BMW X3 Service Bulletins
393 manufacturer communications on file.
- September 21, 2026•Document ID: 11037508Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSTRUCTURE:BODY
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B511125
- Date Added:
- September 28, 2026
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryWhen pulling on the hood (highlighted inorange in the top photo) release lever (highlighted in orange in the bottomphoto; driver’s footwell shown ) , there is anoticeable lack of cable tension; and the hoodwill not unlock.
Associated Products (4)Associated Documents - September 17, 2026•Document ID: 11037506Service CampaignSTEERING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B320226
- Date Added:
- September 28, 2026
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryCheck Control message and a minimally changed steering feel.
Associated Products (1)Associated Documents - September 10, 2026•Document ID: 11037514Service CampaignSEATS
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B611726
- Date Added:
- September 28, 2026
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryThe seat module for the driver’s seat maycontain an incomplete solder connection. Ifthis connection breaks over time, the seat canonly be adjusted using the controls along theside of the seat cushion.
Associated Products (2)Associated Documents - September 9, 2026•Document ID: 11037505Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B121126
- Date Added:
- September 28, 2026
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryPotential 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. There are no relevant errors in the DME fault code memory. No mixture control error, no misfiring, no error relating to a relevant component of the drive system. Motor vehicles affected: 1. Only MHEVs (mild hybrid electric vehicle) with crankshaft-driven starter generator. 2. Only vehicles with optional equipment 01CE = recuperation system 3. Affected I-levels: I-level 24-07-500 or higher
Associated Products (9)Associated Documents - September 8, 2026•Document ID: 11037532Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B630526
- Date Added:
- September 28, 2026
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryAfter 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.
Associated Products (11)Associated Documents - September 2, 2026•Document ID: 11037507Service CampaignSTEERING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B320925
- Date Added:
- September 28, 2026
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryCheck Control message and a significant change in steering feel .
Associated Products (1)Associated Documents - August 27, 2026•Document ID: 11036554Service CampaignSEATS
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B611726
- Date Added:
- September 1, 2026
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryDelivery Stop - Front Seat Module
Associated Products (2)Associated Documents - August 27, 2026•Document ID: 11036455Service CampaignELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B611526
- Date Added:
- August 28, 2026
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryIn vehicles equipped with the Roof Function Center “FZD‑21” variant, a quiescent‑current violation mayoccur if the system fails to enter sleep mode. When this sleep error is present, a remote software upgrade(RSU) may be aborted and the FZD can become degraded. The following Check Control Messages (CCMs) may be displayed: “Energy Management — Increased Energy Consumption While Parked.” “Software Upgrade Failed — Workshop Visit Required.”
Associated Products (3)Associated Documents - August 27, 2026•Document ID: 11036454Service CampaignELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B611226
- Date Added:
- August 28, 2026
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryThe BCP controls several vehicle functions, including the windscreen wipers and air conditioning actuators. Low current flow may cause excessive current in parts of the BCP circuit board and damage the unit. If a fault occurs, the wipers or air flap controls may operate incorrectly or fail. A wiper failure is indicated by a yellow warning light and the “Windscreen wiper fault” Check Control message.
Associated Products (1)Associated Documents - August 22, 2026•Document ID: 11036435OtherUNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B064326
- Date Added:
- August 28, 2026
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryFastening Elements Return
Associated Products (12)Associated Documents - August 20, 2026•Document ID: 11036381Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B630526
- Date Added:
- August 27, 2026
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryAfter 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.
Associated Products (10)Associated Documents - August 19, 2026•Document ID: 11036433OtherSTRUCTURE:BODY
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B064226
- Date Added:
- August 28, 2026
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryBonnet Release Holder
Associated Products (4)Associated Documents - August 3, 2026•Document ID: 11035491OtherPOWER TRAIN
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B063826
- Date Added:
- August 3, 2026
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryShaft Return
Associated Products (3)Associated Documents - July 17, 2026•Document ID: 11035500Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM; ENGINE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B110426
- Date Added:
- August 3, 2026
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryThe manual starting of electronic engine oil level measurement from inside the vehicle, usually afterperforming an engine oil service task, is inoperative or it may lock up at between a 15% to 30% completionrate.
Associated Products (7)Associated Documents - July 15, 2026•Document ID: 11035403Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B651926
- Date Added:
- July 31, 2026
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryActivation 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.
Associated Products (4)Associated Documents - July 13, 2026•Document ID: 11035476OtherENGINE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B063926
- Date Added:
- August 3, 2026
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryStarter Generator Return
Associated Products (5)Associated Documents - July 10, 2026•Document ID: 11035396EmissionsENGINE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B120326
- Date Added:
- July 31, 2026
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryDue 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.
Associated Products (41)Associated Documents - June 29, 2026•Document ID: 11035497Warranty Program/ExtensionENGINE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B010324
- Date Added:
- August 3, 2026
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryThe 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.
Associated Products (18)Associated Documents - June 23, 2026•Document ID: 11034469Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B651826
- Date Added:
- July 3, 2026
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryIf BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant is active in the vehicle, once the customer exits the vehicle and a newkey cycle starts, the Intelligent Personal Assistant is deactivated and no longer available.
Associated Products (4)Associated Documents - June 19, 2026•Document ID: 11034449Warranty Program/ExtensionELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B120326
- Date Added:
- July 3, 2026
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryDue 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.
Associated Products (10)Associated Documents