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2021 BMW X3 Safety Overview

The 2021 BMW X3 has been closely monitored for safety issues.

Official NHTSA Recalls

The NHTSA has issued 10 official safety recalls for this vehicle. Key affected components include:

  • Electrical system:starter assembly
  • Electrical system:starter assembly:relay
  • Structure

Severe Defect Warnings

Notably, some of these defects carry severe risks, such as fire increases the risk of injury.

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

2021 BMW X3 26V056000

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Fire increases the risk of injury.

NHTSA Recall 26V056000: Fire increases the risk of injury. Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 1/30/2026
2021 BMW X3 25V636000

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019-2021 BMW 330i, 2019-2022 BMW Z4, 2020-2...

A short circuit in the starter relay may increase the risk of a fire.

NHTSA Recall 25V636000: A short circuit in the starter relay may increase the risk of a fire. Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 9/23/2025
2021 BMW X3 24V764000

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018-2022 X3 sDrive30i, X3 xDrive30i, X3 M40...

Interior rear cargo rail detachment during a crash can increase the risk of injury.

NHTSA Recall 24V764000: Interior rear cargo rail detachment during a crash can increase the risk of... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 10/15/2024
2021 BMW X3 24V534000

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018-2023 X3 sDrive30i, X3 xDrive30i, X3 M40...

Interior cargo rail detachment during a rear crash can increase the risk of injury.

NHTSA Recall 24V534000: Interior cargo rail detachment during a rear crash can increase the risk of... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 7/17/2024
2021 BMW X3 23V211000

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019-2021 330i, 330i xDrive, M340i xDrive, 2...

An improperly welded seat frame may not properly restrain the occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

NHTSA Recall 23V211000: An improperly welded seat frame may not properly restrain the occupant... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 3/29/2023
2021 BMW X3 21V199000

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2021 X3 sDrive30i, X3 xDrive30i, X3 M40i, X3...

Fuel may leak through the failed weld, increasing the risk of a fire.

NHTSA Recall 21V199000: Fuel may leak through the failed weld, increasing the risk of a fire. Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 3/24/2021
2021 BMW X3 21V096000

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019-2021 X3 sDrive30i, X3 xDrive30i, X3 M40...

If the driver relies on only the rearview camera image, the missing or reduced rearview image view can increase the risk of a crash or injury.

NHTSA Recall 21V096000: If the driver relies on only the rearview camera image, the missing or... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 2/19/2021
2021 BMW X3 20V598000

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020-2021 X3 sDrive 30i, X3 xDrive 30i, X3M ...

If the driver relies on only the rearview camera image, the reduced rearview image view can increase the risk of a crash or injury.

NHTSA Recall 20V598000: If the driver relies on only the rearview camera image, the reduced... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 9/30/2020
2021 BMW X3 20V601000

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020-2021 530e, 530e xDrive, 530e iPerforman...

The debris could result in a short-circuit, increasing the risk of fire or injury.

NHTSA Recall 20V601000: The debris could result in a short-circuit, increasing the risk of fire or... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 9/30/2020
2021 BMW X3 20V490000

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2021 330e and X5 xDrive45e, 2020-2021 X3 xDr...

A short-circuited hybrid battery may increase the risk of a fire.

NHTSA Recall 20V490000: A short-circuited hybrid battery may increase the risk of a fire. Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 8/18/2020

Recent Complaints

No complaints reported.