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  • 31 Jul 2023BMW X3Ref R/2023/234

    On affected vehicles the bolted connection for the starter-generator may not have been tightened onto the body (ground) according to specifications.

    Defect

    On affected vehicles the bolted connection for the starter-generator may not have been tightened onto the body (ground) according to specifications.

    Remedy

    Check and rework the ground connection for the starter generator if required.

    Vehicles affected
    6
    OEM ref
    0061810700
    Build start
    01 Feb 2022
    Build end
    05 Oct 2022
  • 31 Jul 2023BMW X3Ref R/2023/233

    On affected vehicles the bolted connection to the starter-generator may not have been tightened according to specifications.

    Defect

    On affected vehicles the bolted connection to the starter-generator may not have been tightened according to specifications.

    Remedy

    Check and rework the ground connection to the starter generator if required.

    Vehicles affected
    1
    OEM ref
    0012050600
    Build start
    06 Nov 2021
    Build end
    06 Nov 2021
  • 08 May 2023BMW iX3Ref R/2023/133

    A cable bridge connection connecting two circuit boards within the cell supervision circuit (CSC) might not have been installed properly.

    Defect

    A cable bridge connection connecting two circuit boards within the cell supervision circuit (CSC) might not have been installed properly.

    Remedy

    On the affected vehicles the cell supervision circuit (CSC) inside the high-voltage battery will be replaced.

    Vehicles affected
    28
    OEM ref
    0061710700 0061720700
    Build start
    17 Nov 2021
    Build end
    20 Mar 2023
  • 17 Apr 2023BMW X3 M40dRef R/2023/113

    The affected vehicles possibly have an inadequate laser weld seam on the seat mechanism/frame of the driver s or front passenger seat.

    Defect

    The affected vehicles possibly have an inadequate laser weld seam on the seat mechanism/frame of the driver�s or front passenger seat.

    Remedy

    Replace the defective seat mechanism and backrest frame on the affected front seat.

    Vehicles affected
    1
    OEM ref
    0052100200
    Build start
    12 Mar 2021
    Build end
    12 Mar 2021
  • 24 Jan 2023BMW X3Ref R/2023/016

    A possible degradation of the propellant tablets could lead to an over-aggressive combustion in the event the airbag is activated which may cause the inflator body to rupture.

    Defect

    A possible degradation of airbag propellant tablets could lead to an over-aggressive combustion in the event the airbag is activated which may cause the inflator body to rupture.

    Remedy

    On affected vehicles the drivers airbag module will be replaced.

    Vehicles affected
    7,908
    OEM ref
    0032390300 0032420300
    Build start
    31 Mar 2016
    Build end
    22 Aug 2017
  • 22 Aug 2022BMW X3Ref R/2022/255

    Undetected EGR System leaks may cause thermal activity in the intake manifold

    Defect

    Undetected EGR System leaks may cause thermal activity in the intake manifold.

    Remedy

    The engine management control unit (DDE) will be programmed with improved software incorporating the latest OBD functionality.

    Vehicles affected
    322,745
    OEM ref
    0013440300
    Build start
    04 Dec 2013
    Build end
    22 Aug 2017
  • 01 Aug 2022BMW X3Ref R/2022/206

    THE EXHAUST GAS RECIRCULATION COOLER MAY LEAK OVER TIME AND CAUSE THERMAL INCIDENT

    Defect

    The Exhaust Gas Recirculation cooler may leak over time and cause thermal incident.

    Remedy

    On the affected vehicles the EGR cooler module will be replaced.

    Vehicles affected
    319,399
    OEM ref
    0011280600/0011420600
    Build start
    20 Oct 2010
    Build end
    22 Aug 2017
  • 28 Mar 2022BMW X3Ref R/2022/084

    THE OBD SOFTWARE COULD MISINTERPRET CERTAIN INPUT PARAMETERS FOR THE ENGINE MANGEMENT SYSTEM

    Defect

    During a service visit the affected vehicles have been updated with software that could misinterpret certain input parameters for the engine management system.

    Remedy

    The control units will be reprogrammed with an improved version of software.

    Vehicles affected
    6,401
    Build start
    14 Jul 2017
    Build end
    02 May 2019
  • 19 Oct 2021BMW iX3Ref R/2021/361

    IN RARE CASES DUE TO A SOFTWARE ERROR THE FAST INTERMEDIATE CIRCUIT DISCHARGE IS TRIGGERED LATE

    Defect

    In rare cases due to a software error the fast intermediate circuit discharge is triggered late.

    Remedy

    On the affected vehicles software in the Battery Management Unit (BMU) will be updated by reprogramming.

    Vehicles affected
    384
    OEM ref
    0061030600 � BMW
    Build start
    09 Jun 2020
    Build end
    26 May 2021
  • 14 Jun 2021BMW X3Ref R/2021/213

    THE EXHAUST GAS RECIRCULATION MODULE COULD LEAK OVER TIME

    Defect

    The Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) Module could leak over time�and cause thermal incident.

    Remedy

    The EGR cooler will be internally inspected with an endoscope and replaced if evidence of leaking is found.

    Vehicles affected
    18,330
    OEM ref
    0011130600
    Build start
    01 Apr 2017
    Build end
    22 Aug 2017
  • 09 Feb 2021BMW X3Ref R/2021/037

    THE EXHAUST GAS RECIRCULATION COOLER COULD LEAK OVER TIME

    Defect

    Leaking glycol coolant could create in combination with soot and oil sediments in the EGR module ignitable deposits.

    Remedy

    The EGR cooler will be internally inspected with an endoscope and replaced if evidence of leaking is found.

    Vehicles affected
    63,888
    OEM ref
    0011880500 0011890500
    Build start
    14 Jul 2017
    Build end
    03 Nov 2018
  • 25 Jan 2021BMW X3Ref R/2021/015

    THE BATTERY CABLES ON THE 48V STARTER GENERATOR MAY NOT HAVE BEEN SUFFICIENTLY SECURED DURING PRODUCTION

    Defect

    The battery cables on the 48V starter generator may not have been sufficiently secured during the production process.

    Remedy

    Check the screw connection of the 48V positive / negative battery cables on the starter generator and rework if necessary.

    Vehicles affected
    388
    OEM ref
    0012490500 0012560500
    Build start
    10 Jun 2020
    Build end
    25 Nov 2020
  • 14 Dec 2020BMW X3Ref R/2020/283

    REMAINING PARTICLES IN THE CELLS OF THE HIGH VOLTAGE BATTERY CAN CAUSE A SHORT CIRCUIT

    Defect

    A possibility of impurities contained in the HV batteries may cause short circuit.

    Remedy

    Testing of battery charge cycles and replacement of the HV cells where necessary.

    Vehicles affected
    2,665
    OEM ref
    0061670500 0061660500
    Build start
    03 Jun 2020
    Build end
    17 Sept 2020
  • 26 Nov 2020BMW X3Ref R/2020/346

    ON AFFECTED VEHICLES SEAT BELT MOUNTING BOLTS MAY NOT BE SECURELY ATTACHED

    Defect

    On affected vehicles seat belt mounting bolts may not be securely attached.

    Remedy

    Check connections of both front seat belts and rework if necessary.

    Vehicles affected
    88
    OEM ref
    0072210200
    Build start
    06 Dec 2019
    Build end
    30 Jul 2020
  • 22 Apr 2020BMW X3Ref R/2020/116

    DEPLOYMENT OF THE PASSENGER AIRBAG COULD DAMAGE THE INSTRUMENT PANEL

    Defect

    Deployment of the passenger air bag could damage the instrument panel

    Remedy

    On the affected vehicle the instrument panel trim will be replaced

    Vehicles affected
    1
    OEM ref
    0051890400 � BMW
    Build start
    11 Jan 2018
    Build end
    11 Jan 2018
  • 22 Apr 2020BMW X3Ref R/2020/120

    THE CABLE LENGTHS FOR THE ELECTRIC CONNECTION OF THE HALL SENSOR INSIDE THE SEATBELT BUCKLE COULD BE TOO SHORT

    Defect

    The cable lengths for the electric connection of the hall sensor integrated inside the seatbelt buckle could be too short.

    Remedy

    R; The front seat belt buckles will be checked and replaced if they are found to be faulty.

    Vehicles affected
    326
    OEM ref
    0072130200 � BMW
    Build start
    15 Jan 2020
    Build end
    14 Feb 2020
  • 22 Apr 2020BMW X3MRef R/2020/120

    THE CABLE LENGTHS FOR THE ELECTRIC CONNECTION OF THE HALL SENSOR INSIDE THE SEATBELT BUCKLE COULD BE TOO SHORT

    Defect

    The cable lengths for the electric connection of the hall sensor integrated inside the seatbelt buckle could be too short.

    Remedy

    R; The front seat belt buckles will be checked and replaced if they are found to be faulty.

    Vehicles affected
    326
    OEM ref
    0072130200 � BMW
    Build start
    15 Jan 2020
    Build end
    11 Feb 2020
  • 03 Oct 2019BMW X3Ref R/2019/377

    FRONT AXLE SWIVEL BEARINGS NOT PRODUCED TO SPECIFICATION

    Defect

    The swivel bearing/s on the front axle of the affected vehicles may not have been produced to specification.

    Remedy

    The swivel bearing/s on the affected vehicles will be replaced.

    Vehicles affected
    13
    OEM ref
    0031940100/31950100/31960100
    Build start
    04 Sept 2019
    Build end
    07 Sept 2019
  • 10 Sept 2019BMW X3Ref R/2019/367

    FRONT SEATBACKS MAY NOT HAVE BEEN WELDED TO SPECIFICATIONS

    Defect

    The front seatbacks may not have been welded to specifications by the sub-supplier.

    Remedy

    On the affected vehicles the front seat structure will be replaced.

    Vehicles affected
    1
    OEM ref
    0052900100
    Build start
    31 Jul 2019
    Build end
    31 Jul 2019
  • 08 Jul 2019BMW X3Ref R/2019/038

    REAR SPOILER TO BOOT LID MAY NOT BE ATTACHED SECURELY

    Defect

    Vehicles may not have had the rear spoiler properly attached

    Remedy

    The screw connection of the rear spoiler will be inspected and if necessary screws installed.

    Vehicles affected
    436
    OEM ref
    0051670400
    Build start
    05 Apr 2018
    Build end
    14 Jan 2019
  • 14 Dec 2018BMW X3Ref R/2018/362

    THE SCREW AT THE BOTTOM STEERING SPINDLE CONNECTION MAY BE INCORRECTLY TIGHTENED

    Defect

    The screw at the bottom steering spindle connection may be tightened incorrectly.

    Remedy

    The screw connection at the bottom steering spindle will be checked replaced and tightened to the correct specifications.

    Vehicles affected
    53
    OEM ref
    0032750200
    Build start
    11 Apr 2018
    Build end
    02 Aug 2018
  • 07 Dec 2018BMW X3Ref R/2018/341

    EXHAUST GAS RECIRCULATION MODULE COOLER COULD LEAK

    Defect

    The EGR cooler may leakpresenting a fire risk

    Remedy

    A visual inspection of the EGR cooler to check for leaks and excessive build-up of deposits. The EGR cooler will be replaced on all affected vehicles

    Vehicles affected
    225,449
    OEM ref
    0011970400 0011420500
    Build start
    05 Aug 2010
    Build end
    17 Jun 2017
  • 05 Nov 2018BMW X3Ref R/2018/258

    EXHAUST GAS RECIRCULATION COOLER COULD POTENTIALLY LEAK OVER TIME

    Defect

    The EGR cooler may leakpresenting a fire risk.

    Remedy

    The EGR cooler will be replaced with an improved version.

    Vehicles affected
    153,602
    OEM ref
    0011830400 0011900400
    Build start
    04 Dec 2013
    Build end
    03 Jun 2017
  • 10 Aug 2018BMW X3Ref R/2018/220

    PISTONS IN REAR BRAKE CALIPERS MAY NOT BE COATED TO SPECIFICATIONS

    Defect

    The fault affects the brake system in particular the brake calipers on the rear axle. Because of a faulty coating hydrogen gas (approximately 10 ml) could be created in the coating of the piston of the brake caliper. This will be completely outgassed during the first 2 months after the production process causing longer brake pedal travel. Under certain circumstances the relevant brake pressure cannot be build up in the rear brake circuit. As a result the brake force of the system may be reduced by up to 30%. The driver may feel a soft brake pedal and a reduction of the brake performance. In certain cases the rear brake circuit could fail leading to increased risk of an accident.

    Remedy

    On the affected vehicles the brake system will be bled.

    Vehicles affected
    1,032
    OEM ref
    0034370200
    Build start
    16 Apr 2018
    Build end
    08 Jun 2018
  • 16 Apr 2018BMW X3Ref R/2018/099

    RESTRICTED FUEL SUPPLY COULD CAUSE ENGINE TO STALL

    Defect

    The sealing cap of the pressure-limiting valve in the fuel tank delivery module may be damaged. This concern could lead to a reduction in fuel transfer from the left side to the right side of the fuel tank. Therefore it is possible for the engine to stall even though the fuel gauge would show fuel present.

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and check the fuel pressure of the delivery module and the distance of the cap on the pressure-limiting valve. Where necessary the delivery module will be replaced.

    Vehicles affected
    1,752
    OEM ref
    0016320200
    Build start
    16 Aug 2016
    Build end
    21 Jan 2018

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