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30 recalls affect this vehicle. Sorted by severity, then date.

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  • Severity pendingNHTSA·26V438000·2026-07-08

    BMW and Toyota vehicles recalled due to engine starter fire risk

    BMW of North America, LLC is recalling various BMW and Toyota Supra models because the engine starter may overheat and catch fire.

    Product
    TOYOTA — TOYOTA, BMW SUPRA, Z4, X4, X3
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·25V671000·2025-10-08

    2026 BMW X6 and X4 Vehicles Recalled for Windshield Seal Defect

    BMW is recalling 2026 X6 and X4 vehicles because the windshield may not be sealed properly, allowing water to enter electrical components and potentially causing loss of lights, door functions, or fire.

    Product
    BMW — BMW X6, X4
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·24V608000·2024-08-13

    BMW Recalls Multiple Models Due to Water Pump Electrical Fire Risk

    BMW is recalling 720,796 vehicles from 2012-2018 because an improperly sealed water pump connector may short circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.

    Product
    BMW — BMW 328I, 228XI, Z4, X3
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·23V821000·2023-12-06

    2023 BMW models recalled for transmission control unit weld defect

    BMW is recalling certain 2023 models with a transmission control unit weld defect that may allow oil leakage, risking sudden power loss and increased crash risk.

    Product
    BMW — BMW, TOYOTA Z4, X3, 8 SERIES, 3 SERIES
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·23V797000·2023-11-24

    BMW Recalls 2014-2015 X3, X4, and X5 Models for Airbag Defect

    BMW is recalling specific 2014-2015 X3, X4, and X5 vehicles because the driver's airbag inflator may explode during deployment, posing a risk of serious injury or death.

    Product
    BMW — BMW X3, X5, X4
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·21V521000·2021-07-08

    BMW Recalls 2018-2019 X3 and X4 Models Due to Air Bag Defect

    BMW is recalling 2018-2019 X3 and X4 vehicles because the front passenger air bag may fail to deploy due to a sensor assembly error.

    Product
    BMW — BMW X3, X4
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·20V355000·2020-06-15

    BMW and Toyota Recall Vehicles for Steering Tie Rod Fracture Risk

    BMW and Toyota are recalling specific 2019-2020 models because a steering tie rod may fracture, increasing crash risk. Dealers will replace the parts free of charge.

    Product
    BMW — BMW, TOYOTA X4, 330I, X3, M340I
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·20V164000·2020-03-19

    BMW Recalls 2020 Models for Front Seat Belt Sensor Defect

    BMW is recalling 2020 models because front seat belt sensors may misread occupants, causing improper airbag and pretensioner deployment.

    Product
    BMW — BMW M850I, M340I, X3, X4
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·19V738000·2019-10-16

    BMW Recalls 2020 X3 and X4 Models for Steering Rack Defect

    BMW is recalling 2020 X3 M40i and X4 M40i vehicles because the steering rack pinion teeth may break, causing a loss of steering control.

    Product
    BMW — BMW X3, X4
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·19V678000·2019-09-25

    BMW Recalls 2020 X3 and X4 Models for Front Axle Bearing Defect

    BMW is recalling 2020 X3 and X4 vehicles because improperly heat-treated front axle swivel bearings may break, causing loss of vehicle control.

    Product
    BMW — BMW X4, X3
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·19V563000·2019-07-31

    BMW Recalls 2018-2019 X3 and X4 Models for Seatback Welding Defect

    BMW is recalling 2018-2019 X3 and 2019 X4 vehicles because improperly welded front seatback frames may fold unexpectedly, increasing injury risk in a crash.

    Product
    BMW — BMW X3, X4
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·19V291000·2019-04-10

    BMW Recalls 2019 X3 and X4 Models Due to Air Bag Defect

    BMW is recalling 2019 X3 and X4 vehicles because the instrument panel may be improperly manufactured, potentially preventing the passenger air bag from deploying.

    Product
    BMW — BMW X3, X4
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·18V453000·2018-07-06

    BMW Recalls 2018-2019 X3 and X4 Models for Brake Caliper Defect

    BMW is recalling 2018-2019 X3 and 2019 X4 vehicles because insufficient coating on rear brake caliper pistons may reduce braking performance.

    Product
    BMW — BMW X3, X4
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·16V683000·2016-09-21

    BMW Recalls X3, X4, and X5 Models Due to Air Bag Defect

    BMW is recalling certain 2014-2015 X3, X4, and X5 vehicles because the driver's air bag inflator may be improperly welded, posing a risk of injury.

    Product
    BMW — BMW X4, X5, X3
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·26V056000·2026-01-30

    BMW and Toyota Supra engine starters may overheat and catch fire

    BMW is recalling certain 2021-2024 BMW models and 2021-2023 Toyota Supra vehicles because the engine starter may overheat and catch fire due to wear on an internal component.

    Product
    BMW — BMW, TOYOTA 430I, Z4, 330I, 530I
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·25V636000·2025-09-23

    BMW and Toyota Supra starter relays can corrode and short circuit

    BMW is recalling certain 2019-2022 BMW models and the Toyota Supra because the engine starter relay may corrode, overheat and short circuit. Owners are told to park outside until repaired.

    Product
    BMW — BMW, TOYOTA 530I, SUPRA, Z4, X3
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·24V910000·2024-12-05

    BMW Recalls 2025 X4 Models Due to Roof Frame Crack Risk

    BMW is recalling 2025 X4 vehicles because a crack in the roof frame may damage the head air bag during deployment, increasing injury risk.

    Product
    BMW — BMW X4
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·23V770000·2023-11-16

    2024 BMW X3 and Related Models: Loose Steering Gear Recall

    BMW is recalling certain 2024 BMW X3 and related models due to steering gear that may not have been properly tightened, which can loosen and cause loss of vehicle control. Dealers will replace the steering gear free of charge.

    Product
    BMW — BMW 330I, X4, X3, 230I
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·23V211000·2023-03-29

    BMW seats may not restrain occupants properly in crash

    BMW is recalling certain 2019–2021 3-series and X3/X4 models because the seat frame may not have been welded properly to the seat rails, risking occupant injury in a crash.

    Product
    BMW — BMW X3, 330I, M340I, X4
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·22V070000·2022-02-09

    2022 BMW X4 and Related Models Transmission Rollaway Risk Recall

    BMW is recalling certain 2022 330i, 530i, X3, and X4 vehicles because the transmission mechatronics unit may not have been properly assembled, potentially causing an internal leak that could lead to vehicle rollaway and crash risk.

    Product
    BMW — BMW X4, X3, 330I, 530I
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·21V598000·2021-08-02

    2020 BMW X4 Engine Software Defect Disables Braking Assist

    BMW is recalling multiple 2020-2021 models, including the X4, due to engine management software that may disable braking assist. Owners should contact BMW at 1-800-525-7417 for a free software update.

    Product
    BMW — BMW, TOYOTA 745LE, X4, X3, M340I
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·21V199000·2021-03-24

    2021 BMW X3 and X4 Fuel Tank Weld May Separate, Increasing Fire Risk

    BMW is recalling certain 2021 X3 and X4 vehicles due to a fuel tank weld that may fail, allowing fuel to leak and increasing fire risk. All repairs have been completed.

    Product
    BMW — BMW X3, X4
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·21V096000·2021-02-19

    BMW Recalls Multiple 2019-2021 Models for Rearview Camera Software Issues

    BMW is recalling 13,858 vehicles from 2019-2021 model years due to rearview camera software issues that may obscure visibility when reversing. Dealers will update the software free of charge.

    Product
    BMW — BMW M850I, 540I, 330E, 740I
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·20V598000·2020-09-30

    BMW 2020-2021 Rearview Camera Software Obscures Rear View Image

    BMW is recalling approximately 312 certain 2020-2021 BMW models due to rearview camera software that may slightly obscure the rear view image, potentially increasing crash risk if drivers rely solely on the camera.

    Product
    BMW — BMW 530I, X3, X4, M550I
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·20V152000·2020-03-18

    BMW Recalls X3 and X4 Models for Instrument Panel Casing Defect

    BMW is recalling 2018-2020 X3 and 2019-2020 X4 vehicles because the instrument panel casing may not be tightened properly, posing an injury risk during air bag deployment.

    Product
    BMW — BMW X4, X3
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·19V684000·2019-09-27

    BMW, Rolls-Royce, and Toyota Recall Vehicles for Backup Camera Software Defect

    BMW, Rolls-Royce, and Toyota are recalling specific 2018-2020 models because backup camera settings may persist, hiding the rear view image and increasing crash risk.

    Product
    BMW — BMW, ROLLS-ROYCE, TOYOTA X6, 745LE, 530E, 330I
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·16V333000·2016-05-23

    BMW Recalls X3 and X4 Models for Child Seat Anchor Defect

    BMW is recalling specific X3 and X4 models because lower anchor bars for child seats may be damaged, increasing injury risk in a crash.

    Product
    BMW — BMW X3, X4
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·14V648000·2014-10-16

    BMW Recalls 2015 X3 and X4 Vehicles for Rearview Mirror Defect

    BMW is recalling 2015 X3 and X4 vehicles because the driver's side exterior rearview mirror may not meet US safety standards, increasing crash risk.

    Product
    BMW — BMW X3, X4
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·21V831000·2021-10-22

    2022 BMW X4 Rear License Plate Lamp Illumination Defect

    BMW is recalling certain 2022 X4 vehicles because the rear license plate may not be properly illuminated, violating federal safety standards and potentially creating visibility issues for other drivers.

    Product
    BMW — BMW X4
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·21V646000·2021-08-18

    2022 BMW X4 Tire Information Label May Contain Incorrect Size and Pressure

    BMW is recalling certain 2022 X4 vehicles because the tire information label may contain incorrect tire size and pressure information. Installing wrong-sized or improperly inflated tires increases the risk of a crash.

    Product
    BMW — BMW X4
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide

NHTSA crash-test safety rating

Federal 5-Star Safety Rating from crash testing. This is a separate government program from the recall(s) above — a high star rating says nothing about whether a specific recall has been fixed, and a recall says nothing about crash-test performance.

Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (NCAP), a federal crash-test program — not a recall record.

Wider context for this vehicle

Beyond the official recalls above. These are third-party figures derived from NHTSA complaint data — useful signal, but not part of our verified recall record.

Federal investigations

  • PE13030 Preliminary Evaluation · service brakes, hydraulic:power assist:vacuum
  • EA12002 Engineering Analysis · electrical system
  • PE11025 Preliminary Evaluation · electrical system
  • EA09019 Engineering Analysis · exterior lighting
  • PE09036 Preliminary Evaluation · exterior lighting
  • DP09002 Defect Petition · exterior lighting:back up lights

Technical service bulletins

539 manufacturer service bulletins across 11 model years. A TSB is repair guidance to dealers, not a safety recall.

Third-party reliability score

  • 2025: 4.5/5 · 2 complaints
  • 2024: 4.5/5 · 3 complaints
  • 2023: 4.2/5 · 7 complaints
  • 2022: 4.1/5 · 3 complaints
  • 2021: 3.7/5 · 6 complaints

This is ProblemsByVin’s own published heuristic (1 worst – 5 best), not an official rating and unrelated to our severity scale.

Data on this panel comes from ProblemsByVin, derived from US NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, and licensed CC BY 4.0. It is not published by a federal agency and is not part of our verified recall record.

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