CarRecallWatchThe 2010 BMW X3 has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 32 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash, 2 fires.
The most-reported problem area is Engine And Engine Cooling (14 reports).
2010 BMW X3 recalls
Loose VANOS Bolts Can Cause Engine Stall and Crash Risk
The aluminum bolts that hold the housing for the variable camshaft timing adjustment (VANOS) unit can loosen over time and may break.
Driver Airbag Inflator May Explode, Sending Metal Fragments
The driver-side frontal airbag inflator in certain vehicles contains an ammonium nitrate propellant that was not properly dried.
PCV Valve Heater Can Short and Cause a Fire
The heater for the positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) valve may short circuit.
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 2010 BMW X3 problems
Problem areas named in the 32 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 14 |
| Air Bags | 12 |
| Engine | 6 |
| Electrical System | 4 |
| Steering | 2 |
| Seats | 2 |
| Visibility/Wiper | 1 |
What owners report
The contact owns a 2010 BMW X3. The contact stated that after the dealer had performed the recall repair of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V119000 (Engine and Engine Cooling); the vehicle experienced a significant rough idle, and abnormal whistling and squealing sounds were coming from the engine while the contact was driving from the dealer parking lot. The contact drove back to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that the new PCV valve cover gasket had caused a vacuum leak. The dealer related the failure to the recall remedy. The dealer charged a fee for the repair. The contact declined to pay the fee because the recall repair was the cause of the failure. The contact stated that the vehicle had
The contact owns a 2010 BMW X3. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V707000 (Engine and Engine Cooling); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that while starting the vehicle, several unknown warning lights illuminated, and the vehicle was shuddering. The contact stated that the failure persisted while driving, and the vehicle decelerated unintendedly on several occasions. The local dealer was contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage
The contact owns a 2010 BMW X3. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V707000 (Engine and Engine Cooling); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds and depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle hesitated to respond. The contact also stated that the vehicle made an abnormal rattling while the engine revved between 2000-3000 RPMs. Additionally, the contact stated that the vehicle stalled on cold idles. The contact was able to restart the vehicle. There was no warning light illuminated. The local dealer was contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact stated that the
The contact owns a 2010 BMW X3. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V707000 (Engine and Engine Cooling); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
The contact owns a 2010 BMW X3. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds and while the vehicle was idling, there was an abnormal rattling sound coming from the vehicle. The check engine light warning light was illuminated. Additionally, the vehicle hesitated while depressing the accelerator pedal. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V707000 (Engine and Engine Cooling) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not
2010 BMW X3 questions
Does the 2010 BMW X3 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2010 BMW X3: Loose VANOS Bolts Can Cause Engine Stall and Crash Risk; Driver Airbag Inflator May Explode, Sending Metal Fragments; PCV Valve Heater Can Short and Cause a Fire; Passenger airbag may switch off in a crash. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2010 BMW X3?
Based on 32 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine And Engine Cooling (14), Air Bags (12), Engine (6).
How do I check if a recall on my 2010 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.