Is the 2008 BMW X3 recalled?

NHTSA lists 3 safety recall(s) for the 2008 BMW X3. Confirm your specific vehicle with the NHTSA VIN lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls or a dealer.

2008 BMW X3 recalls

3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA. Updated Nov 5, 2026.

3recalls on file

3with a remedy available

0do-not-drive / park-outside

Jan 2020latest recall

Air bags 2Engine & powertrain 1

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This list covers the model year as a whole. Not every vehicle is affected by every recall; only the official NHTSA VIN lookup or a dealer can confirm yours.

All recalls

20V017000 · BMW OF North America, LlcAir Bags recallThese inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, high…Air bagsFree replacement60KunitsJan 2020

17V683000 · BMW OF North America, LlcEngine And Engine Cooling recallThe heater for the positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) valve may short circuit.Engine & powertrainFree replacement741KunitsOct 2017

17V605000 · BMW OF North America, LlcAir Bags recallThe front passenger seat occupant detection mat that determines if, and how, the passenger frontal air bag should deploy in a…Air bagsFree replacement85KunitsSep 2017