BMW recalls 2024-2026 X3 over steering arm problem (13 vehicles)
BMW filed a safety recall on August 12, 2026 covering 13 vehicles: 2024-2026 BMW X3.
What is 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.
Why it matters
An incorrectly attached steering spindle can lead to a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will inspect the steering connection and replace hardware or replace the spindle and column, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 8, 2026. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1‑800‑525‑7417. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on beginning October 2, 2026.
Before this, owners of these vehicles had already filed 16 complaints in the steering category.
Vehicles involved
- BMW X3 2024-2026 202420252026