BMW X3 SAV recalls and problems
3 recalls and 274 owner complaints for 6 model years. Pick your year for full details.
Recalls
3
Complaints
274
Crashes reported
8
Fires reported
24
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BMW X3 SAV by year
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 X3 SAV | 0 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2011 X3 SAV | 1 | 13 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2010 X3 SAV | 3 | 23 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 2009 X3 SAV | 2 | 16 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 2008 X3 SAV | 2 | 56 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 2007 X3 SAV | 2 | 160 | 5 | 20 | 21 | 0 |
Most reported BMW X3 SAV problems
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 99 | |
| Power Train | 56 | |
| Seats | 51 | |
| Engine | 37 | |
| Electrical System | 27 | |
| Steering | 11 | |
| Structure | 8 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 8 | |
| Unknown or Other | 7 | |
| Suspension | 6 |
All BMW X3 SAV recalls
| Recall | Date | Years | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22V-119 | Mar 2, 2022 | 2007–2010 | Engine and Engine Cooling | BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2008-2013 1 Series Coupe (128i); 2007-2013 3 Series Coupe (328i, 328xi, 328i xDrive); 2007-2010 X3 SAV (X3 3.0si, X3 xDrive30i); 2008-2013 1 Series Convertible (128i)… |
| 16V-071 | Feb 5, 2016 | 2007–2010 | Air Bags | BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2008-2013 128i and 135i coupes and convertibles and 1 Series M coupes, 2006-2011 325i, 325xi, 328i, 328xi, 328i xDrive, 330i, 330xi, 335i, 335xi, 335i… |
| 14V-176 | Apr 10, 2014 | 2010–2011 | Engine and Engine Cooling | BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2010-2011 128i Coupe, 128i Convertible, 328i Sedan, 328i xDrive Sedan, 328i Coupe, 328i Convertible, 328i Sports Wagon and Z4 sDrive 30i, 2011-2012 135i… |
Frequently asked questions
What is the worst year for the BMW X3 SAV?
By owner complaints to NHTSA, the 2007 BMW X3 SAV has the most reports (160). Check the 2007 page for the problems owners describe.
How many recalls does the BMW X3 SAV have?
NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls covering BMW X3 SAV model years 2007–2011.
What are the most common BMW X3 SAV problems?
Owners report air bags, power train, seats problems most often.