CarRecallWatchThe 2016 BMW X3 has 5 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 82 complaints with NHTSA, including 7 crashes, 3 fires, 2 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (23 reports).
2016 BMW X3 recalls
Water Pump Connector Can Short Circuit and Cause Fire
An electrical connector on the engine's water pump may not be properly sealed.
Diesel EGR Cooler Leak Can Melt Intake Manifold and Cause Fire
The exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) cooler in these diesel vehicles may leak coolant internally.
Fuel Pump May Fail, Causing Engine Stall While Driving
The high-pressure fuel pump in these diesel vehicles may fail.
Coolant leak can melt engine intake, risking fire
An internal leak in the exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) cooler can let engine coolant mix with diesel soot.
Child seat anchor bars may be damaged, raising injury risk
Certain BMW X3 and X4 vehicles have lower anchor bars used to secure child car seats.
Most common 2016 BMW X3 problems
Problem areas named in the 82 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 23 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 18 |
| Engine | 13 |
| Unknown Or Other | 12 |
| Service Brakes | 10 |
| Power Train | 9 |
| Seat Belts | 6 |
| Fuel System, Diesel | 6 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 4 |
| Air Bags | 4 |
What owners report
While driving on a two-lane 40 MPH road in the left lane the vehicle suddenly lost power, stopped in traffic, and displayed a transmission warning message. Multiple warning lights were "on" and the car would not restart. Additionally, the vehicle would not come out of "Park." Occupants needed to await police who stopped traffic in order for occupants to be able to exit the vehicle safely. The vehicle was towed to BMW of Atlantic City located at [XXX]. Technician found ground missing at EGS, inspected ground strap on transmission and found it severely corroded. Technician replaced ground strap and vehicle was repaired. Was advised by dealer service department that when this situation oc
The contact owns a 2016 BMW X3. The contact stated that while driving 55 MPH and depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle stalled with the drive train warning light illuminated. A dealer was contacted. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed and determined that the high-pressure and the pressure-regulating valves needed to be replaced. The high-pressure fuel pump was replaced three times. The contact stated that the failure had occurred on several occasions. The contact associated the failure with NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V586000 (FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL); however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was
Key Details of BMW EGR Recall: ⢠Affected Models: Primarily 2013-2018 BMW 328d/xDrive, 535d/xDrive, 740Ld, X3 xDrive28d, and X5 XDrive35d. ⢠The Problem: The Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) cooler may leak coolant internally, which can mix with soot to form flammable deposits, potentially leading to a Fire I was driving and my car started to smoke out of engine compartment I pulled over and waited called my husband and drove it back home. Took it to a shop and they are saying itâs my erg leaking internally and need it replaced along with the intake manifold. I looked up recalls and only the diesel one is on recall for the exact same issue,
The contact owns a 2016 BMX X3. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended. The RPM was elevated; however, the vehicle failed to respond as intended. The vehicle was driven to the shoulder of the road. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic and was diagnosed with Electronic Power Steering Control Unit failure. The contact was informed that the Electronic Power Steering Control Unit needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact was advised to tow the vehicle to the dealer. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, where the
The contact owns a 2016 BMW X3. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V608000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM). The vehicle was taken to the dealer for the recall repair; however, the dealer refused to perform the recall repair and stated that since the vehicle was manufactured in Canada, the recall repair could not be performed. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.
2016 BMW X3 questions
Does the 2016 BMW X3 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls for the 2016 BMW X3: Water Pump Connector Can Short Circuit and Cause Fire; Diesel EGR Cooler Leak Can Melt Intake Manifold and Cause Fire; Fuel Pump May Fail, Causing Engine Stall While Driving; Coolant leak can melt engine intake, risking fire; Child seat anchor bars may be damaged, raising injury risk. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2016 BMW X3?
Based on 82 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (23), Engine And Engine Cooling (18), Engine (13).
How do I check if a recall on my 2016 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.