X4 xDrive30i, X4 M40i, M550i, X4M, X5 sDrive40i, X5 xDrive40i, X5 xDrive50i, X5M, X5 M50i, X7 xDrive40i, X7 xDrive50i, X7 M50i, Alpina XB7, 330i, 330i xDrive, M340i, M340i xDrive, and 8 Series Coupe, Convertible and Grand Coupe, 840i, 840i xDrive, M850i xDrive, M8, 2020-2021 530e, 530e xDrive, 330e, 330e xDrive, 745Le, 745Le xDrive, X5 xDrive45e, X3 xDrive30e, X6 sDrive40i, X6 xDrive40i, X6 xDrive50i, X6 M50i, X6M, 530i, 530i xDrive, 540i, 540i xDrive, M550i xDrive, M5, 740i, 740Li, 740Li xDrive, M760i Drive, M760Li xDrive, 750Li xDrive Alpina, Alpina B7 xDrive, and 2021 4 Series Coupe 430i, 430i xDrive, M440i xDrive vehicles. When shifting into Reverse, a small portion of the rearview image may be obscured, or the screen may not illuminate. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Original — Risk if Unfixed
If the driver relies on only the rearview camera image, the missing or reduced rearview image view can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Original — Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rearview camera software and update it if necessary, free of charge. The recall began April 16, 2021. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
View full recall details → Repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Find a dealer →
Under Review #19V684000 Plain English
Component

BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA

Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
The back-up camera system in your vehicle shows you what's behind you while you're reversing. In some cases, the camera settings can be adjusted to hide the view, and this setting might not get reset.
Risk if Unfixed
If you can't see what's behind you while reversing, you're more likely to get into a crash, which could cause injuries or damage to your vehicle.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will update the back-up camera software to ensure the system works properly, and this service is free for you. You'll receive a notification when the update is ready, and you should schedule an appointment as soon as possible.
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Original — What Happened
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018 540d, 2018-2020 530i, 530i xDrive, 540i, 540i xDrive, M550i xDrive, M5, 530e, 530e xDrive, X3 sDrive, X3 xDrive, X3 M40i, X3 M, and 2019-2020 X4 xDrive, X4 M40i, X4 M, X7 xDrive, X7 M50i, 740Li, 740Li xDrive, 750Li, 750Li xDrive, 8 Series Convertible and Coupe 840i, 840i xDrive, M850i xDrive, X5 sDrive, X5 xDrive, X5 M50i, X6 xDrive, X6 M50i, 330i, 330i xDrive, M340i, M340i xDrive, Z4 sDrive, Z4 M40i, 740Le xDrive and 745Le xDrive, 2018-2019 640i xDrive Gran Turismo and Rolls-Royce Phantom, 2019 M850i xDrive Gran Coupe and Rolls-Royce Cullinan and 2020 Toyota Supra vehicles. The back-up camera and display settings can be adjusted such that the rear view image is no longer visible and the system will retain that setting the next time the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rearview Mirrors."
Original — Risk if Unfixed
The lack of an image in the back-up camera display increases the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will update the back-up camera software, free of charge. The recall began November 8, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or Rolls-Royce at 1-877-877-3735. Toyota owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371.
View full recall details → Repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Find a dealer →

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AIR BAGS
2 recalls
STRUCTURE
2 recalls
BACK OVER PREVENTION
2 recalls
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
1 recall
LANE DEPARTURE
1 recall
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
1 recall
SEATS
1 recall

Other BMW X3 Years

2026
1 recall
2025
8 recalls
2024
2 recalls
2023
4 recalls
2022
7 recalls
2021
10 recalls
2020
16 recalls
2018
11 recalls
2017
6 recalls
2016
5 recalls
2015
7 recalls
2014
6 recalls
2013
7 recalls
2012
2 recalls
2011
4 recalls
2010
4 recalls
2009
3 recalls
2008
3 recalls
2007
3 recalls
2006
2 recalls
2005
2 recalls
2004
1 recall

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