2023 BMW X3

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2023 BMW X3
RENDERED 2026-08-02T12:46:13.846Z

Only 10 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 10 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

2023: 10 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

Only 10 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

STRUCTURE

3 of 10 total reports mention: structure.

CRASH INJURY

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As I was driving today in the freeway my sunroof exploded. As far as I can tell, It was not caused by rocks or other cars, it just exploded putting my wife and I in a dangerous situation having to park on the side of the freeway.

NHTSA ODI report, 20241006

Sensor for forward collision warning failed to work and I was involved in an accident.

NHTSA ODI report, 20230707

STEERING

1 of 10 total reports mentions: steering.

POWER TRAIN

1 of 10 total reports mentions: power train.

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES

1 of 10 total reports mentions: latches/locks/linkages.

FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE

1 of 10 total reports mentions: forward collision avoidance.

CRASH

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Sensor for forward collision warning failed to work and I was involved in an accident.

NHTSA ODI report, 20230707

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20240126 — power train

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2023 Toyota GR Supra, 3 Series Sedan (330i xDrive, M340i xDrive, M3), 5 Series Sedan (530i, 530i xDrive, M5), 4 Series Gran Coupe (430i, 430i xDrive), 4 Series Coupe (430i, 430i xDrive, M440i...

Remedy: Dealers will replace the transmission mechatronics module and the automatic transmission fluid, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 26, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Campaign 23V821000 — 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 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