Warning
2024 BMW X3 Recall: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
This recall involves a potential crash or injury risk. Schedule service with your dealer promptly.
Source: NHTSA
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2024 BMW X3 Recall: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
Vehicle Identity
- Vehicle
- 2024 BMW X3
- Component
- LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LOCK
Affected Vehicles
2024 BMW X3
Recall Summary
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2022-2024 X3 sDrive30i and X3 xDrive30i vehicles. The second-row seat side door locking modules may not function properly and allow the doors to be unlocked with a single motion. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 206, "Door Locks and Door Retention Components."
Consequence
Doors that can be inadvertently unlocked and unlatched may open unexpectedly, increasing the risk of injury to rear seat occupants.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the second-row seat side door locking modules, free of charge. A letter informing owners of the safety risk was mailed on April 21, 2025. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 800-525-7417.
411 Press Analysis
BMW of North America, LLC is recalling certain 2024 BMW X3 vehicles due to an issue with latches/locks/linkages:doors:lock. The recall was reported to NHTSA on February 20, 2025. Doors that can be inadvertently unlocked and unlatched may open unexpectedly, increasing the risk of injury to rear seat occupants. Dealers will replace the second-row seat side door locking modules, free of charge. Affected owners can verify their vehicle status at NHTSA.gov/recalls.
Sources: NHTSA Vehicle Safety Recall Database