Equipment Problems of BMW X3

BMW X3 owners have reported 203 equipment related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 9 most common equipment problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's equipment (186 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's carrier/rack (8 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.


Recently reported Equipment problems of BMW X3

The Equipment problem

I own a 2024 BMW X3 that has developed a recurring and unpredictable safety issue with the tailgate. Without any input from me — and without pressing the key fob, tailgate button, or any switch — the rear tailgate will open on its own.   Read details...

The Carrier/rack problem

It had been raining in my area the week of 4/16/2021. On the evening of 4/16/2021 my rear hatch control and rear hatch alarm started malfunctioning. I discovered water had gotten into the electrical compartment in the rear hatch.   Read details...

The Recreational Vehicle Lpg Tank Valve/gauge problem

We previously had an issue with this vehicle where the dashboard gauges were shifting a few inches to the left and lost visibility to the speedometer. This was resolved after a few visits with the gauge cluster being replaced.   Read details...

The Radio/tape Cd Player problem

Air bags started blinking last week and now it just stays on. BMW website states my car is not cover in recent takata air bags recall. Also, yesterday when I was driving in rain car's windshield wipers started getting jerky, sticky and not working properly creating a dangerous driving.   Read details...

The Fuel Filter problem

2016 BMW X3, consumer writes in regard to defective diesel particulate filter.   Read details...




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