CarRecallWatchThe 2017 BMW X3 has 6 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 92 complaints with NHTSA, including 10 crashes, 2 fires, 5 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (30 reports).
2017 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.
Poorly welded steering control pins may cause fire risk
The electric power steering control unit on this vehicle may have contact pins that were not welded properly, which can increase electrical resistance at the connection.
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 2017 BMW X3 problems
Problem areas named in the 92 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 30 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 22 |
| Engine | 17 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 13 |
| Service Brakes | 11 |
| Unknown Or Other | 9 |
| Air Bags | 7 |
| Structure | 6 |
| Fuel System, Diesel | 4 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 3 |
What owners report
I have tried to set up an appointment with my local dealer for a recall notice several times, but they never have the part needed. One time they said they had the part and after dropping the car off my wife returned to find out they still did not have the part The date below is approximate
Seat mat sensor module which detects presence of passenger in the seat has malfunctioned sooner than expected.
Unknown
See attached document for complaint. It is coming to almost a year that this problem still exists. After multiple attempts to have this rectified still un settled. I tried to make a claim on your website but for some reason the site is not taking my VIN# XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX, NJ Plate Tag XXXXXX
I have an open recall on my vehicle that has not yet been repaired, and Iâve reached out to BMW multiple times and still havenât received a letter from them regarding this Recall! If the vehicle can potentially catch fire then why would they think this isnât a priority due to safety concerns!!!!
2017 BMW X3 questions
Does the 2017 BMW X3 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 6 safety recalls for the 2017 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; Poorly welded steering control pins may cause fire risk. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2017 BMW X3?
Based on 92 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (30), Engine And Engine Cooling (22), Engine (17).
How do I check if a recall on my 2017 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.