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2011 BMW X3 Safety Overview

The 2011 BMW X3 has been closely monitored for safety issues.

Official NHTSA Recalls

The NHTSA has issued 4 official safety recalls for this vehicle. Key affected components include:

  • Engine and engine cooling:engine
  • Engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:emission control:crankcase (pcv)
  • Child seat:latch strap

Severe Defect Warnings

Notably, some of these defects carry severe risks, such as loose or broken vanos unit bolts can result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

Consumer Complaints

To date, there have been no consumer complaints filed with the NHTSA for this model year.

Why It Matters

Staying informed about these safety records is critical for BMW X3 owners to ensure ongoing reliability and safety on the road. Always consult an authorized dealer for official remedy repairs.

Latest Vehicle Recalls

2011 BMW X3 23V707000

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2010-2012 1 Series Coupe, 1 Series Convertib...

Loose or broken VANOS unit bolts can result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 23V707000: Loose or broken VANOS unit bolts can result in an engine stall, increasing... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 10/20/2023
2011 BMW X3 17V683000

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2008-2011 128i and 2007-2011 328i, 328xi, 32...

An electrical short can cause the parts within the PCV valve to melt, increasing the risk of a fire, even when the vehicle is not in use.

NHTSA Recall 17V683000: An electrical short can cause the parts within the PCV valve to melt... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 10/30/2017
2011 BMW X3 16V333000

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2011-2017, X3 sDrive28i, X3 xDriv...

Damaged lower anchor bars may increase the child's risk of injury in the event of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 16V333000: Damaged lower anchor bars may increase the child's risk of injury in the... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 5/23/2016
2011 BMW X3 11V341000

BMW IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 X3 PASSENGER VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM APRIL 27, 2011, ...

SUDDEN LOSS OF POWER STEERING ASSISTANCE COULD INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH.

NHTSA Recall 11V341000: SUDDEN LOSS OF POWER STEERING ASSISTANCE COULD INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH. Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 6/29/2011

Recent Complaints

No complaints reported.