2025 BMW X3 Steering Gear Delivery Stop SIB 32 09 25

BMW has issued Service Information Bulletin (SIB) 32 09 25, a Delivery Stop, for certain 2025 BMW X3 Sports Activity Vehicles. This bulletin, which is Revision 3, replaces the earlier SI B32 09 25 dated December 2025, and includes updated parts information. The purpose of this delivery stop is to address a potential issue with the steering gear in affected vehicles.

This 2025 BMW X3 steering gear delivery stop applies to vehicles produced between April 4, 2025, and July 31, 2025. Vehicles requiring this campaign will show an "Open" status when checked in BMW's internal systems such as AIR or AWP. Dealers are advised to check their inventory as soon as possible, with a list of affected vehicles available in Inventory Campaign Details (ICD) under ROSS as of September 19, 2025.

Important Warnings for Owners and Dealers

BMW has issued a critical advisory regarding this delivery stop. It states: "Do not deliver to a customer, a New, Certified Pre-Owned or Used vehicle subject to a Delivery Stop, until the vehicle is repaired. Do not use or sell replacement equipment/parts subject to a Delivery Stop."

This means that any 2025 BMW X3 vehicle identified under this SIB 32 09 25 must undergo the necessary repair before it can be sold or delivered to a customer. This measure is in place to ensure vehicle safety and proper function.

Symptoms

Owners of affected 2025 BMW X3 vehicles may experience a "Check Control message" appearing on the instrument cluster. Additionally, a "significant change in steering feel" may be noticeable while driving. These symptoms indicate a potential problem with the vehicle's steering system, which is the focus of this 2025 BMW X3 steering gear delivery stop.

Cause

The root cause of the issue is identified as a potential fault in one of the two torque sensors within the steering gear. These sensors are responsible for detecting the driver's steering request. A malfunction in one of these sensors can lead to the observed symptoms and necessitate the steering gear replacement.

Repair Procedure Summary

The correction for this issue involves replacing the steering gear. The procedure should be performed according to BMW's repair instruction REP32 13 572, titled “Replace electrical steering box (EPS)”.

For vehicles equipped with a B48 engine, only the track rod on the right side needs to be removed and reinstalled to facilitate steering gear removal. For vehicles with a B58 engine, the procedure does not require any changes to the standard process. After the steering gear replacement, the vehicle's control units must be programmed and encoded to the required I-level or higher. This process may also include adjusting the front toe-in.

Required Parts and Campaign Codes

Specific parts are required for the steering gear replacement, varying slightly depending on the engine type (B48 or B58) and vehicle options (e.g., with or without SA 2VL variable sport steering). Dealers must obtain and confirm part numbers using the chassis number in ETK or AIR systems.

YOCV Campaign Ordering Codes:

• G45 X3 30 with B48 engine without SA 2VL: 3104982214
• G45 X3 30 with B48 engine & Option SA 2VL: 3105055645
• G45 X3 M50 with B58 engine: 3105010412

Example Steering Gear Part Numbers:

• 32 10 5 B6C 636: Steering gear, electric without SA 2VL
• 32 10 5 B6C 637: Steering gear, electric with SA 2VL

Various associated hardware, such as star-socket screws, combination nuts, Torx bolts, pipe clamps, and hex nuts, are also required. These are listed in detail in the SIB 32 09 25 document, with specific quantities for each engine type.

Claim Information and Labor Operations

The repair code for this action is 0032770300, for "G45 Replacing steering gear." Reimbursement for this action is processed via normal claim entry using specific work packages. These work packages cover the steering gear replacement, programming and encoding of control units, and vehicle testing.

Labor operations include:

• 00 78 921 (Plusposition: completion before first delivery)
• 00 78 337 (Main work: vehicle already in workshop)
• 00 78 935 (Plusposition: programming included in another action)
• 00 78 346 (Main work: programming included in another action)

Additional work, such as adjusting the rear axle, may also be claimed under labor operation 00 78 934. The bulletin also provides guidance on claiming for bulk supply materials and alternative mobility solutions (AMS) for vehicle owners, referencing SI B01 01 20, SI B01 07 20, and SI B01 29 16 for further details.

What Owners Should Do

If you own a 2025 BMW X3 produced within the specified dates (April 4, 2025 – July 31, 2025), and especially if you experience a "Check Control message" or a change in steering feel, contact your authorized BMW dealer. They can check if your vehicle is affected by this 2025 BMW X3 steering gear delivery stop and arrange for the necessary repair. The repair will be performed free of charge under the delivery stop campaign.

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Source: NHTSA ID: 11027765