Suspension Related Problems of the 2011 BMW X3

Table 1 shows one common suspension related problems of the 2011 BMW X3.

Table 1. Suspension related problems of BMW X3

Problem Category Number of Problems
Suspension problems
1

Suspension problem

Electronic power control issue caused the vehicle to loose power steering. After starting and driving the vehicle an alert message showed up saying chassis malfunction and power steering issues. Vehicle was stopped and re-started but the issue didn't go away. BMW confirmed there was a malfunction with the eps similar to the NHTSA bulletin 11v341000. Vehicle was manufactured during the period the recall covers and experience the same issues. BMW advised to contact NHTSA to have the VIN added to the recall so they can complete the repair, as otherwise it will not be covered.


Suspension related problems in other BMW X3 model year vehicles:



X3 Service Bulletins
X3 Safety Recalls
X3 Defect Investigations