Buying a used 2024 BMW X3? Check these 3 recalls first
Two of the three recalls on the 2024 X3 are steering-related: a steering gear that may be loose, and a steering shaft that may be attached incorrectly. The third covers rear doors that can unlock and open unexpectedly. None carries a stop-driving or park-outside instruction. NHTSA lists 36 owner complaints — unverified reports — noting 4 crashes and 2 injuries, concentrated in electrical system (9), back-over prevention (6), unknown/other (5) and power train (4).
Before you buy
- Get the 17-character VIN from the seller and run it at nhtsa.gov/recalls. It shows which recalls are still unrepaired on that exact car.
- Ask for proof both steering recalls (gear and shaft) were completed by a BMW dealer.
- Test each rear door: latch, child locks, and whether any door unlocks on its own while driving.
- On the test drive, check backup camera and rear sensors, plus any electrical warning lights.
- Open recalls are repaired free at any BMW dealer, whoever owns the car — an open recall is a to-do item, not a bill.
Recalls covering the 2024 BMW X3
| Recall | Area | Severity |
|---|---|---|
| BMW steering gear may be loose on several 2024 models | Steering | critical |
| BMW X3 steering shaft may be attached incorrectly | Steering | critical |
| BMW X3 rear doors can unlock and open unexpectedly | Latches/locks/linkages | high |
What owners have reported to NHTSA
36 complaints filed for this model year, including 4 mentioning a crash, 0 a fire and 2 injuries. Complaints are unverified owner reports, and popular models collect more of them simply because more are on the road.
| Problem area | Complaints | Recall in this area? |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 9 | None found |
| Rear Camera | 6 | None found |
| Power Train | 4 | None found |
| Speed Control | 4 | None found |
| Latches And Locks | 4 | Yes |
| Engine | 3 | None found |