Table 1 shows five common steering related problems of the 2004 BMW X3. The number one most common problem is related to the electric power assist steering system (one problem). The second most common problem is related to the steering failed (one problem).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Electric Power Assist Steering System problems | |
| Steering Failed problems | |
| Steering problems | |
| Steering Tie Rod Assembly problems | |
| Steering Rod Relay Connection problems |
Steering is extremely difficult during very hot weather. It is very difficult to make any kind of steering adjustment. Read details...
June 6, 2004, we purchased the BMW 545i from irvine BMW. While driving in July, in the middle of a turn, the steering wheel locked, I shut of the engine and the steering reset itself. The car was at the dealer for 3 weeks. Read details...
BMW X3 is unsafe to drive on certain road conditions. It will swerve and come close to pulling into oncoming traffic. It is sudden and at times I have just avoided an accident. BMW said that they will not correct this and claims it is how the car is meant to drive. Read details...