BMW X3 UK Recall Check

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2024/132 (2223)

Manufacturer Reference

BMW - 0032520300

Defect

On affected vehicles a possible degradation due to age of the propellant tablets may lead to over aggressive combustion if the air bag is activated and cause the inflator body to rupture.

Remedy

On the affected vehicles the drivers air bag will be replaced.

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2023/354 (26)

Manufacturer Reference

0024730100

Defect

On affected vehicles ingress of transmission fluid may occur to the integrated transmission control unit within the mechatronic module

Remedy

On affected vehicles the transmission mechatronic module will be replaced

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2023/355 (46)

Manufacturer Reference

0032480300

Defect

On affected vehicles the three screws connecting the electric motor to the steering gear are potentially not fastened correctly.

Remedy

On affected vehicles the steering gear will be replaced

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2024/156 (231)

Manufacturer Reference

0099410200

Defect

On affected vehicles risk of potential flooding could have occurred leading to salt water ingress whilst parked in port awaiting shipping

Remedy

The affected vehicles will be thoroughly checked cleaned and reworked as required

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2023/234 (6)

Manufacturer Reference

0061810700

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.

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2023/233 (1)

Manufacturer Reference

0012050600

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.

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2022/255 (322745)

Manufacturer Reference

0013440300

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.

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2022/255 (322745)

Manufacturer Reference

0013440300

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.

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2022/206 (319399)

Manufacturer Reference

"0011280600/0011420600"

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.

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2022/206 (319399)

Manufacturer Reference

"0011280600/0011420600"

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.

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2022/084 (6401)

Manufacturer Reference

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.

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2021/213 (18330)

Manufacturer Reference

0011130600

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.

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2021/037 (63888)

Manufacturer Reference

0011880500 0011890500

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.

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2021/037 (63888)

Manufacturer Reference

0011880500 0011890500

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.

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2021/015 (388)

Manufacturer Reference

0012490500 0012560500

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.

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2020/283 (2665)

Manufacturer Reference

0061670500 0061660500

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.

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2020/346 (88)

Manufacturer Reference

0072210200

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.

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2020/120 (326)

Manufacturer Reference

0072130200 ? BMW

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.

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2020/116 (1)

Manufacturer Reference

0051890400 ? BMW

Defect

Deployment of the passenger air bag could damage the instrument panel

Remedy

On the affected vehicle the instrument panel trim will be replaced

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2019/377 (13)

Manufacturer Reference

0031940100/31950100/31960100

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.

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2019/367 (1)

Manufacturer Reference

0052900100

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.

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2019/038 (436)

Manufacturer Reference

0051670400

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.

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2018/362 (53)

Manufacturer Reference

0032750200

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.

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2018/341 (225449)

Manufacturer Reference

0011970400 0011420500

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

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2018/258 (153602)

Manufacturer Reference

"0011830400 0011900400"

Defect

The EGR cooler may leakpresenting a fire risk.

Remedy

The EGR cooler will be replaced with an improved version.

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2018/258 (153602)

Manufacturer Reference

"0011830400 0011900400"

Defect

The EGR cooler may leakpresenting a fire risk.

Remedy

The EGR cooler will be replaced with an improved version.

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2018/220 (1032)

Manufacturer Reference

0034370200

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.

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2018/099 (1752)

Manufacturer Reference

0016320200

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.

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2018/101 (32)

Manufacturer Reference

0032710200

Defect

The driver airbag module may not have been produced to specification. This could lead to excessive pressure building up inside the inflator causing the inflator to rupture resulting in metal fragments passing through the airbag cushion material into the vehicle interior at high speed. This could lead to injury or death of the vehicle occupants.

Remedy

Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the driver airbag module.

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2018/073 (2397)

Manufacturer Reference

0051270400

Defect

The rear spoiler may not have been properly attached Wind noise and deformation of the spoiler may occur. Continued use may cause the spoiler to detach.

Remedy

On affected vehicles inspect the attachment of the spoiler and where necessary install new fixings.

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2016/300 (41)

Manufacturer Reference

003245200

Defect

The electrical contact of the Electronic Control Unit (ECU) of the Electric Power Steering (EPS) is not sufficiently robust over the service life of the vehicle. As a result the power steering support may fail possibly leading to disconcerting driving situation for the driver. Additionally in a few cases a localised thermal event cannot be excluded.

Remedy

Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the steering gear (EPS).

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2016/179 (45154)

Manufacturer Reference

0041760100

Defect

ISOFIX mountings are fixed to a cross member. As a result of vibrations and type of seat used it is possible for the ISOFIX mountings to become insecure and in rare cases break off.

Remedy

Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and a metal angle bracket will be welded to each of the four ISOFIX brackets in the back seats to reinforce the mounting.

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2014/068 (2967)

Manufacturer Reference

0011280300& 0011360300

Defect

The screws retaining the variable camshaft timing (VANOS) housing may loosen and under certain circumstances the heads may break off. This can lead to the VANOS leaking oil internally and adversely affect the valve timing adjustment. If found to deviating from targeted data the engine emergency mode will be activated. This will be indicated by a distinct change in engine running. The orange engine management warning lamp and a check message; On vehicles with N51/N52 engines this will appear at ignition recycle on N55 engine it will display immediately.

Remedy

Repalce bolted connection of the VANOS adjustment unit

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2013/137 (4)

Manufacturer Reference

0051260300

Defect

The defect concerns the front passenger air bag. The skin of certain instrument panels was not correctly scored. In case of accident with air bag deployment the predetermined breaking point will not tear open resulting in the air bag deploying in the instrument panel. This will lead to insufficient restraint effect and possibly release of parts of the air bag system into the passenger compartment.

Remedy

Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the instrument panel.

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2013/095 (21502)

Manufacturer Reference

001345200

Defect

Due to a fault with an internal connection within the Fuel Filter Heater (FFH) it is possible that during temperatures below freezing the FFH can remain permanently activated. This will normally cause the FFH to overheat which will result in the inability to start the vehicle due to a flat battery. This can occur even when the ignition is turned off. However in extreme cases it could cause a vehicle fire.

Remedy

Recall all affected vehicles to replace the FFH.

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2011/123 (21923)

Manufacturer Reference

0013080200

Defect

Moisture may enter the fuel filter heater at an electrical connection. Should this occur it can cause a discharge of the battery causing non starting of the vehicle. Also if it occurs whilst the vehicle is in motion it could result in a fire when the vehicle is left unattended.

Remedy

Recall all affected vehicles and replace the fuel filter heater.