Problems owners report
Complaints filed with NHTSA about the 2024 BMW X3, by the system named in each complaint. One complaint can name several.
- Electrical system13
- Unknown or other6
- Back over prevention6
- Engine6
- Vehicle speed control4
- Latches/locks/linkages4
- Power train4
- Forward collision avoidance3
- Service brakes2
- Air bags2
NHTSA ODI complaints (public domain) · updated 23 Oct 2026 · 3 injuries and 0 deaths reported
Compared with other years
NHTSA ODI complaints by model year
New York safety inspections
At its first New York inspection the 2024 BMW X3 failed the safety check 0.26% of the time — 52% less often than the average 2024 passenger car (0.53%). Median odometer at inspection: 8,149 miles.
NY DMV Vehicle Inspections (vezn-fmmk), initial inspections since Aug 2021 · how we count
Real-world fuel consumption
13,947 BMW X3 cars first registered in Europe in 2024 report their fuel use through the on-board meter. Diesel hybrid versions use 7.5 l/100 km on the road against 6.1 in the WLTP test (+22%).
| Fuel | Cars | On the road | WLTP | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol | 636 | 12.4 | 10.2 | +22% |
| Petrol hybrid | 2,306 | 9.7 | 8.0 | +21% |
| Diesel | 107 | 6.7 | 5.9 | +15% |
| Diesel hybrid | 8,977 | 7.5 | 6.1 | +22% |
| Plug-in hybrid | 1,921 | 7.9 | 2.1 | +282% |
Litres per 100 km from the cars' own fuel meters (OBFCM), collected in 2024; the year is the year of first registration. All years together · European Environment Agency · CC BY 4.0
Engines
The most common engines in 2024 BMW X3 cars on Dutch roads are the 2.0 hybrid (135 kW, 181 hp), 2.0 hybrid (140 kW, 188 hp) and 3.0 hybrid (280 kW, 375 hp), out of 5 versions with at least 20 cars.
| Engine | Power | Cars |
|---|---|---|
| 2.0 hybrid | 135 kW 181 hp | 807 |
| 2.0 hybrid | 140 kW 188 hp | 42 |
| 3.0 hybrid | 280 kW 375 hp | 33 |
| 2.0 hybrid | 180 kW 241 hp | 29 |
| 3.0 hybrid | 265 kW 355 hp | 24 |
RDW Open Data (CC0): registered passenger cars and their fuel data · engine size rounded to 0.1 litre, net maximum power · versions with at least 20 cars
In the Netherlands
975 first registered in 2024 are on Dutch roads; 57% arrived later as imports. Median list price when new: €84,805.
Colours
RDW Open Data: registered vehicles and APK defects (CC0) · defect descriptions in the RDW's Dutch wording
In the United Kingdom
6,171 cars built in 2024 were licensed for the road at the end of 2025, and 56 more were declared off the road (SORN).
Department for Transport and DVLA, vehicle licensing statistics (table VEH0124, year of manufacture) · Open Government Licence v3.0
In New Zealand
109 2024 cars are on the New Zealand register; 2% arrived as used imports, 98% were sold new in New Zealand.
NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi, Motor Vehicle Register (March 2026) · CC BY 4.0
Crash-test ratings
NHTSA 5-star results for 2 variants; 2 of 2 rated variants score five stars overall. Rollover risk is the estimated chance of rolling over in a single-vehicle crash.
| Variant | Overall | Rollover risk |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 BMW X3 SUV AWD | ★★★★★ | 17.1 % |
| 2024 BMW X3 SUV RWD | ★★★★★ | 17.2 % |
- Electronic stability control
- Standard
- Forward collision warning
- No
- Lane departure warning
- No
- Best overall rating
- 5 / 5
NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (5-Star Safety Ratings), api.nhtsa.gov · US federal work, public domain
Fuel consumption
Official Canadian test results for 4 variants: combined 9.9–13.9 L/100 km (about 17–24 mpg US), CO₂ 229–323 g/km.
| Variant | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| X3 xDrive30i · Sport utility vehicle: Small · Premium gasoline | 11.0 | 8.4 | 9.9 |
| X3 M40i · Sport utility vehicle: Small · Premium gasoline | 10.9 | 9.0 | 10.1 |
| X3 M · Sport utility vehicle: Small · Premium gasoline | 15.7 | 11.7 | 13.9 |
| X3 M Competition · Sport utility vehicle: Small · Premium gasoline | 15.7 | 11.7 | 13.9 |
Litres per 100 km. Natural Resources Canada, Fuel consumption ratings (open.canada.ca) · Open Government Licence – Canada
Recalls in Canada
3 Transport Canada recalls for the 2024 BMW X3.
| 2026331 8 Jul 2026 | Engine Issue: On certain vehicles, the engine starter may not have been manufactured properly. As a result, the starter could overheat. Note: This recall is an exp… |
| 2024544 15 Aug 2024 | Label Issue: On certain vehicles, the tire and loading information label does not list that there is no spare tire in both official languages. The label reads as "N… |
| 2023614 16 Nov 2023 | Steering Issue: On certain vehicles, the steering gear may not have been manufactured properly. As a result, the steering gear could fail and cause a loss of steering … |
Transport Canada Vehicle Recalls Database · Contains information licensed under the Open Government Licence – Canada
Recalls
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.
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."
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.
Whether a recall was fixed on a particular car is known only to the manufacturer: check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
NHTSA recalls · summaries in NHTSA's own words
Service bulletins
What BMW told its dealers about the 2024 BMW X3: known faults, fixes and updates.
| Bulletin | Summary |
|---|---|
| 11012096 | Customers may report that the Central Information Display (CID) side of the Multifunction Display flickersonce on and off. This flickering is not continuous but may occur once every 15 to 50 seconds. No fault memory entry is stored for this customer complaint. |
| 11010933 | Wastegate Valve Actuator Return |
| 11010766 | DELIVERY STOP: COOLANT LINE |
| 11010762 | The Ethernet bus of the Body Domain Controller (BDC) is interrupted so that audio output, rear viewcamera, or the driver assistance systems fail. The symptoms begin to appear during auto locking at approx.10 mph, or after the Central Locking button is activated. Dependent upon vehicle equipment, the following permanent SAE faults may be stored in the vehicle: S 0219, No Communication possible with: Amplifier S 0261, No Communication possible with: Camera-based driver assistance S 0273, No Communication possible with: Headunit S 0313, No Communication possible with: All-round vision camera S 03 |
| 11010759 | DELIVERY STOP: REPLACE WISHBONE HEXAGON NUT |
| 11010756 | Electric driving: A power reduction while electric driving Electric driving is not possible even though the high voltage (HV) battery is sufficiently charged Starting of the internal combustion engine (ICE): There is a noticeable cutting in of the ICE when it starts The cutting in of the ICE is slower Check Control Message (#2390): Engine is starting Please wait. The possibility of the electric drive not starting the ICE Hybrid Driving: Reduced acceleration Jolts during upshifts Delays during downshifts Possible stored fault codes- EGS-EME: 039A2A EGS-EME, temperature sensor, coolant: Excess |
| 11009001 | A check control message (CCM) for the restraint system (Air bag) appears. In the instrument cluster, the red air bag warning light lights up permanently. One of the following fault codes is stored in the ACSM (air bag control unit): 930949 - Knee airbag, driver: Short circuit to negative terminal 93094F - Knee airbag, front passenger: Short circuit to negative terminal 93094C - Knee airbag driver's side: Resistance too great 930952 - Knee airbag, front passenger: Resistance too great |
| 11008111 | This bulletin outlines known areas of possible water entry, operational noise, or wind noise for the vehicles listed above. It serves only as a diagnostic resource in troubleshooting complaints from the roof area. This bulletin and the associated attachments are designed to provide one single diagnostic resource for troubleshooting all known issues related to the panoramic sunroof of BMW Sports Activity Vehicles which have quality improvement measures already in place. |
| 11008109 | Distorted sound coming from the front and rear door panel speakers when the volume is adjusted high. |
| 11008106 | During inspection and/or diagnosis there is noticeable dirt/grease buildup on the axles near the inner and/or outer CV boots. |
| 11006729 | While driving the vehicle on normal roads at10mph and above, a "cracking" sound fromthe top of the B-pillar(s) is heard. |
| 11005232 | Incorrect evaluation of the camera system at the manufacturer. It was not recognized that the drain tubes forthe panoramic sunroof were not connected to the sunroof inner frame (aka cassette) at the front of thevehicle. If the drain tubes are not connected to the sunroof cassette, it is possible for water to enter the front footwell of the vehicle. |
| 11005224 | DELIVERY STOP: REPLACE TENSION STRUT HEXAGON NUT |
| 11005223 | DELIVERY STOP: REPLACE WISHBONE HEXAGON NUT |
| 11002864 | No Bass or a cracking noise can be heard from the bass speakers. |
| 11002861 | A rattling/ droning noise is heard in the vehicle interior when the air conditioning (AC) is activated. Vibrationsare felt in the drivers footwell. |
| 11002858 | There is a jerking or shuddering during either or both of the following: Cornering or accelerating from low speeds Driving with low to medium loads There are no warning lights or Check Control messages. |
| 11000616 | The Central information Display (CID) screen goes black and the Headunit (HU-H3) resets sporadically.After a short period of time, the function of the CID and HU-H3 is available again. Additionally, fault code B7F8F9 HU-H: Reset will be stored in the HU-H3. The issue may occur multiple times while driving longer distances. CAUSE Unfavorable |
| 11000500 | There is a jerking or shuddering during either or both of the following: Cornering or accelerating from low speeds Driving with low to medium loads There are no warning lights or Check Control messages. |
| 10253326 | While driving the vehicle on normal roads at10mph and above, a "cracking" sound from the top of the B-pillar(s) is heard. |
| 10252033 | During inspection and/or diagnosis there is noticeable dirt/grease buildup on the axles near the inner and/o router CV boots. |
| 10249437 | The basic conditions for initializing the power windows are not met. |
| 10249027 | The electrical system of BMW vehicles has been subject to an ongoing development process over the last few years. This has led to increased demands being placed on the battery. This document covers important information for the dealer on how to handle discharged battery complaints. |
| 10249016 | With the vehicle is on a lift and the front struts are in the extended position, there may be a cracking and orclicking type noise when turning the steering wheel left/right. See attached video V31 01 24. The sound can reoccur when the vehicle is lowered, and the wheels are once again under load. The noise might also be heard for a short time while driving. |
| 10249015 | A vehicle arrives at your center to be diagnosed for a micro-leak in the fuel evaporative (EVAP) system(NVLD natural vacuum leak detection). For this condition, the following fault is stored in the DME: 190302 - fuel tank ventilation and scavenging air system, micro-leak: leakage more than 0.5mm For: Model vehicles other that the ones listed above, or for EVAP faults related to a large leak, after confirming that the fuel filler cap is fitted properly, then, proceed to follow the corresponding test plan |
NHTSA manufacturer communications (public domain)