Is the 2018 BMW X3 safe to drive?

The 2018 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.

What is the ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL recall for the 2018 BMW X3? (Campaign #17V719000)

The instrument cluster in your car is the screen that shows you important info like speed and warning lights. In some 2018 BMW models, the software controlling this screen might be faulty, causing it to not turn on or display warnings properly. If the display doesn't work as it should, you might miss important warnings or information, which could lead to a crash. Your BMW dealer will update the software for your instrument cluster display for free. You'll get a notification when it's time to schedule the repair.

NHTSA Campaign 17V719000 Recall Details

Component

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

What Happened

The instrument cluster in your car is the screen that shows you important info like speed and warning lights. In some 2018 BMW models, the software controlling this screen might be faulty, causing it to not turn on or display warnings properly.

Risk if Unfixed

If the display doesn't work as it should, you might miss important warnings or information, which could lead to a crash.

Free Fix

Your BMW dealer will update the software for your instrument cluster display for free. You'll get a notification when it's time to schedule the repair.

Campaign 17V719000

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

Affected Vehicles