NHTSA Vehicles recall ·
2025–2026 BMW X3 recall: Unintended Steering Wheel Movement
- Recall number
- 25V857000
- Date
- Manufacturer
- BMW of North America, LLC
- Category
- Vehicles › Steering
- Recall type
- Vehicle
- Units affected
- 36922
- Hazard tags
- Crash risk Injury risk
Read the official NHTSA notice ↗
Product
Steering
Affected vehicles
| Make | Model | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| BMW | X3 | 2025–2026 |
Not every vehicle of these models is affected. Enter your 17-character VIN on NHTSA.gov to check your vehicle.
Why was it recalled?
BMW of North America, LLC is recalling certain 2025-2026 X3 vehicles. While the vehicle is stationary, unexpected steering wheel movement (rotation) may occur.
Consequence
Unintended steering wheel movement while the vehicle is stationary increases the risk of an injury and on the road, a crash.
What should you do?
The steering system software will be updated, free of charge, either over-the-air (OTA) or by a dealer. Owner notification letters were mailed February 6, 2026. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning February 2, 2026.
Source: NHTSA (vehicles), recall 25V857000. Official notice. Republished from public data; RecallFlag is not affiliated with the NHTSA.