Component
STEERING:LINKAGES:KNUCKLE:SPINDLE:ARM
Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
The steering spindle in your X3 is a critical part that connects the steering column to the rest of the steering system. In some 2024-2026 models, it might not have been attached correctly.
Risk if Unfixed
If the steering spindle isn't attached properly, you could lose control of your vehicle, making it harder to steer and increasing the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will inspect the steering connection and fix the problem by replacing the necessary hardware or parts, at no cost to you. You'll receive a notification letter with instructions on how to schedule the repair.
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Original — What Happened
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.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
An incorrectly attached steering spindle can lead to a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will inspect the steering connection and replace hardware or replace the spindle and column, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed October 2, 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.
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