BMW X3 (BMW) – Unexpected Steering Movement (2025)
Hazard assessment based on recall description.
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Check Your Product
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2025 BMW X3
Brand
BMW
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2025
BMW of North America, LLC is recalling certain 2025 BMW X3 vehicles due to steering:linkages:drag:power assist system issues. Unintended steering wheel movement while the vehicle is stationary increases the risk of an injury and on the road, a crash..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
BMW of North America, LLC is recalling certain 2025-2026 X3 vehicles. While the vehicle is stationary, unexpected steering wheel movement (rotation) may occur.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
Unintended steering wheel movement while the vehicle is stationary increases the risk of an injury and on the road, a crash.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
The steering system software will be updated, free of charge, either over-the-air (OTA) or by a dealer. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed February 2, 2026. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning February 2, 2026.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026