BMW X3 SAV recalls by year
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
3 recalls found for the BMW X3 SAV in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, and 274 owner complaints. Choose a model year:
| Model year | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 BMW X3 SAV | 0 | 6 |
| 2011 BMW X3 SAV | 1 | 13 |
| 2010 BMW X3 SAV | 3 | 23 |
| 2009 BMW X3 SAV | 2 | 16 |
| 2008 BMW X3 SAV | 2 | 56 |
| 2007 BMW X3 SAV | 2 | 160 |
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Newest BMW X3 SAV recalls
- Mar 2, 202222V119000Engine and engine cooling917,106 vehiclesBMW 3 Series, 128i and 4 more models
The heater for the positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) valve may short circuit.
- Feb 5, 201616V071000Air bags840,000 vehiclesBMW 328, 335 and 11 more models
Upon deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to rupture.
- Apr 10, 201414V176000Engine and engine cooling156,137 vehiclesBMW 535I Gran Turismo, X5 SAV and 10 more models
In the affected vehicles, the bolts that secure the housing for the variable camshaft timing adjustment (VANOS) unit can loosen over time and may possibly break.