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NHTSA·Cars and vehicles·December 11, 2025

BMW recalls 2025–2026 X3 vehicles over steering wheel that may turn on its own while stopped

While the vehicle is stationary, the steering wheel may move (rotate) unexpectedly, which increases the risk of an injury and, on the road, a crash.

What to do

The steering system software will be updated free of charge, either over-the-air or by a dealer. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

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Recall details

Product
BMW X3 2025–2026
Company
BMW of North America, LLC
Hazard
Unintended steering wheel movement while the vehicle is stationary increases the risk of an injury and on the road, a crash.
Units
36,922 vehicles
Owner notification
February 6, 2026
Reported to NHTSA
December 11, 2025
Identifiers
  • NHTSA campaign number: 25V857000
  • Model years: 2025–2026

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Official notice

The notice's own wording from NHTSA.

Component
STEERING:LINKAGES:DRAG:POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
Defect
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.
Corrective action
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.

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