2007 BMW X3
This year's complaint volume is within 30% of this model's typical year.
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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2004 | 138 |
| 2005 | 103 |
| 2006 | 143 |
| 2007 | 98 |
| 2008 | 66 |
| 2009 | 18 |
| 2010 | 32 |
| 2011 | 111 |
| 2012 | 42 |
| 2013 | 226 |
| 2014 | 84 |
| 2015 | 105 |
| 2016 | 81 |
| 2017 | 92 |
| 2018 | 72 |
| 2019 | 164 |
| 2020 | 106 |
| 2021 | 100 |
| 2022 | 65 |
| 2023 | 10 |
| 2024 | 32 |
| 2025 | 34 |
| 2026 | 14 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
37% of complaints: air bags — 36 distinct reports on file.
CRASH FIRE INJURYShow complaint excerpts
1. My car is very old and has 189,000 miles. Takata airbag recalls are now known and issued by the NHSTA, it shows that I have 6 recalls and BMW does not see the recalls.
NHTSA ODI report, 20230908
TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 BMW X3. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V071000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIR WERE UNAVAILABLE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20170706
TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 BMW X3. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V071000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS NOT YET AVAILABLE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20170703
26% of complaints: engine — 25 distinct reports on file.
FIREShow complaint excerpts
TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2007 BMW X3. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED WITH THE ENGINE RUNNING, THE VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FIRE STARTED IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT AND THEN SPREAD TO THE ENTIRE VEHICLE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20180104
14% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 14 distinct reports on file.
FIREShow complaint excerpts
TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2007 BMW X3. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED WITH THE ENGINE RUNNING, THE VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FIRE STARTED IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT AND THEN SPREAD TO THE ENTIRE VEHICLE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20180104
13% of complaints: seats — 13 distinct reports on file.
FIRE INJURY9% of complaints: electrical system — 9 distinct reports on file.
FIRE INJURYShow complaint excerpts
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 BMW X3. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE SHOOK AND VARIOUS WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE HAZARD LIGHTS WERE ACTIVATED AND THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY STALLED.
NHTSA ODI report, 20180105
SAFETY TIMELINE
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2006-2010 BMW X3 2.5i, X3 3.0i and X3 xDrive30i Sports Activity Vehicles.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger seat occupant detection mat, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed on November 27, 2017.
Campaign 17V605000 — check if this car was fixed
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2008-2011 128i and 2007-2011 328i, 328xi, 328i xDrive, 525i, 525xi, 528i, 528xi, 530i, 530xi, X3 3.0si, X3 xDrive30i, X5 xDrive30i, Z4 3.0i, Z4 3.0si and Z4 sDrive30i vehicles.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the PCV valve heater, free of charge. Interim letters were mailed on November 27, 2017. Owners will receive a second notification by the end of October 2018.
Campaign 17V683000 — check if this car was fixed
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2008-2013 128i and 135i Convertibles, 128i, 135i, and M Coupes, 2007-2010 X3 30si and X3 xDrive30i, 2013-2015 X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i and X1 xDrive35i, 2007-2013 328i, 328i xDrive, 335i, 335is,...
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver air bag. On X5 and X6 vehicles, only the inflator will be replaced. All repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began March 11, 2020.
Campaign 20V017000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2007 BMW X3 — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for air bags issues (36 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine issues (25 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (14 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 17V605000 (air bags) has been completed.
- Verify recall 17V683000 (engine and engine cooling) has been completed.
- Verify recall 20V017000 (air bags) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2007 BMW X3 reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2007 BMW X3 is rated "typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2007 BMW X3?
The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 37% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2007 BMW X3 have?
3 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.