The 2025 BMW X3 is a SUV. Expert analysis gives it a score of 7.5/10. Pros: Comfortable and spacious even on long highway drives; Premium and empowering driving feel compared to competitors; Powerful turbocharged engines (2.0L to 3.0L) with impressive output (252โ510 hp) and quick acceleration. Common concerns: Air conditioning that struggles in the intense local summer heat; High maintenance and repair costs at authorized service centers; Particularly high maintenance and repair costs locally (very expensive spare parts). BMW X3 owners locally report smooth driving even in heavy urban traffic, but note that the hot climate puts a heavy load on the AC, sometimes leading to complaints about reduced performance on rough roads. The importer's service is perceived as weak relative to the car's high price, with complaints about long wait times and costly repairs. There are 42 NHTSA recalls associated with this model.
8 NHTSA recalls for BMW X3 2025
- Cables โ BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2025 X3 30 xDrive vehicles. The connection between the positive battery cable and the starter-generator may have been improperly tightened and overheat.
- Disc โ BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2025 X3 30 xDrive vehicles. The front brake discs may have been damaged during transport before they were installed on the vehicle.
- Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings โ BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2025 X3 30 xDrive and X3 M50 xDrive vehicles. The rear brake hoses may leak, causing a loss of rear brake function, and a loss of the Antilock Brake System (ABS) and the Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) system.
- Steering Control Module โ BMW of North America, LLC is recalling certain 2025-2026 X3 vehicles. While the vehicle is stationary, unexpected steering wheel movement (rotation) may occur.
- Starter Assembly โ BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2025 330i, 330i xDrive, 530i, 530i xDrive, 4 Series Coupe (430i, 430i xDrive), 4 Series Convertible (430i, 430i xDrive), 4 Series Gran Coupe (430i, 430i xDrive) and X3 30 xDrive vehicles. The electrical connection between the starter-generator and battery may come loose.
- Cushion โ BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2025 X3 xDrive30i and X3 M50i vehicles. The front passenger air bag fabric may have been damaged during transport between suppliers.
- Curtain โ BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2025 X3 30 xDrive vehicles. The gas generator in the right-side head curtain air bag may have been assembled incorrectly.
- Wheel Bearing โ BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2025 X3 30 vehicles. The front wheel left-side swivel bearing may crack, causing a loss of vehicle handling and control.