Exterior lighting: turn signalRecall 18V-431 · 2018 BMW X3

BMW of North America, LLC recall 18V-431 covers 5 2018 BMW X3 for a exterior lighting: turn signal problem, reported to NHTSA on June 21, 2018. The manufacturer's latest report (2018 Q4) shows 100% of affected vehicles repaired.

100%
Vehicles repaired5 of 5 · 2018 Q4
Vehicles affected51 model
ReportedJun 21, 2018Owners notified Aug 20, 2018
Complaints since6Same system, after the recall

Source: NHTSA recall 18V431000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.

What's wrong

The problem

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018 BMW X3 xDrive30i and X3 M40i vehicles. The rear turn signals on the outboard side panel will illuminate red, while the inboard turn signals simultaneously illuminate amber. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

The risk

Turn signals that flash multiple colors may confuse other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

The fix

BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear turn signal lights, and replace if necessary, free of charge. The recall began August 20, 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Repair progress

How fast cars are being fixed

100%repaired

Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.

0%50%100%2018 Q32018 Q4
1 model

Vehicles in this recall

Built from December 21, 2017 to March 30, 2018. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.