CarRecallWatchThe 2006 BMW X3 has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 143 complaints with NHTSA, including 7 crashes, 16 fires, 17 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Air Bags (84 reports).
2006 BMW X3 recalls
Passenger airbag may switch off in a crash
The front passenger seat occupant detection mat, which tells the airbag system whether and how the passenger frontal airbag should deploy, can fatigue and develop cracks.
Most common 2006 BMW X3 problems
Problem areas named in the 143 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Air Bags | 84 |
| Seats | 42 |
| Electrical System | 13 |
| Engine | 6 |
| Structure | 5 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 4 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 4 |
| Unknown Or Other | 4 |
| Equipment | 3 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 3 |
What owners report
1. The front passenger airbag light is continuously on. 2. Fasten seat belt audible alarm, and fasten seat belt dash light are continuously on when front passenger seat is NOT occupied.
Dealer states my occupancy detection mat was already reworked, however the original mat is still in the seat and no evidence exists to show what was done to prevent future fatigue of the mat. The date code on the mat is 2005 and the dealer stated it only needed replacing if it showed visible cracking during inspection. They stated it wasn't required to replace it but the date of warranty started from date of inspection.
The contact owns a 2006 BMW X3. The contact stated while driving 30 MPH, the front passenger's side air bag warning light illuminated. The dealer and the manufacturer were not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact associated the failure with NHTSA Campaign Number: 17V605000 (Air Bags) however, the VIN was not included. The failure mileage was approximately 83,000.
I can smell a burning smell at times coming out from my blower and the heat and air condition is not functioning properly. Also my rear hatch lights on the interior are always on and when I hit bumps they flash off and on.
The contact owns a 2006 BMW X3. The contact stated that while driving at 30 MPH, the contact rear-ended another vehicle. All the air bags except for the passengerâs side air bag deployed upon impact. The contact suffered a migraine from the collision but did not receive medical attention but planned to go to urgent care afterward. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence. The vehicle was not totaled. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. Prior to the failure, the dealer serviced the recall under NHTSA Campaign Number: 17V605000 (Air Bags). The failure mileage was approximately 130,000.
2006 BMW X3 questions
Does the 2006 BMW X3 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2006 BMW X3: Passenger airbag may switch off in a crash; Air Bags:Frontal. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2006 BMW X3?
Based on 143 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (84), Seats (42), Electrical System (13).
How do I check if a recall on my 2006 BMW X3 has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.