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BMW X3 IV (G45) recalls: manufacturer campaigns

4 documented manufacturer recalls: a defect acknowledged by the brand, fixed free of charge at a dealer, even on a used car.

manufacturer campaigns: 4
of 5 versions affected: 5

This guide has not been translated yet: it is shown in its original French version.

Is your version affected?

Find your engine (fuel type and power on the registration document): each row lists the campaigns that concern it. A recall often covers only a production period: only the vehicle identification number (VIN) settles it.

Version	Recalls
20 xDrivePetrol · 208 hp 20d xDriveDiesel · 197 hp 30e xDriveHybrid · 299 hp 40d xDriveDiesel · 303 hp M50 xDrivePetrol · 398 hp	Capteur de direction : rappel constructeur Disques de frein avant : rappel constructeur Câbles du démarreur-générateur : rappel constructeur Appuie-tête arrière : rappel constructeur

Each campaign in detail

Capteur de direction : rappel constructeur
Manufacturer recall
Un rappel publié en 2026 vise les X3 produits entre le 20/06/2023 et le 27/11/2025 : un dysfonctionnement du capteur de direction peut provoquer un mouvement involontaire de la direction, avec un risque accru d'accident.
Fixed free of charge by a dealer and not counted in the reliability score: ask for proof the work was done (invoice, or a VIN check at a dealer).
Single source so far: to be confirmed.
Versions
20 xDrive, 20d xDrive, 30e xDrive, 40d xDrive, M50 xDrive
Onset
not documented
Repair
not documented
Sources
- Fiabilité BMW X3 (2024) : rappels — Fiches-auto (new tab)
Disques de frein avant : rappel constructeur
Manufacturer recall
Rappel publié le 23/05/2025 pour des X3 produits le 19/02/2025 : des disques de frein endommagés ont pu être montés sur l'essieu avant, avec un risque de défaillance du freinage sur la roue concernée en cas de forte sollicitation.
Fixed free of charge by a dealer and not counted in the reliability score: ask for proof the work was done (invoice, or a VIN check at a dealer).
Single source so far: to be confirmed.
Versions
20 xDrive, 20d xDrive, 30e xDrive, 40d xDrive, M50 xDrive
Onset
not documented
Repair
not documented
Sources
- Fiabilité BMW X3 (2024) : rappels — Fiches-auto (new tab)
Câbles du démarreur-générateur : rappel constructeur
Manufacturer recall
Deux rappels publiés le 09/05/2025 : le câble haute tension (B+) du démarreur-générateur peut être mal serré (X3 produits du 09/07/2024 au 03/02/2025), et le câble positif du démarreur-générateur peut être mal fabriqué (X3 produits du 01/09/2023 au 24/03/2025). Risque de surchauffe, d'incendie, de panne au démarrage ou d'arrêt du moteur en roulant.
Fixed free of charge by a dealer and not counted in the reliability score: ask for proof the work was done (invoice, or a VIN check at a dealer).
Single source so far: to be confirmed.
Versions
20 xDrive, 20d xDrive, 30e xDrive, 40d xDrive, M50 xDrive
Onset
not documented
Repair
not documented
Sources
- Fiabilité BMW X3 (2024) : rappels — Fiches-auto (new tab)
Appuie-tête arrière : rappel constructeur
Manufacturer recall
Rappel publié le 19/09/2025 pour des X3 produits entre le 11/07/2024 et le 15/07/2025 : un défaut de fabrication réduit la protection offerte par les appuie-tête extérieurs arrière, avec un risque de blessures aggravées en cas de choc.
Fixed free of charge by a dealer and not counted in the reliability score: ask for proof the work was done (invoice, or a VIN check at a dealer).
Single source so far: to be confirmed.
Versions
20 xDrive, 20d xDrive, 30e xDrive, 40d xDrive, M50 xDrive
Onset
not documented
Repair
not documented
Sources
- Fiabilité BMW X3 (2024) : rappels — Fiches-auto (new tab)

Checking that a recall was done

Note the vehicle identification number (VIN): box E of the French registration certificate.
Ask a dealer of the brand whether each campaign was carried out on this VIN: the check and the repair are free.
Ask the seller for the invoice or dealer certificate for each recall.

Where to check online

Check vehicle recalls (DVSA) (new tab) : for a car registered in the UK, by make, model and VIN.
RappelConso (new tab) : the official French recall website (DGCCRF): search for the make and model.
Safety Gate (new tab) : European alerts on dangerous products, vehicles included.

Recalls of rival models

The same data for the alternatives suggested in the guide.

Model	Recalls	Known faults	Reliability
Audi Q5 III	0	0	not rated
Lexus NX II	2	1	5.0/5
Volkswagen Tiguan III	1	2	4.0/5
BMW X3 III (G01)	1	0	not rated

Recall FAQ

How many recalls has the BMW X3 IV (G45) had?

We have documented 4 manufacturer recalls for the BMW X3 IV (G45): Capteur de direction : rappel constructeur ; Disques de frein avant : rappel constructeur ; Câbles du démarreur-générateur : rappel constructeur ; Appuie-tête arrière : rappel constructeur.

Which versions of the BMW X3 IV (G45) are affected?

Every version in our guides is affected by at least one campaign.

How do I know whether the recalls were done on a used BMW X3 IV (G45)?

Note the vehicle identification number (VIN): box E of the French registration certificate. Ask a dealer of the brand whether each campaign was carried out on this VIN: the check and the repair are free. Ask the seller for the invoice or dealer certificate for each recall.

Do I have to pay for a recall?

No: a manufacturer recall is fixed free of charge by the brand's dealer network, even on a used car bought privately, as long as the campaign is open.

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