NHTSA Recall 26V524000

Affects 2026 BMW X3, 2024 BMW X3, 2025 BMW X3. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer, however old the vehicle is.

Recall data as of Aug 30, 2026 NHTSA.

Spindle Arm

STEERING:LINKAGES:KNUCKLE:SPINDLE:ARM

What's wrong:
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.
What to do:
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 — quote this at the dealer.Reported Aug 12, 2026.

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