repaired · 2026 Q3
Electrical system: starter assembly
NewRisk. Fire increases the risk of injury.
2023 BMW X3Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 17 owner complaints about the 2023 BMW X3, most often about the engine. It is covered by 4 safety recalls, and for recall 24V-534 the manufacturer reports only 88% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through October 29, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: LuvsMG481, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2023 BMW X3 has problems
17 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
5Engine
4Electrical system
3Structure2 crash/fire/injury
1Latches/locks/linkages
1Power train
1Steering
1Exterior lighting
1Forward collision avoidance
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 5 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 4 | 0 |
| Structure | 3 | 2 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | 0 |
| Power train | 1 | 0 |
| Steering | 1 | 0 |
| Exterior lighting | 1 | 0 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 1 | 1 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
4 recalls
2023 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 · 2026 Q3
Doors: lock
Risk. Doors that can be inadvertently unlocked and unlatched may open unexpectedly, increasing the risk of injury to rear seat occupants.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Structure
Risk. Interior cargo rail detachment during a rear crash can increase the risk of injury.
repaired · 2025 Q4
Automatic transmission: control module (tcm/pcm/tecm)
Risk. Transmission oil that leaks into the control unit can lead to a seizure of the transmission gears, causing a sudden loss of drive power and increasing the risk…
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
2023 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
2023 BMW X3 safety ratings
2023 BMW X3 SUV AWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side barrier★★★★★
Side pole★★★★★
- Rollover: 4 stars (17.1% risk)
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: No
- Lane departure warning: No
In owners' words
What X3 owners report
Recent engine complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
The manufacturer is failing to provide a remedy in a reasonable sound of time. There is still no remedy for this safety recall. It’s been almost iver 4 months.
I am submitting this complaint regarding a recurring coolant leak and cooling-system issue with my 2023 BMW X3. I began receiving repeated “low coolant” warnings on the vehicle's dashboard. The coolant was topped off, but the warning continued to return, indicating that this was not simply a…
I am submitting this complaint regarding an unresolved safety recall on my vehicle. The recall has been outstanding for approximately three months. and I have been informed that there is still no remedy available. I understand that some recalls may require time for manufacture to develop and…
Own a 2023 X3?
Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.