2026 BMW X3 Recalls

NHTSA lists 2 open recalls for the 2026 BMW X3. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer, however old the vehicle is.

Recall data as of Aug 29, 2026 NHTSA. For a live answer, run the check yourself.

Steering Steering Control Module

What's wrong:
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.
What to do:
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 — quote this at the dealer.Reported Dec 11, 2025.

Spindle Arm

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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.

Keep this vehicle

Free. We'll save the car and this recall. Pro can watch for new ones later, if you want that.