MYRModel Year Report

2010 BMW X3 SAV

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2010 BMW X3 SAV
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:38:50.658Z

Only 23 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 23 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
23

Too few to rank

Recalls
3

Campaigns on file for 2010

Investigations
1

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

2007: 160 complaints 2007 2008: 56 complaints 2008 2009: 16 complaints 2009 2010: 23 complaints 2010 23 2011: 13 complaints 2011 2012: 6 complaints 2012
2007: 160 complaints 2007 2008: 56 complaints 2008 2009: 16 complaints 2009 2010: 23 complaints 2010 23 2011: 13 complaints 2011 2012: 6 complaints 2012
2007: 160 complaints 2007 2008: 56 complaints 2008 2009: 16 complaints 2009 2010: 23 complaints 2010 23 2011: 13 complaints 2011 2012: 6 complaints 2012

2010: 23 complaints

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YearComplaints
2007160
200856
200916
201023
201113
20126

Known problem areas

Only 23 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Air bags

15 of 23 total reports mention: air bags.

CRASHINJURY
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Tl* Takata recall. The contact owns a 2010 BMW X3 SAV. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled without warning in the middle of three lanes of traffic. The contact exited the vehicle while the passenger remained inside.

NHTSA ODI report, 2016-11-16

Also filed under Engine

On May 31 2018 I took my X3 in to roseville BMW for air bag recall #B651617 passenger side seat mat they told mw part on order and do not have any person seating in that seat ubtill recall is compleited.

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-10-04

Takata recall, my car has been on the recall list for years and the dealer never seems to have the parts to replace.

NHTSA ODI report, 2017-11-22

Steering

3 of 23 total reports mention: steering.

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Sudden loss of steering power while driving, unable to turn steering wheel while driving and attempting turn in major intersection. Heavy road traffic here in ft lauderdale, almost crashed with my 9 year old on way to school.

NHTSA ODI report, 2012-10-29

Structure

2 of 23 total reports mention: structure, most commonly citing body.

FIRE
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In motion when it started smoking. Stationary when it went up in flames

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-05-03

Engine

2 of 23 total reports mention: engine.

CRASHINJURY

Electrical system

2 of 23 total reports mention: electrical system.

Safety timeline

3 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first

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  1. R
    2014-09-24Engine and engine cooling14V176000 BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2010-2011 128i Coupe, 128i Convertible, 328i Sedan, 328i xDrive Sedan, 328i Coupe, 328i Convertible, 328i Sports Wagon and Z4 sDrive 30i, 2011-2012 135i Coupe, 135i Convertible, 335i...

    Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the four VANOS housing bolts for both VANOS units (intake and exhaust), free of charge.

    Check if this car was fixed →

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    2016-11-01Air bags16V071000 BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2008-2013 128i and 135i coupes and convertibles and 1 Series M coupes, 2006-2011 325i, 325xi, 328i, 328xi, 328i xDrive, 330i, 330xi, 335i, 335xi, 335i xDrive Sedans, 2009-2011 335d...

    Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag module or inflator depending on the vehicle model, free of charge. The recall began March 9, 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

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    2021-09-17Engineering analysisOpen Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture
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    2022-07-22Engine and engine cooling22V119000 BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2008-2013 1 Series Coupe (128i); 2007-2013 3 Series Coupe (328i, 328xi, 328i xDrive); 2007-2010 X3 SAV (X3 3.0si, X3 xDrive30i); 2008-2013 1 Series Convertible (128i); 2006-2011 3 Series Sedan...

    Remedy: This recall supersedes and expands previous NHTSA recalls 17V-683 and 19V-273. Dealers will install an electrical wiring harness with fuse protection for the PCV Valve heater in potentially affected vehicles, free of charge.

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

2010 BMW X3 SAV — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Air bags: 15 reports on file for this year.
  • Steering: 3 reports on file for this year.
  • Structure: 2 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 14V176000 · Engine and engine cooling
  • Recall 16V071000 · Air bags
  • Recall 22V119000 · Engine and engine cooling
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FAQ

Is the 2010 BMW X3 SAV reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2010 BMW X3 SAV?
The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 65% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2010 BMW X3 SAV have?
3 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.