BMW X3 rear spoiler may detach while driving
medium How serious is it? About this label
A detached spoiler mainly endangers other drivers behind you and can cause a crash; the notice does not tell owners to stop driving, so the vehicle can be used until the inspection.
What's wrong, in plain English
On these BMW X3s, the rear spoiler — the trim piece across the back of the vehicle — may not have been attached correctly at the factory, or may be missing screws altogether. Because of that, it can come loose and fly off while you are driving. A part that size landing on the road becomes a hazard for the drivers behind you, who may swerve or hit it. The dealer inspects how your spoiler is attached and secures it properly if needed.
What you should do
Affected vehicles (1)
Who to contact
BMW — official BMW recall lookup
Customer service: 1-800-525-7417
The bigger picture
- BMW body panel and structure recalls: what owners should know · all 11 BMW recalls in this area
Official notice
- Component
- STRUCTURE:BODY
- Summary
- BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018 BMW X3 xDrive30i and X3 M40i vehicles. The rear spoiler may not have been properly attached during assembly, or may be missing screws, possibly causing the spoiler to detach while driving.
- Safety risk
- If the spoiler detaches while driving, it can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the spoiler, correcting its attachment as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin May 1, 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Verify your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov. Recall repairs are free of charge by law.