2022 BMW X3

▲ Better than typical

2022 BMW X3
RENDERED 2026-08-02T12:46:24.761Z

This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than 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.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

2022: 65 complaints

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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

STRUCTURE 12%

12% of complaints: structure — 8 distinct reports on file.

ENGINE 12%

12% of complaints: engine — 8 distinct reports on file.

FIRE

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On April 26, 2025, while driving my 2022 BMW X3, the vehicle suddenly emitted smoke and caught fire. Fortunately, all five passengers, including myself, were able to exit the car before it became fully engulfed in flames.

NHTSA ODI report, 20250506

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 11%

11% of complaints: electrical system — 7 distinct reports on file.

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When a door or hatch is opened, the car horn is continuously activated for up to two minutes. No switches or key fob buttons deactivate the horn. The dealer service department thinks it is a defective switch or relay in the steering column.

NHTSA ODI report, 20211103

POWER TRAIN 9%

9% of complaints: power train — 6 distinct reports on file.

FIRE

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NHTSA ODI report, 20250506

FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE 9%

9% of complaints: forward collision avoidance — 6 distinct reports on file.

CRASH INJURY

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The front collision warning failed and had not given any problem prior to the failure. We were in a car accident where a person turned left (we were going straight) and passed right in front of us when we hit them.

NHTSA ODI report, 20231018

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20220404 — power train

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2022 330i, 530i, X3 xDrive30i, and X4 xDrive30i vehicles. The mechatronics unit inside the transmission may not have been assembled properly, which could result in an internal leak.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the transmission mechatronics unit, free of charge. All of the vehicle population for this recall have been repaired. Owner notification letters were not mailed. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Campaign 22V070000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20220919 — fuel system, gasoline

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2022 X1 xDrive 28i, X3 xDrive30i, and 228i Gran Coupe vehicles. The high-pressure fuel rail may crack and result in a fuel leak within the engine compartment.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the high-pressure fuel rail, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 19, 2022. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Campaign 22V513000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20241212 — structure

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018-2022 X3 sDrive30i, X3 xDrive30i, X3 M40i, and X3 M vehicles. The attachment for the rear cargo rail may become damaged in a rear crash and result in the cargo rail detaching.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the rear cargo rail attachment bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 12, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Campaign 24V764000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20250102 — structure

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018-2023 X3 sDrive30i, X3 xDrive30i, X3 M40i, and X3 M vehicles. The attachment for the interior cargo rail may become damaged in a rear crash and result in the cargo rail detaching.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the rear cargo rail attachment bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 2, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Campaign 24V534000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20250613 — latches/locks/linkages

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2022-2024 X3 sDrive30i and X3 xDrive30i vehicles. The second-row seat side door locking modules may not function properly and allow the doors to be unlocked with a single motion.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the second-row seat side door locking modules, free of charge. A letter informing owners of the safety risk was mailed on April 21, 2025. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 800-525-7417.

Campaign 25V106000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20260206 — electrical system

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019-2021 BMW 330i, 2019-2022 BMW Z4, 2020-2022 BMW 530i, X3, X4, Toyota Supra, 2021-2022 BMW 430i, 430i Convertible, and 2022 BMW 230i vehicles.

Remedy: Owners are advised to park their vehicles outside and away from structures until the remedy is complete. Dealers will replace the engine starter, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 6, 2026.

Campaign 25V636000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20260327 — electrical system

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Toyota Supra, 2022-2023 2 Series Coupe, 2021-2024 5 Series (xDrive), 2021-2022 Z4, 2022-2024 4 Series (Gran Coupe), 2021-2024 4 Series (Convertible and xDrive Convertible), 2021-2023 4...

Remedy: Dealers will replace the engine starter, free of charge. A letter informing owners of the safety risk was mailed on March 27, 2026. Owners will receive another letter once the remedy is available.

Campaign 26V056000 — check if this car was fixed