BMW X3 owners have reported 21 back over prevention related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 4 most common back over prevention problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's rearview system braking (10 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's back over prevention (4 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Rearview System Braking problems | |
| Back Over Prevention problems | |
| Warnings problems | |
| Sensing System Camera problems |
Starting in July/August 2025, my 2019 BMW X3 (g01) suffered a total failure of multiple safety-critical systems, including the emergency call (ecall) system, the rearview camera, and frontal collision/pedestrian alert sensors. Read details...
The contact owns a 2020 BMW X3. The contact stated that while reversing, the back over prevention camera displayed a black screen. The contact became aware of NHTSA campaign number: 21v096000 (back over prevention). The vehicle was taken to the dealer however, the vehicle was not diagnosed. Read details...
Brakes are defective and are a serious safety issue. Both brake pads and rotors are factory defective. Rotors are pitted and warped - brand new from factory. Brakes sequel excessively in both forward or backwards motion. Unsafe. Read details...
Due to a TSB (sib 65 12 22) wherein the roof antennae leaks water and causes a short in the telemetry module, the car does not have pedestrian warning, navigation or backup camera / cross traffic warning. The car is drivable, but compromised from a safety perspective. Read details...