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BMW X3 2024

Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD Rear-wheel (RWD)

Specifications

Engine
2,000 cc
4
Cylinders4
DrivetrainRear-wheel (RWD)
Body styleSmall Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD

Safety

Crash-test results across markets. They can vary by version and equipment.

IIHS
Results · 4 door suv · Top Safety Pick
🇺🇸 Local data
Small overlap frontGood
Moderate overlap front: original testGood
Moderate overlap front: updated testGood
Side: updated testGood
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NHTSA NCAP
Results · 2024 BMW X3 SUV AWD
🇺🇸 Local data
★★★★★overall
Frontal impact★★★★★
Side impact★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★
NHTSA NCAP
Results · 2024 BMW X3 SUV RWD
🇺🇸 Local data
★★★★★overall
Frontal impact★★★★★
Side impact★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★

Fuel economy

🇺🇸 Local data
City
10.2 L/100 km
Highway
8.1 L/100 km
Combined
9.4 L/100 km
Emissions
219 g/km
CO₂

Recalls

3 campaigns🇺🇸 Local data
STEERING:LINKAGES:KNUCKLE:SPINDLE:ARM 26V524000 · 2026-08-12 · NHTSA
Consequence · Remedy

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

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.

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LOCK 25V106000 · 2025-02-20 · NHTSA
Consequence · Remedy

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

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.

STEERING 23V770000 · 2023-11-16 · NHTSA
Consequence · Remedy

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

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.

Common problems

38 reports🇺🇸 Local data

Reported by owners to the source below. It is not a verdict on this car: it is what people wrote.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS Crash 1 injured 2026-09-20 · NHTSA

I was driving through a green light through an intersection and a car on the opposite side of me had a yield green which they were suppose to wait for me to go and then continue with their left turn, but instead the driver decide to just go and our vehicles collided. The other car, which was a toyota corolla, had dama…

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 2026-09-14 · NHTSA

The contact owns a 2024 BMW X3. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V438000 (Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall re…

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 2026-08-31 · NHTSA

The contact owns a 2024 BMW X3. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V438000 (Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The dealer was not contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repa…

POWER TRAIN,ENGINE 2026-08-07 · NHTSA

I was pulling out of a parking spot and my X3 completely stalled and lost power. I got infomation on my screen to take my car to my dealer as soon as possible. I was able to start and drive it home. The following week I took it to the dealer for the problem. My local BMW dealer has had my X3 since July 27th over 2 wee…

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE 2026-07-14 · NHTSA

Since purchasing my vehicle, I have experienced numerous ongoing issues that BMW has failed to address. The problems include: A squealing and beeping noise coming from the engine. The headlights turning on by themselves. Interior lights turning on without warning. The vehicle shaking while driving. The check engine …

UNKNOWN OR OTHER 2026-07-10 · NHTSA

I was driving on the interstate at about 65-70 MPH when the sunroof exploded without apparent cause. This caused glass to be scattered throughout the vehicle and given the sudden event, sound and disruption to driving I would say that this is a safety issue. The same day this happened I dropped the car off at the de…

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL 2026-06-04 · NHTSA

The contact owns a 2024 BMW X3. The contact stated while driving 5 MPH, attempting to park the vehicle in the park the vehicle, while depressing the brake pedal the vehicle unintendedly accelerated independently causing the vehicle to drove over the curb and the contact mention due to the impact the rear passenger ti…

POWER TRAIN,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE Crash 2026-05-26 · NHTSA

I started to pull forward from a pharmacy drive-through at an intended low speed (approximately10/15 mph) for a right turn onto a driveway. The car was on auto-hold and in drive gear. When I turned right, the vehicle went into a full throttle acceleration and continued until impact. Brakes were totally ineffectiv…

Chest Clip, Buckle, Harness,Insert, Padding 1 injured 2026-05-04 · NHTSA

[XXX] old infant's face was cut and bleeding from the Chicco Fit360 ClearTex Rotating Car Seat's safety straps with included pads INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

VISIBILITY 2026-04-01 · NHTSA

The contact owns a 2024 BMW X3. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the windshield unexpectedly cracked on several occasions without impact. The contact stated that the crack originated at the top of the windshield and extended approximately six inches toward the driver’s side. The vehicle w…

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 2026-01-16 · NHTSA

To Whom It May Concern, I am submitting this supplemental update to formally document continued delay and lack of action by BMW following notification of serious vehicle safety concerns involving risk to minor passengers. BMW was notified in writing of multiple safety-related incidents involving system reliability a…

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 2026-01-07 · NHTSA

This submission is a supplemental update to my existing NHTSA complaint regarding my BMW X3. On [XXX], at approximately [XXX], while the vehicle was traveling approximately 40 MPH with the doors locked, the rear passenger door opened while the vehicle was in motion. A [XXX] child was secured in a rear car seat at t…

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