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BMW of North America, LLC: Steering:Linkages:Drag:Power Assist System (2025 BMW X3, 2026 BMW X3)

Vehicles & EquipmentSource: NHTSA · Date: 2025-12-11

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Company / brand
BMW of North America, LLC
Product
2025 BMW X3; 2026 BMW X3
Reason / hazard
Unintended steering wheel movement while the vehicle is stationary increases the risk of an injury and on the road, a crash.
What to do (remedy)
The steering system software will be updated, free of charge, either over-the-air (OTA) or by a dealer. Owner notification letters were mailed February 6, 2026. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning February 2, 2026.
Distribution / sold at
Potentially affected: 36922
Defect
BMW of North America, LLC is recalling certain 2025-2026 X3 vehicles. While the vehicle is stationary, unexpected steering wheel movement (rotation) may occur.
Component
STEERING:LINKAGES:DRAG:POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
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