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2024 BMW X3

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2.49C+GPA / 4.0
Overall GPA
Reliability
3.04B
Safety
3.14B
EfficiencyGas
0.58F
24 MPG combined · 413 mi range · $3,150/yr energy
Comfort
1.20D
Value
2.59C+
Ownership Cost
0.99F
Technology
3.16B
Driving Experience
3.00B

The verdict

A mixed-report compact luxury suv, strong on technology and held back by efficiency.

The 2024 X3 is the last year of a seven-year-old generation, and it shows in the best and worst ways: the chassis, the eight-speed automatic and the safety record are still class benchmarks — it was the only 2024 BMW to earn an IIHS Top Safety Pick+ — while the cabin runs the older iDrive 7 and heated seats are still a $3,550 package away. Expect to pay around $54,000 for a realistically equipped xDrive30i, then $3,150 a year in premium fuel at 24 MPG combined. Buy it for the way it drives and the crash credentials; skip it if you want the newest software, standard adaptive cruise, or cheap running costs. Being a run-out year cuts both ways — real incentives on the hood, but a redesigned 2025 sitting next to it on the lot.

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Strengths

  • The safest compact luxury SUV of its year
  • Still the driver's choice in the class
  • A mature generation with proven hardware

What holds it back

  • Expensive to feed, and premium fuel isn't optional
  • Adaptive cruise costs extra on a $75,000 SUV
  • The $48,900 sticker isn't the real price

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Production history

2004–present · 23 years · 4 generations
SCORED WINDOW · last 10 yearsGen 12004–20102004Gen 22011–20172011Gen 32018–20242018Gen 42025–now2025In production2026 — graded2025 — graded2024 — graded2023 — graded2022 — graded2021 — graded2020 — graded2019 — graded2018 — graded2017 — gradedProduction began 2004

How it's evolved

10 scored model years · 2017–2026

025507510020172018201920202021202220232024202520262017 · Overall: 552018 · Overall: 59 (+4 vs 2017)2019 · Overall: 61 (+2 vs 2018)2020 · Overall: 63 (+2 vs 2019)2021 · Overall: 632022 · Overall: 65 (+2 vs 2021)2023 · Overall: 67 (+2 vs 2022)2024 · Overall: 66 (−1 vs 2023)2025 · Overall: 65 (−1 vs 2024)2026 · Overall: 71 (+6 vs 2025)

Subject scores by year

Hover or tap a score to see what moved it versus the year before. A corner mark flags a big swing.

YearPerformanceEfficiencySafetySpaceCostReliabilityTechUse-caseDrivingValue
2026
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
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Performance46
59+13
Efficiency41
66+25
Safety51
78+27
Space45
50+5
Cost48
45-3
Reliability66
76+10
Tech45
85+40
Use-case54
74+20
Driving68
77+9
Value65
76+11

Best fit & conditions

Winter / inclementB-72/100
AdventureC+68/100
FamilyC+65/100
CommuterC+64/100
Work / TowF39/100

Higher scores mean a better fit for that use case. Learn more about use-case fit →

Trims & configurations

2 trims

Scores above reflect the volume trim. Per-trim specs and scores are rolling out — the full lineup:

30 xDrive · baseM50 xDrive

Academic Probation · NHTSA safety recalls

3 for the 2024 · 46 across 2017–2026 · as of Oct 19, 2026
  • Aug 12, 2026Steering: linkages: knuckle: spindle: armThe steering spindle may have been incorrectly attached to the steering column.MY 2024–2026

    Defect

    BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2024-2026 X3 sDrive30i, X3 30 xDrive, and X3 M50 xDrive vehicles. The steering spindle may have been incorrectly attached to the steering column.

    Risk

    An incorrectly attached steering spindle can lead to a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Remedy

    Dealers will inspect the steering connection and replace hardware or replace the spindle and column, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed October 2, 2026. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning October 2, 2026.

    NHTSA campaign 26V524000 ↗13 vehicles potentially affected (all models in the campaign)Filed by BMW of North America, LLCFiled as X3
  • Feb 20, 2025Latches/locks/linkages: doors: lockThe second-row seat side door locking modules may not function properly and allow the doors to be unlocked with a single motion. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 206, "Door Locks and Door Retention Components."MY 2022–2024

    Defect

    BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2022-2024 X3 sDrive30i and X3 xDrive30i vehicles. The second-row seat side door locking modules may not function properly and allow the doors to be unlocked with a single motion. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 206, "Door Locks and Door Retention Components."

    Risk

    Doors that can be inadvertently unlocked and unlatched may open unexpectedly, increasing the risk of injury to rear seat occupants.

    Remedy

    Dealers will replace the second-row seat side door locking modules, free of charge. A letter informing owners of the safety risk was mailed on April 21, 2025. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 800-525-7417.

    NHTSA campaign 25V106000 ↗40,736 vehicles potentially affected (all models in the campaign)Owners notified Jun 13, 2025Filed by BMW of North America, LLCFiled as X3
  • Nov 16, 2023SteeringThe steering gear may not have been tightened properly, which can allow it to loosen.MY 2024

    Defect

    BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2024 2 Series Coupe (230i), 330i, X3 sDrive30i, X3 xDrive30i, X3 M40i, and X4 xDrive30i, X4 M40i vehicles. The steering gear may not have been tightened properly, which can allow it to loosen.

    Risk

    A loose steering gear can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Remedy

    Dealers will replace the steering gear, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 11, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

    NHTSA campaign 23V770000 ↗201 vehicles potentially affected (all models in the campaign)Owners notified Jan 11, 2024Filed by BMW of North America, LLCFiled as X3
43 recalls on other model years of the X3 (2017–2023, 2025–2026)
  • Jan 30, 2026Electrical system: starter assemblyPlease see the recall report for a complete list of all models. The engine starter may overheat and catch fire due to wear on an internal component.MY 2021–2023

    Defect

    BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Toyota Supra, 2022-2023 2 Series Coupe, 2021-2024 5 Series (xDrive), 2021-2022 Z4, 2022-2024 4 Series (Gran Coupe), 2021-2024 4 Series (Convertible and xDrive Convertible), 2021-2023 4 Series (Coupe), 2021-2024 3 Series, 2021-2023 X4, 2021-2024 X3 vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of all models. The engine starter may overheat and catch fire due to wear on an internal component.

    Risk

    Fire increases the risk of injury.

    Remedy

    Dealers will replace the engine starter, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 21, 2026. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning March 24, 2026.

    NHTSA campaign 26V056000 ↗87,394 vehicles potentially affected (all models in the campaign)Owners notified Mar 27, 2026Filed by BMW of North America, LLCFiled as X3
  • Dec 11, 2025Steering: linkages: drag: power assist system · Steering: steering control moduleWhile the vehicle is stationary, unexpected steering wheel movement (rotation) may occur.MY 2025–2026

    Defect

    BMW of North America, LLC is recalling certain 2025-2026 X3 vehicles. While the vehicle is stationary, unexpected steering wheel movement (rotation) may occur.

    Risk

    Unintended steering wheel movement while the vehicle is stationary increases the risk of an injury and on the road, a crash.

    Remedy

    The steering system software will be updated, free of charge, either over-the-air (OTA) or by a dealer. Owner notification letters were mailed February 6, 2026. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning February 2, 2026.

    NHTSA campaign 25V857000 ↗36,922 vehicles potentially affected (all models in the campaign)Owners notified Feb 6, 2026Filed by BMW of North America, LLCFiled as X3
  • Sep 23, 2025Electrical system: starter assembly: relayThe engine starter relay may corrode, causing the relay to overheat and short circuit.Park outsideMY 2020–2022

    Defect

    BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019-2021 BMW 330i, 2019-2022 BMW Z4, 2020-2022 BMW 530i, X3, X4, Toyota Supra, 2021-2022 BMW 430i, 430i Convertible, and 2022 BMW 230i vehicles. The engine starter relay may corrode, causing the relay to overheat and short circuit.

    Risk

    A short circuit in the starter relay may increase the risk of a fire.

    Remedy

    Owners are advised to park their vehicles outside and away from structures until the remedy is complete. Dealers will replace the engine starter, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 6, 2026. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov November 14, 2025.

    NHTSA campaign 25V636000 ↗199,674 vehicles potentially affected (all models in the campaign)Owners notified Feb 6, 2026Filed by BMW of North America, LLCFiled as X3
  • Apr 16, 2025Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: discThe front brake discs may have been damaged during transport before they were installed on the vehicle.MY 2025

    Defect

    BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2025 X3 30 xDrive vehicles. The front brake discs may have been damaged during transport before they were installed on the vehicle.

    Risk

    Damaged front brakes may not function properly, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Remedy

    Dealers will replace the front brake discs and brake pads, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed June 6, 2025. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

    NHTSA campaign 25V247000 ↗26 vehicles potentially affected (all models in the campaign)Owners notified Jun 5, 2025Filed by BMW of North America, LLCFiled as X3
  • Apr 1, 2025Electrical system: alternator/generator/regulator · Electrical system: starter assemblyThe electrical connection between the starter-generator and battery may come loose.MY 2025

    Defect

    BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2025 330i, 330i xDrive, 530i, 530i xDrive, 4 Series Coupe (430i, 430i xDrive), 4 Series Convertible (430i, 430i xDrive), 4 Series Gran Coupe (430i, 430i xDrive) and X3 30 xDrive vehicles. The electrical connection between the starter-generator and battery may come loose.

    Risk

    A loose starter-generator connection can result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, the wiring may overheat, increasing the risk of a fire.

    Remedy

    Dealers will inspect and replace the starter-generator and positive battery cable as necessary, free of charge. Interim owner letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed May 28, 2025. Second letters will be sent once the remedy is available. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

    NHTSA campaign 25V202000 ↗4,557 vehicles potentially affected (all models in the campaign)Owners notified Aug 8, 2025Filed by BMW of North America, LLCFiled as X3
  • Mar 12, 2025Electronic stability control (esc) · Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip · Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittingsThe rear brake hoses may leak, causing a loss of rear brake function, and a loss of the Antilock Brake System (ABS) and the Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) system.MY 2025

    Defect

    BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2025 X3 30 xDrive and X3 M50 xDrive vehicles. The rear brake hoses may leak, causing a loss of rear brake function, and a loss of the Antilock Brake System (ABS) and the Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) system.

    Risk

    A loss of rear brake function increases the risk of a crash.

    Remedy

    Dealers will replace the rear brake hoses, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 9, 2025. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 800-525-7417.

    NHTSA campaign 25V154000 ↗192 vehicles potentially affected (all models in the campaign)Owners notified May 9, 2025Filed by BMW of North America, LLCFiled as X3
  • Feb 21, 2025Electrical system: 12v/24v/48v battery: cablesThe connection between the positive battery cable and the starter-generator may have been improperly tightened and overheat.MY 2025

    Defect

    BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2025 X3 30 xDrive vehicles. The connection between the positive battery cable and the starter-generator may have been improperly tightened and overheat.

    Risk

    An overheated battery cable connection can cause an engine stall and increase the risk of a crash. In addition, an overheated battery cable increases the risk of a fire.

    Remedy

    Dealers will inspect and tighten the connection between the positive battery cable and the starter-generator, or replace the positive battery cable and starter-generator if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 5, 2025. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 800-525-7417.

    NHTSA campaign 25V109000 ↗114 vehicles potentially affected (all models in the campaign)Owners notified Jun 5, 2025Filed by BMW of North America, LLCFiled as X3
  • Dec 5, 2024Suspension: front: wheel bearingThe front wheel left-side swivel bearing may crack, causing a loss of vehicle handling and control.MY 2025

    Defect

    BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2025 X3 30 vehicles. The front wheel left-side swivel bearing may crack, causing a loss of vehicle handling and control.

    Risk

    A loss of vehicle handling and control increases the risk of a crash.

    Remedy

    Dealers will replace the front left-side swivel bearing, free of charge. One owner was contacted December 12, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

    NHTSA campaign 24V909000 ↗2 vehicles potentially affected (all models in the campaign)Owners notified Dec 12, 2024Filed by BMW of North America, LLCFiled as X3
  • Nov 12, 2024Air bags: side/window: curtainThe gas generator in the right-side head curtain air bag may have been assembled incorrectly.MY 2025

    Defect

    BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2025 X3 30 xDrive vehicles. The gas generator in the right-side head curtain air bag may have been assembled incorrectly.

    Risk

    An incorrectly assembled air bag can result in delayed activation or improper deployment of the head curtain air bag, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.

    Remedy

    Dealers will inspect and replace the right-side head curtain air bag, if necessary, free of charge. The vehicles have not been sold from dealer inventory and therefore no owner letters will be mailed. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

    NHTSA campaign 24V856000 ↗2 vehicles potentially affected (all models in the campaign)Owners notified Nov 13, 2024Filed by BMW of North America, LLCFiled as X3
  • Oct 17, 2024Air bags: passenger side frontal: cushionThe front passenger air bag fabric may have been damaged during transport between suppliers.MY 2025

    Defect

    BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2025 X3 xDrive30i and X3 M50i vehicles. The front passenger air bag fabric may have been damaged during transport between suppliers.

    Risk

    A damaged air bag may not inflate properly, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.

    Remedy

    Dealers will replace the front passenger air bag, free of charge. None of the affected vehicles have been sold yet and therefore no owner notification letters will be mailed. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

    NHTSA campaign 24V772000 ↗7 vehicles potentially affected (all models in the campaign)Owners notified Oct 31, 2024Filed by BMW of North America, LLCFiled as X3
  • Oct 15, 2024StructureThe attachment for the rear cargo rail may become damaged in a rear crash and result in the cargo rail detaching.MY 2018–2022

    Defect

    BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018-2022 X3 sDrive30i, X3 xDrive30i, X3 M40i, and X3 M vehicles. The attachment for the rear cargo rail may become damaged in a rear crash and result in the cargo rail detaching.

    Risk

    Interior rear cargo rail detachment during a crash can increase the risk of injury.

    Remedy

    Dealers will replace the rear cargo rail attachment bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 12, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Vehicles in this recall were previously remedied for this issue under recall number 24V-534 and will need to have the new repair completed.

    NHTSA campaign 24V764000 ↗8,725 vehicles potentially affected (all models in the campaign)Owners notified Dec 12, 2024Filed by BMW of North America, LLCFiled as X3
  • Aug 13, 2024Electrical system: wiring: connectors/plugs/receptacles · Engine and engine cooling: cooling system: pumpAn improperly sealed electrical connector on the water pump may be exposed to water and short circuit.MY 2017

    Defect

    BMW of North America, LLC. (BMW) is recalling certain 2012-2015 X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i, 2012-2016 Z4 sDrive28i, 528i, 528i xDrive, 328i, 328xi, 2016-2018 X5 xdrive 40e, 2014-2016 228i, 228xi, 428i, 428i xDrive, 328xi Gran Turismo, 2013-2017 X3 sDrive28i, X3 xDrive28i, 2015-2018 X4 xDrive28i, 2015-2016 428xi vehicles. An improperly sealed electrical connector on the water pump may be exposed to water and short circuit.

    Risk

    An electrical short increases the risk of a fire.

    Remedy

    Dealers will inspect and replace the water pump and plug connector as necessary, and install a protective shield, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 28, 2025. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

    NHTSA campaign 24V608000 ↗720,796 vehicles potentially affected (all models in the campaign)Owners notified Mar 28, 2025Filed by BMW of North America, LLCFiled as X3
  • Jul 17, 2024StructureThe attachment for the interior cargo rail may become damaged in a rear crash and result in the cargo rail detaching.MY 2018–2023

    Defect

    BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018-2023 X3 sDrive30i, X3 xDrive30i, X3 M40i, and X3 M vehicles. The attachment for the interior cargo rail may become damaged in a rear crash and result in the cargo rail detaching.

    Risk

    Interior cargo rail detachment during a rear crash can increase the risk of injury.

    Remedy

    Dealers will replace the rear cargo rail attachment bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 2, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

    NHTSA campaign 24V534000 ↗282,387 vehicles potentially affected (all models in the campaign)Owners notified Jan 2, 2025Filed by BMW of North America, LLCFiled as X3
  • Dec 6, 2023Power train: automatic transmission: control module (tcm/pcm/tecm)The weld seam of the integrated transmission control unit's cover may not have been manufactured properly, which could allow automatic transmission oil to leak into the transmission control unit.MY 2023

    Defect

    BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2023 Toyota GR Supra, 3 Series Sedan (330i xDrive, M340i xDrive, M3), 5 Series Sedan (530i, 530i xDrive, M5), 4 Series Gran Coupe (430i, 430i xDrive), 4 Series Coupe (430i, 430i xDrive, M440i xDrive), 4 Series Convertible (430i, 430i xDrive, M440i xDrive), 8 Series Coupe (840i, M850i xDrive, M8), 8 Series Convertible (840i, M850i xDrive, M8), 8 Series Gran Coupe (850i xDrive, M8), X3 SAV (X3 xDrive30i, X3M), X4 SAV (X4 xDrive30i), X5 SAV (X5 xDrive40i, X5 M50i, X5M), X6 SAV (X6 xDrive40i, X6 M50i, X6M), and Z4 sDrive30i, Z4 M40i vehicles. The weld seam of the integrated transmission control unit's cover may not have been manufactured properly, which could allow automatic transmission oil to leak into the transmission control unit.

    Risk

    Transmission oil that leaks into the control unit can lead to a seizure of the transmission gears, causing a sudden loss of drive power and increasing the risk of a crash.

    Remedy

    Dealers will replace the transmission mechatronics module and the automatic transmission fluid, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 26, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

    NHTSA campaign 23V821000 ↗Manufacturer no. Toyota - 23TA14552 vehicles potentially affected (all models in the campaign)Owners notified Jan 26, 2024Filed by BMW of North America, LLCFiled as X3
  • Mar 29, 2023SeatsThe seat frame may not have been welded properly to the seat rails.MY 2020–2021

    Defect

    BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019-2021 330i, 330i xDrive, M340i xDrive, 2020-2021 X3 sDrive30i, X3 xDrive30i, X3 M40i, X3M, 2021 X3 xDrive30e, X4 xDrive30i, and X4M vehicles. The seat frame may not have been welded properly to the seat rails.

    Risk

    An improperly welded seat frame may not properly restrain the occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

    Remedy

    Dealers will replace the seat frame and back rest, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 22, 2023. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

    NHTSA campaign 23V211000 ↗51 vehicles potentially affected (all models in the campaign)Owners notified May 22, 2023Filed by BMW of North America, LLCFiled as X3
  • Jul 20, 2022Fuel system, gasoline: fuel injection system: fuel railThe high-pressure fuel rail may crack and result in a fuel leak within the engine compartment.MY 2022

    Defect

    BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2022 X1 xDrive 28i, X3 xDrive30i, and 228i Gran Coupe vehicles. The high-pressure fuel rail may crack and result in a fuel leak within the engine compartment.

    Risk

    A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.

    Remedy

    Dealers will replace the high-pressure fuel rail, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 19, 2022. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

    NHTSA campaign 22V513000 ↗5 vehicles potentially affected (all models in the campaign)Owners notified Sep 19, 2022Filed by BMW of North America, LLCFiled as X3
  • Feb 9, 2022Power train: automatic transmissionThe mechatronics unit inside the transmission may not have been assembled properly, which could result in an internal leak.MY 2022

    Defect

    BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2022 330i, 530i, X3 xDrive30i, and X4 xDrive30i vehicles. The mechatronics unit inside the transmission may not have been assembled properly, which could result in an internal leak.

    Risk

    An internal transmission leak can result in a vehicle rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

    Remedy

    Dealers will replace the transmission mechatronics unit, free of charge. All of the vehicle population for this recall have been repaired. Owner notification letters were not mailed. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

    NHTSA campaign 22V070000 ↗4 vehicles potentially affected (all models in the campaign)Owners notified Apr 4, 2022Filed by BMW of North America, LLCFiled as X3
  • Nov 19, 2021Fuel system, dieselThe EGR cooler may leak internally, causing coolant to mix with diesel engine soot, which could result in smoldering particles and a melting intake manifold.MY 2017

    Defect

    BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2013-2018 328d, 328d xDrive, 2014-2018 328d Sports Wagon, 328d xDrive Sports Wagon, 2014-2016 535d, 535d xDrive, 2015 740Ld xDrive, 2015-2017 X3 xDrive28d SAV, and 2014-2017 X5 xDrive35d SAV diesel vehicles equipped with an Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) module with an integrated cooler. The EGR cooler may leak internally, causing coolant to mix with diesel engine soot, which could result in smoldering particles and a melting intake manifold.

    Risk

    A melting intake manifold increases the risk of a fire.

    Remedy

    Dealers will replace the EGR cooler and inspect the intake manifold, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. This recall includes all vehicles previously recalled under 18V-755. Vehicles previously recalled under 18V-755 will need to have the new remedy performed for this recall. An interim owner notification letter was mailed on January 18, 2022. The remedy is expected to be available in June 2022. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 6, 2022. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

    NHTSA campaign 21V907000 ↗50,404 vehicles potentially affected (all models in the campaign)Owners notified Jul 6, 2022Filed by BMW of North America, LLCFiled as X3
  • Aug 2, 2021EngineDuring engine start, the engine management software may cause loss of braking assist. Full mechanical braking (without assist) remains available.MY 2020

    Defect

    BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020 M340i, M340i xDrive, 540i, 540i xDrive, X3 M40i, 2020-2021 X4 M40i, 745Le xDrive, 2019-2021 Z4 M40i, and 2020-2021 Toyota Supra vehicles. During engine start, the engine management software may cause loss of braking assist. Full mechanical braking (without assist) remains available.

    Risk

    Loss of braking assist can increase the risk of a crash.

    Remedy

    Dealers will update the engine management software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 17, 2021. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

    NHTSA campaign 21V598000 ↗50,024 vehicles potentially affected (all models in the campaign)Owners notified Sep 17, 2021Filed by BMW of North America, LLCFiled as X3
  • Jul 29, 2021Fuel system, diesel: delivery: fuel pumpThe high-pressure fuel pump may fail.MY 2017

    Defect

    BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2014-2018 328d, 328d xDrive, X5 xDrive35d, 2014-2016 535d, 535d xDrive, 2015 740Ld xDrive, and 2015-2017 X3 xDrive28d vehicles. The high-pressure fuel pump may fail.

    Risk

    Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Remedy

    Dealers will replace the high-pressure fuel pump, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on January 14, 2022. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

    NHTSA campaign 21V586000 ↗11,216 vehicles potentially affected (all models in the campaign)Owners notified Jan 14, 2022Filed by BMW of North America, LLCFiled as X3
  • Jul 8, 2021Air bags: frontal · Air bags: sensor: occupant classification: front passengerThe front passenger seat occupant classification system may have been improperly assembled, which could result in the misclassification of the seat as unoccupied, and deactivate the front air bag.MY 2018–2019

    Defect

    BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018-2019 X3 sDrive30i, X3 xDrive30i, X3 M40i and 2019 X4 xDrive30i, and X4 M40i vehicles. The front passenger seat occupant classification system may have been improperly assembled, which could result in the misclassification of the seat as unoccupied, and deactivate the front air bag.

    Risk

    A deactivated front air bag will not deploy in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

    Remedy

    Dealers will replace the seat foam, which includes the occupant classification system, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 3, 2021. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

    NHTSA campaign 21V521000 ↗138 vehicles potentially affected (all models in the campaign)Owners notified Sep 3, 2021Filed by BMW of North America, LLCFiled as X3
  • Mar 24, 2021Fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assemblyThe inlet check valve weld may fail, allowing the filling pipe to separate from the fuel tank.MY 2021

    Defect

    BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2021 X3 sDrive30i, X3 xDrive30i, X3 M40i, X3M, and X4, and 2021 X4 xDrive30i vehicles. The inlet check valve weld may fail, allowing the filling pipe to separate from the fuel tank.

    Risk

    Fuel may leak through the failed weld, increasing the risk of a fire.

    Remedy

    BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel tank, free of charge. The recall is scheduled to begin May 17, 2021. Owners were also contacted by telephone. To date, all repairs have been done. No further owner notification letters will be sent. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

    NHTSA campaign 21V199000 ↗17 vehicles potentially affected (all models in the campaign)Owners notified May 10, 2021Filed by BMW of North America, LLCFiled as X3
  • Feb 19, 2021Back over prevention: sensing system: camera · Back over prevention: softwareWhen shifting into Reverse, a small portion of the rearview image may be obscured, or the screen may not illuminate. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."MY 2019–2021

    Defect

    BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019-2021 X3 sDrive30i, X3 xDrive30i, X3 M40i, X3M, X4 xDrive30i, X4 M40i, M550i, X4M, X5 sDrive40i, X5 xDrive40i, X5 xDrive50i, X5M, X5 M50i, X7 xDrive40i, X7 xDrive50i, X7 M50i, Alpina XB7, 330i, 330i xDrive, M340i, M340i xDrive, and 8 Series Coupe, Convertible and Grand Coupe, 840i, 840i xDrive, M850i xDrive, M8, 2020-2021 530e, 530e xDrive, 330e, 330e xDrive, 745Le, 745Le xDrive, X5 xDrive45e, X3 xDrive30e, X6 sDrive40i, X6 xDrive40i, X6 xDrive50i, X6 M50i, X6M, 530i, 530i xDrive, 540i, 540i xDrive, M550i xDrive, M5, 740i, 740Li, 740Li xDrive, M760i Drive, M760Li xDrive, 750Li xDrive Alpina, Alpina B7 xDrive, and 2021 4 Series Coupe 430i, 430i xDrive, M440i xDrive vehicles. When shifting into Reverse, a small portion of the rearview image may be obscured, or the screen may not illuminate. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."

    Risk

    If the driver relies on only the rearview camera image, the missing or reduced rearview image view can increase the risk of a crash or injury.

    Remedy

    BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rearview camera software and update it if necessary, free of charge. The recall began April 16, 2021. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

    NHTSA campaign 21V096000 ↗13,858 vehicles potentially affected (all models in the campaign)Owners notified Apr 16, 2021Filed by BMW of North America, LLCFiled as X3
  • Sep 30, 2020Electrical system: propulsion system: traction batteryDebris may have entered one or more of the hybrid battery cells during their production.MY 2020–2021

    Defect

    BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020-2021 530e, 530e xDrive, 530e iPerformance and X3 xDrive30e and MINI Cooper Countryman All4 SE, 2020 BMW i8, and 2021 330e, 330e xDrive, 745Le xDrive and X5 xDrive45e vehicles. Debris may have entered one or more of the hybrid battery cells during their production.

    Risk

    The debris could result in a short-circuit, increasing the risk of fire or injury.

    Remedy

    BMW will inspect and, if necessary, replace the battery module free of charge. The remedy is currently being developed. Until the remedy is completed, drivers are instructed to not charge their vehicles. Drivers are instructed to not drive in manual mode, sport mode, and to not use the shift paddles. Owners were notified of the safety risk October 23, 2020. The recall began November 24, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

    NHTSA campaign 20V601000 ↗4,509 vehicles potentially affected (all models in the campaign)Owners notified Nov 24, 2020Filed by BMW of North America, LLCFiled as X3
  • Sep 30, 2020Back over prevention: sensing system: cameraA small portion of the rearview image may be slightly obscured. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."MY 2020–2021

    Defect

    BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020-2021 X3 sDrive 30i, X3 xDrive 30i, X3M 40i, X3 xDrive 30e, X4 xDrive 30i, X4M 40i, 530i, 540i, 540i xDrive, M550i xDrive, M5, 550e, 550e xDrive, and 550e iPerformance vehicles. A small portion of the rearview image may be slightly obscured. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

    Risk

    If the driver relies on only the rearview camera image, the reduced rearview image view can increase the risk of a crash or injury.

    Remedy

    BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, program the rearview camera with updated software. The recall began November 18, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

    NHTSA campaign 20V598000 ↗312 vehicles potentially affected (all models in the campaign)Owners notified Nov 18, 2020Filed by BMW of North America, LLCFiled as X3
  • Aug 18, 2020Electrical system: 12v/24v/48v battery · Electrical system: propulsion system: traction batteryLoose welding beads may form a conductive path between the hybrid battery cells which could lead to a short-circuit.MY 2020–2021

    Defect

    BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2021 330e and X5 xDrive45e, 2020-2021 X3 xDrive30e, and 2020 MINI Countryman SE ALL4 vehicles. Loose welding beads may form a conductive path between the hybrid battery cells which could lead to a short-circuit.

    Risk

    A short-circuited hybrid battery may increase the risk of a fire.

    Remedy

    BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the battery modules, free of charge. BMW issued owners an interim notification on October 16, 2020. Although potentially affected BMW owners received interim owner notification letters, all potentially affected BMW owner vehicles have been remedied; therefore, BMW Final owner notification letters will not be necessary. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

    NHTSA campaign 20V490000 ↗713 vehicles potentially affected (all models in the campaign)Owners notified Oct 12, 2020Filed by BMW of North America, LLCFiled as X3
  • Jul 29, 2020Back over prevention: sensing system: camera · Electrical system: softwareThese vehicles were not programmed with rearview camera software during assembly, therefore, when the transmission is shifted to reverse, a rearview image is not displayed. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rearview Mirrors."MY 2020

    Defect

    BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020 X3 sDrive40i, X3 xDrive40i and X3M40i vehicles. These vehicles were not programmed with rearview camera software during assembly, therefore, when the transmission is shifted to reverse, a rearview image is not displayed. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rearview Mirrors."

    Risk

    An inoperative rearview camera display can increase the risk of a crash when reversing.

    Remedy

    BMW will notify owners, and dealers will program the affected vehicles with rearview camera software, free of charge. The recall began August 14, 2020. All vehicles have been remedied as of November 9, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

    NHTSA campaign 20V443000 ↗5 vehicles potentially affected (all models in the campaign)Owners notified Aug 14, 2020Filed by BMW of North America, LLCFiled as X3
  • Jun 15, 2020Steering: linkages: tie rod assemblyIn certain driving conditions, such as high temperatures and rough road surfaces, a steering gear tie rod may become damaged, possibly resulting in a fractured tie rod.MY 2020

    Defect

    BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019 Z4 sDrive30i, 2019-2020 330i xDrive, M340i and M340i xDrive, 2020 X3M and X4M, and Toyota Supra vehicles. In certain driving conditions, such as high temperatures and rough road surfaces, a steering gear tie rod may become damaged, possibly resulting in a fractured tie rod.

    Risk

    A damaged or fractured tie rod may affect vehicle handling and control, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Remedy

    BMW and Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering gear tie rods, free of charge. The recall began August 14, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371.

    NHTSA campaign 20V355000 ↗Manufacturer no. Toyota: 20TA092,779 vehicles potentially affected (all models in the campaign)Owners notified Aug 14, 2020Filed by BMW of North America, LLCFiled as X3
  • Mar 19, 2020Air bags · Seat belts: front: buckle assembly · Seat belts: front: warning light/devices · Seat belts: pretensionerThe sensors in the front seat belt buckles may inaccurately detect a belted occupant as unbelted, possibly causing the air bag and seat belt pretensioners to deploy improperly in the event of a crash.MY 2020

    Defect

    BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020 X3 xDrive30e, X4 xDrive30i, X4 M40i, X4M, 330i, 330i xDrive, M340i, 840i Gran Coupe, 840i xDrive Gran Coupe, M850i xDrive Gran Coupe, M8 Gran Coupe, X3 sDrive30i, X3 xDrive30i, X3 M40i, X3M, and 840i xDrive Convertible vehicles. The sensors in the front seat belt buckles may inaccurately detect a belted occupant as unbelted, possibly causing the air bag and seat belt pretensioners to deploy improperly in the event of a crash.

    Risk

    If the air bag and/or seat belt pretensioners deploy improperly in the event of a crash, there is an increased risk of injury to the driver and front passenger.

    Remedy

    BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the front seat belt buckles, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began May 18, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

    NHTSA campaign 20V164000 ↗3,316 vehicles potentially affected (all models in the campaign)Owners notified May 18, 2020Filed by BMW of North America, LLCFiled as X3
  • Mar 18, 2020Air bags: frontal: passenger side: inflator module · Electrical system: instrument cluster/panelThe instrument panel casing may not have been tightened properly to the passenger air bag.MY 2018–2020

    Defect

    BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019-2020 X4 xDrive30i and X4 M40i, and 2018-2020 X3 sDrive30i, X3 xDrive30i, X3 M40i, and X3M vehicles. The instrument panel casing may not have been tightened properly to the passenger air bag.

    Risk

    In the event of a crash necessitating air bag deployment, the air bag could damage the instrument panel and cause small pieces of the panel to strike the driver or other occupants, increasing the risk of injury.

    Remedy

    BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the instrument panel casing, free of charge. The recall began May 15, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

    NHTSA campaign 20V152000 ↗15 vehicles potentially affected (all models in the campaign)Owners notified May 15, 2020Filed by BMW of North America, LLCFiled as X3
  • Oct 16, 2019Steering: rack and pinion: pinion shaftThe steering rack pinion teeth may break under load, resulting in a loss of steering control.MY 2020

    Defect

    BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020 BMW X3 M40i and X4 M40i vehicles. The steering rack pinion teeth may break under load, resulting in a loss of steering control.

    Risk

    A loss of steering control increases risk of a crash.

    Remedy

    BMW has notified owners, and dealers will replace the steering gear, free of charge. The recall began October 9, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

    NHTSA campaign 19V738000 ↗20 vehicles potentially affected (all models in the campaign)Owners notified Oct 9, 2019Filed by BMW of North America, LLCFiled as X3
  • Sep 27, 2019Back over prevention: sensing system: cameraThe back-up camera and display settings can be adjusted such that the rear view image is no longer visible and the system will retain that setting the next time the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rearview Mirrors."MY 2018–2020

    Defect

    BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018 540d, 2018-2020 530i, 530i xDrive, 540i, 540i xDrive, M550i xDrive, M5, 530e, 530e xDrive, X3 sDrive, X3 xDrive, X3 M40i, X3 M, and 2019-2020 X4 xDrive, X4 M40i, X4 M, X7 xDrive, X7 M50i, 740Li, 740Li xDrive, 750Li, 750Li xDrive, 8 Series Convertible and Coupe 840i, 840i xDrive, M850i xDrive, X5 sDrive, X5 xDrive, X5 M50i, X6 xDrive, X6 M50i, 330i, 330i xDrive, M340i, M340i xDrive, Z4 sDrive, Z4 M40i, 740Le xDrive and 745Le xDrive, 2018-2019 640i xDrive Gran Turismo and Rolls-Royce Phantom, 2019 M850i xDrive Gran Coupe and Rolls-Royce Cullinan and 2020 Toyota Supra vehicles. The back-up camera and display settings can be adjusted such that the rear view image is no longer visible and the system will retain that setting the next time the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rearview Mirrors."

    Risk

    The lack of an image in the back-up camera display increases the risk of a crash.

    Remedy

    BMW will notify owners, and dealers will update the back-up camera software, free of charge. The recall began November 8, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or Rolls-Royce at 1-877-877-3735. Toyota owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371.

    NHTSA campaign 19V684000 ↗257,473 vehicles potentially affected (all models in the campaign)Owners notified Nov 8, 2019Filed by BMW of North America, LLCFiled as X3
  • Sep 25, 2019Steering · Suspension: frontThe front axle swivel bearings may not have been properly heat treated during manufacturing, reducing their strength and possibly causing them to break.Do not driveMY 2020

    Defect

    BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020 X3 sDrive30i, X3 xDrive30i, and X3 M40i vehicles, X4 xDrive30i, and X4 M40i vehicles. The front axle swivel bearings may not have been properly heat treated during manufacturing, reducing their strength and possibly causing them to break.

    Risk

    Broken swivel bearings can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Remedy

    BMW has notified owners and instructed them to not drive their vehicles. Dealers will replace the front axle swivel bearings, free of charge. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

    NHTSA campaign 19V678000 ↗368 vehicles potentially affected (all models in the campaign)Owners notified Sep 19, 2019Filed by BMW of North America, LLCFiled as X3
  • Jul 31, 2019SeatsThe front seatback frames may have been improperly welded, allowing the seatback to unexpectedly fold forward or rearward.MY 2018–2019

    Defect

    BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018-2019 X3 sDrive30i, xDrive30i and M40i and 2019 X4 xDrive30i and M40i vehicles. The front seatback frames may have been improperly welded, allowing the seatback to unexpectedly fold forward or rearward.

    Risk

    In the event of a crash, there is an increased risk of injury if the seatback folds forward or rearward.

    Remedy

    BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front seats, free of charge. The recall began September 27, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service 1-800-525-7417.

    NHTSA campaign 19V563000 ↗20 vehicles potentially affected (all models in the campaign)Owners notified Sep 27, 2019Filed by BMW of North America, LLCFiled as X3
  • Apr 10, 2019Air bags: frontal: passenger side: inflator module · Electrical system: instrument cluster/panelThe instrument panel assembly may have been improperly manufactured, possibly affecting the deployment of the passenger's frontal air bag.MY 2019

    Defect

    BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019 X3 sDrive30i, X3 xDrive30i, X3 M40i, and X4 M40i vehicles. The instrument panel assembly may have been improperly manufactured, possibly affecting the deployment of the passenger's frontal air bag.

    Risk

    If the front passenger air bag does not deploy properly in the event of a crash, the occupant has an increased risk of injury.

    Remedy

    BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the instrument panel assembly, free of charge. The recall began June 3, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

    NHTSA campaign 19V291000 ↗50 vehicles potentially affected (all models in the campaign)Owners notified Jun 3, 2019Filed by BMW of North America, LLCFiled as X3
  • Oct 25, 2018Engine and engine cooling: exhaust system: emission control: gas recirculation valve (egr valve)If the EGR cooler leaks internally, the coolant can mix with diesel engine soot. The high EGR temperatures may result in these particles possibly smoldering and melting the intake manifold.MY 2017

    Defect

    BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2013-2018 BMW 328d and 328d xDrive, 2014-2018 328d Sports Wagon and 328d xDrive Sports Wagon, 2014-2016 535d and 535d xDrive, 2015 740Ld xDrive, 2015-2017 X3 xDrive28d SAV and 2014-2017 X5 xDrive35d SAV vehicles equipped with an Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) module with an integrated cooler. If the EGR cooler leaks internally, the coolant can mix with diesel engine soot. The high EGR temperatures may result in these particles possibly smoldering and melting the intake manifold.

    Risk

    The melting intake manifold can increase the risk of a fire.

    Remedy

    BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the EGR cooler as necessary. If a leak has already occurred, the engine intake manifold will also be replaced. These repairs will be made free of charge. The recall began May 13, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

    NHTSA campaign 18V755000 ↗44,368 vehicles potentially affected (all models in the campaign)Owners notified May 13, 2019Filed by BMW of North America, LLCFiled as X3
  • Jul 6, 2018Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: disc: caliperThe rear brake caliper pistons on these vehicles may have an insufficient coating, potentially reducing rear brake performance.MY 2018–2019

    Defect

    BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018-2019 BMW X3 sDrive30i, X3 xDrive30i, X3 M40i and certain 2019 X4 xDrive30i and X4 M40i vehicles. The rear brake caliper pistons on these vehicles may have an insufficient coating, potentially reducing rear brake performance.

    Risk

    A reduction of braking performance can increase the risk of a crash.

    Remedy

    BMW will notify owners, and dealers will bleed the rear brake circuit, free of charge. The recall began August 31, 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

    NHTSA campaign 18V453000 ↗5,594 vehicles potentially affected (all models in the campaign)Owners notified Aug 31, 2018Filed by BMW of North America, LLCFiled as X3
  • Jun 21, 2018Exterior lighting: turn signalThe rear turn signals on the outboard side panel will illuminate red, while the inboard turn signals simultaneously illuminate amber. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."MY 2018

    Defect

    BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018 BMW X3 xDrive30i and X3 M40i vehicles. The rear turn signals on the outboard side panel will illuminate red, while the inboard turn signals simultaneously illuminate amber. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

    Risk

    Turn signals that flash multiple colors may confuse other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Remedy

    BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear turn signal lights, and replace if necessary, free of charge. The recall began August 20, 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

    NHTSA campaign 18V431000 ↗5 vehicles potentially affected (all models in the campaign)Owners notified Aug 20, 2018Filed by BMW of North America, LLCFiled as X3
  • Jun 6, 2018Lane departure: lane keep: steering assistThe steering wheel may be incompatible with the lane keeping assistant function and may not detect if the driver's hands are off the wheel.MY 2018–2019

    Defect

    BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018-2019 BMW X3 xDrive30i, X3 sDrive30i, and X3 M40i vehicles equipped with the "Active Lane Keeping Assistant" option. The steering wheel may be incompatible with the lane keeping assistant function and may not detect if the driver's hands are off the wheel.

    Risk

    If the sensors do not properly detect the driver's hands are off the wheel, the driver may not be alerted by one or more warning signals, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Remedy

    BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the steering wheel, replacing it if necessary, free of charge. The recall began on July 19, 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

    NHTSA campaign 18V374000 ↗51 vehicles potentially affected (all models in the campaign)Owners notified Jul 19, 2018Filed by BMW of North America, LLCFiled as X3
  • Mar 7, 2018Structure: bodyThe rear spoiler may not have been properly attached during assembly, or may be missing screws, possibly causing the spoiler to detach while driving.MY 2018

    Defect

    BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018 BMW X3 xDrive30i and X3 M40i vehicles. The rear spoiler may not have been properly attached during assembly, or may be missing screws, possibly causing the spoiler to detach while driving.

    Risk

    If the spoiler detaches while driving, it can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Remedy

    BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the spoiler, correcting its attachment as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin May 1, 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

    NHTSA campaign 18V154000 ↗17,008 vehicles potentially affected (all models in the campaign)Owners notified Apr 27, 2018Filed by BMW of North America, LLCFiled as X3
  • Nov 15, 2017Electrical system: instrument cluster/panelThese vehicles may have an error in the software for the instrument panel, causing the display to not properly illuminate. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 101, "Control and Displays."MY 2018

    Defect

    BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018 230i, 230i xDrive, M240i, M240i xDrive, M2, and X3 xDrive 30i SAV vehicles. These vehicles may have an error in the software for the instrument panel, causing the display to not properly illuminate. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 101, "Control and Displays."

    Risk

    If the display does not illuminate during start up or does not illuminate various control and warning symbols while driving, it can increase the risk of a crash.

    Remedy

    BMW will notify owners, and dealers will update the instrument cluster display software, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin January 8, 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

    NHTSA campaign 17V719000 ↗3,188 vehicles potentially affected (all models in the campaign)Owners notified Jan 12, 2018Filed by BMW of North America, LLCFiled as X3
  • Oct 3, 2016Steering: electric power assist systemBMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling one model year 2017 BMW X3 xDrive 28i vehicle manufactured on June 7, 2016. This vehicle has electronic power steering (EPS), and the contact pins on the EPS control unit may not have been welded properly resulting in increased resistance.MY 2017

    Defect

    BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling one model year 2017 BMW X3 xDrive 28i vehicle manufactured on June 7, 2016. This vehicle has electronic power steering (EPS), and the contact pins on the EPS control unit may not have been welded properly resulting in increased resistance.

    Risk

    An increase in pin contact resistance can increase the risk of a fire, even while the vehicle is parked and ignition is off.

    Remedy

    The vehicle was repaired at the dealership before sale. Therefore, an owner notification notice will not be issued for this campaign. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

    NHTSA campaign 16V704000 ↗103 vehicles potentially affected (all models in the campaign)Owners notified Oct 11, 2016Filed by BMW of North America, LLCFiled as X3
  • May 23, 2016Child seat: latch strapThe affected vehicles have lower anchor bars for securing child restraint seats that may become damaged when using the European-ISOFIX-type, rigid-style connector, child restraint system.MY 2017

    Defect

    BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2011-2017, X3 sDrive28i, X3 xDrive28i and X3 xDrive35i, vehicles manufactured July 2, 2010 to April 14, 2016, 2015-2017 X3 xDrive28d vehicles manufactured March 10, 2014 to March 31, 2016, and 2015-2017 x4 xDrive28i, X4 xDrive35i and X4 xDriveM40i vehicles manufactured March3, 2014 to April 15, 2016. The affected vehicles have lower anchor bars for securing child restraint seats that may become damaged when using the European-ISOFIX-type, rigid-style connector, child restraint system.

    Risk

    Damaged lower anchor bars may increase the child's risk of injury in the event of a crash.

    Remedy

    BMW will notify owners, and dealers will weld a reinforcing bracket to the lower anchor bars and the vehicle body, free of charge. The recall began on July 13, 2016. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

    NHTSA campaign 16V333000 ↗188,668 vehicles potentially affected (all models in the campaign)Owners notified Jul 13, 2016Filed by BMW of North America, LLCFiled as X3

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation recall database, model years 2017–2026. Recalls are listed by model year as the manufacturer filed them; whether a specific car is affected depends on its VIN — check a VIN at nhtsa.gov ↗. NHTSA model names matched to this page: X3.

Detailed scoring by subject

1Performance & PowertrainGrades below the middle of the scale.1.38D
Horsepower
248 hp (xDrive30i 2.0L turbo I4); 382 hp M40i, up to 503 hp X3 M Competition
25/100
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The volume xDrive30i uses BMW's B48 2.0L TwinPower turbo four rated at 248 hp @ 5,200 rpm, unchanged for 2024 — a modest figure that sits below the compact-luxury-SUV midpoint and is the main drag on this category.

Torque
258 lb-ft from 1,450 rpm (xDrive30i); 369 lb-ft M40i
35/100
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258 lb-ft arriving from about 1,450 rpm gives the xDrive30i strong low-end tractability even though the peak number is unremarkable for the segment.

0–60 mph time
6.2 s (instrumented, xDrive30i; BMW claims 6.0 s) — 3.9 s for X3 M Competition
55/100
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Car and Driver measured 6.2 seconds to 60 mph for the xDrive30i against a BMW claim of about 6.0 — quick enough for any real-world situation but slower than a Macan S or Audi Q5 45.

Powertrain refinement72
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The B48 four is smooth and quiet at cruise with torque available just off idle, but it gives up audible refinement to the M40i's inline-six and shows mild turbo lag from a standstill plus a coarse note when pushed toward redline.

Transmission behavior88
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The ZF-sourced 8-speed Steptronic remains the benchmark automatic in this class — decisive, well-timed, imperceptible in traffic, and genuinely responsive to the paddles without hunting between ratios.

Max towing capacity
4,400 lbs with the factory trailer hitch (all 2024 X3 trims)
49/100
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Properly equipped with BMW's towing hitch the 2024 X3 is rated at 4,400 lbs — mid-pack for a compact luxury crossover and enough for a small boat or a pair of jet skis, but the hitch is an option rather than standard.

AWD/4WD availability72
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xDrive all-wheel drive is standard on the xDrive30i, M40i and X3 M — three of the four trim families — and is a rear-biased, electronically controlled system with Performance Control brake-based torque vectoring; only the entry sDrive30i is rear-drive, and there is no low range or terrain-mode set.

Off-road capability28
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The X3 is a pavement crossover: roughly 8.0 inches of ground clearance, no low range, no locking differentials, no skid plating, no dedicated off-road trim and street-oriented tires on 19–21 inch wheels. xDrive handles a wet trailhead road and snow well, and nothing beyond that.

Powertrain lineup breadth52
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2024 offers three distinct gas engines — the 248 hp 2.0L four in rear- or all-wheel drive, the 382 hp 3.0L inline-six with 48-volt mild hybrid in the M40i, and the 473/503 hp S58 in X3 M and M Competition — but no electrified option a buyer can plug in: the xDrive30e PHEV left the US lineup after 2021 and the G45's 30e does not return for America.

2Efficiency & RangeThe X3's lowest-graded category.0.58F
Combined fuel economy
24 MPG combined (xDrive30i); 25 MPG sDrive30i, 23 MPG M40i, 17 MPG X3 M
47/100
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EPA rates the 2024 xDrive30i at 24 MPG combined — respectable for an all-wheel-drive luxury crossover with no hybrid assistance, and unchanged from the preceding year of the G01 generation.

City fuel economy
21 MPG city (xDrive30i); 23 MPG sDrive30i
44/100
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21 MPG in town is average for the class; without a hybrid system the X3 relies solely on auto stop/start, so stop-and-go driving costs it noticeably more than the electrified rivals now appearing in the segment.

Highway fuel economy
28 MPG highway (xDrive30i); 29 MPG sDrive30i
50/100
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28 MPG on the highway is the X3's strongest efficiency figure — the tall 8th gear and modest four-cylinder displacement make it an economical long-distance cruiser relative to six-cylinder rivals.

Driving range
~413 mi (17.2 gal tank × 24 MPG combined); ~482 mi at the 28 MPG highway rating
42/100
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A 17.2-gallon tank at the EPA combined 24 MPG gives roughly 413 miles between fills, and close to 480 miles at a steady highway pace — adequate but short of the 500-mile-plus cruisers in the wider SUV field.

Estimated annual fuel cost
$3,150/yr (EPA, 15,000 mi/yr, premium gasoline)
19/100
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EPA puts annual fuel spend at $3,150 — high for the mileage the X3 returns, because the premium-fuel requirement adds roughly 50–70 cents per gallon over regular and wipes out much of the four-cylinder's economy advantage.

Fuel requirements30
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Every 2024 X3 requires premium unleaded — the EPA classifies the fuel type as Premium across all five variants — so there is no cheaper-fuel trim to step down to and the running-cost penalty applies to the whole lineup.

3SafetyOne of the X3's strongest categories.3.14B
NHTSA overall rating
5 stars overall (5 frontal, 5 side, 4 rollover)
100/100
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NHTSA tested the 2024 X3 in both SUV AWD and SUV RWD configurations and awarded five stars overall, with five stars in every frontal, side-barrier and side-pole measure; only rollover falls short at four stars (17.1% calculated risk, no tip in the dynamic test).

IIHS awards & crashworthiness88
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The 2024 X3 is a full IIHS Top Safety Pick+ — the only 2024-model-year BMW to earn the top tier — with Good in every crashworthiness test the institute runs, including the updated moderate overlap front test that grades rear-passenger protection and the updated side test that has knocked most of this segment down a tier. A single Acceptable pelvis sub-measure in the side test and a Marginal seat belt reminder rating are the only blemishes on an otherwise clean sheet.

Standard ADAS suite breadth55
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Standard Active Driving Assistant covers Frontal Collision Warning with City Collision Mitigation and pedestrian detection, Active Blind Spot Detection, Lane Departure Warning, Speed Limit Info and front/rear parking sensors — but adaptive cruise control is not standard on ANY 2024 X3 trim, including the $75,500 X3 M, and neither is lane departure prevention or rear automatic braking. Active Cruise Control with Stop & Go, active lane keeping and the extended traffic-jam features all sit behind the $1,700 Driving Assistance Professional Package, which is a conspicuous gap on a $47k luxury SUV in 2024 when mainstream rivals ship ACC standard.

Automatic emergency braking performance88
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IIHS rates the X3's standard pedestrian front crash prevention Good — the top grade under the current protocol — and the test detail is close to flawless: the vehicle avoided a collision outright in the crossing-child day tests at 12 and 25 mph and in the crossing-adult and parallel-adult night tests on both high and low beams, missing a clean sweep only in the 37 mph parallel-adult run. That includes nighttime pedestrian detection, which is where most of this segment loses points. The system has not been run through the newer vehicle-to-vehicle protocol.

Blind-spot & cross-traffic coverage68
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Active Blind Spot Detection is standard on every 2024 X3 and warns through both the mirror and a steering-wheel vibration, which is better coverage than several luxury rivals offer at base price. It stays alert-only, though: rear cross-traffic coverage arrives with the Parking Assistance content rather than the base car, front cross-traffic alert is part of the $1,700 Driving Assistance Professional Package, and rear automatic braking is an extra-cost option rather than an included intervention.

Lane keeping & centering62
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Lane Departure Warning is standard but it only warns — IIHS records lane departure prevention as optional, so the base 2024 X3 will not steer itself back. Active Lane Keeping Assistant with side collision avoidance and the lane-centering Traffic Jam Assistant require the $1,700 Driving Assistance Professional Package; so equipped the centering is smooth and well calibrated by segment standards, but a buyer who skips the box gets no active lane assistance at all.

Adaptive cruise & highway assist72
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Active Cruise Control with Stop & Go is a genuine full-speed-range system that brings the X3 to a halt in traffic and resumes on its own, and BMW's calibration — smooth closing rates, confident gap-keeping — is among the better ones in the compact luxury class. What holds this back is that it is optional on every single trim: there is no 2024 X3 you can buy with adaptive cruise as delivered, and the highway-assist layer above it is capped at the low-speed traffic-jam functions rather than a true highway pilot.

Hands-free driving availability52
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The 2024 X3 does offer real hands-free driving — Extended Traffic Jam Assistant, in the Driving Assistance Professional Package, lets the driver release the wheel below roughly 40 mph on mapped divided highways while a driver-attention camera confirms eyes on the road. But it is a congestion aid, not a highway pilot: BMW's 85-mph Highway Assistant was reserved for the 5 Series, 7 Series/i7 and iX in 2024 and never reached the outgoing G01 X3, so open-road cruising is hands-on.

Headlight performance90
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IIHS rates the X3's headlights Good, and there is only one variant to rate — LED projector low and high beams with curve-adaptive aiming and high-beam assist, fitted to every trim, which is what let the X3 clear the 2024 Top Safety Pick+ requirement that acceptable-or-better lighting be standard across the range. No trim-dependent downgrade, which is the usual failing in this class.

Outward visibility76
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The G01's upright greenhouse, tall roof and slim front pillars give a genuinely good all-round view, helped by short rear headrests that keep the mirror view clear and large door mirrors; standard front and rear parking sensors, a rearview camera and standard blind-spot detection cover the rest. It sits below the top band only because the surround-view camera that would fully compensate for the thicker rear pillars is an extra-cost Parking Assistance item.

Child-seat (LATCH) usability42
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IIHS rates the X3's child-seat anchors Marginal, and the reasons are structural rather than nitpicks: only two of the three rear positions have complete LATCH hardware, and in both of those the lower anchors are buried too deep in the seat bight and are hard to maneuver around. Tether anchors are the one bright spot — easy to find in all three positions and reachable with the seatback properly upright. The rear cabin itself is a usable size for two seats, but the hardware makes installation a chore.

4Space & ComfortOne of the X3's weakest categories.1.20D
Seating capacity
5 seats (2+3), no third row offered on any trim
25/100
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Every 2024 X3 is a strict two-row five-seater — BMW has never offered a third row in the G01, and buyers who need seven seats are pushed up to the X5 or X7.

Front headroom
40.7 in front headroom (41.1 in without the panoramic moonroof)
74/100
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40.7 inches is generous for a compact crossover and reflects the G01's upright, boxy greenhouse; a reviewer measured comfortable clearance for a 6-foot-5 occupant.

Front legroom
40.3 in front legroom
7/100
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40.3 inches sits at the very bottom of the SUV normalization band — the X3's front row is adequate for most drivers but does not offer the stretch-out room a RAV4 or CX-5 gives, and the number is unchanged across the G01's run.

Rear headroom
39.1 in second-row headroom
78/100
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39.1 inches in the second row is near the top of the SUV band — the flat roofline over the rear bench is one of the G01's genuine packaging wins over the swoopier X4 and Evoque.

Rear legroom
36.4 in second-row legroom
53/100
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36.4 inches on a 112.8-inch wheelbase is mid-pack: two adults sit comfortably behind a tall driver, but the X3 gives up several inches to the roomiest mainstream compact SUVs and offers no sliding rear bench.

Third-row usability20
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There is no third row. The X3 is a dedicated two-row crossover in every 2024 trim, so this criterion scores in the bottom band by definition rather than by execution.

Cargo/trunk volume
28.7 cu ft behind the second row
7/100
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28.7 cubic feet is competitive within compact luxury SUVs — larger than a Q5 or GLC — but it sits at the low end of the all-SUV band that runs up to full-size three-row haulers, so it scores poorly on an absolute scale.

Max cargo volume
62.7 cu ft with the 40/20/40 rear seats folded
17/100
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62.7 cubic feet with the rear bench down is class-typical for a compact crossover, though the seatbacks do not fold genuinely flat, which costs usable volume when loading long boxes.

In-cabin storage & clever solutions58
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Competent rather than clever: a covered center console with two cupholders, usable door bins, an underfloor bin beneath the cargo load floor, a 40/20/40 split rear bench with remote releases in the cargo bay, and three 12-volt outlets — but no onboard AC power, no frunk, and no signature storage trick.

Seat comfort78
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The standard SensaTec sport seats are widely praised: shapely, well bolstered for cornering yet comfortable over hours, with 12-way power adjustment and adjustable lumbar; the rear bench is supportive too, though ventilated fronts and heated rears both cost extra.

Ride quality72
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Firm but absorbent and unusually well controlled — minimal pitch and roll, with Comfort mode taking the edge off bumps — yet run-flat tires on 19- to 21-inch wheels keep a jiggle over broken pavement that the plusher GLC and XC60 largely suppress.

Cabin quietness78
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Quiet for the class at highway speed — very little wind intrusion and muted tire roar — with the caveats that the four-cylinder gets vocal when pushed and the panoramic roof's deflector generates noise with the windows cracked above about 40 mph.

Climate & comfort features58
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Three-zone automatic climate control with rear vents is standard and remote pre-conditioning runs through the My BMW app, but the comfort equipment buyers actually want — heated front seats, heated steering wheel and the panoramic moonroof — lives in the $2,650 Premium Package, with ventilated fronts, heated rear seats and rear sunshades further up in the Executive Package.

5Cost of OwnershipOne of the X3's weakest categories.0.99F
Base MSRP
$47,895 delivered (sDrive30i RWD, $46,900 + $995 destination)
43/100
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2024 is the seventh and final model year of the G01 X3 and a carry-over year after the 2022 LCI, so pricing moved only marginally: the rear-drive sDrive30i opens the US ladder at $46,900 before BMW's $995 destination charge. That lands mid-band for the SUV normalization range but is a full luxury premium over mainstream compact SUVs.

Volume-Trim Price
≈$54,000 typically equipped (xDrive30i $49,895 delivered plus the near-universal Premium Package); range $47,895–$76,495 across the lineup
34/100
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The all-wheel-drive xDrive30i is the volume seller at $48,900 + $995 destination, but the equipment US buyers actually expect is not standard — heated front seats, head-up display, the larger 12.3-inch central display and Comfort Access all sit inside the $3,550 Premium Package, and the panoramic moonroof inside the $1,700 Convenience Package. A representative retail build therefore lands around $53,500–$54,600, and M Sport, 20-inch wheels and Harman Kardon routinely carry stickers past $58,000.

5-Year Maintenance & Repair Cost
≈$6,400 over 5 years (BMW Ultimate Care absorbs factory-scheduled service for the first 3 yr / 36k mi)
48/100
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BMW Ultimate Care covers scheduled maintenance for 3 years / 36,000 miles, which keeps the early years cheap, but wear items are excluded and the cost curve is steeply back-loaded: run-flat tires on 19–20-inch wheels, dealer-only diagnostics, and a warranty that expires at 4 years / 50,000 miles leave year five fully exposed. Landed modestly above CarEdge's headline five-year figure, between the sibling X1 (≈$5,790) and X5 (≈$7,400).

5-Year Resale Value Retention
≈49% of MSRP retained after 5 years
30/100
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Independent studies straddle the high-40s: iSeeCars measures 49.6% five-year depreciation (≈50% retained) against a 48.8% class average, while CarEdge's transaction-based model is harsher at roughly 46% retained on a $60,958 average new price. The X3 holds value about as well as the luxury compact SUV class but no better, and 2024 cars carry the extra drag of being the run-out year immediately before the all-new G45.

Basic warranty
4 yr / 50,000 mi bumper-to-bumper
50/100
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The BMW New Vehicle Limited Warranty runs 4 years or 50,000 miles, whichever comes first — mid-band, matching Audi and Mercedes-Benz but behind Genesis and Jaguar at 5 years. The 50,000-mile cap is the binding constraint for higher-mileage drivers.

Powertrain warranty
4 yr / 50,000 mi, concurrent with basic (no separate powertrain extension)
0/100
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BMW offers no extended powertrain term — the B48 turbo four, eight-speed Steptronic automatic and xDrive driveline are covered only for the same 4 years / 50,000 miles as the bumper-to-bumper warranty. That sits below the SUV band floor of 5 years and far behind Genesis (10 yr / 100k) or the mainstream 5 yr / 60k standard.

Complimentary maintenance & perks78
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Every MY2024 BMW includes BMW Ultimate Care — 3 years / 36,000 miles of factory-scheduled maintenance (oil and filter service, brake fluid, cabin and engine air filters, vehicle checks, remote software updates) — layered on 4 years of unlimited-mileage 24/7 roadside assistance, which is a genuinely multi-year included-maintenance package and better than Audi, whose Audi Care equivalent must be purchased. It stops short of the top band because Ultimate Care excludes wear items such as brake pads, wipers and the expensive run-flat tires, and the connected-services trial is the only additional perk of substance.

Effective 5-Year Ownership Cost
$33,940 (≈$27,540 depreciation + $6,400 maintenance)
42/100
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$54,000 volume-trim price minus its estimated resale value after 5 years (49% retained, or about $26,460) leaves about $27,540 in depreciation. Add the projected $6,400 in 5-year maintenance and repairs, and owning this vehicle for 5 years costs about $33,940 in total.

6Reliability & QualityOne of the X3's strongest categories.3.04B
Predicted reliability76
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2024 is the seventh and final model year of the G01 generation (2018-2024, LCI-refreshed for 2022), and that maturity is the strongest reliability argument the car has — no new platform, powertrain or electronics architecture to shake out. J.D. Power's predicted quality-and-reliability score of 82/100 sits in its "Great" band, but RepairPal's owner-cost data disagrees sharply, so the signals are good-but-mixed rather than top-tier.

Brand reliability track record79
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BMW's standing in the 2024 study cycle was genuinely strong on both major yardsticks — top of Consumer Reports' brand rankings and best of the German three at J.D. Power. Held below the 80+ band because the CR figure blends road-test performance and owner satisfaction with reliability rather than measuring dependability alone, and third-party repair-cost data (RepairPal) ranks BMW poorly.

Recall & TSB history58
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Four NHTSA campaigns cover the 2024 X3, and the mix is worse than the count: a fire-risk engine-starter campaign, two separate steering-integrity campaigns and a rear-door-lock defect. The starter recall is a supplier problem spanning BMW's whole B-series range rather than an X3-specific design fault, and there is no evidence of the same defect being re-remedied repeatedly, which keeps this out of the bottom band.

Powertrain durability reputation85
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The volume xDrive30i pairs BMW's B46 2.0L turbo four (248 hp / 258 lb-ft, with 48V mild-hybrid assist since the 2022 LCI) to the ZF 8HP torque-converter automatic and xDrive — all three with long, well-documented high-mileage records. Crucially the X3 kept the 8-speed automatic rather than adopting the 7-speed dual-clutch that has clouded the X1's durability picture.

Interior material quality80
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Reviewers consistently rate the LCI cabin as solidly built and richly finished — soft-touch dash and door surfaces, standard Sensatec upholstery, substantial switchgear — while noting the design itself had aged by 2024 and lacks the visual richness of a Mercedes GLC or Genesis GV70. Good materials in a dated package.

Fit & finish84
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A final-year build of a seven-year-old generation from BMW's Spartanburg plant is the best case for assembly consistency, and reviewers back that up: uniform panel gaps, no creaking from the console under load, no pattern of rattle complaints. Short of the top band only because iDrive software niggles and scattered trim complaints still turn up in owner reports.

Dealer & service network78
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Roughly 340-350 BMW centers across all 50 states is dense coverage by luxury standards — better reach than Genesis, Jaguar or Alfa Romeo, on par with Mercedes, and thinner than any mainstream brand outside major metros. Service satisfaction runs at or above the luxury average and 3-year/36,000-mile scheduled maintenance is included from new.

Parts availability & repair cost50
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Availability is not the problem — dealer supply is good and the independent aftermarket (FCP Euro, ECS, Turner) is deep. Cost is: the X3 runs about 20% above its own segment's average annual repair and maintenance spend and roughly 60% above the all-vehicle average, with RepairPal flagging above-normal repair frequency, which lands it at the bottom of the "normal" band once the free-maintenance period lapses.

7Technology & InfotainmentThe X3's best-graded category.3.16B
Touchscreen size
10.25 in standard central display; 12.3 in with Live Cockpit Professional (Premium Package)
38/100
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The volume xDrive30i ships with a 10.25-inch central touchscreen and Live Cockpit Plus; the 12.3-inch display only arrives with Live Cockpit Professional in the Premium Package, so the standard screen is small by 2024 standards even though the resolution and graphics are excellent.

Infotainment UX & responsiveness85
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iDrive 7 is among the best systems of its era: fast, deeply customizable, and — critically — still operable through the rotary controller on the console, which reviewers find quicker and safer than reaching for the screen. Physical climate controls survive below the display.

Wireless CarPlay / Android Auto92
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Wireless Apple CarPlay and wireless Android Auto are both standard on every 2024 X3 trim and connect automatically — BMW charges nothing for either, and there is no wired-only entry trim.

Voice control & native navigation82
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BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant is standard and handles conversational commands for climate, navigation and vehicle settings, and BMW Maps with cloud-based routing and live traffic is standard rather than a paid upgrade — a genuinely good native nav that owners do not have to bypass.

Audio system quality76
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The standard 12-speaker HiFi system is clear and well balanced for a base setup, and the optional Harman Kardon surround system is a strong upgrade — but BMW reserves its best audio (Bowers & Wilkins) for larger models, so the X3's ceiling is lower than a Volvo XC60's Bowers & Wilkins or an Audi Q5's B&O.

Digital instrument cluster82
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A crisp 12.3-inch full-digital instrument cluster is standard on every trim including the base sDrive30i — unusual generosity for 2024 — though BMW's layout, with its outward-sweeping tachometer, is less configurable than Audi's Virtual Cockpit.

OTA update capability78
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BMW Remote Software Upgrade delivers free whole-vehicle over-the-air updates — infotainment plus vehicle control modules — installed from the car or the My BMW App; the hardware arrived with the 2022 LCI, so the 2024 X3 is covered, but the update cadence adds fewer new features than Tesla's or Rivian's.

Companion app & remote functions82
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The My BMW App is a polished, well-rated companion covering remote lock/unlock, remote engine start and climate pre-conditioning, vehicle locate and status, and send-to-car destinations, with BMW Digital Key letting a compatible iPhone or Samsung phone act as the key — and the core Remote Services are complimentary rather than subscription-gated.

Charging ports & device power66
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USB-C ports are provided for both rows and there are three 12-volt outlets, but wireless phone charging is an option bundled into the Convenience/Premium packages rather than standard equipment, and no 120-volt household outlet is offered on any trim.

Keyless & remote access60
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Push-button start and a power liftgate are standard, but Comfort Access proximity entry — and with it the hands-free kick-to-open tailgate — is bundled into the $2,650 Premium Package, so the volume trim as delivered still asks the driver to press the fob. Digital Key on a compatible phone is available.

Camera & parking aids70
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A rearview camera and rear Park Distance Control are standard, and the optional Parking Assistance Package adds a sharp surround-view system with 3D view plus a self-steering Parking Assistant — good hardware, but a 360-degree camera should not be a cost option at this price, and Executive-package buyers get it bundled only at $3,650.

Head-up display availability72
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BMW's full-color head-up display is available on the volume xDrive30i — either bundled in the Premium Package or as a $1,100 standalone — and it is one of the better projections in the class for size and legibility, but it remains an extra rather than standard equipment.

8Use-Case FitMid-pack among this car's ten categories.1.98C-
Kid & car-seat practicality55
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Wide, tall-opening rear doors and a 40/20/40 bench make daily loading easy, and 28.7 cu ft swallows a stroller, but the child-seat hardware itself is the weak point: IIHS rates the X3's LATCH provision Marginal, with complete anchors in only two of the three rear positions and hardware that is hard to reach.

Family safety package76
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The crash credentials are as good as they get — NHTSA five stars overall and a 2024 IIHS Top Safety Pick+, the only BMW that year to earn it — and Active Driving Assistant with automatic emergency braking, blind-spot monitoring and lane departure warning is standard; the deductions are that lane-centering and adaptive cruise are optional, and the entry price is well beyond most family budgets.

Family road-trip comfort70
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A quiet, supportive cabin with three-zone climate and rear vents standard makes multi-hour trips easy for four, and 28.7 cu ft holds a family's luggage with all seats occupied — but rear amenities are thin unless you pay up, with heated rear seats and rear sunshades locked in the Executive Package and no rear-seat entertainment offered at all.

Daily driving ease80
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An effortless commuter: 258 lb-ft from 1,450 rpm means the 2.0-liter never feels strained in traffic, the ZF eight-speed is imperceptible around town, the elevated seating gives a commanding view, and the standard adaptive-cruise-adjacent driver aids plus a quiet cabin keep fatigue low.

Commuting cost efficiency38
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Expensive per mile for a compact crossover: 21 MPG city on mandatory premium fuel puts EPA's annual bill at $3,150, and the running costs continue past the pump with BMW-specification tires, brakes and out-of-warranty service.

Parking & maneuverability66
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A 185.9-inch footprint is genuinely city-manageable and outward visibility from the upright greenhouse is good, but the 39.4-foot turning circle is wide for the size and the surround-view camera that would make tight garages trivial is an option rather than standard.

Work capability40
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Light-duty at best: 4,400 lbs of towing with the optional hitch handles a small boat or utility trailer, and 62.7 cu ft of unibody cargo space is useful, but there is no bed, payload is around half a ton, and the 248-hp four works hard under load.

Durability for work duty40
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This is a luxury unibody crossover, not a work tool — leather-look upholstery and carpet rather than washable surfaces, a turbocharged four requiring premium fuel, and a 4-year/50,000-mile warranty with no separate powertrain extension. The B48/ZF combination is proven and reliable in normal service, but nothing about the X3 is built for abuse or fleet duty.

Jobsite & upfit practicality35
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Provisions amount to cargo tie-down points, an underfloor bin, standard roof rails and an optional trailer hitch — no onboard AC power, no bed access hardware, no washable load floor, and no meaningful commercial upfit ecosystem behind it.

Long-distance comfort & range78
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A genuinely good mile-eater: quiet at speed, seats that hold up over hours, a composed highway ride, and roughly 480 miles between fills at the 28 MPG highway rating — with Active Cruise Control with Stop & Go available to cut fatigue, though it is an option rather than standard.

Outdoor & adventure capability58
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Standard xDrive all-wheel drive, 8.0 inches of ground clearance, factory roof rails with a wide accessory-rack ecosystem and a 4,400-lb tow rating make gravel roads, ski trips and bike racks entirely routine — but there is no low range, no locking differential, no skid plating and no terrain modes, so anything past a rough trailhead road is out.

Gear & luggage flexibility64
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A 40/20/40 rear bench with cargo-bay release levers, an underfloor bin, a power liftgate, standard roof rails and an available hitch cover most gear-hauling needs, and 62.7 cu ft is respectable — but the seatbacks do not fold flat, which makes long or rigid items awkward.

9Driving ExperienceGrades above the middle of the scale.3.00B
Handling & agility80
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The G01 remains one of the best-handling compact luxury crossovers: minimal body roll for its height, a rear-biased xDrive system with brake-based Performance Control torque vectoring, and genuine willingness to be hustled — short only of the Porsche Macan's outright athleticism.

Steering feel66
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Accurate and quick off center with well-judged weighting, but the electric assist is overboosted and filters out most road texture — a common criticism of BMW's crossovers and the clearest gap between the X3 and the brand's own sedans.

Braking confidence80
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Strong, well-modulated brakes with a firm progressive pedal, and the chassis controls dive well under hard stops; no regen blending to muddy the feel on this non-electrified powertrain beyond routine stop/start.

Powertrain smoothness & response82
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The B48 turbo four and ZF eight-speed Steptronic are a benchmark pairing for calibration: torque from 1,450 rpm makes tip-in clean, shifts are decisive and well timed without hunting, and the auto stop/start restart is among the smoother implementations — a little turbo lag from a standstill is the only real blemish.

Drivetrain noise & vibration68
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Near-silent at cruise and well isolated through the controls, but the four-cylinder turns coarse and slightly strained near redline and offers none of the M40i's inline-six sound — the powertrain is inoffensive rather than pleasant when worked.

Turning circle
39.4 ft curb-to-curb turning diameter
33/100
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39.4 feet is wide for a 186-inch crossover — the X3 needs more room for a U-turn than several larger SUVs, and there is no rear-axle steering option to tighten it.

Driving position & ergonomics85
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Excellent: 12-way power seats with adjustable lumbar and a wide-range tilt/telescope column suit most body sizes, the elevated hip point gives a commanding view over traffic, and BMW keeps physical climate controls and the iDrive rotary knob within easy reach rather than burying functions in menus.

Fun-to-drive factor74
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More engaging than nearly anything else in the compact luxury SUV class and a Car and Driver Editors' Choice pick, with a chassis that rewards a good road — but the 6.2-second xDrive30i is brisk rather than thrilling, and the numb steering and muted four-cylinder soundtrack keep it short of the top band.

10Value & Market PositionMid-pack among this car's ten categories.2.59C+
Standard equipment generosity58
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The $47,895 sDrive30i does include a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, SensaTec sport seats, tri-zone climate, power liftgate, LED headlights with automatic high beams, and a full active-safety set (frontal collision warning with city mitigation, active blind spot detection, lane departure warning, front and rear parking sensors). What drags it below the segment is what costs extra on a $50,000 luxury SUV in 2024: heated front seats, keyless Comfort Access, the head-up display and the larger 12.3-inch central display live in the $3,550 Premium Package, and the panoramic moonroof in the $1,700 Convenience Package. A Genesis GV70 includes essentially all of it at base.

Feature value per dollar62
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Fair rather than sharp. For $49,895 delivered the xDrive30i buys 248 hp, standard xDrive, the class benchmark chassis and one of the largest cargo holds in the compact luxury class, and it is genuinely cheaper than a Macan or GLC 300 4MATIC — but the packages needed to reach normal expectations add roughly $4,000–$5,000, and a Genesis GV70 undercuts it with far more standard content plus a 10-year powertrain warranty. The 2024 car also asks near-current money for iDrive 7 hardware that BMW had already superseded in the X1 and X5.

Trim & configuration breadth78
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A wide, well-spaced ladder for a compact SUV: sDrive30i rear-drive ($46,900), xDrive30i AWD ($48,900), the 382-hp M40i ($61,900) and the 473/503-hp X3 M and M Competition ($75,500 up), spanning nearly $30,000 across three engines and both drive layouts, with M Sport, Premium, Convenience and Executive packages layered on top. The one real gap is that the xDrive30e plug-in hybrid was dropped from the US lineup for 2024, leaving no electrified option at all.

Sales popularity & market acceptance86
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The X3 sold 68,798 units in the US in calendar 2024, up 8.9% year over year — BMW's second best-selling model behind only the X5 and one of the highest-volume nameplates in the compact luxury SUV class. Growing at nearly 9% in the seventh and final year of a generation, while the replacement was already being announced, is an unusually strong trajectory.

Brand desirability & image86
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BMW is among the most aspirational mass-luxury badges in the US, set an all-time American sales record in 2024, and the "Ultimate Driving Machine" equity still translates into real cross-shopping pull and residual support for the X3 specifically. It falls short of the very top band only because the roundel no longer carries the reliability halo Lexus does, and BMW styling controversies of this era cost it some image ground.

Deals & incentive availability74
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A run-out year with real money on the hood but no sign of distress pricing: BMW Financial Services ran 1.99% APR for 36 months on the 2024 X3, stackable loyalty and APR credits worth up to $2,500, and subvented lease programs, while the car was still selling briskly. Good buyer benefit, though short of the deepest discounting in the class because demand stayed strong right through the changeover.

Model freshness30
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2024 is the last model year of the G01 X3, on sale in the US since model year 2018 and last updated by the 2022 LCI facelift, and the redesign risk was not hypothetical: BMW unveiled the all-new G45 on 19 June 2024 and it reached US showrooms late that year as a 2025. The 2024 car is also a generation behind BMW's own software, running iDrive 7 while the X1 and X5 had already moved to iDrive 9 and 8 respectively. Cars.com summarizes the year bluntly: "The X3 was refreshed for 2022 and sees no notable changes this year."

Critical reception & awards76
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Uniformly well-regarded and a long-standing class benchmark — a 2024 Car and Driver Editors' Choice pick, 9.3/10 at US News, 4.4/5 from Kelley Blue Book, with reviewers consistently citing the chassis, the cargo hold and the breadth of the lineup. It stops short of the top band because by 2024 it was no longer winning the class: KBB ranked it only #8 among Best Luxury Compact SUVs of 2024, Edmunds' testers scored it 7.8/10, and the aging iDrive 7 cabin and optional-heated-seat strategy were recurring criticisms against fresher GV70 and GLC rivals.