2019 BMW X3 Steering Problems
- Complaints
- 1about this part
- Share
- 1%of 171 total for the year
- Median mileage
- —not reported
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 1 complaints about the steering of the 2019 BMW X3, 1% of the 171 complaints for this model year. 1 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Subject: Rear Differential Mount Failure and Driveshaft Breakage — Sudden Loss of Vehicle Control at Highway Speed Complaint Summary: While driving at highway speed, I experienced a sudden and extremely loud bang from the rear of the vehicle. Immediately afterward, I lost complete control of the rear end, accompanied by violent clanking and grinding noises from the driveline area. The gearbox then stalled, leaving the vehicle disabled in the middle of the highway. …”
NHTSA complaint #11695243, filed 2025-10Related recalls
- 18V374000Jun 6, 2018BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018-2019 BMW X3 xDrive30i, X3 sDrive30i, and X3 M40i vehicles equipped with the "Active Lane Keeping…Covers: BMW X3 2018–2019
Related service bulletins
- 10249018Jan 8, 2024At low outside temperatures (below 40 degrees F) and slow driving speeds (i.e. when parking, maneuvering)with a large steering angle, the front end can be slightly axially…
- 10242690Aug 1, 2023?Disturbing noises (thump/pop) when reversing slowly near the steering wheel limit position; for example, when leaving a parking space.
- 10236223Apr 1, 2023Disturbing noises (thump/pop) when reversing slowly near the steering wheel limit position; for example, when leaving a parking space.
- 10227551Oct 1, 2022Due to the semiconductor supply, the Local Interconnect Network module in either of the exterior mirrors was switched to another controller. That one provides an imprecise…
- 10211809Mar 1, 2022The steering intervention for Lane Departure Warning (LDW) is too strong (severe), which can create an uncomfortable feeling for the driver. Background: Steering intervention…
- 10206690Dec 1, 2021Vehicle cannot be opened or closed using comfort access, engine start is not possible, and the vehicle may not start when placing the key against the steering column.
- 10203340Sep 1, 2021Groaning, scraping, or squeaking noise coming from the steering wheel area in the interior of the vehicle,when turning the steering wheel.
- 10187483Jan 1, 2021LDW (LANE DEPARTURE WARNING) STEERING WHEEL VIBRATION NOT STRONG: Lane Departure Warning (LDW) steering wheel vibration is perceived as being not strong enough, even with the…
- 10182908Oct 1, 2020INCREASED STEERING EFFORT WITH CHECK CONTROL MESSAGE (CCM): During multiple vehicle steering maneuvering or extended time at steering end stops (i.e. "full lock"), the check…
- 10182609Oct 1, 2020INCREASED STEERING EFFORT WITH CHECK CONTROL MESSAGE (CCM): During multiple vehicle steering maneuvering or extended time at steering end stops (i.e. "full lock"), the check…
Steering: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 6 | 27% |
| 2025 | 8 | 21% |
| 2024 | 2 | 5% |
| 2023 | 1 | 7% |
| 2022 | 3 | 3% |
| 2021 | 5 | 4% |
| 2020 | 2 | 2% |
| 2019 | 1 | 1% |
| 2018 | 7 | 9% |
| 2017 | 2 | 2% |
| 2016 | 3 | 4% |
| 2015 | 1 | 1% |
| 2014 | 4 | 5% |
| 2013 | 6 | 3% |
| 2012 | 7 | 17% |
| 2011 | 21 | 19% |
| 2010 | 2 | 6% |
| 2008 | 1 | 2% |
| 2007 | 2 | 2% |
| 2005 | 2 | 2% |
| 2004 | 5 | 4% |
Other parts of the 2019 BMW X3
47 complaintsOther or unknown
43 complaintsEngine
35 complaintsBody and structure
31 complaintsForward collision avoidance
13 complaintsBrakes
12 complaintsEngine cooling
7 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
7 complaintsExterior lighting
6 complaintsBack-over prevention (rear camera)
5 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
5 complaintsAir bags
4 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2019 BMW X3
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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