repaired · 2021 Q2
Driver side: inflator module
Risk. An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
2007 BMW X3Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 99 owner complaints about the 2007 BMW X3, most often about the air bags. It is covered by 3 safety recalls, and for recall 17V-605 the manufacturer reports only 37% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through November 1, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: Vauxford, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2007 BMW X3 has problems
99 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
37Air bags3 crash/fire/injury
26Engine4 crash/fire/injury
16Engine and engine cooling1 crash/fire/injury
14Seats3 crash/fire/injury
11Electrical system3 crash/fire/injury
6Power train
3Vehicle speed control
2Exterior lighting
2Steering
65 other systems
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Air bags | 37 | 3 |
| Engine | 26 | 4 |
| Engine and engine cooling | 16 | 1 |
| Seats | 14 | 3 |
| Electrical system | 11 | 3 |
| Power train | 6 | 0 |
| Vehicle speed control | 3 | 0 |
| Exterior lighting | 2 | 0 |
| Steering | 2 | 0 |
| 5 other systems | 6 | 1 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
3 recalls
2007 BMW X3 recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2019 Q3
Emission control: crankcase (pcv)
Risk. An electrical short can cause the parts within the PCV valve to melt, increasing the risk of a fire, even when the vehicle is not in use.
repaired · 2019 Q3
Sensor: occupant classification
Risk. Should the system fail, in the event of a crash, the front passenger air bag would be deactivated, increasing the risk of personal injury.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with BMW.
Best & worst years
2007 vs. every other X3 year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the X3 median. How we score
'04'05'06'07'08'09'10'11'12'13'14'15'16'17'18'19'20'21'22'23'24'25'26
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2007 BMW X3 safety ratings
2007 BMW X3 4-DR w/SAB in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: No
- Lane departure warning: No
In owners' words
What X3 owners report
Recent air bags complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
I’m writing to escalate an unresolved issue following a recent airbag takata recall repair performed at BMW of Manhattan on my 2007 BMW X3 VIN [XXX] ), license [XXX] Prior to the recall service, there were no airbag or SRS warning lights on my dashboard. Immediately after the repair, however, the…
1. My car is very old and has 189,000 miles. Takata airbag recalls are now known and issued by the NHSTA, it shows that I have 6 recalls and BMW does not see the recalls. As well as my brakes they are super soft and the only thing I did for the brakes is replace new brake pads they are OEM and also…
The contact owns a 2007 BMW X3. The contact stated that while driving approximately 40 MPH the vehicle T-bone crashed into the side of a tractor trailer. During the crash the front driver side and passenger side airbags did not deploy. The driver sustained head, neck, back and internal injuries and…
Own a 2007 X3?
Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.