2010 BMW X3 recalls

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

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

23V707000 · BMW OF North America, LlcEngine And Engine Cooling recallThe aluminum bolts that secure the housing for the variable camshaft timing adjustment (VANOS) unit can loosen over time and…Engine & powertrainFree replacement158KunitsOct 202320V017000 · 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 202017V683000 · BMW OF North America, LlcEngine And Engine Cooling recallThe heater for the positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) valve may short circuit.Engine & powertrainFree replacement741KunitsOct 201717V605000 · 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