The Recall Desk
HighNHTSA·20V443000·Announced 2020-07-29

BMW Recalls 2020 X3 Models for Missing Rearview Camera Software

BMW is recalling 2020 X3 vehicles because they lack rearview camera software, increasing crash risk when reversing.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product (missing safety camera) where injury has not yet been reported, fitting the High severity criteria.

Plain-English summary

BMW of North America, LLC is recalling certain 2020 X3 sDrive40i, X3 xDrive40i, and X3M40i vehicles. These vehicles were not programmed with rearview camera software during assembly. As a result, when the transmission is shifted to reverse, a rearview image is not displayed on the screen.

This defect causes the vehicles to fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rearview Mirrors." An inoperative rearview camera display can increase the risk of a crash when reversing.

BMW will notify owners, and dealers will program the affected vehicles with the rearview camera software free of charge. The recall began on August 14, 2020, and all vehicles have been remedied as of November 9, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
BMW X3
Brand
BMW
Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
Category
Vehicle — SUV
Hazard
Affected units
5

Is your product affected?

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Model numbers (1)

  • X3

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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