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2024 BMW X3 reliability

Is it reliable?

NHTSA's file on the 2024 BMW X3 holds 38 complaints after 3 years, a rate of 13 per year. That is more complaints per year than most X3 years here — over the median of the other years, which is 7. NHTSA has 3 recalls on file, including Arm, Lock, and Steering.

2012 BMW X3
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Complaints

38

Per year

13

Recalls

3

Years on the road

3

What owners report

The complaints owners file most often name Electrical system (11 of 38), then Back-over prevention (6) and Latches, locks, and linkages (4). The most filings arrived in 2025 (16 of 38). Those filings include 5 that report a crash and 3 that report an injury.

Next to 2023 and 2025

The 2023 X3 has 15 complaints, 3 per year, and the 2025 has 35 complaints, 18 per year. The 2024 has more complaints per year than the 2023.

The complaint rate is complaints filed in this year’s first 3 years on the road, divided by however many of those years have passed. Recalls are a separate count. The numbers are for the US-market 2024 BMW X3. How we count. Data as of .

Recalls (3)

Recall steering, linkages, knuckle, spindle, arm 2026-08-12 · NHTSA campaign 26V524000
Summary 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.
Remedy Dealers will inspect the steering connection and replace hardware or replace the spindle and column, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed October 2, 2026. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning October 2, 2026.
Recall latches, locks, and linkages, doors, lock 2025-02-20 · NHTSA campaign 25V106000
Summary BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2022-2024 X3 sDrive30i and X3 xDrive30i vehicles. The second-row seat side door locking modules may not function properly and allow the doors to be unlocked with a single motion. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 206, "Door Locks and Door Retention Components."
Remedy Dealers will replace the second-row seat side door locking modules, free of charge. A letter informing owners of the safety risk was mailed on April 21, 2025. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 800-525-7417.
Recall Steering 2023-11-16 · NHTSA campaign 23V770000
Summary BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2024 2 Series Coupe (230i), 330i, X3 sDrive30i, X3 xDrive30i, X3 M40i, and X4 xDrive30i, X4 M40i vehicles. The steering gear may not have been tightened properly, which can allow it to loosen.
Remedy Dealers will replace the steering gear, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 11, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Complaints by component (38 total)

Electrical system
11
Back-over prevention
6
Latches, locks, and linkages
4
Powertrain
4
Speed control
4
Engine
3
Forward collision avoidance
3
Air bags
2
Service brakes
2
Steering
2
Structure
2
Chest clip, buckle, and harness
1
Insert and padding
1
Suspension
1
Visibility
1
Visibility and wipers
1
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Crash-flagged

5

Fire-flagged

0

Injury reports

3

Death reports

0

Complaints filed per year

1202392024162025122026
Excerpts from recent NHTSA complaint filings
  • "I was driving through a green light through an intersection and a car on the opposite side of me had a yield green which they were suppose to wait for me to go and then continue with their left turn, but instead the…"
    Electrical system, Air bags · filed 2026-09-20
  • "The contact owns a 2024 BMW X3. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V438000 (Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted.…"
    Electrical system · filed 2026-09-14
  • "The contact owns a 2024 BMW X3. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V438000 (Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The dealer was not contacted.…"
    Electrical system · filed 2026-08-31
  • "I was pulling out of a parking spot and my X3 completely stalled and lost power. I got infomation on my screen to take my car to my dealer as soon as possible. I was able to start and drive it home. The following week I…"
    Powertrain, Engine · filed 2026-08-07
  • "Since purchasing my vehicle, I have experienced numerous ongoing issues that BMW has failed to address. The problems include: A squealing and beeping noise coming from the engine. The headlights turning on by…"
    Electrical system, Engine · filed 2026-07-14

NHTSA crash ratings

Version Overall Front Side Rollover
2024 BMW X3 M SUV AWD Not rated Not rated Not rated Not rated
2024 BMW X3 SUV AWD 5 stars 5 stars 5 stars 4 stars
2024 BMW X3 SUV RWD 5 stars 5 stars 5 stars 4 stars

Stars are how this vehicle did in NHTSA crash tests. They are a safety result, separate from the complaint record. Not rated means that test was not run for this version.

Fuel economy

Trim Engine Transmission Drive City Hwy Combined Annual fuel cost
X3 M 3L, 6-cyl Automatic (8-speed) All-wheel drive 15 20 17 MPG $4700
X3 M Competition 3L, 6-cyl Automatic (8-speed) All-wheel drive 15 20 17 MPG $4700
X3 M40i 3L, 6-cyl Automatic (8-speed) All-wheel drive 21 26 23 MPG $3450
X3 sDrive30i 2L, 4-cyl Automatic (8-speed) Rear-wheel drive 23 29 25 MPG $3200
X3 xDrive30i 2L, 4-cyl Automatic (8-speed) All-wheel drive 21 28 24 MPG $3300

Specs and fitment

G01 generation, 2018–present
Body styles SUV
Oil 0W-20 full synthetic , 5.3 qt capacity
Tire size 225/60R18 to 245/45R20 (trim-dependent) front / 225/60R18 to 275/40R20 (trim-dependent) rear

Known issues for this generation

Recall 20V598000 covers certain 2019-2021 BMW X3 sDrive30i and xDrive30i vehicles (with many other BMW models in the same campaign) where an improperly welded tow hook receiver may break when used, increasing crash risk if a trailer becomes detached. Recall 21V096000 covers certain 2019-2021 X3 models (with X4, X5, and other BMW models) for a similar tow hook receiver weld concern; dealers inspect and replace the receiver as needed.

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Frequently asked questions

Is the 2024 BMW X3 reliable?

NHTSA's file on the 2024 BMW X3 holds 38 complaints after 3 years, a rate of 13 per year. That is more complaints per year than most X3 years here — over the median of the other years, which is 7. NHTSA has 3 recalls on file, including Arm, Lock, and Steering.

What are common problems with a 2024 BMW X3?

The complaints owners file most often name Electrical system (11 of 38), then Back-over prevention (6) and Latches, locks, and linkages (4). The most filings arrived in 2025 (16 of 38). Those filings include 5 that report a crash and 3 that report an injury.

Is the 2024 BMW X3 more reliable than the years next to it?

The 2023 X3 has 15 complaints, 3 per year, and the 2025 has 35 complaints, 18 per year. The 2024 has more complaints per year than the 2023.

Has the 2024 BMW X3 been recalled?

The 2024 BMW X3 has 3 recalls on file with NHTSA. See the recalls table on this page for dates, components, and remedies.

How many complaints have owners filed about the 2024 BMW X3?

Owners have filed 38 complaints about the 2024 BMW X3 with NHTSA.

What mpg does a 2024 BMW X3 get?

EPA-rated combined fuel economy for the 2024 BMW X3 is 21.2 MPG. See the fuel economy table on this page for city and highway figures by engine and transmission.

What generation is the 2019 BMW X3?

G01 generation (2018-on).

What oil does a recent BMW X3 take?

G01 US notes list 0W-20 full synthetic; F25 (2012-2017) notes often list 5W-30 full synthetic.

What tire sizes does a BMW X3 use?

F25 fits often run 245/50R18 to 245/45R19; G01 trims commonly use 225/60R18 to 245/45R20.