Bmw X3 2010
Model X3 made in 2010 by Bmw got 9 consumer complains as well as 8 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to steering and structure. Technical service bulletines regarding digital instrument panel and electrical system. The car has one 3 engine.
Model 2010
| Engine [L] | Cylinders | Transmission | Drive | Estimate MPG (city/highway/combined) | Unadjusted MPG (city/highway/combined) | Fuel | Fuel cost | Class | Release date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 6 | Semiautomatic, 6 gears | A | 17/24/20 | 21.4/33/25.4212 | GP | 2100 | Special Purpose Vehicle, SUV 4WD | 25/09/2009 |
| 3 | 6 | Manual, 6 gears | A | 17/24/19 | 20.9/33.6/25.1834 | GP | 2209 | Special Purpose Vehicle, SUV 4WD | 25/09/2009 |
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DIGITAL INSTRUMENT PANEL | |||||
| SIB-62-01-12 | 02/01/2012 | 10043865 | Bmw: gauge needles randomly stop in wrong position on instrument cluster, moving the wrong way, showing incorrect values and remain in wrong position after ignition is switched off. | 04/30/2012 | |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | |||||
| SIB-61-02-12 | 01/01/2012 | 10043862 | Bmw: electronic malfunction and various check control messages are displayed in cid (central information display) and instrument cluster. *pe | 04/30/2012 | |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS | |||||
| B61-13-12 | 04/01/2012 | 10044023 | Bmw:various functions of the electrical system fail. in rare cases, the vehicle may not start. one of the 100-amp fuses in the rear power distribution box (z3) mounted on the battery has failed. *js | 05/07/2012 | |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - SOFTWARE | |||||
| SIB-61-02-12 | 01/01/2012 | 10043862 | Bmw: electronic malfunction and various check control messages are displayed in cid (central information display) and instrument cluster. *pe | 04/30/2012 | |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING - HEADLIGHTS | |||||
| B63-02-12 | 04/01/2012 | 10044026 | Bmw: heavy condensation on xenon headlights. in heavy rain conditions or high humidty, condensation may build up inside one or both headlight(s). the condensation is still present even after a few dry days. *js | 05/08/2012 | |
| POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | |||||
| SIB270212 | 12/01/2012 | 10051459 | Bmw: dsc warning light is on. the warning lamps for dsc, abs and brake warning illuminated. there may also be a warning in the control display for chassis control system failure. *js | 03/07/2013 | |
| (PWS) | |||||
| SIB-12-14-12 | 07/01/2012 | 10045283 | Bmw: experiencing loss of engine power, service engine soon lamp is illuminated, a noise, like rattling, coming from engine compartment. *pe | 08/27/2012 | |
| VISIBILITY - DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER SYSTEM - REAR WINDOW | |||||
| CSC-512911 | 08/01/2011 | 10044679 | Bmw: see document search button for owner letter. information regarding the defect in the rear window defroster that fails to operate properly. no model years listed. *pe | 07/25/2012 | |
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| STEERING | |||
| 10/12/2012 | 28888 | 3 | |
| Sudden loss of steering power while driving, unable to turn steering wheel while driving and attempting turn in major intersection. heavy road traffic here in ft lauderdale, almost crashed with my 9 year old on way to school. this is 3rd attempt to fix problem, car was returned but not properly fixed, took back to dealer next day with same issue & its still there after 14 days, concerned & fear for my family's safety and security while driving this bmw due to sudden loss of steering while turning & driving in city traffic! *tr | |||
| 10/12/2012 | 28888 | ||
| Sudden loss of steering power while driving, unable to turn steering wheel while driving and attempting turn in major intersection. heavy road traffic here in ft lauderdale, almost crashed with my 9 year old on way to school. this is 3rd attempt to fix problem, car was returned but not properly fixed, took back to dealer next day with same issue & its still there after 14 days, concerned & fear for my family's safety and security while driving this bmw due to sudden loss of steering while turning & driving in city traffic! | |||
| STRUCTURE - BODY | |||
| 02/21/2013 | 38000 | ||
| My wife was driving the car and she heard a clinking sound, it was the sun roof glass that shattered. my wife stopped at a hardware store taped the glass, and covered it with plastic. the glass could have flown off and damages cars( including ours) and injured people. | |||
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | |||
| 10/12/2012 | 28888 | ||
| Sudden loss of steering power while driving, unable to turn steering wheel while driving and attempting turn in major intersection. heavy road traffic here in ft lauderdale, almost crashed with my 9 year old on way to school. this is 3rd attempt to fix problem, car was returned but not properly fixed, took back to dealer next day with same issue & its still there after 14 days, concerned & fear for my family's safety and security while driving this bmw due to sudden loss of steering while turning & driving in city traffic! | |||