2024 BMW X3 Technical Service Bulletins

70 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2024 BMW X3. TSBs are notes manufacturers send to dealers about repair procedures for issues seen in the field. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault.

• 11037505Sep 9, 2026Engine. Potential customer complaints with no fault codes stored / No MIL displayed. 1. “Rough idle after idling for a longer period of time” 2. “Vehicle feels like it is misfiring at idle” The automatic Start/Stop function is deactivated. The vehicle is stopped and the engine runs at idle speed. After prolonged idle operation (approximately 30 to 50 seconds), a slight jolt or slight change in idlespeed may be noticeable…
• 11037532Sep 8, 2026Electrical system. After programming the vehicle via ISTA/RSUto I-level …26-03-5xx, customer may reportsome of the interior ambient lighting strips(arrows) may begin to fail sporadically after adeep sleep cycle. This concern is temporary and the interiorambient lighting will be restored on its ownafter the vehicle is locked/unlocked or colorselection setting is changed.
• 11036381Aug 20, 2026Electrical system. After programming the vehicle via ISTA/RSUto I-level …26-03-5xx, some of the interiorambient lighting strips (arrows) may begin tofail sporadically after a deep sleep cycle.
• 11035403Jul 15, 2026Electrical system. Activation of the BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant voice is not possible via the Multifunction Steering Wheel (MFL) button and/or via the Central Information Display (CID). Intelligent voice control via the wake-up word “Hey BMW” is possible.
• 11035396Jul 10, 2026Engine. Due to an implementation error in various OBD diagnostics in the vehicle's control units, in very rare cases itmay happen that stored fault memory codes (DTCs) and the MIL (warning light) are not automaticallydeleted even though the underlying malfunction has already been rectified. This does not comply with the statutory OBD specifications.
• 11035497Jun 29, 2026Engine. The EVAP systems purge (vent) valve limited warranty for defects in materials and / or workmanship has been extended to 15 years / 150,000 miles as determined from the original first in-service / delivery date.
• 11032731May 6, 2026Engine. The EVAP systems purge (vent) valve limited warranty for defects in materials or workmanship has been extended to 15 years / 150,000 miles as determined from the original in-service date.
• 11032743May 4, 2026Body and structure. 1. Use of aftermarket accessory hang-on cellular phone holders and/or air fresheners can break the instrument panel air vent slats. Damage and/or issues caused by outside influences are not covered under the BMW limited warranties. Originally, the air vent slats were only repairable by replacing the entire front center dash vent assembly; which in some applications, also included the IHKA control module.
• 11030061Mar 11, 2026Electrical system. BMW AG is conducting Voluntary Emissions Recall (effective March 11, 2026) on certain Model Year 2023 -2026 BMW vehicles that were produced between January 14, 2022, and September 16, 2025.
• 11029021Feb 23, 2026Electrical system. KLE Control Unit Return
• 11028921Feb 4, 2026Suspension. When driving over an uneven road surface, a “thumping” noise can be heard from the front axle. Seeattached video V 31 01 26. Under certain weather conditions, a “groaning” noise may be heard during steering movements
• 11029013Feb 3, 2026Engine. Auxiliary Water Pump Return
• 11028198Jan 27, 2026Body and structure. Edge Trim Return
• 11028195Jan 27, 2026Other or unknown. Set of Insert Return
• 11028296Jan 23, 2026Air bags. The ACSM control unit, which controls the driving safety and driving dynamics sensor system, may be faulty. Cracks could have formed on the printed circuit board during production. In very rare cases, the crack can enlarge due to mechanical load and lead to failure of the control unit. In this case, the driver will be informed accordingly by various warning displays about the failure and deactivation of the driving…
• 11025853Nov 20, 2025Body and structure. Left Door Cover Return
• 11024718Oct 29, 2025Forward collision avoidance. Various Check Control messages (CCM) can be displayed to the customer, which indicate a restricted function or an unavailability of the driver assistance systems or driver assistance functions.
• 11024711Oct 29, 2025Body and structure. Oxidation/corrosion on the tailgate latch electrical connector and/or mechanical cable. This is caused by pressure washing the tailgate for a long period of time at close distance, resulting in water entering the vehicle through the gaps of the tailgate.
• 11024340Oct 8, 2025Body and structure. A “popping” sound is heard coming from the Roof/B-pillar area when driving over small driveway curbs.
• 11024211Oct 3, 2025Electrical system. In some situations, an emergency call may be triggered in the vehicle without either the customer pressing the SOS Call button, or an airbag deployment event. In some cases, the customer may not even be inside the vehicle.
• 11024234Oct 2, 2025Body and structure. Front Bumper Trim Return
• 11024205Sep 18, 2025Electrical system. Starting from I-level …24-07-500, it is possible that the Automatic Hold function is not automatically storedfor the next journey. The function must be activated again by the driver at the beginning of every trip. After asoftware update to 25-03-500 and higher, this occurs more frequently.
• 11021123Jul 28, 2025Other or unknown. Seal Return
• 11021131Jul 23, 2025Other or unknown. Adapter Disc Return
• 11020076Jun 25, 2025Other or unknown. Storage Net Return
• 11019550Jun 6, 2025Electrical system. Emissions recall 25e-a03: program contol units (dme)
• 11018554May 13, 2025Electrical system. When making phone calls via BMW Bluetooth (not Apple CarPlay) in the vehicle, the person in the calloutside the vehicle hears a distorted voice reproduction.
• 11018518May 2, 2025Brakes. Brake “groaning” noises heard at the rear axle at slow speeds, i.e. close to standstill, stop and go driving;when parking or maneuvering.
• 11018515May 2, 2025Steering. “Knocking/thumping” noise during steering wheel movements and returning to the center position. See attached video V32 05 25 Column noise.
• 11018514May 2, 2025Steering. After prolonged straight-ahead driving (e.g. highway driving), there may be a temporary, slightly noticeable increase in steering forces when steering out of the steering wheel center position. This minimally noticeable increase in steering forces is perceived as a slight, brief resistance. After overcoming this brief resistance when steering out of the steering wheel center position, no permanent increase in…
• 11017278Apr 25, 2025Body and structure, Electrical system. Oxidation/corrosion on the tailgate latchelectrical connector and/or mechanical cable. This is caused by pressure washing thetailgate for a long period of time at closedistance, resulting in water entering thevehicle through the gaps of the tailgate.
• 11017572Apr 22, 2025Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). One or more of the LED daytime running lights are dim or discolored.
• 11015552Mar 10, 2025Electrical system. Customer states that the steering wheel heating is inoperative. Fault code “30490 Missing LIN slave” is stored in Body Domain Controller.
• 11014665Feb 28, 2025Other or unknown. The customer may hear an intermittent “humming” or “foghorn” type sound in vehicle. It sounds like a lowhum that last for only a few seconds. This can occur with the engine operating or may be heard for up to one hour after engine shut down.
• 11014508Feb 20, 2025Body and structure. A squeaking sound is heard when folding either of the exterior mirrors assemblies in or out
• 11014034Feb 6, 2025Electrical system. Please have the control unit (DME) programmed in the vehicles concerned (according to the vehicle identification number selection), if possible, before vehicle delivery.
• 11014038Feb 3, 2025Body and structure. Upon opening and closing the tailgate, a creaking/groaning sound can be heard from tailgate actuator.
• 11013444Jan 27, 2025Other or unknown. Door Trim Return
• 11013119Jan 10, 2025Other or unknown. On the main door seal, detachment behavior can be detected in the sealing joint area. Overtime, the sealing material continues to detach more and more, which can cause the seal to dangle and become visible to the customer.
• 11013039Jan 10, 2025Steering. Rumbling, groaning type noises from the EPS when the steering wheel is at the end stops.
• 11012096Dec 3, 2024Electrical system. Customers may report that the Central Information Display (CID) side of the Multifunction Display flickersonce on and off. This flickering is not continuous but may occur once every 15 to 50 seconds. No fault memory entry is stored for this customer complaint.
• 11010933Nov 28, 2024Engine. Wastegate Valve Actuator Return
• 11010756Nov 14, 2024Electrical system. Electric driving: A power reduction while electric driving Electric driving is not possible even though the high voltage (HV) battery is sufficiently charged Starting of the internal combustion engine (ICE): There is a noticeable cutting in of the ICE when it starts The cutting in of the ICE is slower Check Control Message (#2390): “Engine is starting… Please wait.” The possibility of the electric drive not…
• 11010759Nov 12, 2024Suspension. Delivery stop: replace wishbone hexagon nut
• 11010766Nov 6, 2024Engine. Delivery stop: coolant line
• 11010762Nov 4, 2024Electrical system. The Ethernet bus of the Body Domain Controller (BDC) is interrupted so that audio output, rear viewcamera, or the driver assistance systems fail. The symptoms begin to appear during auto locking at approx.10 mph, or after the Central Locking button is activated.
• 11009001Oct 17, 2024Air bags. A check control message (CCM) for the restraint system (Air bag) appears. In the instrument cluster, the red air bag warning light lights up permanently. One of the following fault codes is stored in the ACSM (air bag control unit): 930949 - Knee airbag, driver: Short circuit to negative terminal 93094F - Knee airbag, front passenger: Short circuit to negative terminal 93094C - Knee airbag driver's side: Resistance…
• 11008106Sep 24, 2024Suspension. During inspection and/or diagnosis there is noticeable dirt/grease buildup on the axles near the inner and/or outer CV boots.
• 11008109Sep 17, 2024Body and structure. Distorted sound coming from the front and rear door panel speakers when the volume is adjusted high.
• 11008111Sep 6, 2024Body and structure. This bulletin outlines known areas of possible water entry, operational noise, or wind noise for the vehicles listed above. It serves only as a diagnostic resource in troubleshooting complaints from the roof area. This bulletin and the associated attachments are designed to provide one single diagnostic resource for troubleshooting all known issues related to the panoramic sunroof of BMW Sports Activity Vehicles…

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