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BMW X3 recalled over a safety defect

Vehicle defect

For certain vehicles there is an adaptation measure for the emissions control system.

Check your product

Only vehicles within the listed VIN ranges or build dates are covered. A franchised dealer can confirm from your VIN.

1 identifier listed for this notice.

  • X3

    Build datesThe build or first registration date is on the V5C.
    • 08/03/2010 – 15/08/2014
    Manufacturer referenceThe manufacturer’s own campaign number. Quote it to the dealer.
    • 0011600700 / 0011610700

What to do now

Some BMW X3 are affected by a safety recall.

  1. Check whether your vehicle is affected using its registration number on the GOV.UK vehicle recall checker, or ask a franchised dealer.
  2. Contact a franchised dealer to book the free repair.
  3. Keep the manufacturer’s recall letter if you receive one, and update your address on the V5C so future letters reach you.

Why it matters. Manufacturers must report safety defects to the DVSA and contact registered keepers of affected vehicles.

Repairs and costs

Manufacturers contact registered keepers using DVLA records, but letters can go astray. You can book the free repair yourself once you know your vehicle is affected.

The DVSA monitors recalls and can be contacted if a manufacturer or dealer does not act.

From the official notice

Published by the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (R/2024/482). Quoted as issued.

Summary

For certain vehicles there is an adaptation measure for the emissions control system.

Defect

For certain vehicles there is an adaptation measure for the emissions control system.

Remedy

The vehicles will have some components of the emissions control system replaced with adapted parts and their control applications will be updated.

Models

X3

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Questions

Why are BMW X3 being recalled?

Some BMW X3 are affected by a safety recall. Manufacturers must report safety defects to the DVSA and contact registered keepers of affected vehicles.

How do I know if my vehicle is affected?

Enter your registration number on the GOV.UK vehicle recall checker or ask a franchised dealer, who can check your VIN against the manufacturer’s campaign. The VIN ranges and build dates published by the DVSA are listed on this page.

What should I do now?

Check whether your vehicle is affected using its registration number on the GOV.UK vehicle recall checker, or ask a franchised dealer. Contact a franchised dealer to book the free repair.

Will the repair cost anything?

Manufacturers contact registered keepers using DVLA records, but letters can go astray. You can book the free repair yourself once you know your vehicle is affected. The DVSA monitors recalls and can be contacted if a manufacturer or dealer does not act.

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