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2025 BMW X 3

Everything Canada’s open data holds on this vehicle: what has been recalled, what it costs to run, and how efficient it is compared with everything else on the road.

Recalls

4

3 current

Combined

8.1L/100 km

Fuel, a year

$2,511

20,000 km, Ontario prices

Recalls

Good news: Recall repairs cost you nothing. Book with any manufacturer dealer and quote the recall number — no time limit, however many owners the vehicle has had.

Steering

Transport Canada recall 2025682 · manufacturer campaign 32 82 25RC)

12 December 2025

Transport Canada lists: X 3 2025–2026

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, a software problem could cause the steering wheel to move suddenly.

Why it matters

A steering wheel that moves suddenly could increase the risk of a crash and/or injury.

What the dealer will do

BMW will notify owners by mail and send a wireless over-the-air software update to eligible vehicles to update the steering system software. Alternatively, you may schedule an appointment to have the update performed at a BMW dealership.

2,849 vehicles affected in CanadaSUVSafety Mfr

Electrical

Transport Canada recall 2025168 · manufacturer campaign 12 82 25RC / 12 83 25RC

1 April 2025

Transport Canada lists: 3 2025 · 4 2025 · 5 2025 · X 3 2025

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the power connector for the starter-generator may not have been manufactured properly. As a result, the connection between the connector and the positive battery cable may be loose. If this happens, there could be a loss of power to the wheels and/or the connection could overheat.

Why it matters

A loss of power to the wheels could increase the risk of a crash. Wiring that overheats could increase the risk of a fire.

What the dealer will do

BMW will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership. For certain vehicles, the dealer will replace the starter-generator and positive battery cable. For other vehicles, the dealer will inspect and, if necessary, replace the starter-generator and positive battery cable.

228 vehicles affected in CanadaCarSafety Mfr

Electrical

Transport Canada recall 2025096 · manufacturer campaign 12 81 25RC

21 February 2025

Transport Canada lists: X 3 2025

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the connection securing the cable from the 48 V battery to the starter-generator may not have been tightened properly. As a result, the connection could loosen and cause a short circuit and/or a loss of power to the wheels. Note: This recall only affects certain vehicles equipped with a 2.0L engine.

Why it matters

A short circuit could increase the risk of a fire. A loss of power to the wheels could increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

BMW will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to inspect and, if necessary, tighten the nuts. The dealer will replace the 48 V battery cable and/or the starter-generator, as necessary.

27 vehicles affected in CanadaSUVSafety Mfr

Efficiency and running cost

Class
Sport utility vehicle: Small
In its class
More efficient than 56% of 256 2025 vehicles in this class
Tailpipe CO₂
186 g/km

Set your own distance and pump price · Full efficiency ranking

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Common questions

Does the 2025 BMW X 3 have any recalls?
Transport Canada has 4 recalls on record for the 2025 BMW X 3. Recall repairs are free at any manufacturer dealer.
What fuel economy does the 2025 BMW X 3 get?
NRCan rates the 2025 BMW X 3 at 8.1 L/100 km combined, emitting 186 g of CO2 per kilometre. There are 2 rated versions; this is the median.
What does it cost to run a 2025 BMW X 3 for a year?
At 20,000 km a year and Ontario average prices, about $2,511 in fuel, producing roughly 3,742 kg of CO2. Your own distance and prices will change this — the calculator lets you set both.

Source: Transport Canada — Vehicle Recalls Database; NRCan — Fuel consumption ratings. Data current as of 30 July 2026. Running cost uses Ontario average prices (155 ¢/L, 14.5 ¢/kWh), which are hand-maintained estimates. 30,784 rated vehicles on file.