Component
STEERING:STEERING CONTROL MODULE
Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
The steering control module in your X3 is a computer that helps guide your steering wheel. In some 2025-2026 models, this module can cause your steering wheel to move unexpectedly while the vehicle is parked.
Risk if Unfixed
If this happens while you're parked, you could get injured by an unexpected steering wheel movement. On the road, it could cause you to lose control of your vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will update the steering system software to prevent this issue, and it's completely free. You can either get the update done at a dealer or have it done over-the-air, 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 is recalling certain 2025-2026 X3 vehicles. While the vehicle is stationary, unexpected steering wheel movement (rotation) may occur.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
Unintended steering wheel movement while the vehicle is stationary increases the risk of an injury and on the road, a crash.
Original — 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.
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