Is the 2010 BMW X3 safe to drive?

The 2010 BMW X3 has 1 open safety recall. While the vehicle may still be driven, owners should contact an authorized dealership to schedule free repairs for any outstanding recalls. Some recalls, especially those classified as critical or high severity, may pose significant safety risks.

NHTSA Campaign 17V605000 Recall Details

What This Recall Means

Component

AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION

What Happened

Your X3's passenger airbag system uses a mat under the front passenger seat to decide whether to deploy the airbag in a crash. This mat can wear out over time and crack, which could cause the system to fail.

Risk if Unfixed

If the system fails, the airbag might not deploy in a crash, which could put you at risk of serious injury or even death.

How to Get This Fixed

Free Fix

Your BMW dealer will replace the faulty mat for free. You'll get a notice with instructions on how to schedule the repair. It's essential to take care of this as soon as possible to ensure your safety.

Is YOUR vehicle affected?

This page lists the models and model years named in NHTSA campaign #17V605000. Matching a model and year on this list does not prove an individual vehicle is affected — some vehicles in an affected model year are never part of the recall population. The authoritative way to know is a VIN check against NHTSA's own records.

Campaign 17V605000

What This Recall Means

AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION

How to Get This Fixed

Affected Vehicles

Is YOUR vehicle affected?