The 2017 BMW X3 has 92 owner-filed NHTSA complaints and 6 recalls on record. The most-reported areas are electrical system and engine and engine cooling. Owners most often flag high long-term maintenance and repair costs: expected annual out-of-warranty costs estimated at $2,000-$3,000, with major repairs (e.g., engine, transmission, differential) costing several thousand dollars. frequency: very frequent.
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for 2017 BMW X3 vehicles (US, public record).
Across the 17 X3 model years we track, complaint volume runs from 32 (2024) to 373 (2007). With 92 complaints, the 2017 X3 sits belowthe model's median of 163.
These are raw NHTSA complaint totals, not adjusted for how many cars sold or how long each model year has been on the road. Older and higher-selling years accumulate more complaints.
engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:emission control:gas recirculation valve (egr valve)
Campaign 18V755000BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2013-2018 BMW 328d and 328d xDrive, 2014-2018 328d Sports Wagon and 328d xDrive Sports Wagon, 2014-2016 535d and 535d xDrive, 2015 740Ld xDrive, 2015-2017 X3 xDrive28d…
fuel system, diesel
Campaign 21V907000BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2013-2018 328d, 328d xDrive, 2014-2018 328d Sports Wagon, 328d xDrive Sports Wagon, 2014-2016 535d, 535d xDrive, 2015 740Ld xDrive, 2015-2017 X3 xDrive28d SAV, and 201…
fuel system, diesel:delivery:fuel pump
Campaign 21V586000BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2014-2018 328d, 328d xDrive, X5 xDrive35d, 2014-2016 535d, 535d xDrive, 2015 740Ld xDrive, and 2015-2017 X3 xDrive28d vehicles. The high-pressure fuel pump may fail.
steering:electric power assist system
Campaign 16V704000BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling one model year 2017 BMW X3 xDrive 28i vehicle manufactured on June 7, 2016. This vehicle has electronic power steering (EPS), and the contact pins on the EPS control unit may …
Sentiment is sharply divided and heavily dependent on model year, powertrain, and ownership phase. For newer models (approximately 2018-2024), owner feedback is generally positive, praising the X3 as a well-rounded, sporty luxury SUV with…
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Used X3 listings typically run $17,374–$43,893 across 2013 to 2026 model years.
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