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2008 BMW X3
3 Recalls for 2008 BMW X3
| Recall Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|
| 2020-01-15 | AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE | 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, 335i xDrive and M3 Coupes, 2006-2011 328i, 328xi, 328i xDrive, 325i, 325xi, 330i, 330xi, 335i, 335xi, 335i 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. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. |
| 2017-09-28 | AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION | BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2006-2010 BMW X3 2.5i, X3 3.0i and X3 xDrive30i Sports Activity Vehicles. The front passenger seat occupant detection mat that determines if, and how, the passenger frontal air bag should deploy in a crash may fatigue and develop cracks which could lead to a system failure. 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. A second notification letter will be sent when parts are available. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. |
| 2017-10-30 | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CRANKCASE (PCV) | 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. The heater for the positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) valve may short circuit. 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. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. |
0 Complaints sent to the Center for Auto Safety for 2008 BMW X3
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42 Complaints submitted to NHTSA for 2008 BMW X3
| Date | Component | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021-03-23 |
VISIBILITY/WIPER
ODI Number: 11404395 | |||
| 2021-02-18 |
SEATS
ODI Number: 11396729 | |||
| 2017-07-03 |
AIR BAGS
ODI Number: 11002847 | |||
| 2017-07-05 |
AIR BAGS
ODI Number: 11003177 | |||
| 2017-06-26 |
AIR BAGS
ODI Number: 11001493 | |||
| 2017-07-06 |
AIR BAGS
ODI Number: 11003315 | |||
| 2017-06-27 |
AIR BAGS
ODI Number: 11001639 | |||
| 2017-07-03 |
AIR BAGS
ODI Number: 11002887 | |||
| 2017-06-12 |
AIR BAGS | ENGINE | SERVICE BRAKES
ODI Number: 10994565 | |||
| 2017-06-02 |
ENGINE
ODI Number: 10992876 | |||
| 2017-08-08 |
AIR BAGS
ODI Number: 11013703 | |||
| 2017-08-10 |
AIR BAGS
ODI Number: 11014180 | |||
| 2017-07-27 |
AIR BAGS
ODI Number: 11010939 | |||
| 2017-07-25 |
AIR BAGS
ODI Number: 11010546 | |||
| 2021-01-15 |
ENGINE
ODI Number: 11388375 | |||
| 2021-01-12 |
AIR BAGS
ODI Number: 11387649 | |||
| 2020-12-18 |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | ENGINE | EXTERIOR LIGHTING
ODI Number: 11384143 | |||
| 2020-09-22 |
ENGINE | FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | POWER TRAIN
ODI Number: 11360382 | |||
| 2020-05-01 |
SEATS
ODI Number: 11322973 | |||
| 2019-08-24 |
POWER TRAIN | UNKNOWN OR OTHER
ODI Number: 11246217 | |||
| 2018-12-11 |
POWER TRAIN
ODI Number: 11160665 | |||
| 2018-10-03 |
ENGINE
ODI Number: 11133166 | |||
| 2018-09-04 |
AIR BAGS | ENGINE
ODI Number: 11124220 | |||
| 2018-04-24 |
AIR BAGS | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
ODI Number: 11089882 | |||
| 2018-03-26 |
AIR BAGS
ODI Number: 11081276 | |||
| 2018-02-22 |
AIR BAGS
ODI Number: 11074319 | |||
| 2018-02-15 |
AIR BAGS
ODI Number: 11073157 | |||
| 2018-02-15 |
AIR BAGS | ENGINE | SEATS
ODI Number: 11073125 | |||
| 2018-02-16 |
AIR BAGS | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
ODI Number: 11073250 | |||
| 2018-11-28 |
AIR BAGS
ODI Number: 11154408 | |||
| 2018-07-11 |
AIR BAGS
ODI Number: 11110747 | |||
| 2018-07-13 |
POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:CONSTANT VELOCITY JOINT
ODI Number: 11111225 | |||
| 2018-07-02 |
AIR BAGS | ENGINE
ODI Number: 11105129 | |||
| 2018-01-08 |
SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:SEAT HEATER/COOLER
ODI Number: 11061095 | |||
| 2018-01-16 |
AIR BAGS
ODI Number: 11063105 | |||
| 2017-12-12 |
AIR BAGS | SEATS | UNKNOWN OR OTHER
ODI Number: 11054369 | |||
| 2017-12-04 |
AIR BAGS | ENGINE
ODI Number: 11052231 | |||
| 2017-11-02 |
AIR BAGS
ODI Number: 11042537 | |||
| 2017-10-03 |
AIR BAGS
ODI Number: 11031566 | |||
| 2017-10-03 |
AIR BAGS
ODI Number: 11031492 | |||
| 2017-09-27 |
AIR BAGS
ODI Number: 11030229 | |||
| 2017-09-26 |
AIR BAGS
ODI Number: 11029896 |
0 Investigations for 2008 BMW X3
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36 Service Alerts for 2008 BMW X3
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| 2020-09-01 | 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Power Reduction, FC2A82 Intake VANOS and/or FC2A87 Exhaust VANOS Camshaft Fault: The ?Service Engine Soon? (MIL) lamp is illuminated and engine power reduction is perceived. This situation can occur after driving for some time with the engi Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2020-10-01 | 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Discharged Battery Energy Diagnosis Must Be Performed: The electrical system of BMW vehicles has been subject to an ongoing development process over the last few years. This has led to increased demands being placed on the battery. This doc Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2020-10-01 | 350000 EQUIPMENT
Discharged Battery Energy Diagnosis Must Be Performed: The electrical system of BMW vehicles has been subject to an ongoing development process over the last few years. This has led to increased demands being placed on the battery. This doc Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2020-10-01 | 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Discharged Battery Energy Diagnosis Must Be Performed: The electrical system of BMW vehicles has been subject to an ongoing development process over the last few years. This has led to increased demands being placed on the battery. This doc Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2020-04-01 | 100000 POWER TRAIN
Power Reduction FC2A82 Intake VANOS and/or FC2 A87 Exhaust VANOS Camshaft Fault: The “Service Engine Soon” (MIL) lamp is illuminated and engine power reduction is perceived. This situation can occur after driving for some time with the engi Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2020-04-01 | 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Power Reduction FC2A82 Intake VANOS and/or FC2 A87 Exhaust VANOS Camshaft Fault: The “Service Engine Soon” (MIL) lamp is illuminated and engine power reduction is perceived. This situation can occur after driving for some time with the engi Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2019-07-09 | 060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Power Reduction, FC 2A82 Intake VANOS and/or FC 2A87 Exhaust VANOS Camshaft Faults are Stored in DME. The “Service Engine Soon” (MIL) lamp is illuminated and engine power reduction is perceived. This situation can occur after dri Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2019-04-01 | 140000 AIR BAGS
TAKATA AIR BAG RECALL-RELATED SHORT-TERM ALTERNATE TRANSPORTATION AND CONSEQUENTIAL REPAIRS This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B01 31 18 dated October 2018. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2019-04-01 | 140000 AIR BAGS
TAKATA AIR BAG RECALL-RELATED SHORT-TERM ALTERNATE TRANSPORTATION AND CONSEQUENTIAL REPAIRS This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B01 31 18 dated October 2018. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2016-04-01 | 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
N51, N52, N52K and N52T Engines: Various Eccentric Shaft Sensor Faults stored in the DME – Diagnostic Hints. The customer may complain about one of the following: Rough engine running Engine cannot be started (crank no start) Check Engine L Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2018-02-01 | 140000 AIR BAGS
In an effort to improve the completion rate on Takata air bag recall affected vehicles; BMW NA has expanded the BMW Ultimate Rewards platform to include a new Recall Support page. This page will allow IRFs to check their customers VINs for Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2014-10-01 | 350000 EQUIPMENT
Diagnosing Stored Fault Codes to Help Avoid Repeat Repair Visits. Analysis of FASTA data and repeat repair visit reports indicates that there are many fault codes that are stored in the above vehicles, but they are not diagnosed to identify Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2019-01-01 | 140000 AIR BAGS
TAKATA CLASS ACTION SETTLEMENT. CUSTOMER SUPPORT PROGRAM. FRONT DRIVER SIDE AIRBAG MODULES. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2019-01-01 | 140100 AIR BAGS: AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE
TAKATA CLASS ACTION SETTLEMENT. CUSTOMER SUPPORT PROGRAM. FRONT DRIVER SIDE AIRBAG MODULES. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2013-03-01 | 060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Intermittent Hydraulic Valve Adjuster (HVA) Noise. An occasional ticking or rattling noise from the camshaft hydraulic valve lifters (HVA) may occur during cold engine starts, due to frequent short-distance driving, or the noise may occur f Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2016-02-01 | 010000 STEERING
This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B07 03 14 dated October 2015. Diagnosing Stored Fault Codes to Help Avoid Repeat Repair Visits. Fault codes stored in vehicles being serviced are not being diagnosed, leading to repeat repair Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2016-02-01 | 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B07 03 14 dated October 2015. Diagnosing Stored Fault Codes to Help Avoid Repeat Repair Visits. Fault codes stored in vehicles being serviced are not being diagnosed, leading to repeat repair Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2016-02-01 | 350000 EQUIPMENT
This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B07 03 14 dated October 2015. Diagnosing Stored Fault Codes to Help Avoid Repeat Repair Visits. Fault codes stored in vehicles being serviced are not being diagnosed, leading to repeat repair Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2016-02-01 | 060000 ENGINE (PWS)
This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B07 03 14 dated October 2015. Diagnosing Stored Fault Codes to Help Avoid Repeat Repair Visits. Fault codes stored in vehicles being serviced are not being diagnosed, leading to repeat repair Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2013-07-01 | 350000 EQUIPMENT
?Panoramic Sunroof Repair Instructions. INFORMATION Sunroof Repair Instructions: The panoramic sunroof contains several “mechanism sets” which can be repaired and/or replaced independently in the event of a mechanical failure. When perfo Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2016-01-01 | 357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
Whistling Noise Coming from the Center Vent – A/C is Off . A very high pitched whistling or beeping noise is heard coming from the center vents. The flow of refrigerant through the expansion valve at certain temperature differentials. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2016-05-01 | 350000 EQUIPMENT
N51, N52, N52K and N52T Engines: Various Eccentric Shaft Sensor Faults stored in the DME – Diagnostic Hints This Service Information bulletin and attachment supersedes SI B11 06 16 dated April 2016.. The customer may complain about one of t Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2016-05-01 | 060000 ENGINE (PWS)
N51, N52, N52K and N52T Engines: Various Eccentric Shaft Sensor Faults stored in the DME – Diagnostic Hints This Service Information bulletin and attachment supersedes SI B11 06 16 dated April 2016.. The customer may complain about one of t Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2015-10-01 | 350000 EQUIPMENT
This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B07 03 14 dated May 2015. designates changes to this revision SUBJECT Diagnosing Stored Fault Codes to Help Avoid Repeat Repair Visits. Fault codes stored in vehicles being serviced are not be Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2015-05-01 | 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Diagnosing Stored Fault Codes to Help Avoid Repeat Repair Visits. Analysis of FASTA data and repeat repair visit reports indicates that there are many fault codes that are stored in the above vehicles, but they are not diagnosed to identify Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2015-05-01 | 194000 TIRES:VALVE
Valve Stem Replacement with Wheel Electronics. INFORMATION The valve stems are single-use only, and must be replaced every time the wheel electronics are replaced. If you loosen the nut (1), you must replace the valve stem. Failure to repla Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2015-05-01 | 200000 WHEELS
Valve Stem Replacement with Wheel Electronics. INFORMATION The valve stems are single-use only, and must be replaced every time the wheel electronics are replaced. If you loosen the nut (1), you must replace the valve stem. Failure to repla Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2016-08-01 | 030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
REPAIRING TRANSFER CASE ACTUATOR (VTG SERVO-MOTOR). The Anti-lock Brakes (ABS), Brakes and Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) warnings are on and there may also be a “Drivetrain Malfunction” warning on in the Control Display. There is also Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2016-11-01 | 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Diagnosing Stored Fault Codes to Help Avoid Repeat Repair Visits This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B07 03 14 dated October 2015.. Fault codes stored in vehicles being serviced are not being diagnosed, leading to repeat repair Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2014-04-01 | 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Check Control Messages Related to Battery Charge During Cold Ambient Temperatures. On cold days with an outside ambient temperature of less than 15F, customers may notice a check control message related to the battery that is displayed on t Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2014-04-01 | 350000 EQUIPMENT
Check Control Messages Related to Battery Charge During Cold Ambient Temperatures. On cold days with an outside ambient temperature of less than 15F, customers may notice a check control message related to the battery that is displayed on t Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2014-04-01 | 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Check Control Messages Related to Battery Charge During Cold Ambient Temperatures. On cold days with an outside ambient temperature of less than 15F, customers may notice a check control message related to the battery that is displayed on t Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2015-09-01 | 105000 POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE
Shudder from the Driveline on Vehicles with xDrive. There is a shudder or vibration from the driveline when taking off from a stop, or when accelerating at highway speeds. CAUSE Possible multiple root causes related to the engine, wheels & Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2015-09-01 | 200000 WHEELS
Shudder from the Driveline on Vehicles with xDrive. There is a shudder or vibration from the driveline when taking off from a stop, or when accelerating at highway speeds. CAUSE Possible multiple root causes related to the engine, wheels & Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2014-07-01 | 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
External Engine Oil Leaks and Repairs. During the vehicle’s operational life, normal engine oil seepage or sweating, in addition to accumulated road dust, dirt and grime in the engine compartment can cause the appearance of a more severe oi Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2018-06-01 | 353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
NAVIGATION SYSTEM: REPORTING MISSING OR INCORRECT ROAD MAP DATA: The route guidance is inaccurate and therefore irritating to the customer; or it is not possible to locate certain addresses, for instance: Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
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