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BMW of North America, LLC: Steering:Linkages:Knuckle:Spindle:Arm (2024 BMW X3, 2025 BMW X3, 2026 BMW X3)

Vehicles & EquipmentSource: NHTSA · Date: 2026-08-12

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Company / brand
BMW of North America, LLC
Product
2024 BMW X3; 2025 BMW X3; 2026 BMW X3
Reason / hazard
An incorrectly attached steering spindle can lead to a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
What to do (remedy)
Dealers will inspect the steering connection and replace hardware or replace the spindle and column, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed October 2, 2026. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning October 2, 2026.
Distribution / sold at
Potentially affected: 13
Defect
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2024-2026 X3 sDrive30i, X3 30 xDrive, and X3 M50 xDrive vehicles. The steering spindle may have been incorrectly attached to the steering column.
Component
STEERING:LINKAGES:KNUCKLE:SPINDLE:ARM
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