2020 Bmw X3 problems
The BMW X3 is an SUV manufactured by BMW since 2003, based on the BMW 5 Series platform. Now in its third generation, BMW markets the car as a Sports Activity Vehicle, the company's proprietary descriptor for its X-line luxury vehicles.
The first-generation X3 was designed by BMW in conjunction with Magna Steyr of Graz, Austria—who also manufactured all X3s under contract to BMW. BMW manufactured the second-generation X3 at their Spartanburg plant in South Carolina, United States. Starting with the third generation, BMW South Africa's Rosslyn plant began production of the X3, alongside the Spartanburg plant, after the facility underwent a major upgrade to prepare for the X3 production, replacing the long-running 3 Series production in the plant. About 76,000 units will be manufactured there annually.
The car was the first mid-size, premium SUV on the market. In 2008, BMW started competing with the Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class (renamed GLC-Class since 2016), and numerous other SUVs in this segment. The X3 is smaller than the X5 and X6, and bigger than the X1 and the X2.
An all-electric variant is sold as the BMW iX3.
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Common 2020 Bmw X3 problems
Based on complaints from owners of the 2020 BMW X3, several common problems have been reported:
- Check Engine Lights: Some BMW X3 owners have reported check engine lights coming on around 15,000 miles. Various reasons can trigger this light, requiring the use of an OBD-II scan tool to identify the specific issue. Repair costs for fixing the problem can range from $50 to $800, depending on the source.
- Paint Chipping Issues: Paint chipping problems have been noted in the first 10,000 miles of driving the 2020 BMW X3. The front bumper and hood are particularly prone to stone chips. Owners have addressed this issue through touch-ups costing under $100 or repainting affected areas at approximately $1,000 per panel.
- Recalls: The 2020 BMW X3 has been subject to 13 recalls, which is higher than other small luxury SUVs. Notably, one of the most serious recalls involves the front axle swivel bearings, which could break and lead to a crash. BMW offers free replacements for affected models. Other recalls cover issues with the rearview camera, brake assist system, and steering box, all of which BMW will fix at no cost to owners.
- Electrical Issues: Some owners have faced severe electrical problems with the 2020 BMW X3, requiring multiple visits to the dealership for repairs. Issues range from the car turning off while at a red light, alarm systems malfunctioning, display instrument panel blackouts while driving, to the sunroof closing on its own. These electrical malfunctions pose safety hazards and can be quite disruptive to the driving experience.
- Coolant System: Instances of low coolant warnings have been reported shortly after purchasing the 2020 BMW X3. Some owners have faced challenges with the coolant system, leading to repeated warnings and visits to the service department for repairs. Issues with the heat exchanger have also been identified, causing delays in getting the car fixed due to parts needing to be imported.
- Steering Problems: Owners with the sports steering feature have reported difficulties in controlling the vehicle, with steering becoming heavy or too loose. These steering issues can pose safety risks, making the vehicle harder to control and potentially leading to accidents.
These problems highlight various issues faced by owners of the 2020 BMW X3, ranging from software glitches and paint chipping to more serious concerns like electrical malfunctions and steering issues. Owners have had to deal with these issues through software updates, repairs, and in some cases, recalls to address safety-related problems.
What is the common problem with BMW X3?
Q: What are common problems across BMW X3 models? A: Common issues include broken timing chain guides, sunroof leaks, rattles, oil leaks, overheating engines due to coolant system problems, faulty window regulators, steering problems, problematic EGR systems in diesel engines, and more.
What is the reliability score of the BMW X3 2020?
79 out of 100
The 2020 BMW X3 has a predicted reliability score of 79 out of 100. A J.D. Power predicted reliability score of 91-100 is considered the Best, 81-90 is Great, 70-80 is Average, and 0-69 is Fair and considered below average.
What year is the best year for BMW X3?
Early media reports were overall positive for the X3 model. And in 2005 the Canadian Automotive journalist Association Crown it the best SUV of the year a year later the X3 was face lifted with a
How many miles can a BMW X3 last?
Normal mileage for the BMW X3 is 150,000-200,000 miles. We can safely say that the high mileage for the vehicle is 130,000-140,000. At this point, the BMW X3 is nearing the lower end of its lifespan and is thus far more prone to issues. The value has also dropped significantly since the initial purchase price.
What is the common problem with BMW X3?
Q: What are common problems across BMW X3 models? A: Common issues include broken timing chain guides, sunroof leaks, rattles, oil leaks, overheating engines due to coolant system problems, faulty window regulators, steering problems, problematic EGR systems in diesel engines, and more.
What is the reliability score of the BMW X3 2020?
79 out of 100
The 2020 BMW X3 has a predicted reliability score of 79 out of 100. A J.D. Power predicted reliability score of 91-100 is considered the Best, 81-90 is Great, 70-80 is Average, and 0-69 is Fair and considered below average.
What year is the best year for BMW X3?
Early media reports were overall positive for the X3 model. And in 2005 the Canadian Automotive journalist Association Crown it the best SUV of the year a year later the X3 was face lifted with a
How many miles can a BMW X3 last?
Normal mileage for the BMW X3 is 150,000-200,000 miles. We can safely say that the high mileage for the vehicle is 130,000-140,000. At this point, the BMW X3 is nearing the lower end of its lifespan and is thus far more prone to issues. The value has also dropped significantly since the initial purchase price.
2020 Bmw X3 car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Bmw X3 problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Electrical system problems
- Power train problems
- Unknown or other problems
- Air bags problems
- Engine problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2020 Bmw X3 vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 2020 Bmw X3
The NHTSA has received 51 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2020 Bmw X3. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 2020 Bmw X3 vehicles.
2024-10-15
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,STRUCTURE,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-10-03
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 5UXTS1C08L9
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,STRUCTURE,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: The accident happened at Noon on [XXX] at the Amazon Fresh/Post office parking lot’s far right exit lane facing [XXX] The address is [XXX] . We were leaving the parking lot and I stopped at the exit lane with 2 cars in front of us. After the first car exited, the second car, a black Ford Explorer, moved forward. I released the brake slightly but my foot was still on the brake pedal. At this moment, my car suddenly accelerated and quickly approached the Explorer. I immediately pressed the brake pedal hard but was unable to stop my car and hit the back of the Explorer. The Explorer was forced out in front of the stop sign but the driver was able to turn right to park at the roadside. With my foot still firmly on the brake pedal, my car kept on accelerating into [XXX] , crossing 5 lanes of traffic until we hit the roadside curb of westbound [XXX] . The car then swerved left and hit a roadside tree, turning sideways into [XXX] middle turn lane. During this entire time, I did not press the accelerator and the car was violently shaking and jerking right and left. As the car slowed down, I was able to steer the car to the right eastbound lane of [XXX] , next to the parking lot near Bank of America’s ATM sign. After I got out of the car, I noticed the front and right sides of the body and tires were damaged including crushing, dents, and significant scratching. The problem I believe is as follows: 1.Sudden Unintended Acceleration and Control Circuit Malfunction. 2.Airbags did not deploy even though we hit a car, curb and tree. 3.Onboard Data Recorder should have the information needed. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
2024-09-19
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-09-09
- VIN: 5UXTY9C00L9
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: The contact owns a 2020 BMW X3. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V534000 (Structure); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
2024-08-14
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-08-08
- VIN: 5UXTY5C08L9
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: The contact owns a 2020 BMW X3. The contact stated while the vehicle was parked, the message to “Drive Safely - See Nearest BMW Service Center” was displayed on the instrument panel. The vehicle was driven to a dealer to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the wiring harness associated with the driver’s and passenger’s side knee air bags needed to be replaced; however, the part for the repair was not available. The contact researched online and became aware of Manufacturer Communications Number: B650122; however, the vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 20,243.
2024-06-10
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-04-07
- VIN: 5YMTS0C08L9
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: The differential mounting bolt will fail causing your differential to fall which breaks your driveshaft your transfer case and your exhaust system. This has been reported in well over 100 cars there is no warning light if driving at interstate speeds and this happens it could be catastrophic.
2024-04-26
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-12-18
- VIN: 5UXTY5C09L9
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS
- Summary: This is the message I get: "Driver restraint system malfunction. Passenger knee airbag rewired to control module . Carefully drive to the closest service center. Driver restraint system is reduced. Increased risk of injury in case of a collision. Continue wearing safety belt. Driver restraint system malfunction. " I went to Cavender BMW and was told the problem is with the Passenger knee airbag rewired to control module. The cost would be $1,400. I have 24,122 miles on the car. My salesman said that there have been quite a few of these problems. It seems there should be a recall if that is the case.
2024-03-13
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-03-13
- VIN: 5YMTS0C0XL9
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: I have records of over 900 other consumers including myself that have been asking BMW to fix a potential deadly lighting malfunction that leaves you with no dash lighting or a whiteout. This problem effects all the dash and HVAC controls where you can't see any the dash and safety components. I've reached out to BMW and they refuse to acknowledge the problem and have asked me to stop.
2024-01-10
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-12-26
- VIN: 5UXTS1C04L9
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: I purchased the vehicle used on December 2, 2023. The vehicle randomly and intermittently exhibits a check engine light in normal driving conditions. The vehicle was inspected prior to sale, and engine oil was replaced prior to sale. The check engine light turns on and off sporadically but seems to turn on when the vehicle switches from electric to combustion engine.
2024-01-09
EXTERIOR LIGHTING,UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-01-01
- VIN: 5UXTY9C07L9
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: This issue affects nearly ALL modern vehicles that support ONLY dark mode for backlit/light-imitting dashboard/infotainment screens. Back-lit, white text on a black background is very difficult to read for some people with certain medical conditions. For example, my wife has an intraocular lens implant. She can read road signs and physical 'white on black' text fine, but the LED backlit screen white text on a black screen causes the white lettering to glare and be blurry, making it difficult to read. I see this as a safety issue as she has to spend more time trying to read the dashboard and AC/Radio controls. Simple fix - require all auto manufacturers to include both a dark mode and a light mode for electronic displays. Currently the only ones I'm aware of who have a light mode display are Tesla and Hyundai.
2023-12-18
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-12-15
- VIN: 5UXTY5C09L9
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS
- Summary: Received warning on screen. “Driver restraint system malfunction carefully drive to the closest service center driver restraint system is reduced. Increased risk of injury in case of collision. Continue using safety belt.” I took the car in, and this was the diagnosis: “Driver restraint system malfunction. Passenger knee airbag rewired to control module” 24,122 miles on the car. $1400
2023-12-16
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-12-14
- VIN: 5UXTY3C02LL
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: The driver passenger restraint system light comes on which is a manufacturer defect that should be covered for the life of the vehicle (this is not a wear-and-tear) component. I called BMW and was told that the part is out of warranty. I would like an investigation of this part for all BMW X3 as the defect can result in fatalities.
2023-11-27
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-03-01
- VIN: 5UXTY3C09L9
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: 1. Whenever I refill my tank the car will start knocking. It will be only for 1 or 2 sudden jerks. I have tried every grade and nearly all the brands of fuel but its still the same. Even I escalated the same issue when I had my car service done. But to no avail. It happens when I refuel the tank. Otherwise, no issue to my surprise. I Need to know if it’s a known issue? If yes then why no one reached out to me to provide solution for it? Its been years i have tried to escalate it but no resolution. 2. When i use turn signals (either left or right) it start skipping click sound. even when the engine is ON and even when auto engine start is switched off. It happens not all the times but occasionally. I also escalated it when i went for service but i was told if its not logged in system then nothing cant be done. For both issues i dont see any resolution. First issue is way too annoying as sometimes i loose power to engine.
2023-10-18
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-10-18
- VIN: 5UXTY5C0XL9
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: Trying to come to a redlight stop at about 35mph. Brakes stopped working and engine started revving really high by itself while trying to stop. Almost slammed into the car in front. Could not reproduce the problem and have no idea what is going on. The car also has all the safety features to prevent hitting something but did not work. Luckily the car in front moved forward to avoid the collision. Turned car off and back on to try to reset the car.
2023-07-09
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-07-08
- VIN: 5YMTS0C00L9
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: Was driving the vehicle home and while driving I heard a loud pop and a thump. Had the vehicle towed home to see that the real differential bolt had sheared off the head!
2023-07-07
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-05-15
- VIN: 5YMTS0C07L9
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: The contact owns a 2020 BMW X3. The contact stated while driving 10-15 MPH, he heard an abnormal noise from the rear differential bolt. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact took the vehicle to the local dealer and made them aware of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer had not been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 35,000.
2023-07-01
VISIBILITY/WIPER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-06-23
- VIN: 5UXTY5C09L9
- Components: VISIBILITY/WIPER
- Summary: When we closed the front driver seat of the car while the car was parked, the back moonroof glass exploded, meaning the glass shattered into a ton of little pieces. Those glass pieces fell all over the back seat. There was no external cause such as something falling on the glass, etc. This happened at the same time as when we closed the front driver door. There were no seen issues with the glass prior to it breaking such as cracks or otherwise, and we had just bought the car BMW certified 2 months prior. BMW has indicated they are not taking responsibility, as they "can't rule out external forces" (although there are clearly none) and told me to reach out to my insurance for coverage. Glass falling all over the back seat is clearly a safety issue.
2023-06-07
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-05-21
- VIN: 5YMTS0C09L9
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: The contact owns a 2020 BMW X3. The contact stated while accelerating from a stop, there was a loud, popping sound coming from the vehicle. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact inspected the vehicle and discovered that the upper rear differential mounting bolt head had sheared off. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer and the failure was confirmed. The vehicle was repaired under warranty. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 36,000.
2023-06-07
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-06-07
- VIN: 5YMTS0C07L9
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: The issue is with the rear differential carrier bolt, Part # 33176760336. This bolt shears at the hex head and causes the differential assembly to misalign with the rest of the driveline components and causes further failures of the driveshaft and other items. Just in the past month I have seen several people post on the BMW X3M facebook groups and also on Internet forums about their broken bolt causing issues. The OEM bolt is a 10.9 grade bolt that does not appear to be able to take the stress put on it for daily driving. My car is exhibiting symptoms that others have heard in their cars before the failure occurred, Clunking when putting the car into drive or reverse. This can also be heard while going into second gear and driving at 5-20mph on light throttle then letting off the gas pedal and getting back on, this will cause the differential to clunk back onto the bolt and off. This is a failure due to a simple bolt component that could be enhanced by BMW to a higher tensile strength to avoid this situation from happening on the highway.
2023-06-07
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-06-02
- VIN: 5YMTS0C07LL
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: Consistently breaking differential bolt that hold the rear differential in place, very widespread issue as well as being consistently noted in forums. Also a high number of differential completely failing across all years. Mine failed recently, two other vehicles at the same dealership had a broken differential. There needs to be a recall on both of these issues.
2023-06-07
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-05-07
- VIN: 5YMTS0C0XLL
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: The contact owns a 2020 BMW X3. The contact stated that while the accelerator pedal was depressed, the vehicle made an abnormal sound. The contact stated he self-inspected the vehicle and noticed a loosened blot in the rear differential. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who informed the contact that the failure was a common failure with the year, make, and model. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and referred the contact to file a complaint with the NHTSA Hotline. The failure mileage was approximately 25,000.
2023-06-07
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-06-01
- VIN: 5YMTS0C05LL
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: The rear differential bolt is a known failure point on these cars. I see it time and time again where there is a clunk noise coming from the rear of the car and sure enough, the bolt has broken on the rear differential and leaves the car undriveable. BMW has said that they are unable to do anything without NHTSA informing them of the issue. There needs to be a recall or active service bulletin to address this issue. This failure is not a matter of “if”, it is a matter of “when”. There needs to be a stronger bolt in place otherwise it is a near $5000 repair to replace the rear differential if not covered under warranty.
2023-06-07
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-03-01
- VIN: 5YMTS0C05L9
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: Rear differential disconnected from vehicle due to mounting bolt snapping, rear differential was also previously replaced by bmw before I purchased vehicles due to rear differential failure
2023-06-07
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-05-03
- VIN: 5YMTS0C09L9
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: The differential is making clicking noises at low speed especially when on and off the gas.
2023-06-01
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-12-20
- VIN: 5UXTY3C02LL
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: While the car was still under warranty, I got an error message about passenger restraint malfunction. I took to the dealer and was told that it was caused by an iPad found under driver seat. They turned off the warning. Three months later, I get the same message again. The car is now out of warranty and I was told the error is for knee airbag wire that would take 10 hours to get to and repair, if that’s the problem. The cost will be $3800. I decided to wait. Car has 53,000 miles on it. First time I took to the dealer was on December 20,2022. Malfunction light came back on April 28,2023. I couldn’t get an appointment until May 31, 2023.
2023-05-24
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-05-22
- VIN: 5UXTY5C0XLL
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: Driving in a rural area on a paved road when an explosion of the sun roof glass occurred showering the driver and passenger with glass. Most of the glass blew away from the vehicle as the window exploded upward. A noise like a shot gun. No warning no any justifiable cause for the incident.
2023-04-28
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-01-01
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: The contact owns a 2020 BMW X3. The contact stated that the passenger’s side restraint system warning message was displayed on the instrument panel. The contact stated that the sensor failed to recognize an occupant seated in the passenger’s side seat. Due to the failure, the air bag warning light remained off while a passenger was seated in the front passenger’s seat. The dealer was notified of the failure and the contact was informed that he had to pay out-of-pocket for the repair. The manufacturer was also notified of the failure but offered no assistance. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 70,000. The VIN was not available.
2020 Bmw X3 recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 15 recalls for different components of the 2020 Bmw X3.
2024-10-15
- Manufacturer: BMW of North America, LLC
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018-2022 X3 sDrive30i, X3 xDrive30i, X3 M40i, and X3 M vehicles. The attachment for the rear cargo rail may become damaged in a rear crash and result in the cargo rail detaching.
- Consequence: Interior rear cargo rail detachment during a crash can increase the risk of injury.
- Remedy: Dealers will replace the rear cargo rail attachment bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed December 6, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Vehicles in this recall were previously remedied for this issue under recall number 24V-534 and will need to have the new repair completed.
2024-07-17
- Manufacturer: BMW of North America, LLC
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018-2023 X3 sDrive30i, X3 xDrive30i, X3 M40i, and X3 M vehicles. The attachment for the interior cargo rail may become damaged in a rear crash and result in the cargo rail detaching.
- Consequence: Interior cargo rail detachment during a rear crash can increase the risk of injury.
- Remedy: Dealers will replace the rear cargo rail attachment bolts, free of charge. Letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed September 13, 2024. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 30, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
2023-03-29
- Manufacturer: BMW of North America, LLC
- Components: SEATS
- Summary: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019-2021 330i, 330i xDrive, M340i xDrive, 2020-2021 X3 sDrive30i, X3 xDrive30i, X3 M40i, X3M, 2021 X3 xDrive30e, X4 xDrive30i, and X4M vehicles. The seat frame may not have been welded properly to the seat rails.
- Consequence: An improperly welded seat frame may not properly restrain the occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
- Remedy: Dealers will replace the seat frame and back rest, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 22, 2023. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
2021-08-02
- Manufacturer: BMW of North America, LLC
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020 M340i, M340i xDrive, 540i, 540i xDrive, X3 M40i, 2020-2021 X4 M40i, 745Le xDrive, 2019-2021 Z4 M40i, and 2020-2021 Toyota Supra vehicles. During engine start, the engine management software may cause loss of braking assist. Full mechanical braking (without assist) remains available.
- Consequence: Loss of braking assist can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: Dealers will update the engine management software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 17, 2021. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
2021-02-19
- Manufacturer: BMW of North America, LLC
- Components: BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
- Summary: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019-2021 X3 sDrive30i, X3 xDrive30i, X3 M40i, X3M, X4 xDrive30i, X4 M40i, M550i, X4M, X5 sDrive40i, X5 xDrive40i, X5 xDrive50i, X5M, X5 M50i, X7 xDrive40i, X7 xDrive50i, X7 M50i, Alpina XB7, 330i, 330i xDrive, M340i, M340i xDrive, and 8 Series Coupe, Convertible and Grand Coupe, 840i, 840i xDrive, M850i xDrive, M8, 2020-2021 530e, 530e xDrive, 330e, 330e xDrive, 745Le, 745Le xDrive, X5 xDrive45e, X3 xDrive30e, X6 sDrive40i, X6 xDrive40i, X6 xDrive50i, X6 M50i, X6M, 530i, 530i xDrive, 540i, 540i xDrive, M550i xDrive, M5, 740i, 740Li, 740Li xDrive, M760i Drive, M760Li xDrive, 750Li xDrive Alpina, Alpina B7 xDrive, and 2021 4 Series Coupe 430i, 430i xDrive, M440i xDrive vehicles. When shifting into Reverse, a small portion of the rearview image may be obscured, or the screen may not illuminate. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
- Consequence: If the driver relies on only the rearview camera image, the missing or reduced rearview image view can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
- Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rearview camera software and update it if necessary, free of charge. The recall began April 16, 2021. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
2020-09-30
- Manufacturer: BMW of North America, LLC
- Components: BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
- Summary: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020-2021 X3 sDrive 30i, X3 xDrive 30i, X3M 40i, X3 xDrive 30e, X4 xDrive 30i, X4M 40i, 530i, 540i, 540i xDrive, M550i xDrive, M5, 550e, 550e xDrive, and 550e iPerformance vehicles. A small portion of the rearview image may be slightly obscured. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
- Consequence: If the driver relies on only the rearview camera image, the reduced rearview image view can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
- Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, program the rearview camera with updated software. The recall began November 18, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
2020-09-30
- Manufacturer: BMW of North America, LLC
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY
- Summary: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020-2021 530e, 530e xDrive, 530e iPerformance and X3 xDrive30e and MINI Cooper Countryman All4 SE, 2020 BMW i8, and 2021 330e, 330e xDrive, 745Le xDrive and X5 xDrive45e vehicles. Debris may have entered one or more of the hybrid battery cells during their production.
- Consequence: The debris could result in a short-circuit, increasing the risk of fire or injury.
- Remedy: BMW will inspect and, if necessary, replace the battery module free of charge. The remedy is currently being developed. Until the remedy is completed, drivers are instructed to not charge their vehicles. Drivers are instructed to not drive in manual mode, sport mode, and to not use the shift paddles. Owners were notified of the safety risk October 23, 2020. The recall began November 24, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
2020-08-18
- Manufacturer: BMW of North America, LLC
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
- Summary: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2021 330e and X5 xDrive45e, 2020-2021 X3 xDrive30e, and 2020 MINI Countryman SE ALL4 vehicles. Loose welding beads may form a conductive path between the hybrid battery cells which could lead to a short-circuit.
- Consequence: A short-circuited hybrid battery may increase the risk of a fire.
- Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the battery modules, free of charge. BMW issued owners an interim notification on October 16, 2020. Although potentially affected BMW owners received interim owner notification letters, all potentially affected BMW owner vehicles have been remedied; therefore, BMW Final owner notification letters will not be necessary. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
2020-07-29
- Manufacturer: BMW of North America, LLC
- Components: BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
- Summary: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020 X3 sDrive40i, X3 xDrive40i and X3M40i vehicles. These vehicles were not programmed with rearview camera software during assembly, therefore, when the transmission is shifted to reverse, a rearview image is not displayed. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rearview Mirrors."
- Consequence: An inoperative rearview camera display can increase the risk of a crash when reversing.
- Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will program the affected vehicles with rearview camera software, free of charge. The recall began August 14, 2020. All vehicles have been remedied as of November 9, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
2020-06-15
- Manufacturer: BMW of North America, LLC
- Components: STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY
- Summary: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019 Z4 sDrive30i, 2019-2020 330i xDrive, M340i and M340i xDrive, 2020 X3M and X4M, and Toyota Supra vehicles. In certain driving conditions, such as high temperatures and rough road surfaces, a steering gear tie rod may become damaged, possibly resulting in a fractured tie rod.
- Consequence: A damaged or fractured tie rod may affect vehicle handling and control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: BMW and Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering gear tie rods, free of charge. The recall began August 14, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371.
2020-03-19
- Manufacturer: BMW of North America, LLC
- Components: SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY
- Summary: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020 X3 xDrive30e, X4 xDrive30i, X4 M40i, X4M, 330i, 330i xDrive, M340i, 840i Gran Coupe, 840i xDrive Gran Coupe, M850i xDrive Gran Coupe, M8 Gran Coupe, X3 sDrive30i, X3 xDrive30i, X3 M40i, X3M, and 840i xDrive Convertible vehicles. The sensors in the front seat belt buckles may inaccurately detect a belted occupant as unbelted, possibly causing the air bag and seat belt pretensioners to deploy improperly in the event of a crash.
- Consequence: If the air bag and/or seat belt pretensioners deploy improperly in the event of a crash, there is an increased risk of injury to the driver and front passenger.
- Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the front seat belt buckles, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began May 18, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
2020-03-18
- Manufacturer: BMW of North America, LLC
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
- Summary: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019-2020 X4 xDrive30i and X4 M40i, and 2018-2020 X3 sDrive30i, X3 xDrive30i, X3 M40i, and X3M vehicles. The instrument panel casing may not have been tightened properly to the passenger air bag.
- Consequence: In the event of a crash necessitating air bag deployment, the air bag could damage the instrument panel and cause small pieces of the panel to strike the driver or other occupants, increasing the risk of injury.
- Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the instrument panel casing, free of charge. The recall began May 15, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
2019-10-16
- Manufacturer: BMW of North America, LLC
- Components: STEERING:RACK AND PINION:PINION SHAFT
- Summary: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020 BMW X3 M40i and X4 M40i vehicles. The steering rack pinion teeth may break under load, resulting in a loss of steering control.
- Consequence: A loss of steering control increases risk of a crash.
- Remedy: BMW has notified owners, and dealers will replace the steering gear, free of charge. The recall began October 9, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
2019-09-27
- Manufacturer: BMW of North America, LLC
- Components: BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
- Summary: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018 540d, 2018-2020 530i, 530i xDrive, 540i, 540i xDrive, M550i xDrive, M5, 530e, 530e xDrive, X3 sDrive, X3 xDrive, X3 M40i, X3 M, and 2019-2020 X4 xDrive, X4 M40i, X4 M, X7 xDrive, X7 M50i, 740Li, 740Li xDrive, 750Li, 750Li xDrive, 8 Series Convertible and Coupe 840i, 840i xDrive, M850i xDrive, X5 sDrive, X5 xDrive, X5 M50i, X6 xDrive, X6 M50i, 330i, 330i xDrive, M340i, M340i xDrive, Z4 sDrive, Z4 M40i, 740Le xDrive and 745Le xDrive, 2018-2019 640i xDrive Gran Turismo and Rolls-Royce Phantom, 2019 M850i xDrive Gran Coupe and Rolls-Royce Cullinan and 2020 Toyota Supra vehicles. The back-up camera and display settings can be adjusted such that the rear view image is no longer visible and the system will retain that setting the next time the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rearview Mirrors."
- Consequence: The lack of an image in the back-up camera display increases the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will update the back-up camera software, free of charge. The recall began November 8, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or Rolls-Royce at 1-877-877-3735. Toyota owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371.
2019-09-25
- Manufacturer: BMW of North America, LLC
- Park It: 1
- Components: SUSPENSION:FRONT
- Summary: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020 X3 sDrive30i, X3 xDrive30i, and X3 M40i vehicles, X4 xDrive30i, and X4 M40i vehicles. The front axle swivel bearings may not have been properly heat treated during manufacturing, reducing their strength and possibly causing them to break.
- Consequence: Broken swivel bearings can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: BMW has notified owners and instructed them to not drive their vehicles. Dealers will replace the front axle swivel bearings, free of charge. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Negative 2020 Bmw X3 car reviews
Positive 2020 Bmw X3 car reviews
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This is my fifth BMW. I'm so glad to say that one and a half years into ownership, I'm still very pleased with it. In fact, I think it handles the best out of all of them.
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I decided to upgrade my X1 to the X3 to get the peanut butter interior color and I'm so glad I did. I love everything about my X1 and love my X3 just as much if not more. I especially love that the X3's braking system is so much better and it's just as comfortable as the X1. The driving and handling are just as good and it performed perfectly when I took it on a road trip. BMW will be my future buys because why fix it if it's not broken.
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I love everything about this car, and I've had many. The only thing I would change is getting rid of the RFT tires. It's been an awesome, trouble-free 28,000 miles!
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This SUV is truly excellent, excelling in fuel economy, space, and handling. I recently replaced my 2017 Q5, which felt far too soft in comparison.
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Once you experience the power of the accelerator pedal, it feels like heaven. However, even after driving on a mildly bumpy road, I feel like I need to see a chiropractor.
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Any regrets, or major issues with your X3M...? - XBimmers | BMW X3 ...
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Jul 18, 2020 ... Anyhow, give me your reasons why you might not make the purchase over again... AlexFL 03:09 PM 07-18-2020.
2020-2022 X3 known issues? : r/BMWX3
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Jun 24, 2023 ... Depends on model too. 30i needs motor mounts, they're pretty soft and collapse. Coolant hoses eventually too. Water pump eventually.
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Nov 14, 2023 ... Reliability 8/10 – There are no major problems reported on the 2020 X3. Avoid models from 2013 which have engine problems, while 2015–2022 are ...
2020 X3 common issues and problems : r/BMWX3
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Nov 6, 2023 ... 2020 X3 common issues and problems ... No major issues on mine. Might pre-emptively replace the weather stripping around the moon roof. ... I just ...
2020 BMW X3 Problems | Kelley Blue Book
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Judge Leuschke 2024-11-20
I have owned three BMWs, and I can confidently say that this one has the roughest suspension I have ever experienced, even compared to pickup trucks and jeeps.
Marcellus Walker 2024-08-19
I hope you're doing well. I wanted to share that my vehicle has been at the dealership for 2 months now waiting for suspension parts to be replaced after hitting a massive pot hole. While I understand that COVID-19 may be impacting shipping times, I'm disappointed that it's taking so long. Thank you for your attention to this matter.
Austyn Hintz 2024-08-12
I had one of these for about a week as a loaner. Can’t say I loved it. After 20+ years driving BMWs my bar is high. And BMW has mostly lost its way. I think they have more SKUs than Walmart now. 1s, 2s, 4s, Xs, etc. One as milquetoast as the next. The X3 is a hideous thing to look at. I felt my inspiration being sucked out of me seeing it sitting in the parking spot usually reserved for my immaculate 530xi sport wagon. But it’s a BMW and I’m fair so I’ll say this: Pros: BMW engine. The 2.0 turbo is very smooth, strong, and quiet. Brakes are big and responsive. The ride is smooth and it feels nimble despite feeling big. Seats are comfy and the panorama roof is amazing. Backseats are big and comfy too. And the backup camera is surprisingly good. Heads up display is sharp too. Cons: To me, the steering and the interior are almost inexcusable. The steering is totally fake feeling with none of the feedback or experience BMW is known for. Likewise, the interior features a few pieces of wood veneer surrounded by rough ugly plastic. The seats, while comfy, look cheesy. What passes for ‘leather’ is very vinyl and disappointing. Sure, 3 series have always been modest, but this one is just downright cheap. The nav screen has too many submenus and takes forever to accomplish anything (5 menus to turn on seat heat). It also obstructs your peripheral view of the road. And the iDrive controls are in an awkward position and more complicated than ever. Compared to a well-appointed Subaru Outback at the same price, I’d take the Outback. The BMW engine is better hands down, but the Outback looks better, drives better, has a better cabin, better nav/infotainment, and waaaay more cargo room. I regret saying this as much as you probably regret reading it. I’m BMW through and through, but this thing is mostly just confusing.
Korey Mraz 2024-06-01
My BMW is overheating at 37k miles. Although I am disappointed, I am grateful that it is still under warranty. I have previously owned American and Japanese vehicles that have driven over 120k miles without any overheating issues. However, I am confident that BMW will resolve this issue and I will continue to enjoy driving my car.
Adriel Batz 2024-05-27
I fully configured my 2020 BMW X3 M40i, but unfortunately, a few features were not available such as remote start, dimly lit dash gauges, ventilated seats with bolsters, and Android Auto. Despite these shortcomings, I still find the car to be comfortable with smooth ride and comfortable seats. After driving it for 3700 miles over a year, I have decided to switch to a Cadillac or Lexus. Although the BMW has great power and gas mileage, I am looking for a change. I loved my 2013 Vette, but it was difficult to get in and out of with my bad back and being 70 years old. The Cadillac XT5 would be a better fit for me, even though it won't be as fast as the BMW. However, since I usually drive in congested traffic, I won't be able to speed anyway.